Board Relations Coordinator — Governance & Meetings

Brookings Institution; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Brookings Institution in Washington, DC, is seeking a Board Relations Senior Coordinator to provide high-level administrative support to the Senior Director of Board Relations and the Executive Office. The role emphasizes governance, recordkeeping, and coordination for Board and Committee activities.

You will handle minutes, agendas, materials, CRM updates, and confidential communications, contributing to efficient governance and thoughtful engagement with Trustees and staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; three+ years of relevant admin experience preferred.
• Experience supporting high-profile individuals is a plus.
• Strong writing, proofreading, and editing skills; attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Senior Director of Board Relations and EO team; manage docs, data entry, and meeting prep.
• Draft minutes, agendas, and notices; post materials to board portal; ensure confidentiality.
• Coordinate with committees, maintain trustee records, and manage CRM data.
• Schedule meetings, assist with events and travel logistics; handle sensitive information discretely.
• Support special projects for EO and Brookings leadership; assist with communications and reporting.

Skills

Board governance

Administrative support

Meeting coordination

Confidentiality

CRM software

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Publisher

Adobe Pro

Raiser’s Edge

Job description

Brookings Institution in Washington, DC, is seeking a Board Relations Senior Coordinator to provide high-level administrative support to the Senior Director of Board Relations and the Executive Office. The role emphasizes governance, recordkeeping, and coordination for Board and Committee activities.

You will handle minutes, agendas, materials, CRM updates, and confidential communications, contributing to efficient governance and thoughtful engagement with Trustees and staff.