Coordinator, Center for Justice and Reconciliation

Point Loma Nazarene University•San Diego, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Center for Justice and Reconciliation (CJR) at Point Loma Nazarene University is seeking a highly organized and proactive Coordinator to help drive meaningful change through effective operational support and program implementation. The Center specifically focuses on human trafficking prevention, research, and community engagement. This role supports CJR’s multi-level leadership in the implementation of strategic initiatives, programs and goals, manages the CJR Strategic plan dashboard and project management system, and assists in diverse administrative, strategic communication, finance, and donor-relations functions to ensure smooth internal operations and reach. The Coordinator will serve as a primary point of contact and liaison for CJR with students, faculty, staff, campus departments, external partners, and other stakeholders.

Requirements

Associates Degree or comparable education and/or comparable professional work experience
Ability to engage and communicate (interpersonally, verbally, written) with a wide range of individuals and groups from different perspectives and backgrounds.
Proven skills in administration, coordination, and project support for meeting organization goals (budgets/financials, operations, strategy, alignment, etc.).
Strong and warm interpersonal skills including tact, diplomacy and flexibility.
Proficiency in creating, interpreting, organizing, and presenting information (utilizing databases, spreadsheets, presentation tools).
Excellent organizational and administrative skills with a systematic approach, including accuracy and attention to detail.
Self-motivated, with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and keep abreast of changing schedules and developments.
Evidence of Christian commitment and active church involvement.
Staff agree to live in agreement with PLNU’s Community Life Covenant.
The job offer is contingent on the successful completion of a background check.

Nice To Haves

Experience working within higher education or non-profit setting(s), including work with learning goals and outcomes
Experience in accounting, working with budgets and financial literacy strongly preferred
Knowledge of Google Suite applications, Mail Chimp, Canva, Monday.com
Demonstrated understanding of and experience in community engagement and development, social justice frameworks, anti-trafficking initiatives and effective interpersonal communication practices
Proven ability to work effectively with diverse populations in a variety of settings
Ability to distill information to connect with diverse audiences (students, faculty, staff, partners, key stakeholders, clients, etc.)

Responsibilities

Coordinate and manage logistics for CJR programs, meetings, and donor-related events, including space reservations, transportation, supplies, and on-site support.
Oversee procurement of office and program-related supplies in coordination with program staff.
Manage staff expense reports and corrections to ensure fiscal stewardship and compliance with university policies.
Maintain key administrative, academic, legal, financial, and grant-related records to ensure institutional compliance.
Support donor communications logistics, including printing and mailing correspondence, fundraising campaigns, and basic website or social media updates.
Coordinate leadership and staff meeting logistics, including scheduling, agenda preparation, note-taking, and follow-up on action items.
Assist with maintaining and refining office systems, policies, and procedures.
Coordinate administrative support for occasional operational projects such as staff hiring processes or accreditation-related activities.
Support Program Leads and CJR leadership in the implementation of strategic initiatives, programs, and annual goals.
Manage and maintain CJR’s strategic plan dashboard and project management system, tracking progress toward objectives and key results.
Collaborate with staff to document outcomes, milestones, and deliverables across initiatives.
Draft and coordinate CJR’s quarterly internal progress reports for key university stakeholders.
Facilitate communication and coordination across internal departments and external partners to ensure alignment with CJR priorities.
Promote CJR programs through coordinated outreach efforts in collaboration with leadership and program staff.
Serve as a primary point of contact and liaison for students, faculty, staff, campus departments, donors and community partners, ensuring responsive communication and follow-through.
Assist with onboarding, offboarding, scheduling, and general support for CJR staff, student workers, and volunteers.
Collaborate with Program Leads to ensure student workers and volunteers are effectively integrated into CJR’s operations and programming.