Women's Center Program Coordinator
The Women's Center Program Coordinator provides logistic and programmatic support for the Women's Center at Wake Forest University. The Program Coordinator's primary responsibility is managing planning and logistics for all programming; developing and advising students, and managing outreach.
Essential Functions :
- Performs tasks related to the planning, organizing, and supervising the delivery of Women's Center programs that support the campus community and provides opportunities for student leadership and civic engagement.
- Coordinates Center daily operations and provides administrative assistance, as needed.
- Supervises Women's Center student employees. Supports the development of student coalitions and organizations seeking partnership, guidance, or advising.
- Advises peer mentoring program, supporting student leaders to recruit and train participants, and working with the Mentoring Resource Center to develop and facilitate curriculum
- Coordinates events including scheduling speakers, working with vendors, overseeing registration processes
Collaboration and Outreach :
Manages volunteer programs, ensuring that all volunteers are appropriately trained and placed, and conducting annual assessment to measure the programs' effectivenessSupports development of student coalitions and organizations seeking partnership, guidance, or advising.Responds to student-identified needs with creative problem solvingFacilitates intentional conversations that support student identity development, build resilience, and work through interpersonal conflict.Administrative Coordination :
Strong organizational and planning skills, including a strong attention to details, prioritization, and time management.Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with multiple constituents and stakeholders from all backgrounds.Ability to collaborate, build strong relationships, and align individual project work with the organization's larger mission.Capable of reporting to multiple managers and balancing multiple projects and deliverables.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Proficiency in Microsoft Office, the internet, and other relevant software; demonstrated ability to learn new software and systems quickly.Program Coordination :
Exceptional level of organization and demonstrated success in handling detailed projects from inception to completion.Knowledge and demonstrated understanding of event management and program support within complex organizational structures; preferred experience in higher education.Advancing Strategic Vision :
Demonstrated commitment to community and belonging in a higher education environment.Other Functions :
Ability to handle sensitive information in a confidential manner.Ability to deliver and receive feedback effectivelyAbility to adapt to changing work environments.Ability to work beyond the standard workday, including nights and weekends, for programs and special events.Required Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities :
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.A minimum of one year of full-time (or equivalent, such as two years of part-time graduate work) experience required; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.Experience developing and implementing programs for undergraduate students that support their academic and personal resilience and success.General knowledge of office management techniques, practices, and procedures.Proficiency in Google Suite, the internet, and other relevant software.Ability to handle sensitive information in a confidential manner.Ability to always present and display a professional demeanor.Ability to demonstrate effective communication skills both verbally and in writing.Ability to analyze and interpret policy and procedural questions.Ability to research and resolve office management and administrative problems and questions.Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities :
Experience in and demonstrated sensitivity to working with the academic and student-life units in higher education, and with students from diverse backgrounds.Demonstrated competence in working to support all students in a higher education environment.Comfort with using AI or willing to learn.Physical Requirements :
Occasionally ascending or descending stairs.Occasionally remaining in a stationary position, standing or sitting for prolonged periods.Occasionally moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.Occasionally adjusting or moving objects up to 20 pounds in all directions.Constantly communicating with others to exchange information.Occasionally repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and / or fingers.Environmental Conditions :
Occasional outdoor elements, such as precipitation and wind.Occasional noisy environments.Additional Job Description :
Time Type Requirement : Full time
Note to Applicant : This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his / her supervisor.
In order to provide a safe and productive learning and living community, Wake Forest University conducts background investigations and drug screens for all final staff candidates being considered for employment.
Equal Opportunity Statement : The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified candidates to apply without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and military or veteran status.
Accommodations for Applicants : If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact AskHR@wfu.edu or (336) 758-4700.