International Programs Officer - The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine

Join the HJF Team!

HJF is seeking International Programs Officer who will lead the development, establishment, and implementation of the USU International Programs Office in the Office of the Vice President for External Affairs in support of the University's broader objectives. This role plays a critical part in ensuring effective management of international partnerships and alignment with strategic goals.

This position will be in support of the Office of the Vice President for External Affairs.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

International Programs Office and Defense Institute of Medical Operations

• Develops organizational constructs and operational plans for USU International Programs and security cooperation efforts.
• Coordinates resource requirements and program delivery across the USU community.
• Establishes and maintains the International Student Management Section to support security cooperation objectives, student services, and engagement initiatives.Assesses and supports the integration of the Defense Institute of Medical Operations (DIMO) within USU, aligning its mission with USU centers and external stakeholders.
• Evaluates organizational structures, funding streams, and program scope to ensure effective operations.

Security Cooperation and International Partner Nation Relationship Development

• Administers USU’s international education and training initiatives, aligning them with Military Article and Services List (MASL) requirements and International Military Education and Training (IMET) programs.
• Facilitates bilateral and multilateral partnerships with international counterparts through agreements, exchanges, and other arrangements.
• Participates in forums and meetings related to security cooperation and international education, ensuring alignment with Department of Defense and Combatant Command priorities.
• Identifies and advances opportunities for collaboration and international engagement to support USU’s strategic goals.

International Student Enrollment and Administration

• Coordinates international student activities, including enrollment, rotations, training, and fellowships in coordination
  with academic departments.

• Develops timelines, guidance and procedures for international student participation, ensuring compliance with Department of Defense policies.

• Designs and delivers preparatory and field study programs to support international students’ integration and educational success.

• Assists students and their families with various administrative and logistical needs, ensuring a seamless transition to USU.

Data Analytics

• Collects, processes, and analyzes data related to the International Students and Military Operations (ISMO) program, ensuring data accuracy and utility.

• Conducts assessments to evaluate program effectiveness, track trends, and inform decision-making.

• Maintains records of international engagements and synthesizes information to provide updates for leadership and stakeholders.

• Coordinates complex projects and initiatives that advance international programs and partnerships.
• Ensures alignment of all international activities with USU’s institutional priorities and strategic goals.
• Supports collaborative efforts with internal and external stakeholders to promote the international programs mission. Also, will help develop cross cutting metrics and provide required support across the Vice President for External Affairs Department.

Supervisory Responsibilities 

• Direct Supervisor: Direct authority to make decisions on the following: employee hiring, disciplinary action, starting salaries and merit increases; conduct employee performance evaluations and directs work activities.

Education and Experience

• Master’s Degree required in education (Med) preferred, or MPH with CHES or other education and/or health science related degree. Doctoral degree in education or EEd preferred, or other education or disaster medicine or public health related degree preferred.
• 9-10 years experience required.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• The position requires comprehensive knowledge of international education, training programs, and security cooperation, including Military Article and Services List (MASL) and International Military Education and Training (IMET) frameworks. It demands expertise in organizational design and operational planning, with the ability to coordinate resources and manage complex initiatives within academic and defense institutions.

• A strong understanding of Department of Defense priorities, Combatant Command objectives, and policies for bilateral and multilateral partnerships is essential.

  The role requires proficiency in data collection, analysis, and reporting to evaluate program effectiveness, track trends, and inform decision- making. Knowledge of international student management systems, including policies and procedures for enrollment, rotations, and compliance, is critical. Strategic planning skills are necessary to align international programs with organizational goals, alongside the ability to build and maintain relationships with international counterparts and diverse stakeholders.

• Project management capabilities are essential for planning, tracking, and executing initiatives to ensure successful and timely outcomes. Analytical thinking is required to assess program scope, funding streams, and overall effectiveness, using data-driven insights for continuous improvement. The role involves cross-cultural communication skills for engaging global partners and addressing international student needs effectively.

• Adaptability is key to managing evolving priorities and institutional requirements, while ensuring compliance with Department of Defense policies on security cooperation and international education. The role also involves integrating objectives of the Defense Institute of Medical Operations (DIMO) with USU centers and external stakeholders. Strong oversight skills are needed to ensure the efficiency of international initiatives while maintaining stakeholder satisfaction and adherence to mission objectives.

• Lastly, the position requires collaborative abilities to work with internal and external teams, including academic departments, international organizations, and Department of Defense representatives, to advance strategic goals effectively. This combination of expertise, strategic capability, and interpersonal skills ensures the successful fulfillment of the role's essential functions.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a T1/Public Trust background check.

Work Environment

• This position will take place primarily in an office setting.
• This position requires on-site work at USU and is not compatible with remote work.

Compensation 

• The annual salary range for this position is $100,500-$150,000. Actual salary will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

Benefits

• HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer. 

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.