Program Coordinator, ARD Operations
Listed on 2026-08-28
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Administrative/Clerical
Office Administrator/ Coordinator, Business Administration -
Business
Office Administrator/ Coordinator, Business Administration
Location
Evanston, Illinois
Department: Kellogg Campaign Strategy
Salary/Grade: EXS/5
The hiring range for this position will be between $58,000 - $62,000 per year. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.
The Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University is proud of its global network of more than 72,000 alumni. With a network as broad as ours, we know how important it is to facilitate connections between and among our alumni in order to build a strong, engaged global community.
As an elite global business school, the Kellogg Alumni Relations and Advancement team supports a breadth of opportunities for our alumni to connect with each other as well as the school, including social and professional networking, continued learning, career advice and more.
As a staff member on the Alumni Relations Analytics team, the Program Coordinator is responsible for providing critical operational support to the Alumni Relations and Operations teams. Responsibilities include supporting aspects of events, managing data reporting needs and entry into the data system, writing and proofreading support, processing checks received and creating the daily gift log, help with scheduling team meetings and logistics, and supporting the creation of new accounts for new gifts.
Please note:
This is a hybrid work environment, with required days in the office each week. Hours in the office can vary depending on the needs of the department.
- Manages the day to day data reporting needs; compiles and enters data into databases and systems.
- Coordinates team meetings including the schedule and logistics.
- Processes checks and prepares daily gift log.
- Processes new account creation for new gifts received.
- Understands and uses coordinated, consistent marketing and brand messages in all communications.
- Assists with writing and proofreading of communications
- Participates in the annual giving end of calendar and end of fiscal year calling programs for outreach efforts.
- Creates and nurtures relationships with the annual giving, operations and alumni relations teams through effective communication.
- Coordinates logistics related to alumni relations and annual giving programming including but not limited to creation of collateral, briefings, and bios of attendees to ensure a best-in-class event plan.
- Assists with contract negotiations as needed.
- Ensures event details including but not limited to tracking rsvp lists and providing updates to all interested parties on attendance.
- Assists with developing plans for events, including the Cvent registration creation, invitation creation, and event follow-up plans.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications- Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree; OR appropriate combination of education and experience.
- 1 year program/project administration or other relevant experience.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with CATtracks and Tableau
- Agile at learning new software programs including NU specific and ability to troubleshoot technology
- Ability to manage team meetings, including invites, agendas, room reservation, and use of technology
- Ability to be flexible
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively
- Detail-oriented with excellent writing and verbal communication
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- 2-3 years program/project administration
- 2-3 years supporting multiple individuals in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
- Experience in higher education
- Ability to think critically and make strategic recommendations
- Ability to determine efficiencies and make changes as required
- Ability to build relationships across the organization
At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful and competitive benefits. The available benefits package for this position will include health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid vacation and holidays; paid medical/sick and parental leave;tuition benefits for the employee and dependents; pre-tax and flex spending accounts for commuting and dependent care; generous retirement savings options; and wellness programs. For a comprehensive overview of available benefits, including eligibility details, visit us at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).
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