Put your best local expertise, attention to detail, and ability to coordinate multiple projects for Global Minnesota’s busy Professional Exchanges Program. Work closely with the Program Manager to connect people from all over the world with people and organizations in Minnesota to share ideas and best practices that effect positive global change. The Professional Exchanges Program is nationally recognized for excellence and current exchanges operate completely virtually. Coordinate the Minnesota components of the U.S. Department of State-sponsored International Visitor Leadership Program and other fee-for-service exchanges, engage local resources and Global Minnesota corporate and individual members, and share exchange stories with Global Minnesota audiences.
Must be Minnesota-based and able to commute to Minneapolis office. One year of demonstrated strong project coordination/organization experience required, including attention to detail, adherence to deadlines, self-directed follow through, the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and the ability to manage and anticipate logistical challenges. Excellent computer skills with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Google email and online research are essential, as are good writing skills and effective communication via email, phone, and video. A strong candidate will be creative, resourceful, self-confident, and assertive. Strong interest in learning about other cultures and communicating with sensitivity across cultures and stakeholders is important. Some flexibility in hours is needed to handle meetings that need to take place outside of regularly scheduled hours or issues and concerns that arise outside of regularly scheduled hours.
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