George Washington University
Program Coordinator, Special Events & Outreach
🇺🇸
Washington, DC
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Full-Time
💰
$21 - $28
per Hour
💻
Other
🗓️
February 3rd, 2026
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Edtech.com's Summary
George Washington University is hiring a Program Coordinator, Special Events & Outreach. The role involves coordinating events and programming to enhance the international student life experience and collaborating with the Office for Study Abroad to promote international education for undergraduate students. The coordinator manages event logistics, supervises the International Student Ambassador Program, and handles social media and communications to engage the GW international community.
Highlights
- Coordinate international and cross-cultural events and programming for international students, scholars, and study abroad participants.
- Provide pre-event and on-site support including registration, promotion, set up, check-in, vendor/venue coordination, and post-event reporting.
- Manage the International Student Ambassador (ISCA) Program, including hiring, training, supervision, and event development.
- Create and manage content for ISO social media accounts and oversee ISCA social media activities.
- Collaborate with GW student organizations and support International Services Office communications.
- Work schedule requires some evenings and weekends.
- Required qualifications: High school diploma/GED plus 3 years relevant experience or a Bachelor's degree conferred by start date.
- Preferred skills: Experience with design/content platforms (Canva, Adobe Creative Cloud), email marketing software, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and international education or student affairs.
- Compensation range: $21.27 - $27.63 per hour.
- Position requires on-site presence with 5 days in person on the Foggy Bottom campus and background screening.
Program Coordinator, Special Events & Outreach Full Description
Program Coordinator, Special Events & Outreach
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
- Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status
- Requires 5 Days in Person on the Foggy Bottom Campus
Posting Details
I. JOB OVERVIEW
Job Description Summary: | The International Services Office (ISO) at the George Washington University facilitates international educational exchange through its services and programs. It serves as the primary administrative, programming, and advising office for the GW international community. This position will coordinate events and programming to enrich the international student life experience for all members of the GW international community.
The Office for Study Abroad (OSA) provides and facilitates quality international educational opportunities at the George Washington University. This position also partners with the OSA to support international education promotion and engagement of undergraduate students. In collaboration with the Program Associate, this position is responsible for supporting the planning and execution of international and cross-cultural events and programs offered to international students and scholars, as well as outgoing study-abroad students.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
This position supports the development and implementation of events and programming for international students/scholars and outgoing study abroad students, sponsored by the International Services Office (ISO) and the Office for Study Abroad (OSA) to include: Provides pre-event and on-site support including registration, promotion, set up, check-in, vendor/venue coordination, and post-event breakdown and reporting Manages the International Student Ambassador (ISCA) Program, co-sponsored by the ISO and the Center for Career Services, including hiring, training, supervision, and development and implementation of ISCA-led events and programs Leads the development and implementation of programming for J-1 undergraduate exchange students and signature programs Responsible for creating content and managing ISO Social Media Accounts and providing oversight for ISCA social media accounts Responsible for relationship management/collaboration with GW Student Organizations Supports coordination of communications for the International Services Office newsletter and listserv Due to the nature of this position, some work during evenings and weekends may be required
Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
Minimum Qualifications: | Qualified candidates will hold a high school diploma/GED plus 3 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant area of study. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications: | Experience and comfort working with design and content creation platforms, including Canva, Adobe Creative Cloud, and email marketing software is highly desirable Experience in study, travel, and work overseas is highly desirable Desire to learn new skills, think critically, and work creatively to problem solve and constantly improve outputs Strong organizational skills Experience in at least two of the following areas is preferred: International education administration Student Affairs Events management Developing and/or leading cross-cultural programs Exceptional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills desired Strong knowledge of both Google Workspace (Drive, Sheets, Docs, Slides etc.) and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, etc.) is preferred.
Hiring Range | $21.27 - $27.63
GW Staff Approach to Pay | How is pay for new employees determined at GW?
The Office for Study Abroad (OSA) provides and facilitates quality international educational opportunities at the George Washington University. This position also partners with the OSA to support international education promotion and engagement of undergraduate students. In collaboration with the Program Associate, this position is responsible for supporting the planning and execution of international and cross-cultural events and programs offered to international students and scholars, as well as outgoing study-abroad students.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
This position supports the development and implementation of events and programming for international students/scholars and outgoing study abroad students, sponsored by the International Services Office (ISO) and the Office for Study Abroad (OSA) to include: Provides pre-event and on-site support including registration, promotion, set up, check-in, vendor/venue coordination, and post-event breakdown and reporting Manages the International Student Ambassador (ISCA) Program, co-sponsored by the ISO and the Center for Career Services, including hiring, training, supervision, and development and implementation of ISCA-led events and programs Leads the development and implementation of programming for J-1 undergraduate exchange students and signature programs Responsible for creating content and managing ISO Social Media Accounts and providing oversight for ISCA social media accounts Responsible for relationship management/collaboration with GW Student Organizations Supports coordination of communications for the International Services Office newsletter and listserv Due to the nature of this position, some work during evenings and weekends may be required
Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
Minimum Qualifications: | Qualified candidates will hold a high school diploma/GED plus 3 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant area of study. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications: | Experience and comfort working with design and content creation platforms, including Canva, Adobe Creative Cloud, and email marketing software is highly desirable Experience in study, travel, and work overseas is highly desirable Desire to learn new skills, think critically, and work creatively to problem solve and constantly improve outputs Strong organizational skills Experience in at least two of the following areas is preferred: International education administration Student Affairs Events management Developing and/or leading cross-cultural programs Exceptional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills desired Strong knowledge of both Google Workspace (Drive, Sheets, Docs, Slides etc.) and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, etc.) is preferred.
Hiring Range | $21.27 - $27.63
GW Staff Approach to Pay | How is pay for new employees determined at GW?
Healthcare Benefits
GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.
GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.
II. JOB DETAILS
Campus Location: | Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department: | Academic Affairs
Family | Academic Affairs
Sub-Family | Program Administration
Stream | Service and Support
Level | Level 3
Full-Time/Part-Time: | Full-Time
Hours Per Week: | 40
Work Schedule: | Monday through Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm including some extended and overnight hours
Will this job require the employee to work on site? | Yes
Employee Onsite Status | On-campus (in person)
Telework: | No
Required Background Check: | Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions to Applicants: | Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status Requires 5 Days in Person on the Foggy Bottom Campus
Internal Applicants Only? | No
Posting Number: | S014026
Job Open Date: | 01/30/2026
Job Close Date: |
If temporary, grant funded, Sponsored Project funded or limited term appointment, position funded until: |
Background Screening | Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement: | The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
College/School/Department: | Academic Affairs
Family | Academic Affairs
Sub-Family | Program Administration
Stream | Service and Support
Level | Level 3
Full-Time/Part-Time: | Full-Time
Hours Per Week: | 40
Work Schedule: | Monday through Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm including some extended and overnight hours
Will this job require the employee to work on site? | Yes
Employee Onsite Status | On-campus (in person)
Telework: | No
Required Background Check: | Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions to Applicants: | Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status Requires 5 Days in Person on the Foggy Bottom Campus
Internal Applicants Only? | No
Posting Number: | S014026
Job Open Date: | 01/30/2026
Job Close Date: |
If temporary, grant funded, Sponsored Project funded or limited term appointment, position funded until: |
Background Screening | Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement: | The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Are you a current employee of The George Washington University?
- Yes
- No
- * For current GW employees, have you completed your Introductory Employment Period (IEP)? (As a reminder, employees in their IEP are not eligible to apply for other internal university staff and research positions until the IEP is complete.)
- Yes, IEP complete
- No, still in IEP
- N/a - not a current GW employee
- * What is your expected salary range?
(Open Ended Question)
Documents needed to Apply
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Optional Documents
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Phone: 202-994-8500
Fax: 202-994-9680
Email: askhrmd@gwu.edu
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Washington, DC 20006
Phone: 202-994-8500
Fax: 202-994-9680
Email: askhrmd@gwu.edu
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