Education Program Coordinator

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Career progression

Community education projects

Professional development

Supportive team

Job summary

Placements24 in Queenstown is seeking a detail-oriented Education Program Coordinator to manage and support a range of educational initiatives. You will plan, execute, and monitor programs, coordinate with stakeholders, manage logistics, and track progress to ensure objectives are met.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, have at least 3 years in program coordination, and demonstrate strong organizational, communication, and stakeholder-relations skills, with a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Sciences, Project Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in program coordination or management, preferably in the education sector.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience working with community-based education projects in Queenstown or similar areas is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the planning, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs and workshops.
• Manage program logistics, including scheduling, venue arrangements, and participant registration.
• Liaise with internal teams, external partners, and educators to ensure program objectives are met.
• Develop and maintain program documentation, budgets, and progress reports.
• Assist in the recruitment and training of program facilitators and volunteers.
• Provide support to program participants and address any logistical or administrative queries.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Stakeholder liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences

Bachelor's degree in Project Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Education Program Coordinator to manage and support various educational initiatives within their organization in Queenstown . This role involves the planning, execution, and monitoring of educational programs, ensuring they run smoothly and achieve their intended objectives. You will be responsible for coordinating with stakeholders, managing logistics, tracking progress, and ensuring effective communication across all program activities. The ideal candidate is organized, possesses strong project management skills, and has a passion for education and community development within the Eastern Cape region.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the planning, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs and workshops.
• Manage program logistics, including scheduling, venue arrangements, and participant registration.
• Liaise with internal teams, external partners, and educators to ensure program objectives are met.
• Develop and maintain program documentation, budgets, and progress reports.
• Assist in the recruitment and training of program facilitators and volunteers.
• Provide support to program participants and address any logistical or administrative queries.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Sciences, Project Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in program coordination or management, preferably in the education sector.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience working with community-based education projects in Queenstown or similar areas is an advantage.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Full-time position with clear career progression pathways.
• Opportunities to work on impactful community education projects.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• A supportive team environment focused on making a difference in education.