Programming Coordinator - Corporate Events & Research

Council on Foreign Relations; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

The Council on Foreign Relations in Washington, DC is seeking a Programming Coordinator to provide research and programming administration support for corporate programming, with onsite presence at least three days per week.

The role involves developing and executing rounds of corporate programs, managing logistics from speaker coordination to event day follow-up, and contributing to marketing and outreach efforts. Strong writing and event-planning skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of international relations, business, and economics.
• Excellent writing and editing skills; strong communication abilities.
• Experience in event planning and logistics preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365; Dynamics a plus; willingness to learn new tech.

Responsibilities

• Assist with development and execution of corporate programming (virtual and in-person events) for senior executives.
• Manage a portfolio of corporate programs from topic conception to logistics and speaker coordination.
• Research topics and regions relevant to CFR member and prospect member companies.
• Support marketing initiatives: newsletters, CFR website content, and outreach materials.
• Draft correspondence and provide administrative support to the programming team.
• Staff CFR events and meetings across departments as needed; answer emails/phone calls.

Skills

International relations

Business knowledge

Economics

Writing / Communication

Event planning

Education

Degree in international relations, international business, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft 365

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

The Council on Foreign Relations in Washington, DC is seeking a Programming Coordinator to provide research and programming administration support for corporate programming, with onsite presence at least three days per week.

The role involves developing and executing rounds of corporate programs, managing logistics from speaker coordination to event day follow-up, and contributing to marketing and outreach efforts. Strong writing and event-planning skills are essential.