Global Program Advisor

Description

Global Program Advisor (Full-Time)

Department : Program Operations

Reports to : Global Program Manager

Location : Stamford CT (on-site)

Salary Range : $27.47$31.87 hourly

Start Date : February 15 2026

Application Deadline : January 23 2026

About AIFS Abroad

At AIFS Abroad we bring the world together. Since 1964 we have helped more than 1.6 million participants engage in meaningful cultural exchange and international education experiences. Our work supports the development of globally minded citizens through study abroad customized faculty-led programs international internships and career readiness programs offered in over 20 countries and virtually.

AIFS Abroad is a division of AIFS Inc. which is wholly owned by a UK-based charitable trust founded by Sir Cyril Taylor.

Our Team Culture

We are a mission-driven collaborative team of international education professionals dedicated to making a positive global impact. Our workplace culture values transparency innovation shared goals and ideas from staff at all levels.

Position Summary

The Global Program Advisor plays a vital role in supporting enrolled participants before departure and throughout their AIFS Abroad experience. Advisors provide individualized guidance ensuring students are well-informed prepared and supported while maintaining strong program retention.

This role involves working closely with students university partners and overseas colleagues to manage pre-departure processes such as course enrollment documentation compliance and visa guidance (program / location dependent). Exceptional customer service attention to detail and strong program knowledge are essential.

This is a full-time non-exempt position MondayFriday with some flexibility in scheduling. Occasional domestic travel to U.S. study abroad fairs and potential international travel to AIFS program sites may be required.

Key Responsibilities

Participant & Program Support

• Manage participant onboarding through the AIFS online portal including documentation collection and review
• Communicate regularly with participants and university advisors via phone email and internal systems
• Edit approve and maintain accurate participant documentation
• Provide guidance on course selection approvals and academic requirements
• Ensure all pre-departure requirements are completed prior to program start dates

Visa & Compliance Support

Operational & Cross-Team Collaboration

Role Milestones

Qualifications

We are seeking candidates who bring manythough not necessarily allof the following :

Successful candidates are organized adaptable detail-oriented and calm under pressure. The ability to manage large volumes of information identify potential issues proactively and deliver high-quality customer service is essential in this fast-paced evolving environment.

We encourage applicants who meet at least 65% of the listed qualifications to apply. Candidates from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences are strongly encouraged to apply.

Recruitment Process

Why Join AIFS Abroad

401(k) with employer match

If you have any questions about the role and / or would like to know more about AIFS Abroad contact Carri Orrison at

Equal Opportunity Employer :

AIFS provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected federal state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.

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Required Experience :

Unclear Seniority

Key Skills

Project Management Methodology,Project / Program Management,Program Management,Management Experience,Microsoft Powerpoint,Project Management,Microsoft Project,Budgeting,DoD Experience,Leadership Experience,Supervising Experience,Contracts

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Hourly Salary Salary : 27 - 31