Senior Program & Events Specialist, Food & Agriculture

The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 3,302,000 - 4,127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Hybrid/onsite schedule

Job summary

The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine is seeking an Administrative Coordinator to support the Center for Health, People, and Places. You will handle complex clerical tasks, coordinate meetings, and prepare materials in a hybrid office environment in Washington, DC.

Ideal candidates bring strong Microsoft Office skills, four years of related experience, and proven ability to manage multiple priorities while communicating effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Four years of related experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Administrative: perform routine and complex clerical tasks, schedule activities, update files and distribution lists.
• Event planning: organize meetings and workshops in virtual and in‑person formats, handle travel lodging and catering.
• Communications: respond to inquiries, update databases, maintain email lists and websites.
• Publications/Research Support: assist formatting, editing, and literature searches as needed.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Meeting planning

Communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Zoom

Job description

The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine is seeking an Administrative Coordinator to support the Center for Health, People, and Places. You will handle complex clerical tasks, coordinate meetings, and prepare materials in a hybrid office environment in Washington, DC.

Ideal candidates bring strong Microsoft Office skills, four years of related experience, and proven ability to manage multiple priorities while communicating effectively with diverse stakeholders.