Department
AFRICAN STUDIES PROGRAM (BL-AFRI-IUBLA)
Department Information
The IU African Studies Program is recognized as one of the leading centers for the interdisciplinary study of Africa. A Title VI National Resource Center, our diverse research, teaching, and outreach activities promote greater understanding and appreciation of the continent and its global diaspora.
Job Summary
- Performs administrative and department manager duties for the unit.
- Assists the Director with managing accounts and budgets.
- Manages personnel records and assists with scheduling of African Studies Courses.
- Oversees graduate program affairs and records.
- Assists the Associate Director with grant application preparations, specifically financial components.
- Serves as a resource person for prospective and current students, faculty and staff.
- Maintains and updates student files, records and databases.
- Manages the units main email account.
QualificationsEDUCATION
Required- High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED)
SKILLS
Required
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to interact and communicate with a wide variety of individuals
- Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a timely manner
- Maintains confidentiality
- Operating knowledge of standard office equipment
- Proficiency in Microsoft office Suite including Word, Outlook, Access and Excel
Preferred- Experience with IU program and processes
Additional InformationThis is a part-time non-benefit eligible position working.
Work LocationHamilton Lugar School of Global and International Studies Building
Bloomington, Indiana
Advertised Salary$20.00 per hour.
Work HoursUp to 29 hours per week
Benefits OverviewFor full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
- Multiple plan options for medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
- Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
- Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
- Additional supplemental retirement plan options
- Tuition benefit for IU classes
- 10 paid holidays per year
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.
Job ClassificationCareer Level: Part Time Employee
FLSA: Nonexempt
Job Function: Part Time Employee
Job Family: Part Time Employee
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