Policy Events & Stakeholder Coordinator

University of Southern California; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Southern California is seeking a Project Specialist, Administrative to support the External Affairs and Policy team. The role focuses on event operations, stakeholder engagement, and communications support for the Center for Civic Society at the Schaeffer Institute.

The position may be based on the Los Angeles campus or Washington, DC, and is full-time for one year, with some travel required. Ideal candidates bring strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and experience

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; combined experience/education accepted
• 2 years minimum experience in related roles
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong organizational and project management abilities; event experience a plus
• Ability to represent the Institute professionally with high-profile audiences
• Collaborative, team-oriented work style; ability to work independently
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint; experience with Emma/Constant Contact is a plus

Responsibilities

• Coordinate event operations at USC campuses, vendors, facilities, catering, and travel as needed
• Manage invitations, registration, attendee communications and briefings
• Support stakeholder engagement, newsletters, and email communications with branding consistency
• Develop basic marketing materials and assist with reports, presentations, and funder communications

Skills

Excellent written and verbal/written &

Strong organizational skills

Project management & event experience

Professional representation

Collaborative, team-player

Multitasking & prioritization

Adaptability / flexibility

Microsoft Word / Excel / PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Emma

Constant Contact

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

University of Southern California is seeking a Project Specialist, Administrative to support the External Affairs and Policy team. The role focuses on event operations, stakeholder engagement, and communications support for the Center for Civic Society at the Schaeffer Institute.

The position may be based on the Los Angeles campus or Washington, DC, and is full-time for one year, with some travel required. Ideal candidates bring strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and experience