Administrative Positions

Development Coordinator

Department: Office of Development

Contract type: Full-time

Job location: Glendale, CA, USA


Organizational Profile:

he American University of Armenia (AUA) http://www.aua.am is a private institution of higher learning located in Yerevan, Armenia. AUA is affiliated with the University of California and is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission, 985 Atlantic Avenue, #100, Alameda, CA 94501, 510.748.9001. Students are admitted from Armenia and internationally.

Founded in 1991 to provide American style graduate education, AUA also launched an undergraduate program in fall 2013. Currently it offers 12 Master’s and 9 Bachelor’s degree programs. AUA includes several research centers, a vibrant Extension  Program, and community outreach programs providing continuing education for adults and professional development throughout Armenia.

The American University of Armenia Corporation (AUAC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with an office in Glendale, California. AUAC provides academic and fiscal oversight to AUA’s operations and serves as the vehicle for philanthropic support of the enterprise. AUA revenues come from a combination of sources, including tuition, operations, endowment income, grants, and private philanthropy. AUA is committed to an admission policy that is merit-based and provides tuition support to students based upon need.

 Position Purpose:

Under the guidance of the Director of Development, the Development Coordinator will provide a number of administrative duties in support of the Office of Development’s fundraising programs through accurate database management, reporting, communications, research, event planning and various day-to-day activities.

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CBE Exam Proctor

Department: Manoogian Simone College of Business and Economics (CBE)

Contract type: Service contract

Job location: Yerevan, the capital of the Republic of Armenia

Application deadline: 07/17/2025


AUA College of Business and Economics is hiring Exam proctors.

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Nurse-Coordinator

Department: AUA Facilities, Services and Events

Contract type: Full-time

Job location: Yerevan, the capital of the Republic of Armenia

Application deadline: 07/21/2025


Description

The Nurse is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the AUA Clinic located on campus. Key responsibilities include the consistent application of the nursing process and effective communication in patient care and health promotion. The Nurse provides health counseling, health education, and emergency care services to AUA faculty, staff, students, and visitors.

Clinic management duties include maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment, organizing clinical appointments, assisting the physician during consultations, securely managing patient records, and providing referrals as needed.

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Director of Extension

Department: AUA Extension

Contract type: Full-time

Job location: Yerevan, the capital of the Republic of Armenia


Description

The American University of Armenia (AUA) seeks a forward-thinking and creative academic  administrator to be the next Director of Extension (EP). The position reports to the Provost. 

The Extension Program is the outreach arm of AUA, serving the lifelong learning needs of individuals of all ages and backgrounds, including professionals and employees of corporations, the government, and non-governmental organizations. EP offers a comprehensive range of courses and certificate programs, including language classes, professional development courses, and test preparation classes. EP designs tailored corporate programs and implements outreach initiatives. EP is also a testing center, administering international tests for college and university applicants, as well as those seeking professional certification. Through centers in Yerevan, Gyumri, Vanadzor, Dilijan, Yeghegnadzor, Goris, and Kapan, EP serves the needs of local communities throughout Armenia. EP provides fee-based education, as well as tailored sponsored programs for thousands of enrolled students. 

Building on the solid foundation of EP, the Director is expected to reimagine and facilitate the development of the next phase of the Extension Program. S/He must have demonstrable experience in building and growing university extension, continuing education, or similar programs at a leadership level. The successful candidate must demonstrate a thorough understanding of current best practices in Extension.  A graduate degree is required.

The Director is expected to be a strategic thinker with an entrepreneurial approach to create, envision, and take calculated risks. S/He must be a collaborative and tactful leader to integrate EP programs with academic programs across the university. S/He needs to be an agile and adaptive manager to solve problems, make decisions, and inspire individuals and groups, along the way. The Director is also expected to have financial and operational acumen to oversee a dedicated staff, manage funder relations, and ensure the sound management of the Program’s finances. The Director is expected to visit and oversee the EP sites in the regions, as needed.    

This is a unique position that enables the successful candidate to contribute to the advancement of Armenia in a most meaningful way.

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