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Program Coordinator, Undergraduate International Affairs Programs

George Washington University

United States, D.C., Washington

May 05, 2026

I. JOB OVERVIEW

Job Description Summary:	The George Washington University's Elliott School of International Affairs ( ESIA) is one of the world's leading schools of international affairs and one of the largest schools of international affairs in the United States. Located in the heart of Washington, D.C., its mission is to educate the next generation of international leaders, conduct research that advances understanding of important global issues, and engage the policy community in the United States and around the world. The Elliott School seeks a dynamic and motivated individual to serve as Program Coordinator, Undergraduate International Affairs Programs, to support our Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degree programs, and also provide support to various undergraduate initiatives. The Program Coordinator will report to the Assistant Dean of Undergraduate Studies and is part of the Academic Programs team. The Academic Programs team collaborates, cross-trains, and supports each other's programs as needed. In addition to building collegial relationships with internal team members, the Program Coordinator will work closely with faculty, directors, and staff throughout ESIA and key university offices. The purpose of this position is to provide centralized and general administrative support to the assigned academic programs or initiatives. This role will serve as a point of contact for the assigned programs, will answer typical program questions, and will assist the program faculty with a variety of functional and administrative support. Support could include answering routine and complex inquiries, enrollment assistance, updating websites and list-servs, occasional planning and executing events, scheduling rooms, ordering equipment, processing payments, data entry, preparing reports, and similar duties. Often, these roles are tasked with outreach to other GW stakeholders in order to assist in maintaining standard operational efficiencies. Typical duties often are administrative in nature including tasks that are routine, and under the general supervision of more senior personnel within the Elliott School. Key responsibilities include: Assists the Assistant Dean of Undergraduate Studies in planning and scheduling undergraduate courses, including corresponding with faculty and other GW departments and schools. Supports a variety of curriculum management processes, including review and approval of new courses, working with affiliated departments and schools across GW to gather information about new course offerings, managing attributes which denote which courses can be taken to fulfill degree requirements, and liaising with the Registrar's Office in support of the BA/BSIA programs' courses. Assists with research and internship programs related to BAIABSIA by reviewing student applications for internships, independent studies, and research courses with the Associate Director, enrolling accepted students into their courses, and communicating with faculty their responsibilities as advisors. Refers student and faculty inquiries to the responsible offices, including Undergraduate Advising, Academic Programs, etc. Monitors webpages and Bulletin pages to ensure all information is current and correct, and communicates updates with the responsible offices. Supports the yearly Bulletin update process. Assists with communication and outreach to students regarding courses and opportunities. 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. This is a hybrid position with three days in-person in Washington, DC, and two days remote.
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:	To thrive in this role, the ideal candidate will bring a blend of the following strengths and experiences: Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Flexible, congenial, and efficient. The ability to take initiative and ownership of their work. The ability to communicate clearly with multiple stakeholder groups, both orally and in writing. The ability to work as a member of a team and develop a strong working relationship with the Assistant Dean and Elliott School administrative offices and staff. Previous experience in an academic department and/or Registrar's Office is highly desired. Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace. A demonstrated interest in International Affairs preferred. A Bachelor's degree is highly preferred.
Hiring Range	$21.80 - $28.32
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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.

II. JOB DETAILS

Campus Location:	Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department:	Elliott School of International Affairs (ESIA)
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:	M-F 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Will this job require the employee to work on site?	Yes
Employee Onsite Status	Hybrid
Telework:	Yes
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
Internal Applicants Only?	No
Posting Number:	S014173
Job Open Date:	05/04/2026
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.