Associated Students AS

Applying for positions within Office of the Vice President of Academic Affairs

Position(s)

  • Director of Programs and Initiatives

Director of Programs and Initiatives

 

About Associated Students

 

The Associated Students of the University of California, San Diego are the elected and appointed representatives of the UC San Diego student body. The ASUCSD works to promote student engagement through its services and leadership opportunities. The ASUCSD seeks to foster a cohesive community through active interaction and communication with students, the administration, and the greater San Diego Community. Our mission is to facilitate and encourage students to grow and develop through their involvement in student government, its services, and auxiliaries. We promote student engagement in all areas of campus life through leadership, advocacy, and service in order to build and strengthen our community.

 

About the Office of the Vice President of Academic Affairs

The Office of the Vice President of Academic Affairs is the center of academic advocacy within the Associated Students of UC San Diego. Led by the Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs, the office works to ensure student voices are represented in decisions around curriculum, advising, faculty relations, and academic policy.

Staff members support this mission by serving as liaisons between students, faculty, and administrators, addressing academic concerns, and promoting resources that enhance student learning. The office’s directors and coordinators manage internal operations, build external partnerships, and advance projects that improve the academic experience for all undergraduates.

By working in the Office of the Vice President of Academic Affairs, students gain hands-on experience in academic advocacy, project management, and outreach while developing professional skills in communication, leadership, and collaboration. Together, the team fosters a supportive and effective academic environment that empowers students and strengthens their success at UC San Diego.

 

Director of Programs and Initiatives

Compensation: $60/week for 25 weeks
Hours: Approximately 10–15 hours per week

Position Description


The Director of Programs and Initiatives is responsible for developing, coordinating, and executing programs and initiatives that advance the mission of the Office of the Vice President of Academic Affairs. This includes organizing academic events, workshops, and campaigns that connect students with resources, foster academic success, and highlight advocacy efforts. The Director of Programs and Initiatives plays a central role in ensuring that the office’s projects are impactful, accessible, and responsive to student needs.

The Director works closely with the Vice President of Academic Affairs, Associate Vice President of Internal Affairs, Director of External Affairs, Directors of Academic Divisions, and other members of the team to plan and implement initiatives that support student learning and engagement.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and coordinate academic programs, workshops, and campaigns that serve the student body
     

  • Lead the planning, logistics, and execution of office-wide initiatives and events
     

  • Collaborate with student organizations, campus partners, and faculty to promote academic resources and opportunities
     

  • Assess student needs and identify areas for new programming and initiatives
     

  • Support outreach and advocacy efforts through program development and implementation
     

  • Track and evaluate the effectiveness of programs to ensure continuous improvement
     

  • Assist in office-wide projects and collaborate with other Associated Students offices as needed
     

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