Program Coordinator, Center Child and Family Policy, Sanford School of Public Policy

Program Coordinator, Center for Child and Family Policy, Sanford School of Public Policy

Work Arrangement:
Hybrid (On-Site and Remote mix)

Location:

Durham, NC, US, 27710 Personnel Area: UNIVERSITY

Duke University was created in 1924 through an indenture of trust by James Buchanan Duke. Today, Duke is regarded as one of America's leading research universities. Located in Durham, North Carolina, Duke is positioned in the heart of the Research Triangle, which is ranked annually as one of the best places in the country to work and live. Duke has more than 15,000 students who study and conduct research in its 10 undergraduate, graduate and professional schools.

With about 40,000 employees, Duke is the third largest private employer in North Carolina, and it now has international programs in more than 150 countries.

Be You. Be Bold. Choose Duke. Be You. At Duke, we celebrate individuality and the unique perspectives that each member of our community brings. As the Program Coordinator, you'll be a vital part of a collaborative, interdisciplinary team that supports major Center initiatives, research activities, student programs, and operational excellence across the Center for Child and Family Policy. Be Bold.

What You'll Do:

• Financial Management and Business Operations (35%)
• Program and Project Administration (25%)
• Communications and Content Development (20%)
• Office Management and Executive Support (20%)

What You Bring:

• Education & Experience:
  
  Bachelor's degree; 1 year of experience in program administration, OR an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience. Four years of progressively responsible experience in project management, including complex projects involving multiple functional groups. Experience in medical education/publishing, clinical research, or medical product development is desired OR an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience.
• Required Skills:
  
  Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data tracking, reconciliation, and reporting. Excellent writing, communication, organization, and attention-to-detail skills. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as collaboratively across teams. Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Preferred
  
  Skills:
  
  Experience with digital media, video editing, Word Press, Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, and/or social media. Familiarity with Duke University or academic research environments. Demonstrated leadership and initiative in managing complex responsibilities or projects.

Choose Duke. At Duke, you're not just joining a workplace — you're joining a mission-driven community shaping the future of research, education, and public impact. Here, your ideas matter, your voice is valued, and your work drives meaningful change for children, families, and communities across North Carolina and beyond.

Ready to Make a Difference? Step into a role where your work has purpose, your contributions create real impact, and your growth is supported every step of the way. Join us — and help build a stronger, smarter, more connected future for our communities.

Anticipated Pay Range:
Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $44,766.00 to USD $71,706.00. Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. Your total compensation goes beyond the dollars on your paycheck.

Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family-friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members.

Equal Opportunity

Employer:

Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status. Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes.

To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of our community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Essential Physical

Job Functions:

Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and reasonable accommodation(s) can be requested with Duke Access and Accommodations Services (email: DAAS; phone: ).