Special Programs Coordinator

EDSI (Educational Data Systems, Inc.)•Waller, TX

About The Position

The Special Programs Coordinator supports the coordination, implementation, and monitoring of special projects, grants, and designated program initiatives. Working collaboratively with management, staff, partners, and participants, the coordinator helps implement projects successfully, achieve established outcomes, and meet program and funding requirements. The role may also provide support to other program teams during periods of increased activity and may work across different locations, programs, or initiatives according to organizational needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, education, or a related field.
Excellent verbal and written communication, analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Experience working effectively in a team-oriented environment.
Demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple tasks, projects, or priorities while meeting established deadlines.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and exercise sound judgment.
Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
Ability to establish and maintain effective professional relationships with a variety of individuals and organizations.
Proficiency with databases, tracking systems, Microsoft Office, and other technology platforms used to monitor and report project activities.
Reliable transportation and a clean driving record when travel between locations is required.
Ability to work effectively in office, virtual, community, or program environments as required by assigned projects.

Nice To Haves

Experience in workforce development, human services, project coordination, grant-funded programs, or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement effective practices to coordinate projects, initiatives, grants, and program activities in support of program quality and successful outcomes.
Lead project activities, including planning, organizing, process development, and execution.
Collaborate with staff and management to plan, promote, implement, and monitor project activities and customized benchmarks in line with established goals and funding requirements.
Provide operational and administrative support to designated program offices, service locations, and project teams.
Monitor individual and team progress toward goals, performance measures, and project targets using databases, tracking systems, and other technology platforms.
Prepare, maintain, and submit routine project reports, including monthly follow-up reports and performance updates.
Facilitate meetings, trainings, presentations, events, and other activities related to designated projects or initiatives.
Promote effective communication and collaboration among project team members and organizational stakeholders.
Participate in staff and project meetings, trainings, and other organizational activities as required.
Ensure activities and services comply with organizational policies, program requirements, and applicable grant or funding guidelines.
Prepare and deliver executive-level reports, dashboards, and briefings on project status, outcomes, and key performance metrics for leadership and organizational stakeholders.
Apply project management principles, tools, and methodologies to plan, track, and drive projects to completion, managing timelines, milestones, deliverables, and resources.
Provide additional support and assume other responsibilities as assigned based on organizational and project needs.