Adviser, EducationUSA (Delhi)

Reports to: Senior Program Officer
Employment Grade: Grade 8

About the United States–India Educational Foundation (USIEF)

The United States–India Educational Foundation, established in 1950, promotes educational exchange between the U.S. and India. For more information, visit www.usief.org.in. About EducationUSA

About EducationUSA
EducationUSA is a program supported by the U.S. Department of State that provides accurate, current, comprehensive information on U.S. higher education opportunities to students through its advising centers. It is the official source of information on U.S. higher education. For more information, visit educationusa.in and educationusa.state.gov

Position Overview

The EducationUSA Adviser at USIEF New Delhi provides impartial advice on U.S. higher educational opportunities, assisting students with program research, financial aid, U.S. university application process and its components as well as pre-departure preparation. EducationUSA Adviser is responsible for coordinating educational advising programs and leading presentations on U.S. higher education topics, while managing outreach initiatives across India under the supervision of the Senior Program Officer and with guidance from the Senior Adviser, to promote awareness and access to these opportunities. This role also involves supporting data-driven decision-making through CRM platforms and assisting the Senior Program Officer in agency liaison and marketing campaign management.

Key Responsibilities

• Student Advising and Virtual Programming: Offer guidance on the U.S. admissions process, including application requirements, financial aid, choosing among admission offers and pre-departure preparation. Conduct one-on-one sessions, group advising, and webinars. Outreach Programs: Deliver educational advising programs to raise awareness of U.S. higher education. Engage in education fairs, workshops, and high school or college talks across assigned regions. Networking: Build relationships with U.S. and Indian educational institutions to coordinate outreach activities.
• Research and Content Development: Stay informed on educational trends, support content creation for advising materials, and serve as a resource on the Indian educational system for U.S. institutions.
• Marketing and Digital Campaigns: Assist the Senior Program Officer and Senior Adviser in liaising with external agencies and managing key marketing campaigns. This includes supporting digital marketing initiatives, social media management, and search engine optimization (SEO) to enhance EducationUSA’s outreach.
• CRM and Reporting: Utilize CRM platforms (e.g., Salesforce) for reporting, data tracking, and insight generation to optimize student engagement and advising strategies. Ensure accurate record-keeping of student interactions and program impact.
• Event Coordination: Support the Senior Program Officer and Senior Adviser in executing logistical aspects of events, including venue arrangements and promotional materials.
• Library and Resources Management: Source and recommend new resources to support the EducationUSA library.
• Reporting and Administrative Support: Contribute to monthly reporting, database management, and manage the front desk on a rotational basis.
• Center Management: In the absence of a senior adviser, support the Senior Program Officer in center management and planning key strategic programming for the region.

Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline; preference for a U.S. university degree.

Experience: Minimum of two years of relevant work experience, particularly in student advising or education.

Skills and Competencies

• High level proficiency in English
• Knowledge of U.S. and Indian higher education systems
• Strong public speaking, advising, and organizational skills
• Experience in digital marketing, social media management, and SEO.
• Familiarity with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce) for reporting, data management, and insight generation.
• Ability to liaise with external agencies and support marketing campaign execution.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a commitment to cross-cultural exchange

Additional Requirements
This full-time position requires extensive travel and may involve evening and weekend work.

Application Process:
Please complete the USIEF Employment Form and send it along with a CV and cover letter (as a single pdf attachment) to hr@usief.org.in with “Application for the Position of EducationUSA Adviser (Delhi)” in the subject line.

Deadline: The deadline for applications is April 03, 2025 by 23:59 hrs. (IST).

Important note: Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend an in-person interview in Delhi.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO)
USIEF is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants.