My position was ‘project coordinator’ abroad, but I managed 10 people. Is this management?

Issues related to managerial experience are quite important, especially in immigration processes to the United States, such as the EB-1 visa, which requires proof of relevant achievements and, in some cases, leadership positions. The EB-1 aims to recognize trajectories of excellence, and the details of the functions performed can make all the difference in the case classification.

In your case, the position of ‘project coordinator’ alone does not necessarily define a managerial role. However, if you managed a team of 10 people, this indicates that there was significant leadership and coordination responsibility, characteristics that can be considered managerial.

It is important to pay attention to the set of your daily duties: if, in addition to supervising the team, you also played an active role in decision making, strategic planning, performance evaluation, and implementation of guidelines, these elements can strengthen the argument that your experience meets the managerial requirements demanded for some processes, including under the EB-1 categories.

Each case is evaluated individually, and the documentation proving the activities performed – such as reference letters, contracts, and detailed job descriptions – can be essential to demonstrate the level of responsibility and the impact of your work.

Always emphasize the need to provide accurate and detailed information, following United States immigration laws. It is crucial to stress the importance of rigorously following immigration rules, seeking specialized advice through qualified professionals, and staying attentive to reliable information to avoid pitfalls and unrealistic promises.

Through this cautious and well-founded approach, the analysis of your profile will have greater chances of success according to the criteria required in this type of immigration process.

Victoria Harper

Editor-in-Chief

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Leading journalism and editorial content at Visto n’ Visa, Victoria helps make immigration topics clear, trustworthy, and easy to understand. Her focus is on delivering useful, human, and relevant content for people exploring new paths abroad.