Program Coordinator — Operations & Budget Support

Northeastern University; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeastern University in Boston, MA is seeking a Program Coordinator to provide technical support for multiple programs, including planning, scheduling, and responding to inquiries. You will serve as a primary contact, organize events, monitor budgets, and help ensure smooth daily operations.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree (preferred) and 2-3 years of professional experience in higher education or development, with strong writing, organization, and collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; 2–3 years in higher education and/or development.
• Highly motivated and analytical with strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to programs, including communications and recordkeeping.
• Serve as primary point of contact; respond to inquiries and coordinate actions.
• Support budgeting with forecasting and expense monitoring.
• Oversee vendor services and coordinate with staff and external partners.

Skills

Program coordination

Communication

Budgeting

Project management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Excel

Job description

Northeastern University in Boston, MA is seeking a Program Coordinator to provide technical support for multiple programs, including planning, scheduling, and responding to inquiries. You will serve as a primary contact, organize events, monitor budgets, and help ensure smooth daily operations.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree (preferred) and 2-3 years of professional experience in higher education or development, with strong writing, organization, and collaboration skills.