Strategic Programs Coordinator, Operations & Growth

Vanderbilt University; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderbilt University is seeking a Program Coordinator for Operations and Strategy to support the Office of the Vice Provost for Graduate Education and Growth Initiatives. The role coordinates operations, global initiatives, and academic growth projects, using Gantt charts, timelines, and data entry to keep a dynamic portfolio on track.

You will greet visitors, take minutes, maintain websites and contact lists, prepare briefs, and develop presentations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 3+ years related work experience preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Experience with project management and reporting.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, academic environment.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and respond to inquiries; direct to the right contact.
• Take meeting minutes, prepare agendas and arrange meetings.
• Maintain unit websites and contact lists.
• Provide front-office and operational support.
• Develop metrics and track project progress.
• Collaborate across departments to align initiatives.

Skills

Project management

Organizational skills

Communication

AI in admin

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Gantt charts

Microsoft Office

PM software

Job description

Vanderbilt University is seeking a Program Coordinator for Operations and Strategy to support the Office of the Vice Provost for Graduate Education and Growth Initiatives. The role coordinates operations, global initiatives, and academic growth projects, using Gantt charts, timelines, and data entry to keep a dynamic portfolio on track.

You will greet visitors, take minutes, maintain websites and contact lists, prepare briefs, and develop presentations.