Please note that the job description below is a summary of expectations. The work throughout the term may vary based on schedule, company requirements and students´ needs. Further questions will be addressed in the interview.
STUDENT SERVICES & Custom Program ASSISTANT DUTIES
* Conduct on-site orientation to Worldstrides students upon arrival to inform them about all aspects of the program including housing, health and safety issues, academic considerations, and local culture.
* Assist students with integration into the local culture, and provide them with information and advice about opportunities for cultural enrichment.
* Organise and accompany students on Worldstrides excursions, activities, guest lectures, and social events. Weekend travel is required.
* Manage logistical operations and administrative tasks such as: making hotel reservations, arranging tours and cultural visits, coordinating group transportation.
* Coordinate student housing and assist students with any issues that may arise related to their housing.
* Provide on call support for students for emergencies on rotation with other colleagues. i.e answering phones, attending to student inquiries and updating incident reports as and when required
TRAVEL
This position is based in Dublin, Ireland. Travel to other locations and around Ireland may be required through work with organisations, students, and programs. Travel can include weekdays and weekends.
Key Qualities
* International Education Experience: Background in international education with a passion for working with college students.
* Leadership & Independence: Strong leadership skills; capable of working autonomously while contributing effectively to a team.
* Professional Collaboration: Skilled at engaging confidently and positively with students, employers, and local organizations.
* Flexibility & Adaptability: Able to adjust to varying schedules, locations, and responsibilities as workload demands.
* Communication Excellence: Effective verbal and written communicator, articulate, and diplomatic in diverse settings.
* Initiative & Resilience: Proactive, efficient under pressure, and adaptable to evolving job requirements.
* Personal Attributes: Self-motivated, quick learner, detail-oriented, friendly, confident, and culturally competent across multiple environments.
* Analytical Strengths: Critical thinker with strong analytical and systems-oriented approach.
* Technical Proficiency: Experienced with Office 365, CRM/Student Tracking Systems, SurveyMonkey, Google Drive, Schoology, Facebook, and Microsoft Office; quick to learn new technologies.
* Innovative Mindset: Solutions-oriented with entrepreneurial spirit; creative, resourceful, and tenacious.
* Organizational Expertise: Strong organizational skills with proven ability to create clear, accurate reports.
QUALIFICATIONS
* English language – Fluent
* Knowledge of Irish culture and business practices
* Applicants must be able to lawfully accept and retain employment in Ireland at the time of the offer of employment ( no visa assistance is provided ).
* Tourism, Sales, Business, HR, PR, International Education, Education experience/degree preferred.
* Experience living, working or studying in the United States or experience working with American students or businesses.
* Willing to work odd hours and weekends, as required.
* Experience working with students, particularly leading groups of students OR extensive experience in planning and organizing events, groups, and/or programmes.
Job Types: Full-time
Schedule:
· 8 hour shift,10am-6pm
· Monday to Friday
· Weekend availability (FLEXITIME)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent (Other options also available)
Benefits:
Work from home
Per diem on days worked away from site
Work Computer
· Application question(s):
While this job is mostly remote and there is no Dublin office you will be expected to perform in person activities with students, professors, and clients in person close to Dublin city center. It is therefore essential that you can commute to the city or live close by.
Is this something that is feasible for you?
Work Location: Remote
Expected start date: 01/01/2026
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: €27,000.00-€30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Flexitime
* Work from home
Language:
* English (required)
Work authorisation:
* Ireland (required)
Willingness to travel:
* 50% (preferred)
Work Location: In person