Overview
The School for Field Studies (SFS), the leading provider of international environmental field-based studies, seeks a dynamic and experienced professional to join our Institutional Relations team. As the SFS representative to colleges and universities in your region, you will engage with US-based staff, global field centers, and partner institutions to promote SFS’s mission. This role plays a key part in driving institutional partnerships and student enrollment, with a strong focus on collaborating with Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Minority-Serving Institutions (MSIs) to support and increase diversity in our programs.
Qualifications:
Minimum of 5 years of experience in institutional relations, study abroad, or a multicultural/diversity office at a U.S. college or university, with a strong focus on developing partnerships with HBCUs and MSIs.
Educational background in environmental studies, biology, life sciences, or familiarity with SFS programs.
Required Skills:
Demonstrated success in new partnership development and student recruitment within higher education, especially within underrepresented groups.
Exceptional public speaking, interpersonal, and organizational skills, with experience working across departments such as study abroad offices, multicultural centers, and risk management.
Familiarity with Salesforce CRM or similar systems for managing partner relationships and enrollment data.
Ability and willingness to travel extensively within the U.S.
About The School for Field Studies
OUR VISION
SFS envisions a world where each of us is a responsible steward of the environment and where society is grounded in the understanding that all life, including humankind, is deeply intertwined. We envision a world where all people have access to clean air, clean water, nutritious food, and the other essential services of a healthy ecosystem – now and for all future generations to come.
Young people are the future. We believe that in order to achieve our vision and solve our world’s biggest challenges, we must train and educate the next generation of leaders to think critically, act compassionately, and work collaboratively – our diversity is our strength. Climate change and other social and environmental threats are daunting, but we will be ready.
