JOB- Outreach Coordinator, CREECA, Univ. of Wisconsin-Madison
Posted by: Jennifer Tishler <jtishler@wisc.edu>
The Center for Russia, East Europe, and Central Asia (CREECA) at the
University of Wisconsin-Madison seeks an Outreach Coordinator to
manage its outreach program to teachers, business, and the media. This
is a half-time academic staff position with excellent benefits. We
appreciate your help in bringing this announcement to the attention of
qualified candidates. The full position vacancy listing can be found
on the Office of Human Resources Web site:
http://www.ohr.wisc.edu/pvl/pv_057084.html
More information about CREECA can be found here:
http://creeca.wisc.edu
With best wishes to all,
Jennifer
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Position Vacancy Listing
PVL# 57084
Degree and area of specialization: MA degree required, with a
background in Russian, East European and/or Eurasian area studies
strongly preferred. Experience with education or educational
administration is preferred.
Minimum number of years and type of relevant work experience:
Candidates should be able to demonstrate commitment to outreach for
different communities, including K-16, media, business, and
government; have experience working with diverse groups; have
excellent writing, communication, and organizational skills; be able
to multitask and work independently as well as cooperatively on more
than one project; demonstrate proficiency in public speaking to a
variety of audiences.
Principal duties: The Outreach Coordinator will manage outreach
activities for a Title VI National Resource Center: The Center for
Russia, East Europe, and Central Asia (CREECA). Under the direction of
the Center Director and Associate Director, the Outreach Coordinator will:
* Work to increase knowledge and understanding of Central and East
Europe, Russia, and Central Asia, particularly among K-16 students and
teachers, business, media, and government;
* Coordinate annual outreach events;
* Plan and coordinate annual summer workshops for K-12 teachers,
maintain on-going relations with K-16 teachers and WI Dept. of Public
Instruction personnel, and broaden outreach in the state by organizing
faculty visits to K-12 classrooms;
* Work with heritage communities to better integrate them into
different learning communities;
* Attend national and regional outreach and education conferences;
* Investigate funding opportunities for outreach activities and
assist in the preparation of external grant applications and reports;
* Maintain on-going relations with student clubs and organizations;
* Maintain teacher resource lending library;
* Answer inquiries about the program activities;
* Perform other tasks as needed that contribute to the overall
success and smooth functioning of CREECA. A period of evaluation will
be required.
Appointment type: Academic Staff
Department(s): L&S/Studies Programs
Full time salary rate: Minimum $34,332 Annual (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
Term: This is a renewable appointment.
Appointment percent: 50%
Anticipated begin date: September 01, 2007
Number of positions: 1
To Ensure Consideration
Application must be received by: AUGUST 22, 2007
How to Apply:
Send resume and cover letter referring to Position Vacancy Listing #57084 to
Jennifer Tishler
210 Ingraham Hall
1155 Observatory Drive
Madison WI 53706-1397
Phone: 608-262-3379 Fax: 608-265-3062
Email: jtishler@creeca.wisc.edu
NOTE: Unless confidentiality is requested in writing, information
regarding the names of applicants must be released upon request.
Finalists cannot be guaranteed confidentiality.
Jennifer Ryan Tishler
Associate Director
Center for Russia, East Europe, and Central Asia (CREECA)
210 Ingraham Hall, 1155 Observatory Drive
Madison, WI 53706
tel. 608-262-3379
fax. 608-890-0267
http://www.creeca.wisc.edu
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