Board Program Coordinator

Howard University

34d•$80,000 - $85,000

About The Position

The Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions which contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University. Hiring staff “for fit” makes significant contributions to Howard University’s overall mission. At Howard University, we prioritize well-being and professional growth. The Board Program Coordinator supports governance, stakeholder engagement, and Board-affiliated initiatives administered through the Office of the Secretary, including the Board of Visitors Program, Trustee Alumni Leadership Academy, and TCIAC. The Coordinator serves as a central point of coordination across Board-affiliated initiatives, supporting participant engagement, operational continuity, communications, and program administration. This position requires a highly organized, professional, and collaborative individual with strong communication, program management, and project coordination skills, as well as the ability to manage sensitive information and multiple priorities in a fast-paced and highly confidential environment. The Coordinator supports the administration and operational execution of Board-affiliated programs and stakeholder engagement activities managed through the Office of the Secretary. The role requires regular interaction with trustees, volunteers, alumni, University leadership, and external stakeholders, and supports governance-related communications, engagement tracking, meetings, and special initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
Minimum of 5–7 years of professional experience in program coordination, program management, operations, stakeholder engagement, governance administration, or related fields
Strong organizational, communication, program management, and project coordination skills
Demonstrated professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under deadlines
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, database systems, and related administrative technologies

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting boards, executive leadership, or governance bodies strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Support the administration and ongoing operations of the University’s Board of Visitors Program, including supporting Board of Visitors meetings, engagement activities, and related initiatives, the full membership lifecycle, and maintaining operational records.
Provide coordination and operational support for the Trustee Alumni Leadership Academy, including supporting Academy sessions, meetings, and engagement activities, communications, participant engagement, and scheduling.
Provide administrative and operational support for TCIAC and related governance initiatives, including supporting governance-related meetings and stakeholder engagement activities.
Support Board operations, governance activities, and executive-level initiatives sponsored by the Office of the Secretary, including supporting Board and committee meetings, retreats, and special events.
Support the administration of Board initiative databases and engagement tracking systems, including maintaining records, supporting reporting processes, and assisting with participant and engagement tracking.
Support communications and operational coordination related to Board initiatives, including correspondence, meeting and event coordination, materials preparation, calendar management, and stakeholder follow-up.