National Security Programs Coordinator (Hybrid)

George Washington University; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The George Washington Universitys Elliott School of International Affairs National Security Studies Program seeks a temporary Program Coordinator to serve as the operational backbone of our flagship executive courses. Hybrid work is required, with in-person attendance during key courses and events at Foggy Bottom (Washington, D.C.).

The role covers event coordination, enrollment support, and budget tracking, offering a hands-on opportunity to support senior executives in a dynamic academic

Qualifications

• Experience with events.
• Experience with online systems, spreadsheets etc.
• Detail oriented and organized.
• Professional demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Primary Operational Liaison: Serve as the main point of contact for program inquiries. You will guide senior-level participants through enrollment, answer day-to-day questions from faculty and staff, and ensure a premier experience for all stakeholders.
• Events & Course Coordination: You'll handle the "run of show" by providing event planning and logistical support for our flagship program for the summer: Senior Manager Course in National Security Leadership: A two-week strategic course for top-tier executives. Managing classroom logistics, coordinating site visits around D.C., facilitating guest speaker communications and logistics.
• Administrative & Budget Support: Assist with tracking expenditures, processing payments/reimbursements, maintaining records, coordinating vendor contracts, and preparing reports for the Director.

Skills

Event planning

Spreadsheets

Detail-oriented

Professional demeanor

Tools

Online systems

Job description

The George Washington Universitys Elliott School of International Affairs National Security Studies Program seeks a temporary Program Coordinator to serve as the operational backbone of our flagship executive courses. Hybrid work is required, with in-person attendance during key courses and events at Foggy Bottom (Washington, D.C.).

The role covers event coordination, enrollment support, and budget tracking, offering a hands-on opportunity to support senior executives in a dynamic academic