Program Specialist
Duke Kunshan University
Job Description
Position Overview:
Duke Kunshan University (DKU) is a world-class liberal arts university based in Kunshan, China, that offers a range of high quality, innovative academic programs for students from around the world. It was established in September 2013 as a U.S.-China partnership between Duke University and Wuhan University.
In our Executive Education and Lifelong Learning Department, we are seeking a new position as a Program Specialist. This is a multifaceted role supporting an expanding team.
Executive Education is at the intersection of university life. Tasked with delivering business programs for leading executive and managers, we draw together the unique faculty talent of DKU supplemented with outside adjunct faculty, the incredible facilities of the university campus in Kunshan and our own hotel. We also deliver our programs from client locations and other third-party venues.
Reports to:
Senior Director of Executive Education and Lifelong Learning
Essential Duties:
Program Support
1. Assist in delivery of programs through the coordination between departments, tracking of expenses, raising of invoices, and ensuring the smooth delivery when clients are on campus/site.
Sales Support
1. Support the team with sales initiatives through maintenance of pipeline leads system, scheduling meetings, organizing events (such as dinners, speaking arrangements), organization of bios and our extended adjunct network.
Team Support
1. Support with daily operations of the team, including expenses, travel arrangements, budget tracking, and interfacing with other university departments to maintain a smooth operation.
2. Perform other duties as assigned.
3. University employees' job responsibilities will continue to expand in scope and depth as the University grows in size and complexity in its programs.
Required Qualifications:
1. Bachelor’s degree or above.
2. At least 5 years’ work experience in an administrative role or in client service.
3. Solid English ability in terms of both writing and speaking. The team’s working language is English. Native Mandarin speaker, strong business writing skills in Chinese
4. Analytical capability, with good commercial acumen, presence, business sense and financial knowledge.
5. Self-motivated, and willing to solve challenges and work under pressure.
6. High professionalism, and a team player with a positive attitude.
How to Apply:
Please submit your formal application by searching the position on DKU recruitment portal https://career15.sapsf.cn/career?company=dukekunsha