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Program Coordinator

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Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 10/10/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/10/2026

Program Coordinator

  • Coordinates and supports the execution of professional learning initiatives of the Ounce Institute, as well as providing support for the division’s program and operational needs.
  • Essential Job Duties
  • Coordinate with Ounce Institute team members to ensure the delivery of collaborative and quality services to programs
  • Manage the workflow of the professional learning and programmatic initiatives to ensure timeliness and quality of program and operational work. 
  • Coordinate the logistics and operational support needs for OI professional learning events.
  • Manage operations of internal and external events, meetings, and calendaring.
  • Maintain integrity of data across database management systems, CRM, project collaboration and event management platforms.
  • Utilize data and reporting processes and systems to track program participation and find opportunities to enhance services being provided to programs.
  • Act as liaison to external stakeholders, including consultants, funders, program staff and home visiting model developers.
  • Act as liaison to internal stakeholders, including members of other Ounce divisions, to ensure programmatic alignment between the division and the organization.
  • Actively engage in and collaborate on division projects.
  • Transcribe, edit and record minutes of meetings; compose routine memoranda, letters, email and other internal and external correspondence as requested.
  • Perform other job related duties as requested.

Required Qualifications – Required qualifications to effectively perform the job.  An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered.  (Additional requirements may be designated by position.)

  • Bachelor's Degree in public administration, business management, secretarial sciences, technology, education, or related field.
  • Minimum two years related experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities – May be representative, but not all-inclusive, of those knowledge, skills and abilities commonly associated with this position.

  • Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), cloud file sharing (e.g. Dropbox), email and online calendar.
  • Strong proficiency with or ability to learn and master computer and internet-based technology/software programs (including but not limited to database management systems, CRM, project collaboration and event management platforms).
  •  Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
  • Strong prioritization and time management skills, with ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to exercise independent judgment in most repeated and routine responsibilities.
  • Strong communication skills (written, verbal, organizational and interpersonal) and ability to work with individuals at varying levels of the organization.
  • Ability to work independently and/or as a team member in a fast-paced, diverse and dynamic work environment.
  • Able to be adaptable, flexible and manage change in order to achieve positive outcomes.
  • Ability to process, protect and exercise discretion in handling confidential information and materials.
  • Be accountable, authentic and transparent at work.
  • Work Environment – Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.
  • ●        General office conditions. Exposed to moderate noise levels.
  • Physical Abilities - Activities that are commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.  The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
  • Regularly required to sit and work on a computer; must have clarity of vision at 20 inches or less and be able to judge distance and space relationships as well as identify and distinguish colors.
  • Must be able to have repetitive wrist, hand and/or finger movement and precise hand-eye coordination.
  • Frequently required to talk and hear.
  • Must have clarity of vision at 20 feet or more.
  • Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds.
  • Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.

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