About the Role:
Rusta Universités Global Learning Network is seeking a highly experienced and globally minded Senior International Programs Director to lead international education initiatives, academic partnership operations, and global learning program development in Bern, Switzerland. This role focuses on overseeing cross-border educational programs, strengthening institutional collaborations, and driving strategic international engagement initiatives across academic and professional learning environments.
Key Responsibilities:
- International Programs Leadership: Oversee development, implementation, and expansion of international academic and global learning initiatives
- Strategic Partnership Management: Build and maintain collaborations with universities, educational institutions, NGOs, and international stakeholders
- Global Education Operations: Manage international program logistics, operational frameworks, and academic coordination activities
- Student & Faculty Engagement: Support international student services, faculty exchange programs, and multicultural learning experiences
- Program Development & Expansion: Design new global education initiatives, mobility programs, and international training opportunities
- Compliance & Academic Standards: Ensure adherence to international education policies, institutional guidelines, and program quality standards
- Budget & Resource Oversight: Manage international program budgets, funding allocation, and operational resources
- Performance Monitoring & Reporting: Track program KPIs, enrollment trends, partnership outcomes, and educational impact metrics
- Team Leadership: Lead international coordinators, academic program managers, partnership officers, and administrative teams
What We Are Looking For:
- Experience: Senior-level experience in international education management, global academic programs, or institutional partnership leadership
- Skills: Strong leadership, international relations, and educational program management expertise
- Education: Degree in Education, International Relations, Public Administration, Business Management, or related field
- Industry Knowledge: Experience in higher education systems, global learning initiatives, and international academic collaboration programs
- Leadership: Ability to manage multicultural teams and large-scale international educational operations
Why Join Us:
- Global Education Exposure: Work on international learning initiatives and cross-border academic partnerships
- Leadership Opportunity: Lead strategic educational programs and institutional collaboration projects
- Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement into Global Education Executive or International Academic Affairs leadership roles
- Multicultural Environment: Contribute to impactful international education and global learning experiences
Pay: CHF9’000.00 - CHF17’000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Free or subsidised travel
- Referral program
- Subsidized health insurance premiums
- Wellness program
Work Location: In person
