Description
The U.S. Mission to Zimbabwe is seeking applications for the 2020/2021 EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program. The program aims to assist highly qualified students who are likely to be awarded full financial aid from U.S. colleges and universities but lack the financial resources to cover the up-front costs of required standardized admission tests, application fees, international and domestic airfare, visa fees, SEVIS fees, and settling-in allowance. The grantee will work in coordination with the Public Affairs Sections Harare to administer the Opportunity Funds and manage two phases of the EducationUSA advising process for 2020-2021.
Key aspects of the job include:
• Coordinating and paying for qualified prospective students to take standardized tests
• Providing logistical support for advising sessions for Opportunity Fund Program students
• Managing travel logistics for approximately 15-20 students, including visa and SEVIS fees, international airfare, domestic airfare, settling-in allowance, and other related expenses
• Demonstrating an ability to effectively handle funds, coordinate logistics, and finalize payments in a timely manner
• Promoting U.S. higher education opportunities for high-achieving, financially disadvantaged Zimbabwean students