Program Assistant, School of Politcs, Economics & Global Affairs

Why IE University?

Every story begins with a purpose, and ours has always been about people. Founded in 1973, IE University has continuously raised the bar to drive positive change through education. We believe education is more than a path to professional success; it is a catalyst for personal transformation and meaningful impact. 

At IE University, we place people and their potential at the center of everything we do, empowering individuals to become extraordinary. We encourage bold thinking and foster a culture where innovation, curiosity, and courage lead to real-world impact. Together, we create an environment where talent thrives, and ideas shape the future. 

Our mission 

We support students in developing impact skills to live and lead with positive impact. This ignites a ripple effect: We transform people, who then transform others, systems, society, and, ultimately, our world.  

Our Purpose

To foster positive change.  

Values  

1. Cultivate the humanistic approach.  
2. Empower your entrepreneurial spirit 
3. Cherish the diversity of people, mind, and experience 
4. Drive innovation with a proactive mindset

• Support students and professors on a daily basis.
• Manage a high volume of e-mails and respond on time to student queries.
• Liaise and coordinate with other departments (Registrar, Planning, IT…) on a wide range of administrative issues.
• Process internal expense reports and monitor budget.
• Compile and update databases with student information.
• Manage the logistics of the program, including events, organization of extracurricular activities (simulations, visits, etc.) and travel arrangements.
• Analyze existing data-gathering systems and procedures to support their improvement and the development of new ones.
• Understand the program’s timelines in order to work proactively and independently on the delivery of tasks.
• Travel coordination for students, faculty and staff of the department.
• Prepare summaries of meetings with stakeholders that help the team know what actions to focus on to improve programs.
• Prepare communications for students and candidates aligned with the School’s mission and goals.

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• 0-2 years of experience.
• Fluency in Spanish and English, and good communication skills (verbal and written).
• A track-record of customer interface, excellent organization skills, and a “can-do attitude”.
• Ability to research, analyze and present material clearly and concisely
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Powerpoint).
• Curious, open to learn and with team-working skills.
• Strong desire to work in a multicultural environment.
• Candidates must possess a valid EU work permit.
• Ability to deal with complex requests and have objective criteria according to the Institution’s policies.