Program Coordinator, Sigur Center

• Coordinates the Center's special events and programming under the guidance of Center leadership:
  
  
  • Creates promotional materials and graphic assets for outreach.
  • Oversees venue booking, catering, staffing, and event schedules.
  • Interfaces with key public and private partners to drive audience engagement.
  • Tracks event metrics for internal reporting and provides support for co-sponsored events.
  
  
  
  
  
• Expected to attend all events to handle on-site logistics (event set-up, technology, cleanup, etc.).
• the main point of contact with internal GW partners (IT, Venues team, etc.) and outside vendors.
• May also provide support for co-sponsored events.

• Coordinates the Center's website, content creation, accessibility, and publications.
• Coordinates with other Center staff on communications tools, platforms (EMMA, WordPress, social media), including SEO/optimizing social networking and email marketing.

• Supports the Center's Visiting Scholars (~15-20 annually) program. Handle intake and visa procurement, the scholar's orientation, their required event or publication, their offboarding, and their inquiries.
• As needed, assists Director and Assistant Director with writing, editing, and formatting annual reports for stakeholders.

• May assist with delegating duties for up to three student assistants.
• Under the guidance of the Assistant Programs Director, processes payments and honoraria, reimbursements, and reconciles procurement card charges in a timely manner.

• Enjoys day-to-day program coordination, administrative operations, and creating a welcoming, inclusive environment for students, scholars, colleagues, and visitors.
• Skilled in and energized by coordinating events, workshops, or meetings; experience planning student activities or community outreach initiatives is a plus.
• Experience with-or a strong interest in learning-website content management systems (such as WordPress), email marketing platforms (such as EMMA), social media management.
• Proactive communicator who asks thoughtful questions, checks in on shifting priorities, and knows when to seek guidance.
• Tech-savvy with standard business platforms (Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, Zoom Workplace).
• Strong writing, editing, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to distill complex information clearly across digital platforms.
• Thrives in the details and gets a genuine sense of satisfaction from keeping moving parts organized, on schedule, and running smoothly. Exposure to project management tools (e.g., Asana, Trello, Notion) or digital organizational methods is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field (such as International Affairs, Asian Studies, Communications, or Public Policy) is preferred.
• Experience living, studying, or working in Asia and/or familiarity with a modern Asian language is a plus.

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