Program Coordinator, Industry-aligned Initiatives

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Here is what we offer:

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support
• Work-Life Balance: PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangements
• Financial Wellness: Competitive salary, 403(b) with company match
• Professional Development: Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement paths
• Additional Perks: Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company culture

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We are seeking a Program Coordinator, Industry-aligned Initiatives, who provides administrative and programmatic support for the Center for Applied Data Science and Analytics (CADSA), with a focus on industry-aligned AI, data science, and analytics initiatives.

The role supports seed and mini-grant programs that drive research, curriculum innovation, and workforce-aligned engagement through faculty initiatives, student engagement, workshops, and partnerships.

The position ensures effective program execution, communication, and reporting and reports to the Executive Director of CADSA.

NATURE AND SCOPE:

Internal contacts generally include faculty, staff, and students. External contacts generally include industry partners, vendors, consultants, visitors, and the general public.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Coordinate seed and mini-grant programs (submissions, reviews, awards, compliance), including pre- and post-award administration.

• Track timelines, milestones, and deliverables; compile reports.

• Support industry-aligned curriculum initiatives, including faculty mini-grants and pilots.

• Coordinate workshops, trainings, and engagement activities, including faculty bootcamps and grant writing workshops.

• Organize research showcases, symposia, convenings, and faculty development sessions.

• Provide administrative support for meetings (agendas, minutes, action tracking).

• Prepare communications, reports, and presentations.

• Maintain financial and administrative records (budgets, procurement, expenses).

• Serve as liaison across CADSA, academic units, and partners.

• Maintain program data, records, and digital content; support reporting and program evaluation.

• Coordinate vendors and logistics for events, trainings, and competitions.

• Ensure compliance with university policies and grant requirements.

• Support student-facing initiatives such as applied projects and business case competitions.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Strong organizational and project management skills.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines.

• Ability to coordinate events and collaborate across stakeholders.

• Knowledge of university administration and grant processes.

• Familiarity with curriculum or workforce-aligned initiatives preferred.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and collaboration tools (e.g., Teams, Zoom, SharePoint).

• Experience with budgets, procurement, and financial tracking.

• Ability to manage program data and reporting.

• Discretion and confidentiality.

• Commitment to advancing AI and data science aligned with Howard University’s mission.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree and four to six years of progressively responsible administrative or program coordination experience, preferably in higher education, workforce development, or industry partnership environments.

• Up to ten years of related work experience may be substituted in lieu of educational qualifications.

Compliance Salary Range Disclosure

Compensation Range: $65,000 - $75,000