Student Retention Specialist
This role focuses on student retention by connecting with students to understand their needs and provide academic solutions.
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Fully remote
Per the ad.
Have the right to work in Spain
UNIR doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Doctorate
“Doctor/a en RRII o Ciencias Políticas; también Doctor en Derecho, Economía.” — per the ad.
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UNIR, a university leader in online education, is constantly seeking talented individuals for their development in the field of teaching and research.
If you are passionate about university education and its innovation through technology, this is your project. Join an institution in full growth and international expansion, made up of more than 5,000 professionals and with over ten years of experience that make it a benchmark in online higher education in Spanish.
We wish to incorporate into the Faculty of Law an Academic Coordinator for the Master's Degree in Intergovernmental Cooperation and International Organizations.
In accordance with the Academic Directorate, and with the support of the different cross-cutting departments of the University, the Academic Coordinator will contribute to the proper functioning and continuous improvement of the Faculty regarding academic management and coordination of processes affecting students and professors:
Promote the growth of the degree with the transversal departments.
Promote the institutional development of the degree through the signing of alliances, agreements, representation at conferences, and other dissemination events.
Implement common criteria regarding academic organization and teaching planning.
Compliance with the growth objectives of the degree.
Support in the selection process, talent search, and recruitment of candidates.
Coordinate the internal organization of the degree according to the guidelines of the Faculty.
Coordinate the update processes of the Faculty's information system.
Coordinate student service processes.
Maintain periodic communication with students, inform them, and incorporate their proposals.
Ensure the adaptation of teaching and services to needs.
Hold periodic faculty meetings with the teaching staff of the degree.
Address student incidents and those of the teaching staff.
Promote networking among students.
Participate in the design of annual improvement plans for the degree and drive their implementation.
Receive and channel improvement proposals.
Coordinate student satisfaction analysis.
Ensure continuous improvement and quality of the degree, following the academic excellence requirements of the University and the processes related to ANECA.
PhD in International Relations or Political Science; also PhD in Law, Economics.
Specialist in International Relations, Political Science, accredited through teaching/research career and/or professional practice in the field;
Professional experience in public administrations focused on cooperation and institutional relations with other governments, states and/or public administrations will be especially valued; as well as professional experience in international organizations of universal and/or regional scope in Europe and/or the Americas; and professional experience in any of the master's degree areas: public management, development cooperation, international trade, international politics, human rights, international law, security, defense, etc.
University teaching experience in related subjects and the ability to coordinate teaching highly oriented towards real cases.
Experience in academic management will be valued (coordination of degrees, quality committees, academic planning, faculty coordination).
International professional network and participation in forums/activities with institutions in the sector.
Residence in Spain.
UNIR (Universidad Internacional de La Rioja) is a leading online university headquartered in Logroño, Spain, offering a wide range of undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs. With a strong focus on digital education, UNIR has become one of the largest online universities in the Spanish-speaking world, serving tens of thousands of students across Spain, Latin America, and beyond. The university is part of the PROEDUCA group, which also includes other educational institutions, and employs a large team of academics, mentors, and administrative staff.
In Spain, UNIR has a significant presence with offices and operations in multiple cities, including Logroño, Madrid, and Barcelona. The university is known for its innovative approach to online learning, combining technology with personalized academic support. For international professionals, UNIR offers opportunities in teaching, academic coordination, product development, and technology roles, often in a remote-friendly environment. The work culture emphasizes flexibility, digital innovation, and a commitment to accessible education, making it an attractive option for those looking to contribute to the future of online learning.
The EDUCATIVO Group is firmly committed to equal opportunities and diversity, thereby creating an environment free from all discrimination.
UNIVERSIDAD INTERNACIONAL DE LA RIOJA, S.A.U. (hereinafter, "UNIR"), as an entity belonging to the PROEDUCA Group, will process the personal data you have provided in order to: manage your participation in selection processes, assess your profile and, if it fits other vacancies, share it with other companies in the Group.
The detailed information about the processing of your personal data is available in the legal text accompanying the registration form. You may revoke the consent given, as well as exercise the rights recognized in Articles 15 to 22 of Regulation (EU) 2016/679, by request addressed to Av. de la Paz, 137, 26006, Logroño, or to the following email address ppd@unir.net. If you wish, you can consult additional and detailed information about data protection at the following link.
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