Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University seeks applications for an Assistant Director (AD) for Prestigious Awards and Fellowships. Reporting to the Director for Prestigious Awards and Fellowships, the candidate will be expected to manage multiple national and international awards from recruitment through submission, including several awards that will help build a strong pipeline of students to the Office of Prestigious Awards and Fellowships. The Assistant Director will oversee relationship building, handle large-scale communications efforts (newsletters, storytelling, etc.), and contribute to a high-functioning office that supports a significant number of students seeking awards and fellowships annually.
The AD serves as the campus lead in Prescott, AZ for all activities (advising, programming, and mentoring) with the aim of furthering the office's mission of empowering applicants and creating an award and fellowships culture at the Prescott Campus. The AD will conduct, recruit, advise and mentor prospective applicants for competitive national and international fellowships programs and graduate fellowships. The AD will provide important support and structures during the application process. The AD will utilize their creativity and pedagogical skills to develop programming and application resources to support fellowships. The AD works closely with the Director for Prestigious and Fellowships on all aspects of the Department's operations.
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About Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University:
At Embry-Riddle, we take pride in our position as the world's largest and most comprehensive university dedicated to aviation and aerospace. Located in Daytona Beach, Florida, and Prescott, Arizona, our esteemed residential campuses offer a prestigious educational experience. However, our commitment to education knows no borders as our Worldwide campus expands our reach globally, providing a world-class education online and at approximately 110 locations across the United States, Asia, Europe, and Central and South America. This breadth of reach ensures that students can access our exceptional programs without geographical limitations.
With a history spanning nearly a century, we have continually adapted to the dynamic needs of the industries we support. In the Academic Year 2022-23, we welcomed over 11,100 students to our residential campuses and over 19,000 students at our worldwide campus.
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