New York University Berlin Student Life Administrator (m/f/d) New York University (NYU) Berlin is seeking a full-time Student Life Administrator for the Academic Center, Prenzlauer Berg. About New York University Founded in 1831, New York University is one of the largest and most prestigious private universities in the United States. NYU is based in New York but also operates branch campuses and research programs in other parts of the U.S. and around the world. As a community of scholars (faculty, students, and staff) that is inclusive of divergent backgrounds and historically underrepresented groups, NYU engages a diversity of viewpoints, perspectives, and approaches. About NYU Berlin NYU Berlin is one of NYU's global study-away sites and provides US and other international students with the opportunity to spend a semester studying in Berlin while earning credits towards their degree. The program is fully integrated into NYU's curriculum and designed for BA students in the social sciences, arts and humanities who want to earn credit in their major - including art, art history, drama, environmental studies, European studies, German, history, math, music, politics, psychology, and sociology - while having a transformative experience abroad. Most courses are taught in English. Seminars and lectures take place at the academic center located within the complex of the Kulturbrauerei in Prenzlauer Berg and at NYU Berlin's art and drama studio in Kreuzberg. The program size is 100 students per semester, as well as various January and summer programs. Position Summary The position of Student Life Administrator is a full-time position at NYU Berlin’s Academic Center located in the Kulturbrauerei in Prenzlauer Berg, Berlin. The Student Life Administrator works directly with the Program Manager, Student Life, and the Student Life and Engagement Coordinator at NYU Berlin to provide administrative support for a wide range of services in the areas of student programming, communication, student conduct, immigration advising, registration with the German authorities, residential life services, safety and wellness, emergency response, as well as a number of immersive community projects. This is a 2-year fixed term role. Principal Accountabilities Administrative Support - Student Services (60%) Provide administrative support to the Program Manager, Student Life and other staff. Processing of local police registration, local university enrollment, and visa applications for incoming NYU Berlin students. Advise and support students who seek out external services, such as doctors’ appointments or insurance coverage. Document student conduct cases and provide conflict resolution opportunities to students. Coordinate student organizations, including volunteering initiatives. Organize regular 'office hours' in NYU Berlin’s facilities. Other tasks as assigned by the Program Manager, Student Life and the Student Life and Engagement Coordinator. Support of Extracurricular Programming (15%) Assist in the planning and organization of immersive student programming, including orientation, on-campus workshops and seminars, excursions in the city as well as trips. Accompany students on day- and weekend-trips (2-4 trips a semester). Communication (10%) Ensure effective communication to students on all matters related to student services. Assist in the production of material for the weekly Student Newsletter. Produce and regularly update the NYU Berlin Student Handbook. Prepare memos and material for website and other publications. Student Safety and Wellness (15%) Participate in the on-duty/on-call rotational emergency response and be available to respond to crises during scheduled evenings, weekends, and public holidays. Participate in Wellness training seminars and diversity workshops. Assist in the creation of manuals covering safety-related information and general travel advisories. Position Qualifications Required Education Successful completion of a university degree, ideally in cultural studies, education, communications, or a related field. Required Experience Previous experience living, working, or studying abroad (preferably in North America). Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Outstanding German and English language skills (bilingual preferred). Excellent intercultural and interpersonal communication skills. Strong ability to prioritize and multi-task as well as to deal with emergencies. Strong ability to work in a team as well as to develop ideas independently. Excellent organizational and administrative skills. Service excellence and delivery of high-quality solutions. Proactive with exceptional problem-solving skills. Confident public speaker, comfortable addressing groups of up to 100-150 people. Ability to interact confidently with students, faculty and high-level administrators. Flexible and patient (adaptable in a fast-changing environment). A work permit for Germany valid through August 2025. Preferred Experience, Skills and Abilities Experience in student services, university administration. Well-developed understanding of German culture and the city of Berlin. Experience in producing and editing texts in English (such as handbooks, newsletters, brochures etc.). Genuine interest in getting to know and developing support structures for a very diverse set of international students every semester. Familiarity with IT and social media. Ability to organize and deliver events and trips for up to 100-150 participants. Additional Information NYU's Global Programs & University Life organization is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to being a welcoming campus community that reflects and enacts the values of inclusion, diversity, belonging, equity, and accessibility that inform academic excellence. Employees in
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