About
Position:
UPCES Outreach Coordinator
Location: New York City, NY (hybrid)
Travel: 25-50%
Preferred Start date: July 2024
Position in New York – UPCES - Outreach Coordinator
The CERGE-EI Foundation is looking for an UPCES Outreach Coordinator based in New York City. The Foundation offers a hybrid in-office work environment. Remote candidates may be considered on a very exceptional basis.
About Us
The CERGE-EI Foundation is one of the leading supporters of education in modern economics in the former communist countries of Central and Eastern Europe, the southern Caucasus and Central Asia. We are dedicated to both training future economic leaders at an advanced level, and to promoting basic economic literacy in society at large. We collaborate with other educational and research institutions, philanthropic entities and supranational organizations in this mission.
The Foundation supports our founding partner Center for Economic Research and Graduate Education – Economics Institute (CERGE-EI) in Prague. Furthermore, we run several programs in cooperation with CERGE-EI, including one of our flagship programs: the UPCES Study Abroad in Prague program. We are a small team, located in New York City and Prague.
About UPCES Study Abroad in Prague
The Undergraduate Program in Central European Studies (UPCES) is an undergraduate study abroad program based at Charles University and CERGE-EI in Prague, Czech Republic. UPCES students take courses alongside Czech and European students in a wide range of liberal arts disciplines, from history to economics to film. UPCES works hard to provide personalized support for our students.
Position Description
This New York City-based position is a unique opportunity to join a small and dynamic team. We are seeking an enthusiastic, organized, and dynamic individual to support our program’s growth through partnerships with US colleges and universities. The ideal candidate will enjoy meeting new people, take pride in their customer service skills, and have a high level of attention to detail. They will be eager to partner with UPCES leadership to think strategically about partnership development and will be motivated by establishing partnerships that are mutually beneficial for both UPCES and the sending institutions.
Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
- Collaborate with UPCES leadership to develop and implement strategy for program growth
- Engage virtually and in person with campuses across the United States
- Represent UPCES at study abroad fairs, information sessions, conferences, and both in-person and virtual meetings with staff and faculty at partner institutions, as well as other promotional events
- Manage database of contacts, making regular updates after each campus visit
- Follow up via email, phone, etc with prospective leads
- Assist CERGE-EI Foundation’s President and team with administrative support for running the Foundation office in New York
- Provide planning support for CERGE-EI Foundation events and meetings
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree
- Strong oral and written communication skills, strong presentation skills
- Ability to engage professionally with a wide range of audiences, including students, university partners, faculty members, parents, and onsite team in Prague
- Experience studying, living, or working abroad
- Enthusiasm for international exchange and student learning
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Comfort and interest in using social media to engage with students and other stakeholders
- Proficiency with Canva or other user-friendly design tools
- Attention to detail
- Flexible, problem-solving attitude
Other Requirements
- Willingness to travel (mostly within the US) and to work non-standard hours, especially during peak periods (September-November and January-March)
- Ability to work early mornings to accommodate team members in Prague
- Valid passport and US drivers license, or ability to get one
- Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds and stand for long periods of time
- Ability to travel to Prague, typically once per year, for up to a few weeks at a time
- Legally allowed to work in USA
Salary and Benefits
- Salary range: around $50,000 with possibility for bonuses
- Airfare, accommodations, rental cars, and meals covered while traveling
- Annual visit to program site in Prague for training with onsite staff
- PTO, Health insurance, and matching 401k provided
Applications
To apply, please submit resume and cover letter to
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
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Covid-19 Protocol
The UPCES Office is located on the 4th floor of the CERGE-EI building in Rooms 406, 406a, 406b, 407, 407a and 408. The offices are open from 09:00-18:00 Monday through Friday. Students may contact staff on the UPCES emergency phone after hours and on weekends, when necessary. The UPCES staff is available to students for any questions or assistance before, during, and after the semester.
Lindsay Allen, Director
Office of International Academic Programs
Room #407
Tel.: (+420) 224 005 133
E-mail: l
Originally from Minnesota, USA, Lindsay has spent much of her life living abroad, in Europe, Asia, and Latin America. She has worked in international education since 2008, and joined UPCES as Director in January 2022. Prior to working at UPCES, she was the head of study abroad at Yale-NUS College in Singapore for eight years. She earned her BA in Asian Studies at the University of Michigan, and has an MA in Translation from the Middlebury Institute of International Studies in Monterey, and has completed graduate coursework in International Education at SIT Graduate Institute. She is a regular presenter at international conferences and is interested in student mental health and cultural adjustment, orientation programming, and helping students make connections between study abroad experiences and career choices.
Favorites
Czech Food: Řizek (a schnitzel), or the sour cherry kolač (a pastry similar to a danish) from Kus Kolače
Hobby: Pilates, yoga, exploring Prague neighborhoods
Book: Havel: A Life, written by UPCES professor Michael Žantovsky, was a great way for me as a newcomer to learn about this hugely important figure in modern Czech history
Music: Khruangbin, Amadou & Mariam
Place in Prague: a good seat at a sidewalk cafe in the spring or fall, Sapa Vietnamese market
Anna Čudová, Administrative Director
Office of International Academic Programs
Room #406b
Tel.: (+420) 224 005 208
Email:
Anna comes from northern Bohemia near the German border. She was born during the communist "normalization" period, and the Velvet Revolution caught her in her first year of high school. As she was brought up in the spirit of not being able to make any free choice of school or profession, she enthusiastically took advantage of the new opportunities and went through various work experiences, including independent entrepreneurship. She spent a year in Germany and graduated with a bachelor's degree from the College of Business Ostrava, Inc.in Economics and Management.
Veronika Havlištová, Senior Program Manager
Office of International Academic Programs
Room #407a
Tel.: (+420) 224 005 134
Email:
Veronika was born in the western part of the Czech Republic, but grew up in Liberec, about an hour north from Prague, very close to the German and Polish border. She studied at an American high school in Belgium and worked as an au pair in Ithaca, New York, for a year and a half. Upon her return to the Czech Republic, she moved to Prague for university studies. During this time Veronika joined UPCES’s Czech-American Partner’s program in which she participated as a “buddy” for two semesters and then interned with UPCES for an additional two years. Since February 2018, she has been a full time employee. She loves working with students, helping them through hardships and adjustments, and just being there when they need someone to talk to. As someone who lived abroad for a while herself, Veronika enjoys the orientation period the most. Her favorite part is when everyone is getting to know one another, and spending time with students on trips and doing fun activities around Prague
Favorites
Czech Food: Koláče with poppy seeds and plums, or vepřové výpečky se špenátem (pork with spinach and potato dumplings)
Hobby: Baking, (solo) traveling, exploring cafés around the world, music and singing, reading
Artist: Queen, Kodaline, the Lumineers, and Lewis Capaldi
TV Show: Friends and Brooklyn 99
Place in Prague: Holešovice and Vinohrady – any café, restaurant, or bistro
Pavlina Venclova, Senior Program Manager
Office of International Academic Programs
Room #406b
Tel.: (+420) 224 005 260
Email:
Kateřina Saidlová, Program Coordinator
Office of International Academic Programs
Room #408
Tel.: (+420) 224 005 181
Email:
Born and raised in Chomutov, a small Czech city near the German border, Kate moved to Prague after finishing her studies in the Netherlands, where she earned a research master's degree in Literary Studies at the University of Amsterdam. She is excited that she can now utilize her experience from her time abroad to support UPCES students. Kate joined the team in 2022 and, as a Program Coordinator, oversees academics, assists students with medical issues, and co-manages social media. In her free time, she likes to listen to podcasts, read books, or explore new places in Prague with her partner-in-crime, Adéla.
Favorites:
Czech Food: “Svíčková” - Beef in a cream sauce with dumplings
Artist: Muse or Taylor Swift
Movie: A tie between two trilogies: “Back to the Future” and “Lord of the Rings”
Place in Prague: Academia Books Café
Rita Rowand, U.S. Representative
Tel.: (+1) 540-935-9020
Email:
Rita Rowand is an experienced international educator. She was a global relations specialist at George Mason University for 12 years and also worked for Old Dominion University in Distance Education, and at Virginia Tech. As the U.S. Representative for UPCES, Rita is passionate about informing students about the opportunities to study in Prague. Rita is a Fulbright grant recipient and speaks fluent German.
Favorites
Hobbies: skiing, hiking, gardening, and traveling
Place in Prague: The Franz Kafka Museum
Artist: Jon Batiste
Movie: Out of Africa
Adéla, Director of Office Mischief
Office of International Academic Programs
Rooms: any and all UPCES spaces on the 4th floor
A mischievous goof with a big heart, Adéla joined the UPCES team in the spring of 2023 after she moved to Prague to pursue a career and quickly became the most popular employee in the building. As UPCES’s Director of Office Mischief, her agenda consists of running away from her mom Kate, hanging out with her colleagues, and napping the day away. Most importantly, Adéla works closely with our students, offering emotional support and cuddles for everyone in need. And on special occasions, she also substitutes for an office shredder. In her free time, she likes to sleep some more, go on long walks by the river, and cause trouble.
Favorites:
Food: Almost everything, especially meat. Not a fan of rice and bananas
Toy: A pig plushie called Štefan
Song: “Careless Whisper” by George Michael
Place in Prague: Náplavka riverfront
Admissions Criteria
UPCES seeks undergraduate students, currently enrolled at a university or college, with strong academic abilities. UPCES also values personal experiences outside of college, as well as future aspirations.
UPCES students should have at least four semesters of university-level education completed by the start of their study abroad term. If your home university encourages study abroad before the junior year, you may be considered for admission with a strong recommendation from your home university.
A GPA level of 3.0 is a minimum for admission to the UPCES program. Under certain circumstances, such as strong letters of recommendation, the UPCES admissions committee may decide to accept students with GPAs below the 3.0 minimum.
Online Application
Prospective students will fill out the UPCES Online Application. There is no application fee. Applicants will also submit additional required materials by e-mail or international mail. Follow the step-by-step instructions here.
Hard-copy Application
If you prefer to submit your application by mail, you can download the hard-copy of the UPCES application, print it, and submit it along with the required materials.
Application Deadlines
We encourage students to apply as early as possible. The semester application deadlines are as follows:
- Full Year 2017-18: Apply by June 1st
(Now Accepting Applications!)
- Fall Semester 2017: Apply by June 1st
(Now Accepting Applications!)
Meeting the application deadline is determined by the date of arrival of all digital and/or hard-copy application materials at the UPCES office in Prague.
Dates
The Fall Semester typically runs from early September through mid-December. The Spring Semester typically runs from early February through mid-May, with a one-week semester break. Please check our Academic Calendar for the actual dates of each upcoming semester.
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