Planet Forward Program Associate, Outreach and Partnerships

George Washington University; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 53,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

George Washington University seeks an outgoing Partnerships and Outreach Coordinator for Planet Forward, GW’s environmental storytelling project, to grow our national and international partner network and engage campus communities.

The role leads virtual workshops, coordinates with Pillars, builds a robust partner database, and supports events, newsletters, and sponsor relations in a collaborative academic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area; degree conferred by start date.
• Experience establishing new partnerships and maintaining professional relationships.
• Experience maintaining a membership database.
• Experience in an academic environment.
• Knowledgeable about environment, sustainability, and/or science.
• High attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational & communication skills.
• Experience using Microsoft Office, Google Docs, Zoom, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.

Responsibilities

• Lead contact for Consortium/Pillar relationships; expand our network of schools and lead Pillar School Program Committee meetings.
• Research and report on member schools' work in environmental research or science storytelling.
• Manage contacts and membership payments; coordinate with Development team to organize payments.
• Produce monthly newsletter to schools and host regular virtual events to build relationships.
• Coordinate virtual workshops with schools and schedule with leadership.
• Determine interest/timing for campus visits and hand off to leadership.
• Identify speakers for PF events and recruit attendees.
• Share best PF student content with partners.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Partnership development

Membership database

Academic environment

Environment sustainability

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Google Docs

Zoom

Instagram

LinkedIn

Education

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Docs

Zoom

Instagram

LinkedIn

Job description

I. JOB OVERVIEW

Planet Forward, GW's multimedia environmental storytelling project, is looking for an outgoing and enthusiastic partnerships and outreach coordinator to maintain and build relationships with existing and new national/international network of partner schools and other external partners. Planet Forward works to train new voices, elevate data and innovations, and demonstrate creativity and compelling narratives.

This person will take the lead on coordinating virtual workshops with Consortium schools and/or campus visits with Pillars, and work with leadership to schedule. They will work with faculty and students to build a robust and participatory Planet Forward community. They will help distribute information regarding Planet Forward programming, events, contests, and the best student content. Duties will include producing a monthly newsletter for schools; updating and/or creating a database of contacts to keep track of touchpoints and their preferred method of contact; exploring opportunities for new schools and external partners; assisting with planning, organizing, and audience-building for events; and other tasks as assigned. The ideal candidate will have a passion for the planet and understand the power of storytelling; relish building professional relationships; pay close attention to detail; enjoy working on a small and collaborative team; and understand the challenges of working in an academic environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead contact for Consortium/Pillar relationships; build and expand our network of schools; lead quarterly Pillar School Program Committee meetings
• Research and report on member schools' work in environmental research and environmental or science journalism and/or storytelling programs
• Manage contacts and membership payment status; coordinate with Development team to organize payments
• Be responsible for monthly newsletter to schools and host regular virtual events to build and strengthen Consortium school relationships
• Coordinate virtual workshops with schools and work with leadership to schedule
• Determine interest/timing among Pillar schools for a campus visit, and hand off to leadership
• Contribute to PF events by identifying potential speakers from Consortium, recruiting attendees, and conducting other event-related tasks as assigned
• Socialize placement of best PF student content among partners as assigned

Performs other duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the posistion.

Minimum Qualifications

Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills; strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with establishing new partnerships and/or building and maintaining professional relationships
• Experience maintaining a membership database.
• Experience in an academic environment.
• Knowledgeable about the environment, sustainability, and/or science.
• High attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational & communication skills.
• Experience using Microsoft suite, Google Docs, Zoom, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.

Hiring Range

$52,741.91 - $72,476.48

GW Staff Approach to Pay

How is pay for new employees determined at GW?

Healthcare Benefits

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.

II. JOB DETAILS

Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.

College/School/Department: Columbian College of Arts & Sciences (CCAS)

Family: Academic Affairs

Sub-Family: Program Administration

Stream: Individual Contributor

Level: Level 1

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

Hours Per Week: 40

Work Schedule: M-F; 9AM - 5:30PM

Will this job require the employee to work on site? Yes

Employee Onsite Status: Hybrid

Telework: Yes

Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search

Special Instructions to Applicants:

• Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status
• The limited term of this appointment is 14 months at this time, with the potential to extend.

Internal Applicants Only?: No

Posting Number: S014529

Job Open Date: 10/20/2026

If temporary, grant funded, Sponsored Project funded or limited term appointment, position funded until: 12/17/2027

Background Screening: Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.

EEO Statement: The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.