Senior Program Coordinator
About The Position
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Senior Program Coordinator for the Paul Robeson Cultural Center. Among the key duties of the position are the following: Plans and executes programs on behalf of the PRCC that increase overall awareness of issues relevant to the African American and African Diasporic community. Coordinates programs such as Black Welcome Week, the Rites of Passage Pre-Commencement Celebration, Robeson recognition programs, etc. Serves as a liaison between the Paul Robeson Cultural Center and other university departments, community members, and student organizations. Works collaboratively with various divisional, campus units and student organizations to meet programmatic goals and objectives. Works with the Center staff to coordinate the recruiting, managing, and training of the center's student interns, work-study students, graduate students, and volunteers, supervising the students' day-to-day responsibilities. Plays a key role in connecting with the student body by advising registered student organizations, which includes providing administrative oversight of student organizations and their operations; meets with student leaders as needed. Develops, implements and evaluates the center's media/marketing efforts including social media and websites. Serves as a liaison to the Student Affairs media/marketing units. Works on a variety of projects as assigned by the director, which may include but is not limited to grants research, workshops, leadership development and other programs. Serves as a backup to PRCC Administrative Assistant for purchasing on behalf of PRCC.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree, preferably in education, communication, student affairs, African American/Africana Studies or closely related field/discipline, and two (2) years of experience working in a comparable position with success in program development, project management, logistical management, and supervisory skills; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
- Strong administrative skills and the ability to work independently, multi-task, think creatively, and build relationships.
- Outstanding interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
- Advanced knowledge of Outlook, MSWord, Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft platforms.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge and efficiency in use of social media tools.
- Knowledge in graphic art programs such as Illustrator or Photoshop.
- Knowledge in web development / Drupal / Wordpress.
- Knowledge of various on and off campus resources as points of referrals for students.
- Ability to maintain a level of cultural competency that reflects, at minimum, an understanding of the cultural needs/issues faced by our student constituency.
- Ability to demonstrate student-centered approaches to their responsibilities.
Responsibilities
- Plans and executes programs on behalf of the PRCC that increase overall awareness of issues relevant to the African American and African Diasporic community.
- Coordinates programs such as Black Welcome Week, the Rites of Passage Pre-Commencement Celebration, Robeson recognition programs, etc.
- Serves as a liaison between the Paul Robeson Cultural Center and other university departments, community members, and student organizations.
- Works collaboratively with various divisional, campus units and student organizations to meet programmatic goals and objectives.
- Works with the Center staff to coordinate the recruiting, managing, and training of the center's student interns, work-study students, graduate students, and volunteers, supervising the students' day-to-day responsibilities.
- Plays a key role in connecting with the student body by advising registered student organizations, which includes providing administrative oversight of student organizations and their operations; meets with student leaders as needed.
- Develops, implements and evaluates the center's media/marketing efforts including social media and websites.
- Serves as a liaison to the Student Affairs media/marketing units.
- Works on a variety of projects as assigned by the director, which may include but is not limited to grants research, workshops, leadership development and other programs.
- Serves as a backup to PRCC Administrative Assistant for purchasing on behalf of PRCC.
Benefits
- Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
- Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
- Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
- Employee and dependent educational benefits
- Life insurance coverage
- Employee discounts programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Educational Services
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
