Director for International Programs

  Peru

• Cusco: 
Cusco

Length of Position: 18 months
Dates: Open

Description: * Responsibilities:
- This person is responsible for managing and developing Máximo Nivel's international programs. These programs include TEFL/TESOL Certification, the Native Spanish Program, and the Volunteer & Internship program. This person is also directly involved in administering Máximo Nivel's non-profit activities.

- This person is responsible for business development of Maximo Nivel's international programs, and is directly responsible for increasing matriculation into the international programs.

This includes:
- Sales and service to program participants
- Finding new channel partners
- Developing partnerships with universities in the U.S, Canada, Australia, the UK, and EU
- Online and print advertising

- This person is responsible for providing information and descriptions about Máximo Nivel's programs including advantages and benefits of programs, and pre-departure information.

- This person is in charge of all participant management.

This includes:
- Airport pick-up
- Orientation & Welcome
- Site visits and problem-solving
- Coordinating donations and aid
- Travel details (arrival, hotel, etc.)
- Flight suggestions and visa information

- This person works to find and develop new volunteer and internship projects, improve international programs, sell tourism services, and ensure after-program service and relationship management with all program participants.

- This person is directly involved in partner management and service. This includes regular communication with both international and local partners to ensure Máximo Nivel maintains these partnerships, provides timely and professional communication and ensures partner satisfaction and trust level.

- This person is responsible for finding and organizing appropriate housing for international program participants including family-stays and apartments. This includes finding host families and briefing them on service expected, food, hygiene etc.

There are several reports that this person must generate on a regular basis using Microsoft Excel: Monthly program registration, "Spanish & Beds," weekly Spanish class schedule, and participant feedback summary. This person is also responsible for invoices, payments, collections and basic reporting to the Accounting Department.

- This person works Monday - Friday (7am to 7pm) with 2 hours for lunch; and on an as needed basis during peak times of the year. Saturdays and/or Sundays are required 2-3 times per month in order to greet incoming participants or solve participant problems.

* Qualities:
- This person must be Extremely client service oriented.
- This person must be focused on results--increasing program matriculation, service to partners, and participant satisfaction.
- This person must speak both fluent English and fluent Spanish.
- This person must have excellent computer skills including Word and Excel.
- Must know how to lead and manage a group of young professionals.
- Must be client service savvy, with a passion for getting it right.
- Strong daily management and strategic planning skills.
- Must have a energy level and strong work ethic.
- Must be computer and web/internet fluent.

Highlights: This is an executive team level position in a fast-growing international organization. Salary may appear low by North American and European standards, but is very competitive in Peru. This position is eligible for both monthly and annual bonuses.

Qualifications:
* Bachelors Degree
* MBA or Masters Degree preferred
* Minimum 3 years professional experience, preferably in a business setting
* Minimum 1 year managing a professional team
* Fluent Spanish language skills required

Minimum Education: Bachelors

Salary / Pay: USD 1,000 to USD 1,500 per month, plus bonus. Salary is paid in Nuevo Soles (Peruvian currency). Additional monthly and annual bonuses also apply

Experience Required: yes

Minimum 3 years professional experience. Minimum 1 year managing a professional team

This Program is open to American, Australian, Canadian, European, Kiwi and South African Participants.

Participants Travel to Peru Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Letters of Reference
• Phone Interview
• Resume

Post Services Include:

• Job and Internship Network

Maximo Nivel's Mission Statement: Maximo Nivel specializes in intensive language and international-experiential living and work programs. With offices in Costa Rica, Peru, and the United States, we offer some of the most exciting and diverse destinations available. We are committed to providing all of our clients and participants the highest level of service and the strongest language, culture, and adventure programs in the world. We offer the following fully-accredited programs: TEFL/TESOL Certification, Native Spanish Program, and Volunteer & Internship programs.

Year Founded: 2003