Coordinator of Programming & Leadership

University of New Hampshire

3d•$43,710 - $77,920•Onsite

About The Position

The Coordinator of Programming and Leadership serves as the University’s primary student engagement programmer and advisor, providing educational, leadership, and social programming for students. The role also supports and advises campus student organizations through leadership training and workshops. The Coordinator develops and implements leadership education and social programming, including large-scale signature events, Make and Take events, campus-wide leadership programs, welcome programming during Wildcat Days, University Day, Lead UNH, the Maker’s Expo, and senior programming. The position chairs the Cross-Campus Programming Committee and provides leadership development services to student groups, campus departments, academic classes, and student staff. The Coordinator directly advises several recognized student organizations: 91.3 FM WUNH, The New Hampshire, Main Street Magazine, and Wildcards. Advising includes organizational coaching and support, budget and operational guidance, technical oversight and FCC compliance where applicable, and ongoing organizational development workshops. Additional duties include supporting the day-to-day operations of Student Engagement & Belonging; managing resources; collaborating on marketing; serving on University committees; contributing to short- and long-range planning; analyzing programming data; and participating in professional development. The position is based in Durham, New Hampshire.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
1–3 years of related experience working in student engagement and/or with student organizations, programming, and/or leadership development.
Ability to deal effectively with the public, students, faculty, staff, and external agencies.
Ability to work flexibly when activities fall outside normal working hours.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with diverse populations.
Sustained commitment to supporting inclusion and equity.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in a related field.
Knowledge of student and leadership development theories and practices.
Understanding of the role of the student union and its programs.
Knowledge of and experience with college student organizations and their needs.
Direct supervisory experience.
Experience developing and presenting workshops, classes, and training.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement leadership education and social programming for the student body.
Plan and execute large-scale signature social programs and Make and Take events, including contract review and fiscal reconciliation.
Develop and facilitate campus-wide leadership programming.
Plan and execute Student Engagement & Belonging’s welcome event during Wildcat Days.
Collaborate with the Assistant Director of Student Engagement & Belonging and the Coordinator of Student Organizations to plan and execute University Day.
Collaborate with the Assistant Director of Student Engagement & Belonging to create and facilitate the curriculum for Lead UNH, a four-day leadership institute for approximately 45 students and 10 staff.
Plan and execute the Maker’s Expo, UNH’s artisan craft fair.
Plan and execute senior programming for graduating students with campus partners, including advising a graduation programming committee.
Chair the Cross-Campus Programming Committee and support campus partners in sharing best practices and resources.
Provide leadership development services for student groups, campus departments, academic classes, and student staff.
Advise 91.3 FM WUNH, including coaching the organization, liaising with non-student constituents, overseeing technical needs, and ensuring FCC compliance.
Advise The New Hampshire, including coaching its editorial and business sides.
Advise Main Street Magazine, including coaching its editorial and business sides.
Advise Wildcards, including support for its budget and general organization management.
Plan and facilitate ongoing organizational development workshops for student organization members throughout the academic year.
Assist with day-to-day operations of Student Engagement & Belonging.
Maximize the use of funding, facilities, time, and other resources.
Collaborate with marketing staff on marketing efforts.
Serve on University-wide committees.
Provide leadership and direction in developing short- and long-range plans.
Gather and analyze data for reporting and recommendations related to social and leadership programming.
Participate in professional development opportunities.
Perform other duties as assigned.