Program Coordinator - Projects & Communications

Worcester, MA (Hybrid)

$55K/yr – $65K/yrMid Level3+ years expFull time

Posted 3 months ago

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Job Summary

Coordinate department projects and communications to support senior staff and ensure timely updates.

  • Own the coordination of department projects, timelines, and communications.
  • Must-have: 1-3 years of project coordination and communications planning experience.
  • Standout: Proficiency with CMS, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Creative Suite for content creation.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Organize and plan work activities of the Department for review with appropriate senior staff
  • Implement and manage tasks in accordance with departmental objectives
  • Participate as a member of project teams; assist with project development activities such as compiling data, drafting reports, responding to requests, and supporting special projects.
  • Assist senior staff with project development activities: compiling data, drafting reports, and assisting with special projects
  • Develop and maintain time schedules for department staff, project events and office activities
  • Maintain project plans and produce related project reports and schedule activities for department staff and project events.
  • Compile and analyze data, and draft project and communication reports for review by senior staff
  • Initiate and maintain contact with key personnel including staff, department heads and external parties
  • Update the Director or designee on project details and changes in a timely manner
  • Review pertinent correspondence, communications, and background materials daily to remain current on departmental and operational matters.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Level Degree or equivalent in business administration, communications, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 1-3 years of experience coordinating and planning projects and managing communications.
  • Ability to work in a team and meet performance deadlines in a dynamic environment.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills necessary to interact with clients and staff.
  • Demonstrated experience in using computer-based tools including electronic mail, word processing, spreadsheet and database products.
  • Proficient in computer-based tools for project and communication support, including email, word processing, spreadsheets, and databases, as well as digital communications and graphics applications such as content management systems (CMS), Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), and presentation software (PowerPoint, Visio).
  • Knowledge of content creation and dissemination for digital platforms (web, email, social media).
  • Demonstrated experience in strategic messaging, audience analysis, and adapting communications to varied platforms
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