Program Coordinator:
John Robert Lewis Scholars, Fellows & Leaders Program and Institute Programs
The Faith & Politics Institute (FPI) seeks a Program Coordinator to provide support to all the programs of The Faith & Politics Institute. The Program Coordinator will be responsible for administrative, general accounting, and external affairs functions. The Program Coordinator reports to both the President and the Director of Educational Programs.
OVERVIEW
This exempt level position requires a hard-working, mission-driven, highly collaborative work style with a positive team-first attitude. Demonstrating an ability to handle competing priorities in a growing organization, to effectively leverage resources, meet multiple deadlines and balance numerous projects for the good of the organization is a priority. Equal parts integrity, compassion, patience, and comity are necessary to address the sometimes unpredictable and at times deeply divided environment on Capitol Hill in a professional, poised, positive and productive manner.
This is a general overview of some of the details of the duties you’re expected to perform during your employment. This document is not all inclusive and your responsibilities will change as the needs of the business change.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Support senior staff in executing FPI programs that positively impact individuals from diverse viewpoints, assisting senior staff and event consultants;
Responsible for administration and bookkeeping for all program functions;
Maintain and update the evaluation systems and metrics to continue to improve the organization’s capacity to learn from its work and share that learning with stakeholders;
Assist in the development of annual reports for the Institute for all programming sectors.
1. GENERAL FPI PROGRAMMING SUPPORT
Assist Director of Programs in execution the substantial elements of programs, coordinate with the Operations team on relevant logistics so that they are manageable with available staff and resources;
Make arrangements for staff advance trip planning and execution;
·Work with Operations team program logistics for Pilgrimages and events including all run of show documents;
2. EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM SUPPORT:
Support recruitment efforts with colleges and universities;
Keep the central calendar for all Scholars, Fellows, Leaders, and Alumni Network events;
Support communication efforts that increase awareness of Scholars, Fellows, Leaders program and Alumni Network;
Communicate with applicants and reviewers during application process; schedule applicant interviews;
Maintain and update the Scholars, Fellows and Leaders evaluation systems and metrics to continue to improve the organization’s capacity to learn from its work and share that learning with stakeholders;
Support the planning and implementation of all Scholars, Fellows, Leaders and Alumni Network programs, in-person and virtual events;
Assist with the communications to Scholars, Fellows, Leaders and Alumni about program details and travel logistics;
Responsible for all Scholars, Fellows, Leaders program and event logistics: hotels, flights, meals, transportation, AV, etc.
Work with FPI Operations to order supplies and materials for Scholars, Fellows and Leaders program; and
Support the facilitation of reimbursements and payments for Scholars & Fellows programmatic activities
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPECTATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in a related field or a minimum of 2 years of specialized professional experience;
Event planning and logistics experience;
Knowledge of all Microsoft programs;
Willingness to become competent with WizeHive Application Portal and FormAssembly
Warm and welcoming demeanor both in person and on the telephone;
Exceptional at resolving any problems efficiently and in a timely manner;
Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
High level of integrity and ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality;
Ability to manage numerous projects at one time, be detail-oriented, and follow-through with a high level of accuracy;
High level of commitment to the mission and work of the organization;
Positive; proactive; and team-focused attitude;
Assists with programs, events, and activities as directed;
Establishes and maintains positive relationships with supervisors, colleagues, and stakeholders;
Accepts and acts on performance-based criticism, feedback, and direction;
Adheres to the office attendance policy;
Works well under pressure and handles stress with grace;
Ability to travel;
Works a flexible schedule that may occasionally include long hours, nights, and weekends; and;
Performs other duties as assigned.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The employee may also be regularly required to travel by automobile, walking short distances, taking trains or air travel to achieve work goals. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of the manager's job.
TO APPLY: Please send cover letter and resume to FPIOps@faithandpolitics.org