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Program Coordinator

Open Position:  Program Coordinator   

Start Date:   As soon as possible 

Compensation:  $22.50 – $25.00/hour

 Part time:  20-25 hours/week 

Work Hours:  flexible, generally 8:30 to 5:00 p.m.        

Region:  Central Ohio  

Reports To:  Program Manager   

Location: 51 Jefferson Ave, Columbus, OH 43215  

  

ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW  

The Columbus Council on World Affairs (CCWA) is a non-partisan, non-profit organization with a 50-year history of delivering high-quality education on cross-cultural understanding and current global affairs.  

 

POSITION SUMMARY: 

The Program Coordinator joins a team of professionals delivering Columbus Council on World Affairs’ most robust program, the Global Scholars Diploma (GSD) program. The Program Coordinator is responsible for supporting the Program Manager in delivery Years 1 & 2 of the Global Scholars Diploma program. This entails tracking student participation & evaluations, managing the student advisory council program, assisting in developing program curriculum and design, coordinating with participating school districts, and facilitating Global Scholars’ events. Success in this role requires consistently delivering prompt, organized, dependable programming with thoughtfulprioritization, impeccable attention to detail, self-responsibility and initiative, and unparalleled professionalism. The Program Coordinator should enjoy working as part of a team, demonstrate positivity and enthusiasm, as well as enjoy working with high school students.  

 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Program Facilitation/Delivery
  • Facilitate live Zoom interviews, onboarding and Q&A sessions with volunteer speakers 
  • Facilitate in-person events, leading large groups of students through experiential learning activities 
  • Support with coordinating with school districts and local venues to secure event dates and times 
  • Identify and secure volunteer speakers for events 
  • Prepare and gather all materials, interview questions, name tags, activities, etc. for events 
  • Manage, develop and deliver the Student Advisory Council leadership program 
  • Manage and deliver the Global Leadership Summit Series as a part of the Global Scholars Diploma Program 
  • Help with setup and tear down of events 
  • Represent CCWA positively and proactively at events 
  • Assist in the management of student participation and grades 
Program Development 
  • In collaboration with the Program Manager, create and help manage social learning components (e.g. trivia questions, polls, surveys, community posts, etc.) 
  • Test and provide feedback on virtual content creation 
  • Gather and organize student, teacher, and community feedback and evaluations 
  • Assist with data analysis and reporting 
Relationship Management 
  • Communicate and coordinate proactively with schools, volunteers, and community partners 
  • Assist in creation and preparation of program certificates 
  • Write and ensure prompt delivery of thank you notes, volunteer gifts, etc. 
  • Support the planning and delivery of Global Scholars Advisory Meetings 

Special Projects 
  • Support the planning and delivery of the GSD Year End Showcase event and other public programming 
  • Logistical support and preparation for Global Fluency Training workshops and other programs as needed 
  • Assist in sharing the GSD story with the community members and stakeholders 

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, COMPETENCIES:   

  • Experience in Education, Cultural Competency, Public Affairs, International Studies, Cultural Studies, or related field  
  • Commitment to CCWA’s mission and values  
  • Passion for education and program development  
  • Experience working with diverse cultures and peoples 
  • Experience working with students, academic institutions, and community organizations  
  • Experience delivering educational content and advising students 
  • Familiarity with central Ohio community and organizations 
  • Organized: detail-oriented, efficient, swift, consistent, and accurate 
  • Accountable: accepts responsibility, sets limits, delivers results, avoids excuses  
  • Trustworthy: able to hold confidential information 
  • Team-oriented: Positive track record of working collaboratively with diverse individuals in a team environment 
  • Communicator: Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
  • Thrives in a high-growth, fast-paced, results-oriented, mission-driven environment  
  • Demonstrated ability to smile, laugh, and take time to refresh and recharge 

   

TO APPLY:    

Please email a) resume (with references), b) cover letter to: apply@columbusworldaffairs.org. Please type “Program Coordinator” in the email subject line.  

  

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Administrative & Office Assistant

Open Position:  Administrative & Office Assistant

Date Posted: April 20, 2026

Application Deadline: May 8th, 2026                         

Start Date: As soon as possible

Reports To: Chief Operating Officer

Compensation: $24-$27/hour depending on experience

Status:  Part time position, approximately 20hrs/week

Location/Time: Flexible

 

ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW

The Columbus Council on World Affairs is a non-partisan, educational non-profit organization with a 50-year history of delivering high-quality education on cross-cultural understanding and current global affairs.

 

POSITION SUMMARY

The Administrative & Office Assistant delivers efficient and professional administrative support to CCWA’s CEO and COO, as well as coordinate the general office administration for this small, fast-paced team.  The role demands consistently prompt, organized, and dependable support with thoughtful prioritization, impeccable attention to detail, confidentiality, and unparalleled professionalism.

 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

1) General Office Administration (60%)

  • Under the guidance of the Chief Operating Officer, ensure the proper functioning and effectiveness of the administrative/office vendor relationships including: accounting/bookkeeping, auditor, banking, human resources/benefits, IT support, building/office space, copier, telecommunications.
  • Support and collaborate with external bookkeeper on bills, invoices, deposits, team credit card reports and reimbursement, document management, auditor needs, etc.
  • Ensure understanding and engagement among the entire team on office-wide services and systems. Train and educate on these as needed.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact and problem-solver for team members when technical issues arise with contracted office services (e.g. internet, copier), as well as for purchasing supplies and equipment.
  • Coordinate team engagement in shared responsibilities including office cleanliness, workplace/interior design, answering phones/door, copier usage, welcoming/hosting external guests, etc.
  • Design and maintain effective organizational systems, document/file management, and information/workflow processes throughout the office
  • Proactively recommend business improvements for current and future needs.

2)  Executive Administrative Support (30%)

  • Provide support for CEO and COO, including occasional scheduling and clerical needs.
  • Assist with hosting needs for in-office meetings/events including greeting, catering, a/v, etc.
  • Provide support for Board meetings (6x per year) and including logistics, handouts, RSVPs, and minutes.
  • Maintain ongoing Board resources including calendar, directory, meeting minutes, orientation materials, etc.

3) Other Duties (10%)

  • Provide logistical support for CCWA’s public programs.
  • Attend CCWA public events.
  • Manage intern program.
  • Exemplify CCWA’s Core Values.
  • Manage other projects & duties as assigned by the COO.

 

 

PREFERRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

  • At least 3-5 years of relevant experience.
  • Bachelor degree preferred.
  • Demonstrated commitment to CCWA’s mission and values.
    • Respect for our Diverse World: Anchored in our mission to increase global competency and understanding, we embrace the world’s rich abundance of people, cultures, languages, perspectives, experiences.
    • Team/Collaboration Orientation: Together is always better than alone. Farther, together.
    • Growth & Aspiration: We believe in the promise and potential of every individual and each other to change the world.
    • Consistent Excellence: We demand excellence in all that we do- from ourselves and from each other.
    • Passion for Purpose and Positivity: Passion for our mission drives what we do, who we hire, and why we work. And we have fun along the way.
  • Thrives in a collaborative, high-growth, fast-paced, results-oriented, mission-driven environment.
  • Organized, detail-oriented, efficient, prompt, consistent, and accurate.
  • Effective communicator and collaborator.
  • Accountable: Accepts responsibility, sets limits, delivers results.
  • Prioritization: Effectively manages robust workloads, meets deadlines, and successfully prioritizes tasks.
  • Proficient in technology, quick learner, experience with Quickbooks, MS Office, and Sharepoint.

 

TO APPLY 

The Columbus Council on World Affairs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please email a resumé (with references) and cover letter to: apply@columbusworldaffairs.org.   Please type “Administrative & Office Assistant” in the email subject line.

 

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Internship Opportunities

*Internship positions will be filled on a rolling bases, for questions email apply@columbusworldaffairs.org

Internship Schedule

Summer Term

Application opens: Jan 15

Application closes: Feb 28

Summer Term: June 1 – Aug 30

Open Internship Positions:

Marketing & Communications Intern

 

Marketing & Communications Intern

Open Position: Marketing & Communications Intern 

Term: Summer

Work Hours: ~20 hours/week (negotiable)  

Compensation: Unpaid             

Location: Hybrid, both in office and remote 

Reports to: Director of Marketing & Communications 

 

ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW 

The Columbus Council on World Affairs is a non-partisan, non-profit organization with a 50-year history of delivering high-quality education on cross-cultural understanding and current global affairs. 

 

 

POSITION SUMMARY  

The Marketing & Communications Intern will support the Marketing & Communications department of the CCWA. The intern will work primarily with the Director of Marketing & Communications on efforts related to content creation, social media management, and multimedia storytelling. The Intern will also work with the rest of the team to address fundraising efforts related to marketing and communications.  

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Develop ways to tell the Global Scholars Diploma story by highlighting student projects, accomplishments, and community impact  
  • Develop assets that highlight the GSD (Global Scholars Diploma) and the mission of the CCWA
  • Create posts for all of CCWA’s social media platforms that promote CCWA programming and awareness of current global affairs 
  • Engage public in CCWA programming through social media  
  • Assist in creating content for mass email communications to the various audiences of the CCWA
  • Conduct grant research and opportunities for funding

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, COMPETENCIES 

  • Commitment to CCWA’s mission and values 
  • Current undergraduate or graduate candidate, or degree in communications, marketing, education, international affairs, or related field 
  • Experience working with social media, eLearning software, and graphic design preferred 
  • Dependability: follows instructions, consistently on time to meetings and events, ensures completion of projects and tasks, and responds to management direction 
  • Communicator: excellent verbal and written communication skills and maintains open line of communication across all necessary parties 
  • Team-oriented: track record of working collaboratively with diverse individuals in a team environment 
  • Organized: detail-oriented, efficient, consistent, accurate 
  • Accountable: accepts responsibility, sets limits, delivers results, avoids excuses 
  • Prioritization: effectively manages workload, meets deadlines 
  • Other important competencies for success in the role:
    • Adaptability – adapts to changes in the work environment, manages and prioritizes various projects and tasks simultaneously 
    • Positivity – eagerly accepts tasks with a “can-do” attitude and a constant desire to learn new things 
    • Follow-Up – proactively follows-up on all deliverables and requests. Effectively manages details and is highly responsive 
    • Cultural Acumen – values multi-cultural experiences, appreciates cultural differences, and demonstrates inclusion 

TO APPLY 

Please email a resume and cover letter to: apply@columbusworldaffairs.org. Please type “Marketing & Communications Intern” in the email subject line. 

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