Coordinator, Meridian Center for Global Leadership

Meridian International Center; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Meridian International Center in Washington, DC, seeks a Coordinator for the Center for Global Leadership to oversee end-to-end logistics, budgets, and program materials for domestic and international leadership programs. This role supports federal and private-sector partnerships, work with travel, venues, registrations, and vendor coordination, and contributes to communications and reporting.

The successful candidate will have a bachelor’s degree and at least two years of related experience,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant professional experience in administrative, event, policy, or program support.
• Experience with international participants or programs preferred.
• Experience coordinating travel logistics and managing budgets.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate end-to-end logistics for domestic and international programs, including travel, lodging, venues, and cultural activities, with budget alignment.
• Manage virtual and hybrid programming logistics, including videoconferencing, registration tracking, and digital materials distribution.
• Produce outputs such as session descriptions, briefing documents, runs of show, staffing plans, and program summaries.
• Administer and reconcile program funds, process invoices, reimbursements, and vendor payments in compliance with regulations.
• Lead procurement processes, draft RFPs/RFQs, and maintain documentation.
• Support participant recruitment, onboarding, and visa documentation as required.
• Maintain digital records and assist with funder reporting and final financial reconciliation.

Skills

Logistics coordination

Budget management

Event planning

Travel logistics

Stakeholder coordination

Intercultural communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Canva

Zoom

Salesforce

Job description

Title: Coordinator, Meridian Center for Global Leadership

Employment Status: Exempt

Salary: $52,238 to $55,125

Supervisor Title: Associate Program Officer, Program Officer, or Director

Summary of Position: Coordinators within the Meridian Center for Global Leadership (MCGL), manage all administrative, logistical, and financial arrangements for in-person and virtual leadership programs, including events on the sidelines of global convenings, exchange programs, reverse trade missions, workshops, and trainings, funded by federal and private-sector partners. Programs will be implemented in close collaboration with Meridian Centers, including Meridian’s Center for Technology, Innovation and Space. Participants include U.S. and global government staff, U.S. and global tech industry players, emerging professionals, and subject matter experts engaging with counterparts to exchange perspectives on priority issues and industry trends. Coordinators are expected to oversee the day-to-day implementation of both long-term initiatives and short-term programs.

This Coordinator position is anticipated to support long-term federal awards; trainings and convenings with the U.S. Department of State and U.S. Trade and Development Agency. This Coordinator will also be expected to support division-wide communications and business development initiatives, as capacity allows. Some travel may be required.

This position is in Washington, D.C. and requires MD, DC, or VA residence for all employees. The position may work partially remotely until further notice.

Position Responsibilities:

• Coordinate end-to-end logistics for domestic and international-facing programs—including arrangements for individual and group airfare, lodging, ground transportation, convening venues, and cultural activities—ensuring timely delivery and with compliance and budget alignment
• Manage virtual and hybrid programming logistics, including videoconference platforms, event registration tracking, and distribution of digital materials
• Produce written outputs, including session descriptions, talking points, briefing documents, runs of show, discussion questions, staffing plans, program summaries, and other materials
• Administer and reconcile program funds (GSA per diem, travel advances, cultural allowances, prepaid cards) and develop/monitor project budgets; process invoices, reimbursements, vendor payments, and monthly expense reports in compliance with funding regulations
• Lead procurement processes, including drafting RFPs/RFQs, preparing vendor contracts, ensuring compliance with procurement policies, and maintaining accurate documentation
• Support participant recruitment and selection; prepare program materials and brief participants on grant provisions, travel arrangements, per diem, and insurance coverage
• Collect and organize participant onboarding materials and prepare detailed exchange visitor visa documentation, as required
• Maintain accurate and organized digital records in alignment with data privacy policies.
• In tandem with a program lead, provide stakeholder updates and assist with funder reporting, monitoring and evaluation, and final financial reconciliation
• Provide onsite logistical support during possible domestic and international travel, as needed
• Support program communications by drafting social media posts, website content, and program highlights, and coordinating with the Communications team to share program activities and outcomes.
• Contribute to business development efforts such as assisting with drafting of supporting materials and packaging of proposals.
• Responsible for completing all organizational administrative responsibilities in a timely manner and meeting all organizational administrative deadlines
• Other duties as assigned

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in International Relations, International Development, Political Science, Science and Technology Policy, Security Studies, Public Administration, Business, or a related field
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant professional experience, including administrative, event, policy, or program support responsibilities
• Or any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position
• Experience working with international participants or programs, including study or professional experience abroad preferred
• Experience working with international convenings, standards bodies, or United Nations ecosystem
• Demonstrated experience coordinating domestic and/or international group travel logistics and managing budgets in compliance with established financial procedures preferred
• Ability to thrive in an independent, fast-paced environment with shifting priorities, deadlines, and program demands while maintaining attention to detail

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Interest in emerging technology policy, including artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, or space, preferred
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage complex, detail-oriented tasks independently, prioritize multiple projects, and perform effectively under tight deadlines in dynamic environments
• Collaborative, proactive team player with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with international visitors, partners, and funders
• Familiarity with international exchange programs and federally-funded project administration preferred; commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace aligned with organizational values
• Strong inter-cultural communication skills; maturity, cultural sensitivity, and tact suitable for working with individuals from around the world

Technical Requirements:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams is necessary for this role
• Experience with Canva, Zoom and Salesforce is helpful

Employer’s Statement

Meridian is committed to empowering global leaders and amplifying voices of a wide variety of backgrounds to create pathways for greater understanding, shared values, and respect.

Connecting people has been our foundation for over 65 years. If you share our values and enthusiasm to promote non-partisan collaboration to address global challenges and opportunities, you can find a home at Meridian.

As an equal opportunity employer, Meridian promotes equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, personal appearance, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, family responsibilities, marital, veteran or military status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, matriculation, political affiliation, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. Equal employment opportunity will be offered and maintained to all persons at every stage and condition of employment, including recruiting, hiring, training, upgrading, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall, and termination.

Meridian offers a comprehensive benefits package including a full medical plan with no deductible, dental (including orthodontics), a retirement plan with a substantial employer contribution from day one, fully paid life, long- and short-term disability, a variety of voluntary benefits, and generous paid leave and holidays.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.