• Job Title: EducationUSA Advisor                  
• Position Classification: Full-time
• Department: Educational Advising      
• Reports to: Senior Director of Programs
• Location: AMIDEAST Tunis

OVERVIEW:

The Advisor provides information to the public about U.S. higher education at accredited undergraduate, graduate or other institutions in the U.S.  The advisor offers free, unbiased advice to the public on the admissions process, financial aid, intercultural issues, logistics and other topics as required and appropriate.  The Advisor also manages the day-to-day activities of the Competitive College Club and coordinates with the American Corner Coordinator. The position requires excellent interpersonal and presentation skills in English, French and Arabic, as well as strong administrative follow-up. International training and travel are necessary.  EducationUSA is administered under a grant from the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs to promote higher education and study opportunities in the United States. 

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

Tasks and responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Work with public and private academic institutions and organizations to distribute information about scholarships and exchange programs; 
• Maintain close contact with the U.S. Department of State, U.S. Embassy, and the Regional Educational Advising Coordinator (REAC) on the administration of all programs and outreach; 
• Manage day-to-day activities including: 

• • Advise individuals seeking guidance and information on studying in the U.S.; 
  • Manage an advising calendar and maintain a social media presence; 
  • Conduct group orientation sessions at AMIDEAST and at other locations for the public, and conduct individual consultations; 
  • Respond to inquiries from e-mail and walk-ins regarding the American educational system, application procedures to U.S. universities, and other EducationUSA services; 
  • Coordinate speakers, produce materials, update presentation information, and promote the annual pre-departure orientations that are held for students preparing to travel to the U.S.; 
  • Maintain the advising section at the American Corner in Tunis with up-to-date materials, books, and promotional brochures as well as computer/internet access for students to do online research. 
  • Continually update the EducationUSA Website and database 
  • Compile monthly reports and statistics for review and submission to the Regional Advising Coordinator and the Advising team at AMIDEAST HQ.
• Develop and implement annual advising and outreach plans, including developing and monitoring program budgets; 
• Manage the  Competitive College Club “CCC” reaching out to Tunisian high schools and students, in person and/or virtually;
  • Identify, select and coach eligible and promising scholars for Opportunity Funds and other scholarships and advise them as they apply to U.S. institutions
• Manage various US government grants including the tracking of funds and quarterly reporting; 
• Support and contribute to events for the annual International Education Week; 
• Serve as a liaison with the U.S. Embassy Consular Office regarding student visa sessions and other outreach activities; 
• Coordinate with U.S. university representatives and local schools to help representatives recruit students from Tunisia and assist them in the set-up of appointments at local high schools and universities; 
• Represent the EducationUSA network and AMIDEAST as needed at conferences and workshops;