Strategic Administrative Coordinator for Education Programs

Southern Education Foundation; Georgia; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Southern Education Foundation, Inc. (SEF) in Atlanta, GA, seeks an Administrative Services Associate to support multiple departments with coordination and execution of strategic initiatives.

The role requires a detail-oriented professional who can manage calendars, plan travel, and maintain accurate records while upholding confidentiality. You will collaborate with senior leaders, partners, and stakeholders to advance SEF’s mission, contribute to grants, reports, and meetings, and help

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, or a related field.
• Five years or more experience supporting senior leadership within a nonprofit or educational environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to write and communicate effectively with foundations, donors, and broader constituencies.
• Capable of working independently and collaboratively with diverse teams and audiences.
• Strong organizational, coordination, and time management skills; attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Workspace, and CRM tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development, planning, and execution of program strategies and objectives.
• Coordinate scheduling and provide calendar management for two or more senior leaders.
• Prepare travel arrangements, itineraries, and expense reports for senior leadership.
• Coordinate and support logistics for programs, events, workshops, meetings, including scheduling, materials, and outreach.
• Develop, contribute to, and refine documents such as proposals, reports, spreadsheets, presentations, and correspondence.
• Conduct research, facilitate data collection, monitor budgets, and collaborate with team members and partners.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to activities and participant information.
• Support grant management processes, including monitoring deadlines and documentation.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with partners and stakeholders through written and oral communication.
• Uphold confidentiality and exercise sound discretion.
• Perform additional tasks to advance organizational and programmatic goals.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Time management

Independent working

Collaborative

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public administration or related field

Tools

Outlook

Excel

PowerPoint

Google Workspace

Sales

Job description

The Southern Education Foundation, Inc. (SEF) in Atlanta, GA, seeks an Administrative Services Associate to support multiple departments with coordination and execution of strategic initiatives.

The role requires a detail-oriented professional who can manage calendars, plan travel, and maintain accurate records while upholding confidentiality. You will collaborate with senior leaders, partners, and stakeholders to advance SEF’s mission, contribute to grants, reports, and meetings, and help