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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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Summer Term

Application opens: Jan 15

Application closes: Feb 28

Summer Term: June 1 – Aug 30

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