Outreach Coordinator - European Union Center

College of Liberal Arts & Sciences

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

The European Union Center in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is searching for an Outreach Coordinator to develop, implement, and assess the European Union Center (EUC) programming and public events. The incumbent will represent the EUC, a Jean Monnet Center of Excellence (JMCE), to external and internal constituencies and
fulfill the JMCE grant's outreach work. The coordinator will develop and provide programs for diverse constituents, including University of Illinois faculty and students, K-16 educators and students, the business community, media, government officials, and the general public. The coordinator will develop new programs and leverage existing programs with high school students to serve as recruitment tools for the EUC academic programs and increase the EUC profile through additional recruiting
opportunities. The coordinator will also serve as the EUC internship coordinator and develop and administer an internship program for EUC students.

Duties & Responsibilities

Manage EUC’s campus, K-16, and community programs and projects under the direction of the Associate Director, with primary responsibility for logistical planning and coordinating speakers, conferences, workshops, and public events to fulfill the EUC mission and the Jean Monnet Center of Excellence grant’s scope of work. Travel domestically and internationally to meet with constituents and attend events.
Recruit students at high school and university events and develop new recruiting avenues. Develop and administer the EUC internship program. Travel to recruiting events. Travel to meet with internship partners. Lead student career exploration trips.
Manage EUC's communication channels, including listservs, electronic newsletters, websites, and social media, primarily targeted to constituencies and partners on campus, and at local, national, and international levels. Develop a recruitment communication plan. Collaborate with the IGI Communications Coordinator to ensure all communications adhere to college and university brand guidelines and meet accessibility standards
Serve as EUC fellowship coordinator. Coordinate application submissions, application reviews, and award notifications.
Initiate new programs and events for EUC's internal and external constituencies and participate in long-range planning and goal-setting activities for the Center.
Develop and organize events and curriculum development programs for K-16 educators and students.
Assist the Associate Director with budgeting, proposals and reporting to funding agencies, and with other administrative tasks of the Center.
Collaborate with faculty and staff across Illinois Global Institute (IGI) to design, coordinate, and implement joint outreach activities.
Other duties as assigned to further the mission of the Center.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree.

A total of one (1) year (12 months) of education, training, and/or work experience in communications, outreach, or program development in a higher education, K through 12 education or teaching, nonprofit/NGO, or international organization settings

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in humanities, social sciences, or in a field related to the position.

Work experience in communications, outreach, or program development within higher education, K–12, nonprofit/NGO, or international organization settings, with an emphasis on European studies, international work, living or study experience.

Student recruiting experience at the college level.

Successful Candidates Will Have

Strong professional social media experience
Ability to communicate and work effectively with a broad range of audiences, including faculty, staff, students, and community partners
Ability to make effective and engaging public presentations
Strong computer skills including Microsoft office and website management
Proven organizational talents, with attention to detail required to organize high-profile events
Demonstrated ability to assume responsibility and work independently with minimum guidance
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 5002 - Program Coordinator position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the deadline date. The budgeted salary range for the position is $50,000 to $53,000. Final salary offered will be determined by a thorough assessment of available market data, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications, collective bargaining agreements, and budget constraints. Hybrid work options may be available for this position after an initial on-site training period, with the ability to be on-site at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus as needed per the University’s Workplace Flexibility policy. Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position.

For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on May 20th, 2026. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact [email protected]. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

The
University of Illinois must also comply with applicable federal export control
laws and regulations and, as such, reserves the right to employ restricted
party screening procedures for applicants.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodation portal, or by contacting the Office for Access & Equity at 217-333-0885, option #1, or [email protected].

Requisition ID: 1032783
Job Category: Professional and Administrative
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu