International Program Manager

Location: Albany, NY Category: Professional Positions Job Type: Full-time Posted On: Thu May 7 2026 Job Description:

The International Program Manager for the Office of Global Affairs (OGA) is responsible for the day-to-day oversight, administration, and coordination of international strategic partnership initiatives of OGA in support of the Vice Chancellor for Global Affairs. This position interacts daily with key stakeholders across the SUNY system as well as with OGA staff and colleagues Academic Affairs and ORIED. This position reports to the Vice Chancellor for Global Affairs.

Duties Include

• Utilize project management principles and skills to ensure delivery of key strategic initiatives and programs on behalf of the Vice Chancellor for Global Affairs.
• Work collaboratively with functional areas within SUNY System Administration, SUNY campuses, the SUNY Research Foundation, and all related entities to ensure timely completion of key priorities.
• Provide comparative analysis of federal and state policies for the US and international targeted countries.
• Develop and maintain a policy matrix for SUNY policy compliance to state and federal regulations
• Review SUNY policies and make recommendations for updates and revisions.
• Support the development of data analytics and forecasting through public repositories for research outputs, e.g., publications, awards, innovation, etc.
• Collaborate with the SUNY campus leadership and international offices to help organize appropriate committee meetings, including coordinating meeting agenda, minutes, slides, and other pre-meeting materials.
• Liaise and coordinate with NYS agencies as needed on international projects, e.g., Empire State Development and The Netherlands.
• Manage complex scheduling initiatives for internal and stakeholder engagement, including long-term planning, with the ability to use significant discretion in execution.
• Coordinate the management of office and program logistics for partnership meetings and events attended by or hosted by OGA, including all necessary travel arrangements and budgetary reconciliation.
• Assist in the research of key issues in developing briefing materials for review by senior leadership in support of strategic research partnership initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Work may require flexible hours, evenings, and weekends in order to support the operational needs of the office.
  
  

Job Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

The Successful Candidate Will Possess

• A Bachelor's degree and at least three years of demonstrated success working with a high degree of independence in a complex, multi-faceted organization.
• Considerable knowledge of project management processes and excellent written and oral communication skills.
• The ability to use independent judgement and maintain confidentiality.
• A demonstrated commitment to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree
• Project management certification or such equivalency
• International work, study, or living experience.
  
  

Additional Information

• Salary is dependent on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, experience, education, training, and certifications. The range for this position is $68,000 - $80,000 annually.
• Excellent Benefit Package which includes: NYS health insurance, free dental and vision coverage, competitive retirement options, tuition assistance, parental leave at full pay, and generous vacation, sick, and holiday time. 13 days of paid holidays per year; 21 days of vacation, and 21 days of sick time accrued each year. Please see our MC benefits summary for additional information.
• Management/Confidential appointments work under the leadership and discretion of the appointing authority and are not represented by a union.
• This position will be based in Albany, NY.
  
  

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.

SUNY System Administration Benefits

SUNY System Administration provides an outstanding and comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family through the many life changes you may experience while you work for SUNY. Our nationally recognized benefits include:

• Retirement: The choice between a fully funded pension plan and a self-driven defined contribution plan, along with two supplemental plans to increase your ability to save for retirement.
• Health Insurance: Several health insurance options at an affordable cost that provide full coverage without mandatory deductibles.
• Time Off: Paid time off with separate vacation and sick leave accruals up to 21 days a year for each category.
• Additional paid leave policy options for childbirth, adoption, elder care, and other family care situations.
• Explore our full benefits offerings here: www.suny.edu/benefits