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Department VP Global Affairs - 506500 Career Area Administrative/Clerical Support Posting Open Date 06/09/2026 Application Deadline 06/28/2026 Position Type Temporary Staff (SHRA) Position Title Program Assistant for the Diplomacy Initiative Position Number 20076820 Vacancy ID S027628 Full-time/Part-time Full-Time Temporary Hours per week 40 Work Schedule
Work is on-site/in-person with weekend and evening work for event coverage
Position Location North Carolina, US Hiring Range $20.00 - $25.00 per hour Proposed Start Date 07/15/2026 Estimated Duration of Appointment 6 months or longer
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Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The Office of the Vice Provost for Global Affairs has primary responsibility for shaping and implementing the University's global strategy while supporting global activity across campus. The Office of the Vice Provost for Global Affairs includes Global Education, Global Partnerships, Global Research Institute, International Student and Scholar Services, Global Communications, The Duke-UNC Rotary Peace Center, and the Business Office/Unified Business Center.
Position Summary
The Program Assistant for Communication supports the Diplomacy Initiative, which is managed by UNC Global Affairs. The position helps deliver Diplomatic Discussions and other speaking engagements, as well as the CDF Lounge and Leaders/Readers Circles. Duties include: Preparing background and preparation materials for speakers and campus partners; managing run-of-show documents for events; maintaining the CDF Lounge; coordinating with the Special Advisor to the Vice Provost and Executive Assistant to the Vice Provost on various events and programs; and other duties as assigned. This position is supervised by the Associate Director for Communication and Special Advisor to the Vice Provost in the Office of the Vice Provost for Global Affairs.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
Management Preferences
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Ability to move up to 20lbs. with or without accommodation.
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
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