Programs Coordinator

Program Coordinator

About International House

Mission:
To foster intercultural respect and understanding, lifelong friendships, and leadership skills for a more just and peaceful world.

Founded in 1930 through a gift from John

D. Rockefeller, Jr., International House is a self-supporting, not-for-profit, residential, and community‑oriented facility located at the foothills of the University of California Berkeley Campus. Since its founding, International House has housed more than 95,000 residents including two Governors of California, eight Nobel Prize laureates, civil rights and free‑speech advocates, ambassadors, business leaders, and royalty.

Each year I‑House provides some 1,100 students and scholars from 75+ nationalities with an opportunity to live and learn together in an inclusive and safe environment over a typical 12‑month cycle. I‑House strives to augment the residential life experience by encouraging lifetime personal and professional connections that transform lives and enhance career opportunities. I‑House’s programs serve residents, the campus, and the local community.

The Resident Life and Intercultural Development Office (RIO) plans and executes a year‑round residential program designed to foster cultural intelligence (CQ), intercultural learning, and leadership development within the International House community.

The Programs Coordinator plays a key role in bringing this vision to life through hands‑on program planning, execution, and resident support. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Resident Engagement, the position supports the design and delivery of large‑scale signature events, ongoing social and educational programming, and resident‑initiated initiatives. The Programs Coordinator also trains, supervises, and advises student workers and resident leaders, contributing directly to a vibrant and inclusive residential experience.

This position requires regular evening and weekend availability to support programs and events.

Serve as a core contributor to the planning and delivery of I‑House programming—from concept through execution—including signature events (e.g., Weekly Coffee Hours, Festival of Cultures, Sunday Suppers), social and community‑building activities (movie nights, hikes, sports, talks), and resident‑initiated events.

• Manage program logistics, timelines, and operational details within established budgets and timelines
• Support with monitoring, ordering, and maintaining program supplies and storage
• Coordinate event setup and breakdown in collaboration with other internal I‑House departments
• Support event marketing and promotion in coordination with the marketing communications team
• Assist with management of event registration processes and vendor coordination
• Collaborate with internal I‑House departments to ensure smooth program delivery
• Oversee resident‑initiated events from proposal review through execution
• Advise residents on event planning best practices, policies, and procedures
• Assist in cultivating strategic partnerships with internal and external campus stakeholders

• Support the supervision and day‑to‑day work of student staff
• Assist with onboarding, training, and ongoing skill development of student staff
• Support coordination of work schedules, assignments, and project timelines
• Provide guidance and support to resident leaders as they plan and execute programs

• Assist with assessment and evaluation of resident programming and engagement
• Support data collection, analysis, and reflection to inform future programming
• Contribute insights related to resident needs, interests, and intercultural engagement

• Strong program and project management skills with attention to detail
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong customer service orientation and ability to work with diverse populations
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or similar productivity tools
• Ability to think creatively, problem‑solve, and adapt in a fast‑paced environment

• Experience in higher…