Coordinator, STEM Program Engagement and Outreach

Air & Space Forces Assoc•Arlington, VA

2d•$24 - $27•Hybrid

About The Position

The AFA STEM Coordinator of Program Engagement and Outreach supports the promotion, outreach, and day-to-day execution of the CyberPatriot and StellarXplorers programs. This role is responsible coordinating communications, maintaining engagement platforms, and supporting programs operations for competition, camps, and elementary/senior citizen and alumni initiatives. This is a hybrid role.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience preferred.
Must be able to travel (10%).
Technical Competencies (IT)
Problem-Solving
Event Planning
Business Acumen
Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to speak in front of large groups
Strong time management skills and ability to prioritize work and meet long-term and short-term deadlines.
Creativity and alternative thinking for work-related problems and ideas.
Strong customer-service orientation and approach to working with others.
Strong adaptability to stressful situations.
Strong, demonstrated orientation to teamwork and team-based problem solving.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office with extra focus on Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to be consistently thorough and demonstrate attention to detail in completing tasks.
Demonstrated ability to complete, organize, and appropriately document activities.
Demonstrated ability to be honest and ethical in work.

Responsibilities

Develop and update informational and promotional content for CyberPatiot and StellarXplorers programs.
Coordinate outreach to program participants, AFA Chapters and stakeholders via email, social media, monthly newsletters, and web platforms.
Support the execution of engagement plans in collaboration with Program Directors to ensure consistent and timely communication.
Maintain and update content across program websites and social media channels.
Coordinate distribution of t-shirts to competition participants.
Collaborate with AFA’s Communication department on press releases and promotional initiatives.
Travel, as needed, to support program promotion and outreach activities.
Support registration for the CyberPatriot and StellarXplorers competitions.
Manage registration for CyberCamps and StellarCamps
Oversee annual curriculum and training material updates in coordination with CyberPatriot Manager of Operations.
Provide low-level technical support to program participants during competitions.
Compile data and support reporting efforts for registration reports, impact reports, and participant and alumni surveys.
Coordinate development and approval of event signage
Support planning and production of participant gear, swag, and program materials.
Assist with event logistics, including activities sponsorship engagement and team travel coordination.
Coordinate execution of the social media and press releases before, during, and after the event
Assist with on-site setup, teardown, and competition space reset.
Provide general program support for the STEM Programs office as needed.
Assist with other duties and special projects as director by STEM program leadership.