Remote Program Coordinator, Leadership & Strategy

Association of American Colleges & Universities; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

AAC&U seeks a proactive Program Coordinator to support the Office of Leadership and Strategy. The role focuses on organizing leadership events, maintaining project plans, and coordinating cross-functional activities with colleagues across departments.

Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree with 2–4 years in higher education or related fields, and demonstrate strong communication, organization, and collaborative skills. Remote/hybrid arrangements are available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 2–4 years of experience in higher education, event planning, or project management.
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively with high accountability.
• Professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office; experience with Monday, Basecamp, Box, Zoom and Teams.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate logistics for OLS leadership events, virtual and in-person.
• Develop and maintain project management processes and timelines.
• Provide administrative support: scheduling, recordkeeping, expense tracking, and grant reporting.
• Collaborate with marketing to promote OLS leadership development programs.
• Assist with planning, promotion, selection, and benefits of the K. Patricia Cross Awards.
• Travel to in-person conferences and events as needed.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Autonomy

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Monday

Basecamp

Box

Zoom

Teams

Job description

AAC&U seeks a proactive Program Coordinator to support the Office of Leadership and Strategy. The role focuses on organizing leadership events, maintaining project plans, and coordinating cross-functional activities with colleagues across departments.

Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree with 2–4 years in higher education or related fields, and demonstrate strong communication, organization, and collaborative skills. Remote/hybrid arrangements are available.