Part-Time Education Programs Project Coordinator

American University; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

American University is seeking a Part-Time Project Coordinator to provide daily operational and administrative support for a portfolio of externally funded projects. The role supports meeting coordination, coach tracking, event planning, communications, and data and file management, with opportunities to engage in grant-funded research-practice partnerships.

The position is well suited for someone early in a career in education, research administration, nonprofit operations, or program

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent; less than 1 year of relevant experience.
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree and 1–3 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate meetings and manage calendars, agendas, and follow-up items across internal teams and external partners.
• Support event planning and logistics for project events, including conferences and trainings.
• Assist with communications, newsletters, and social media content for project activities.

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Bachelor's degree 1 - 3 years of relevant experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

CMS

SharePoint

Job description

American University is seeking a Part-Time Project Coordinator to provide daily operational and administrative support for a portfolio of externally funded projects. The role supports meeting coordination, coach tracking, event planning, communications, and data and file management, with opportunities to engage in grant-funded research-practice partnerships.

The position is well suited for someone early in a career in education, research administration, nonprofit operations, or program