Assistant Director

Duke University:

Duke University was created in 1924 through an indenture of trust by James Buchanan Duke. Today, Duke is regarded as one of America’s leading research universities. Located in Durham, North Carolina, Duke is positioned in the heart of the Research Triangle, which is ranked annually as one of the best places in the country to work and live. Duke has more than 15,000 students who study and conduct research in its 10 undergraduate, graduate and professional schools. With about 40,000 employees, Duke is the third largest private employer in North Carolina, and it now has international programs in more than 150 countries.

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OVERVIEW

The Assistant Director (level 11) of the International Programs Office (IPO) is part of a team of student services and student affairs professionals who develop and maintain a positive learning environment for students, faculty, and staff at the Fuqua School of Business. The IPO facilitates international and experiential business learning opportunities for Fuqua students and supports a welcoming, well-coordinated experience for Fuqua's international student community.

Most of the work of the IPO is associated with the Daytime MBA Program; however, the IPO also supports Fuqua programs and students across the school, including EMBA, MMS, and MQM, as needs arise.

In keeping with the IPO's mission to increase global reach and enhance the student experience, the Assistant Director leads the office's day-to-day operations, detailed planning, logistics, and program implementation. The Assistant Director reports to the Director of the IPO and works closely with student leaders, colleagues across the Business School and University, and institutional partners to deliver high-quality programs and services.

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AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

Office Operations, Logistics, and Planning:

• Lead the day-to-day planning and operations of the International Programs Office, including the annual calendar, program deadlines, operational procedures, shared planning tools, and office communications.
• Plan and execute IPO events, meetings, information sessions, orientations and student programs. Coordinate space, registration, materials, vendors, staffing, financial tracking, accessibility, and event-day logistics.
• Maintain accurate office records, data trackers, reports, and operational resources; use data and stakeholder feedback to improve systems, service delivery, and the student experience.
• Maintain the International Programs Office's online presence and core student resources, including the incoming exchange website, FuquaConnect portal, and program communications.
• Anticipate operational needs, manage multiple priorities, and identify practical process improvements that help the office deliver consistently high-quality service.