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The Sol Price School of Public Policy has an immediate opening for a Project Specialist in the International Public Policy and Management Program (IPPAM). This position reports to the IPPAM Director and is a full-time, one-year fixed term position. Fully on-site work arrangement.

Job responsibilities include:

• Conduct research to support the IPPAM global executive continuing education (GECE) and visiting research scholars project design and development in alignment with the IPPAM program strategic mission and goals and in consultation with IPPAM/Price/USC involved entities.

• Manage the implementation of the IPPAM GECE including the visiting researcher scholars' program from inception to completion.

• Maintain professional and responsive communication with global education partners about the currently active projects.

• Work with IPPAM past and existing partners, clients, and funders on identifying opportunities to secure international training, executive education, and policy-related research projects.

• Develop new global outreach and recruitment strategies using digital and/or in person marketing and communication platforms and channels to attract executive professionals to the GECE program.

• Maintain an updated alumni data base and develop strategies to engage IPPAM alumni through annual and targeted alumni events.

• Provide support to the program director to identify and cultivate new partners, sponsors, and donors.

• Support to the program website development and digital communication strategy including monitoring social media.

Expected abilities:

• Ability to balance multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities and meet deadlines.

• The project specialist will be an integral member of the IPPAM program administrative team and show flexibility and willingness to aid in new projects and tasks when necessary.

• The candidate must possess critical problem solving, strong verbal and written communication skills ability to respond professionally and promptly.

• Strong interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity to meet the needs of a high diversity learning environment.

• Mandarin and/or Korean language ability is preferred.

• WordPress, web development and graphic design skills are welcome.

• Preferably degree in the public policy, management, and leadership field, with an international focus.

• Prior work experience in the field of international education, including familiarity with U.S. immigration regulations and USC policy, preferred.

About the International Public Policy and Management Program (IPPAM)

IPPAM is a premier program designed primarily for international professionals interested in working cross-culturally and cross-sectorally with colleagues from around the globe in an immersive environment.  In fulfilling its mission, the IPPAM program offers an intensive academic curriculum with a dual emphasis on public policy and applied management, blending academic knowledge with real-world applications. IPPAM students represent a diversity of professions and have interests that span the public policy disciplines. Studying at IPPAM fosters global engagement. IPPAM curriculum is designed to provide current and future policymakers and leaders with holistic knowledge and skills as they lead in today’s ever-changing world. The work of IPPAM alumni has a global impact in spurring them to tackle issues and participate in regional institutions beyond the borders of their individual countries.

IPPAM offers a Master of International Public Policy and Management (MIPM) degree for international students and U.S. students working in international settings. It also offers short term global executive continuing education (GECE) training programs for mid-career professionals including longer term executive programs for visiting research scholars with experience in government, nonprofit organizations, or business firms.

Compensation:

The hourly rate range for this position is $28.31 - $33.72. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

About the Sol Price School of Public Policy:

The mission of the Price School is to improve the quality of life for people and their communities, here and abroad. We achieve this mission through education and research that promote innovative solutions to the most critical issues facing society, with a particular focus on governance, urban development, and social policy. The Price School offers Ph.D. programs in Public Policy and Management and Urban Planning; master’s degrees in public administration, Public Policy, Urban Planning, Health Administration, and Real Estate Development; executive masters’ degrees; and undergraduate degrees.

The University of Southern California values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity in employment.

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About University of Southern California (USC)

USC is the leading private research university in Los Angeles—a global center for arts, technology and international business. With more than 47,500 students, we are located primarily in Los Angeles but also in various US and global satellite locations. As the largest private employer in Los Angeles, responsible for $8 billion annually in economic activity in the region, we offer the opportunity to work in a dynamic and diverse environment, in careers that span a broad spectrum of talents and skills across a variety of academic and professional schools and administrative units. As a USC employee and member of the Trojan Family—the faculty, staff, students, and alumni who make USC a great place to work—you will enjoy excellent benefits, including a variety of well-being programs designed to help individuals achieve work-life balance.

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