Strategic Engagements Coordinator

United States Space Foundation • Arlington, VA

8d • $34 - $36 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Strategic Engagements Coordinator serves as a trusted operational partner to the Senior Vice President of Strategic Engagements, ensuring the efficient execution of Space Foundation's strategic engagement initiatives and government relations coordination in Washington, DC. This role combines team support, cross-functional project coordination, overseeing executive communications and scheduling, and supporting relationships with government, industry, and nonprofit stakeholders.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented, with exceptional communication and coordination skills. This individual will oversee day-to-day operations for the Strategic Engagements team, track priorities and deliverables, coordinate meetings and executive briefings, assist with budgeting and reporting, and identify opportunities to improve processes and operational effectiveness. Success in this role requires sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while supporting Space Foundation's mission to advance the global space ecosystem.

Requirements

• 3 -5 years of administrative support experience required.
• A bachelor's degree is required in a political science, communications, or aerospace field of study.
• Strong detail orientation with the ability to multi-task and prioritize.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Proficiency in current office technology, e.g. MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Nice To Haves

• Capitol Hill experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational support to the Senior Vice President of Strategic Engagements.
• Coordinate strategic initiatives, meetings, events, and stakeholder engagements.
• Manage team priorities, project timelines, and cross-functional deliverables.
• Prepare executive briefings, presentations, reports, and correspondence.
• Support budget tracking, contracts, travel, and administrative operations.
• Maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders while ensuring timely follow-up on action items.
• Develop and improve operational processes that enhance team effectiveness and organizational impact.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level