Program Associate, Mason Korea

About the Role

The Program Associate supports Mason Korea (MK) initiatives and programs. This position is expected to work flexible hours, including time outside of traditional hours and weekends, to meet with students/faculty/staff across time zones.

Key Responsibilities

• Student Relocation
• Support the transition of Fairfax students studying at MK.
• Develop and deliver information sessions for prospective students.
• Process applications.
• Communicate and coordinate with relevant stakeholders (e.g., MK University Life, Financial Aid).
• Design and conduct MK welcome orientation and visa workshops.
• Support other events related to Mason Korea student relocation.
• Faculty Transition
• Maintain and update transition-related materials.
• Schedule meetings with faculty.
• Process payment reimbursements.
• Perform other administrative duties for faculty relocation.
• MK Boards (LLC & Audit/Finance)
• Attend and schedule quarterly board meetings.
• Assist with drafting minutes.
• Perform other administrative duties related to MK boards.
• Marketing/Event Planning
• Coordinate marketing initiatives.
• Create marketing materials/flyers.
• Manage the MK website.
• Plan MK recruitment events.
• Represent MK at fairs and other promotional events.
• Perform other MK-related duties as assigned, including managing complex calendars and supervising student and wage employees.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor’s degree in education, Korean studies, international education, or other related fields, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Demonstrated experience working independently with minimal direction.
• Experience working with college-age students and/or faculty (typically one or more years).
• Experience with graphic design tools (e.g., Canvas) to create internal and external marketing materials.
• Experience working in international education, with a focus on students and/or faculty (typically one or more years).
• Experience directly supervising students and/or hourly employees.
• Experience with event planning/marketing/PR.
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with multiple campus partners.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Willingness and demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Interest in international education/higher education.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience working in higher education, with a focus on international education and study abroad and/or South Korea (typically two or more years).
• Experience working with faculty and senior leadership or boards.
• Experience living or studying abroad in South Korea.
• Experience working at a college or university.
• Experience working with embassies.
• Conversant Korean (written and oral).
• Demonstrated interest in international education with a focus on South Korea and/or international branch campuses.