Program Coordinator

George Washington University; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Tuition assistance

Job summary

The George Washington University, through the Multiracial Democracy Project at GW Law School, seeks a Program Coordinator to support planning, coordination, and implementation of programs and events. The role includes logistics, travel scheduling, calendar maintenance, materials preparation, vendor coordination, and reporting across GW offices.

Ideal candidates will have a high level of organization, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant area by start date, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate planning, logistics, and execution of programs and events for MDP.
• Schedule travel and maintain calendars for the project.
• Prepare materials, agendas, and presentations for meetings and events.
• Track deliverables, deadlines, and reporting for funders and GW offices.

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

I. JOB OVERVIEW

The Multiracial Democracy Project (MDP) at The George Washington University Law School seeks a highly organized and detail-oriented Program Coordinator to support the planning, coordination, and implementation of MDP programs and events. This position will provide logistical and operational support across MDP's initiatives, serve as a key point of contact for MDP partners, and support day-to-day administrative operations. The Program Coordinator assists with a variety of functional and administrative responsibilities, including coordinating meetings and events, scheduling travel, maintaining project calendars and databases, preparing materials and reports, processing payments and reimbursements, tracking project deliverables, and assisting with other administrative and operational functions as assigned, and responding to routine inquiries from internal and external stakeholders. Work is performed under the general supervision of senior program staff.

Program and Event Coordination

• Assist with planning and execution of convenings, webinars, meetings, and special events
• Support the coordination of logistics including venue management, catering, travel arrangements, registration
• Track event deliverables, timelines, and follow-up tasks
• Support preparation of meeting materials, agendas, briefing documents, and presentations
• Support outreach efforts related to convenings, webinars, and program initiatives

Administrative Support

• Maintain program calendars and scheduling
• Coordinate meeting logistics and prepare meeting notes when needed
• Organize and maintain project files, databases, and shared documents
• Assist with vendor onboarding and coordination
• Support cross-functional collaboration across program initiatives and GW offices

Project Management

• Track program activities, deadlines, and deliverables across multiple initiatives
• Support data collection and reporting for funders, GW, and project evaluations
• Assist with maintaining organizational systems and standard operating procedures

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

Minimum Qualifications

Qualified candidates will hold a high school diploma/GED plus 3 years of relevant professional experience, or a Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant area of study. 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

Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications

Hiring Range

$21.80 - $28.32

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: GW Law School (LAW)

Family: Academic Affairs

Sub-Family: Program Administration

Stream: Service and Support

Level: Level 3

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

Hours Per Week: 40

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday: 9:00 am - 5:30 pm

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

Internal Applicants Only?: No

Posting Number: S014380

Job Open Date: 08/05/2026

Job Close Date:

If temporary, grant funded, Sponsored Project funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:

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.