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The Program Coordinator duties are organizing, coordinating, and planning operational facets of a program and its related activities which include, but are not limited to the following: establishing long-term operational objectives, researching factors that may impact the success of the program, and working with individuals or groups to research and document program requirements in order to provide appropriate input into the development of strategic plans.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develops work plans to accomplish program goals and objectives and monitors progress toward their achievement.
• Conducts research and gathers information to develop various publications.
• Develops promotional materials which may include content for reports, briefings, newsletters, grants or other written information related to the program.
• Assists in developing and coordinating program-related conferences, conventions, or meetings.
• Monitors expenditures and may participate in the budget planning process and prepare financial reports.
• May assist in identifying funding resources and developing fund-raising strategies and initiatives.
• Prepares operational and statistical reports.
• Conducts training, represents the program at meetings and conferences, and networks with affiliated groups. May supervise assigned project staff, interns and/or volunteers.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in a field related to the program.
• Two years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:

This position requires excellent organizational, communication, problem solving and interpersonal skills as well as the ability to work independently and with others. Key Responsibilities include:

• Serve as the primary coordinator for the undergraduate program, supporting student engagement initiatives and acting as a resource for students, faculty, and staff.
• Manage class coordination and academic support activities, including scheduling assistance, communication with faculty and students, and monitoring operational needs related to course delivery.
• Maintain and enhance departmental digital presence by updating website content and managing the departmental scholar blog to ensure information is accurate, timely, and engaging.
• Develop, edit, and publish content for departmental communications and outreach efforts, including newsletters, posters, announcements, social media, and other digital platforms.
• Photograph departmental events, lectures, and activities for use in websites, social media, newsletters, promotional materials, and the scholar blog.
• Oversee the administrative operations and budget management of the Psychoanalytic Studies Program housed within the Department of Comparative Literature.
• Coordinate the planning, promotion, and execution of departmental events, lectures, workshops, and conferences.
• Provide general administrative support to departmental leadership and contribute to the efficient operation of departmental programs and initiatives.

NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location.  Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.

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