Programming Coordinator, Corporate and CEO Programs

Council on Foreign Relations•Washington, DC

7d•$65,000 - $73,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Programming Coordinator, Corporate and CEO Programs, provides critical research and programming administration support for all corporate programming to ensure team goals are met. This full-time position can be based in either CFR’s New York office or Washington office at least three days per week, with institutional anchor days on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Effective September 14, 2026, employees will be based on-site at least four days per week, and the remote working schedule is subject to change. The role involves assisting with the development and execution of corporate programming (virtual and in-person roundtables, conferences, special events, etc.) for senior executives and business experts, managing a portfolio of corporate programs, researching relevant topics, executing marketing initiatives, drafting correspondence, providing administrative support, covering the Corporate Program's email and phone line, and extensive use of the membership database. The coordinator will also work closely with team members and other departments, staff events as needed, and perform other assigned duties.

Requirements

Degree in international relations, international business, or a related field
A minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience, preferably at a non-profit organization or in the private sector.
Knowledge of international relations, business, and economics.
Excellent communication skills, including exceptional writing, attention to detail, proofreading, and editing skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft 365
Flexible schedule with willingness to work early morning and evening events.

Nice To Haves

Event planning and logistics experience preferred.
Microsoft Dynamics database management experience a plus
Aptitude to learn and utilize different technologies.

Responsibilities

Assist with the development and execution of corporate programming (virtual and in-person roundtables, conferences, special events, etc.) on topics at the nexus of business and policy for senior executives from leading global companies and experts from the business community.
Manage a portfolio of corporate programs, including the conceptualization of meeting topics, research and development of proposals, and management of the logistics lifecycle from speaker coordination to event-day and follow-up responsibilities.
Research and remain current on relevant topics and regions for member companies and prospect member companies.
Assist with and execute marketing initiatives for the department, including developing content for, editing, and distributing select monthly newsletters for corporate members; monitoring and updating the public-facing business and foreign policy hub on the CFR website; and working with the member relations team to consistently refresh marketing and outreach documents.
Draft correspondence including meeting invitations and speaker’s logistics materials and provide administrative support to the programming team.
Provide occasional coverage for the email and phone line for the Corporate Program, serving as an initial point of contact for executives from corporate member companies.
Extensive use of the membership database, including updating contact information and profiles, tracking speaking invitations and event attendance, writing and executing queries, and generating database reports.
Work closely with all Corporate and CEO Programs team members and other departments in support of overall departmental and institutional priorities and provide assistance across departmental lines upon request.
Staff Corporate and CEO Programs events as well as meetings hosted by other departments, as needed.
Perform any other duties or tasks as assigned or required.