Program Development and Grant Writing Assistant

The International Writing Program (IWP) began in 1967 as a way to bring together a wide range of international writers to examine current trends in world literature. 50 plus years later, the IWP's Fall Residency is the oldest and largest multinational residency in the world, having hosted over 1,600 writes from more than 160 nations at the University of Iowa- a major American research institution internationally renowned for its writing programs- and Iowa City, in part because of the IWP's presence, has been designated a UNESCO City of Literature.

The International Writing Program (IWP) seeks a part-time Program Development and Grant Writing Assistant to support the IWP, including but not limited to scheduling for the Fall Residency.

The Fall Residency is a 10-week long program for 20 + international writers to spend time in Iowa, writing, researching, and engaging in culturally significant activities. The writers will be in residence from August 19^th to October 28th, 2026. The Program Development and Grant Writing Assistant will work with the director and other staff on the events as well as novel programming throughout the year.

This is a year-long part-time position that will begin on or around August 1 and end on June 30, 2027.

Rate of pay: $20 per hour

Percent of time: 50%

Work Modality: On Campus

Required Qualifications:

* Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, SharePoint, Word, Excel, and Forms)

* Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

* Strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail

* Excellent ability to effectively communicate with individuals with varying levels of English proficiency

* Knowledge of the University of Iowa's graduate and undergraduate departments and campus spaces

* Comfortable engaging with a multicultural cohort of writers and artists

* Familiarity with the City of Iowa City and its literary community and culture

* Experience in creative writing, particularly from international and multidisciplinary contexts

* Experience in multicultural contexts

Desired Qualifications:

* Knowledge of University of Iowa policies, procedures, and regulations

* Knowledge of the University of Iowa's Office of Writing and Communication's mission and initiatives

Responsibilities:

* Assist the director for Fall Residency program events including panels, readings, special events, and other projects as assigned.

* Work with the Graduate Assistant and director on curricular changes and/or initiatives.

* Work with the director and other university partners to identify and pursue external funding opportunities.

* Research and/or measurement and evaluation projects as assigned by the director.

* Other projects as assigned