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Location

Ithaca, NY | United States

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Job description

Graduate Field & Event Coordinator

About Africana Studies & Research Center

The Africana Studies & Research Center (ASRC) is part of the College of Arts & Sciences. ASRC has an undergraduate major and minor and a Ph.D. graduate program. We organize and host events that include lectures, conferences, and retreats. The department is on North Campus on Triphammer Road. The building has four classrooms, a 100-person multiuse space, faculty offices, and the Africana Library. The ASRC also has the Institute for Comparative Modernities (ICM) and the NKA Journal of Contemporary African Art under its umbrella. There are 5 administrative positions within ASRC.

The Opportunity

As the Graduate Field & Event Coordinator, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our graduate programs and organizing various events to promote the activities of the Africana Studies & Research Center. Working under the general direction of the Administrative Manager and alongside other department stakeholders, your role will encompass administrative support, event coordination, marketing, and communications responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Administrative Support:

• Provide administrative assistance to the Director of Graduate Studies, Graduate Field of Africana Studies, and the Administrative Manager.
• Assist with the graduate admissions and placement processes.
• Work closely with graduate students to ensure their academic progress.

2. Event Coordination:

• Act as the department's Events Coordinator, overseeing all aspects of event planning.
• Coordinate and oversee event logistics, including scheduling, venue reservations, catering arrangements, travel coordination for guests/speakers, and on-site management.
• Ensure the successful implementation of departmental events, workshops, and conferences.

3. Marketing and Communications:

• Develop and implement creative marketing strategies to promote the department's activities and initiatives, including events.
• Maintain the department's communication plan, including the department's webpage, social media, and publications.
• Ensure a consistent and compelling message about the department and its field.

4. Database and Material Management:

• Create and maintain databases related to admissions, graduate programs, and events.
• Develop and update promotional materials as needed to support departmental activities.

Join our team and contribute to the growth and success of the Africana Studies & Research Center! Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their resume and a cover letter highlighting their relevant experience.

What We Need

All applicants must include a resume and cover letter for full consideration.

• Associate's Degree and 2-4 years of relevant work experience, or an equivalent combination of related education and experience.
• Experience in and/or demonstrated commitment to supporting diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and wellbeing.
• Passionate about working in an organization that values and promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, anti-racism, and wellbeing.
• Must possess or have aptitude to learn effective computer skills including: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe design, and on-line systems including the Graduate School Intranet, Drupal, and WordPress.
• Must also possess overall level of comfort with computers and social media.
• Excellent customer service skills necessary.
• Must be detail oriented and able to work under pressure to balance multiple tasks.
• Capable of setting priorities, following through on projects, and meeting established time frames.
• Aptitude to develop effective working relationships with multiple stakeholders.
• Service orientation with outstanding written and verbal communication techniques.
• Self-motivated and proactive with strong organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot, adapt and make recommendations for change.

Rewards and Benefits

No visa Sponsorship or relocation assistance is available for this position.

Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University's heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, and we do not tolerate discrimination based on any protected characteristic, including race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex/gender, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual's genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law.

Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff to all identities and backgrounds. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.

University Job Title:

Student Services Asst IV

Job Family:

Student Services

Level:

D

Pay Rate Type:

Hourly

Pay Range:

$23.50 - $27.67

Remote Option Availability:

Fully Onsite

Company:

Endowed

Contact Name:

Brad Stock

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Noted pay ranges reflect the potential pay opportunity for each job profile. The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:

• Prior relevant work or industry experience

• Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position

• Unique applicable skills

• Academic Discipline (faculty pay ranges reflects 9-month annual salary)

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EEO Statement:

Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University's heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, and we do not tolerate discrimination based on any protected characteristic, including race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex/gender, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual's genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law.

Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff to all identities and backgrounds. We encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.

2023-11-16

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