Academic Programs Coordinator - Collegiate Learning (Hybrid)

Edconic; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Edconic is seeking an organized Academic Coordinator to support the development and delivery of Edconic’s short-term undergraduate programs on the Collegiate team in New York City. The ideal candidate combines strong academic administration with a student-focused approach and enthusiasm for experiential education.

The role involves coordinating syllabi, schedules, materials, and assessments, plus liaising with instructors and external partners to ensure high-quality delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience in higher education, international education, study abroad, or academic program administration.
• Strong academic administration, organization, and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple programs, deadlines, and priorities.
• Experience supporting the development and delivery of undergraduate or credit-bearing programs.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with confidence working with teaching staff, students, academic partners, and external contributors.
• Ability to take ownership of projects, proactively solve problems, and work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Student-focused approach and commitment to delivering high-quality, engaging educational experiences.
• Experience supporting teaching staff, academic materials, guest speakers, site visits, or experiential learning.
• Proficiency with digital and administrative systems, including Microsoft Office/Google Workspace and Canvas.
• Interest in experiential and industry-led education and the intersection of academia with culture, creativity, business, sport, media, and technology.
• Ability to work fully in person in New York City during Program delivery periods.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the US.

Responsibilities

• Support academic program development and delivery across Edconic's undergraduate portfolio, including Vogue College of Fashion, Sotheby’s Institute of Art, The School of the New York Times, and Manchester City Sports Business School, working closely with the Global Academic Director.
• Coordinate course administration, including syllabi, schedules, teaching materials, assessments, course documentation, and learning management systems.
• Support instructor recruitment, onboarding, and communication, ensuring instructors have the information and resources needed for successful delivery.
• Coordinate guest speakers, industry contributors, site visits, and experiential learning, working with internal teams and external partners.
• Maintain Program timelines and academic deliverables, proactively tracking deadlines and identifying potential issues or gaps.
• Support student-facing academic delivery in New York City, including orientation, academic communications, attendance, assessments, and day-to-day student needs.
• Liaise with academic and industry partners, ensuring consistent communication and smooth coordination across Programs.
• Assist with quality assurance and academic standards, including course documentation, assessment processes, instructor feedback, and Program evaluation.
• Support Program improvement, gathering feedback and identifying opportunities to enhance the student and teaching staff experience.
• Provide on-site academic and operational support during Program delivery, helping ensure courses run smoothly and to a consistently high standard.

Skills

Academic administration

Organization

Communication

Stakeholder management

Project ownership

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Canvas LMS

Job description

Edconic is seeking an organized Academic Coordinator to support the development and delivery of Edconic’s short-term undergraduate programs on the Collegiate team in New York City. The ideal candidate combines strong academic administration with a student-focused approach and enthusiasm for experiential education.

The role involves coordinating syllabi, schedules, materials, and assessments, plus liaising with instructors and external partners to ensure high-quality delivery.