Time Well Spent

Throughout my time working towards my master’s degree, I have felt an array of emotions such as accomplishment. There were many ups and downs. There were times when the courses were exciting because I was learning things that would directly impact my goals and the same is true for courses that were more challenging. Regardless of how I was feeling throughout my studies I was learning and working towards my goals.

Community of Practice- I love the concept and will do my best to replicate this when I create a board of directors. Have connections with people from different organization in order to have multiple perspectives to offer the best service possible.  In addition, I’ve learned that I am determined and because of my determination, I was able to finish my degree despite, illness, surgery, loss and a move to another state. Finally, I learned that planning is very important. I’ve learned to plan almost everything in my life and because of this skill I have learned to manage my entire life better.

My long term goal is to opening and run a successful nonprofit organization that will start with a preschool offering quality education that focuses on early literacy. This organization will service families through social service

I would like to say thank you to my instructor and colleagues for all you have contributed to me through of this program. Your contributions have added to my growth intellectually and personally. I send blessing to you all and it is my hope that you all make an impact on the education field in whatever way you wish to.  Blessings Angela Clay 

Jobs/Roles in the ECE Community: Internationally

NAFSA

NAFSA: ASSOCIATION OF INTERNATIONAL EDUCATORS. This organization  has  I direct connection form the united states to counties abroad that support education.  What appeals to me the most is their advocacy component.  According to NAFSA  NAFSA advocates for public policies that lead to a more globally engaged and welcoming United States. In the debate about America's future, we advocate for U.S. policies that foster a more peaceful world, result in a commonsense immigration process, encourage enlightened global engagement, and sustain an informed civic culture through international education.

http://www.nafsa.org/

World Learning Inc.

World Learning's programs span a range of issue areas to comprehensively address critical needs around the globe. The three issues they focus on is Education Development and Exchange. Education : World Learning provides educational programs at the high school, undergraduate, graduate, and professional levels as well as development programs to improve education worldwide.  Development: World Learning's International Development Programs prepare communities worldwide to effectively address critical issues.  Exchange: Each year, World Learning brings emerging leaders from around the world to the United States for international exchanges. 

http://www.worldlearning.org/

The Global Learning: Education without Borders:

The Global Learning: Education Without Borders website contains educational resources for integrating international content into K-16 curriculum using communication technologies. 

Global learning uses communication technologies that allow learners from diverse cultures to participate in an intercultural dialogic co-construction of 21st century knowledge, skills and attitudes needed by global citizens. 

In some cases they are learning simultaneously from different nations and diverse cultural s which enhances the capacity to learn and expand knowledge of the world as a whole.

http://www.globallearningeducation.com/

Executive Director, Office of Global Programs The Executive Director ("ED") is responsible for leading the unit within the Office of Global Programs ("OGP") that manages finance and administrative processes. The ED manages staff who work on financial operations and are responsible for the planning and development of new initiatives. The ED works closely with the Dean/AVP, the OGP senior leadership team, Associate Dean of Administration, and various departments/schools to support international education opportunities through long-term, strategic financial planning and creation of policy. The unit functions as part of Columbia College and liaises with University financial and administrative units such as the Offices of the Treasurer, Comptroller, Public Safety and others. The ED and staff help develop policies, protocols and procedures that ensure high quality study abroad experiences for Columbia students and faculty. The ED is part of the OGP Dean/AVP's senior leadership team and will be expected to represent the Office to Columbia stakeholders and external partners in global education initiatives. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:  A. Lead all aspects of the OGP Operations  --Finance: Oversee operations of financial administration of study abroad programs; establish administrative policies related to the funding; oversee all aspects of billing; develop & monitor budgets; undertake financial analytics, modeling & forecasting to inform planning & decision making; manage vendor agreements & payments, improve billing/collections; work with the Columbia Bursars office to ensure student fees are collected & appropriately recorded; establish key performance indicators (KPIs) regarding successful financial operations for Columbia programs & conduct ongoing financial audits & evaluations against KPIs; oversee & ensure compliance with legal & institutional requirements & stay abreast of finance issues & trends.  --Human Resources: Manage the hiring process for staff working on Columbia study abroad programs & consortium-administered programs; design performance management process & tools for staff abroad along with the Associate Dean for Columbia Global Programs & the Dean/AVP; oversee & ensure compliance with HR policies & procedures for international staff & stay abreast of HR issues & trends for international staff.  --Communications: Communicate safety protocols & procedures for students, faculty, & staff that meet best-in-class professional standards; facilitate consistency in style & quality of published materials; lead the production of the OGP annual report.  --Planning, Data & Analytics: Comply with reporting requirements of foundation initiatives related to undergraduate global education; forecast & report on financial consequences of developing & implementing new study abroad/fellowship programs; compile & analyze global education & fellowships data.  --IT: Interface with CCIT to manage OGP IT support, website design & maintenance.  B. Administrative Duties & Responsibilities: Develop & continuously improve: safety protocols & procedures for students, faculty, & staff; procedures for pre-departure & re-entry programs for students; & policies to support quality global education & fellowships programming & operations. Serve on the University's International Administrative Working Group Committee.  C. Shared Leadership Responsibilities: Provide OGP leadership, including crisis management in the Dean/AVP's absence; collaborate with other units on special global education projects & new initiatives; represent Columbia to external partners, international visitors, & other constituencies; represent the office at national and international professional events as required; guide & assist other units with international operations issues.  D. Perform other related duties as assigned   Bachelor's degree required. Minimum 7 years' of related experience. A cover letter and resume must be submitted with an application to be considered for this position.   Experience must include work in a university setting. Project management and excellent writing and speaking skills required. Must have demonstrated administrative and organizational skills. Must have working knowledge of computer applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook as well as the capacity to learn all relevant administrative systems used by Columbia University and the Studio Abroad application. Must have the ability to work well with all levels of colleagues and constituents, including faculty. Must be willing to travel for business and have the capacity to represent OGP and Columbia both nationally and internationally as required.  Advanced degree strongly desired, MBA preferred. Familiarity with liberal arts college curricula a plus. Knowledge of additional languages strongly preferred. International experience, including working outside of the United States, and experience working effectively with cross-cultural communication desired. Strong preference for knowledge and experience with international financial operations, regulatory requirements, personnel operations and internal controls.

Internal Number: 074044

http://jobregistry.nafsa.org/jobs/6276005/executive-director-office-of-global-programs