Program Coordinator - Duke Cancer Institute

Duke Careers • Durham, NC

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About The Position

The Community Outreach & Engagement (COE) Program is looking for a Program Coordinator to join our team. In this role, you will play a vital part in advancing COE’s goals of improving health and well-being in communities, promoting community involvement in clinical trials, and collaborating with community partners. You’ll coordinate outreach activities, manage program operations, and support staff to ensure high-quality delivery of projects that meet Cancer Center Support Grant (CCSG) requirements. If you enjoy organizing impactful programs, collaborating with diverse stakeholders, and making a difference in the community, this is an exciting opportunity for you.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• One year of experience in program administration or academic, instructional, or counseling activities.
• Or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in event and program planning, coordination, and project management.
• Familiarity with community engagement principles, health equity initiatives, and grant compliance.
• Knowledge of Redcap database.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and virtual collaboration tools.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day operations of the COE program, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and CCSG objectives.
• Organize and manage community outreach events, educational programs, and engagement activities, including maintaining program timelines and deliverables.
• Track and report program metrics to demonstrate impact and compliance with CCSG requirements.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, facilitating effective communication, including developing and distributing program communications, newsletters, event announcements and outreach materials.
• Provide administrative and logistical support to program staff, including onboarding and training, preparing progress reports, assisting with grants, and collaborating with COE leaders on budgets and resource allocation.

Benefits

• Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family-friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees