Program Coordinator - WomenLeaders India

OpenDoorHub; Washington, Northern (District of Columbia, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Vital Voices Global Partnership in Washington, DC, seeks a Program Coordinator to oversee the WomenLeaders India Fellowship. Hybrid work arrangement supports administrative and logistical work on a daily basis.

You’ll coordinate logistics, communications, and participant experience from recruitment through post-program follow-up, contributing to women’s leadership in India.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in program coordination, administration, or a closely related field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Genuine interest in gender equality, women's leadership, or international development.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate all WLI Fellowship activities: virtual and in-person convenings, workshops, webinars, meetings, and participant engagement touchpoints
• Manage participant outreach, application processes, selection logistics, and cohort documentation
• Serve as the primary point of contact for participants, partners, trainers, and vendors; handle all communications, reminders, materials distribution, and follow-up
• Collaborate with the WLI program partner team in India and cross-functional Vital Voices teams

Skills

Program coordination

Administration

Communication

Organization

Gender equality

International development

Job description

Vital Voices Global Partnership is hiring a Program Coordinator to support the WomenLeaders India Fellowship, a country-specific fellowship advancing women’s leadership in India. The role is based in Washington, D.C., with a hybrid work schedule.

Vital Voices Global Partnership — the nonprofit that has mentored over 20,000 women leaders across 183 countries — is hiring a Program Coordinator to support its WomenLeaders India (WLI) Fellowship. Based in Washington, D.C. with a hybrid schedule, this role sits at the operational heart of the fellowship: coordinating the logistics, communications, and participant experience that make the program run.

This is an excellent entry point for someone early in a nonprofit career who wants their day-to-day work to directly support women building businesses, driving policy change, and leading communities across India.

About the WomenLeaders India Fellowship

The WomenLeaders India Fellowship is a country-specific Vital Voices program dedicated to advancing women's leadership in India. It connects women leaders from across the country to structured training, peer mentorship, and the broader Vital Voices global network. The Program Coordinator plays a central role in ensuring every aspect of that experience is well-executed — from recruitment to day-of logistics to post-program follow-up.

Role & Responsibilities

The Program Coordinator provides operational and administrative backbone to the WLI Fellowship — managing details so participants, partners, and trainers can focus on the program itself.

• Plan and coordinate all WLI Fellowship activities: virtual and in-person convenings, workshops, webinars, meetings, and participant engagement touchpoints
• Manage participant outreach, application processes, selection logistics, and cohort documentation
• Serve as the primary point of contact for participants, partners, trainers, and vendors; handle all communications, reminders, materials distribution, and follow-up
• Collaborate with the WLI program partner team in India and cross-functional Vital Voices teams

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience in program coordination, administration, or a closely related field
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Genuine interest in gender equality, women's leadership, or international development

How to Apply

Apply through Vital Voices' Greenhouse portal (link in the quick facts above). Your application should include a resume and a cover letter. Use your cover letter to highlight relevant experience coordinating programs or events, and explain why Vital Voices' mission resonates with you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is this role located?

Washington, D.C., with a hybrid work schedule — a mix of in-office and remote work.

Is this role open to remote candidates?

No. The role requires presence in Washington, D.C. and is not available to fully remote applicants.

Who is the actual employer?

Vital Voices Global Partnership. The position is listed on GenderJobs (a sector-specific job board), but Vital Voices is the organization doing the hiring.

How much experience is required?

At least 1 year in program coordination, administration, or a related role. This is an entry-to-mid-level position suitable for someone early in their nonprofit career.