Senior Program Coordinator

Nakupuna Companies seeks a Senior Program Coordinator. The Senior Program Coordinator supports the Special Envoy for Best Future Generations (BFG) by managing complex, high-level diplomatic initiatives at the intersection of advanced technology and international policy. This role serves as the central coordination point for multi-stakeholder partnerships involving U.S. government agencies, foreign governments, and the private sector to drive Presidential priorities regarding Artificial Intelligence (AI), global education, and child online safety.

The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

• Lead high-level coordination across U.S. government agencies (including the White House), foreign governments, and international organizations to execute global convenings
• Facilitate and manage public-private partnerships with technology companies to drive international adoption of educational innovation and child protection frameworks
• Oversee the end-to-end planning, execution, and follow-up for senior-level diplomatic events and international summits (e.g., G7, G20, UNGA, and bilateral summits)
• Develop and maintain rigorous tracking systems for coalition member commitments, technology partnerships, and implementation milestones across multiple geographic regions
• Support travel and event execution for senior officials, maintaining comprehensive records of coordination activities and partnership agreements
• Monitor implementation of technology deployments to identify coordination bottlenecks and propose solutions to ensure seamless execution

• Coordination plans and stakeholder engagement matrices for bilateral and multi-stakeholder moments
• Comprehensive bi-weekly reports and tracking systems for international commitments and technology partnership milestones
• Agendas, participant lists, logistics plans, and after-action reports for major global convenings
• Meeting summaries, action item trackers (within 48 hours), decision memos, and coordination papers as requested

Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in ambiguous and evolving environments. Strong problem-solving skills and ability to proactively identify and address challenges.

• Deep expertise in foreign affairs and international relationship management with senior-level officials
• Proven ability to manage complex, multi-country initiatives and maintain high-visibility programs
• Exceptional ability to bridge gaps between government entities and private sector technology companies
• Elite written and verbal skills tailored for senior-level briefings and international audiences
• Ability to support early morning and evening engagements to accommodate global time zones

• Bachelor’s degree in International Relations, Public Administration, or a related field is required
• Master’s degree strongly preferred
• Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience in program coordination or policy implementation within a federal agency or large organization
• At least 5 years coordinating senior-level initiatives involving private sector leaders and foreign officials. State Department or foreign affairs experience is strongly preferred

Full-time, 40 hours per week (Monday-Friday). Requires flexibility for early morning and evening engagements and potential international travel. Consistent onsite presence is required to support high-level convenings and diplomatic meetings. Telework, hybrid, and remote work may be authorized, based on office needs and at the discretion of the Special Envoy.

Must possess a Secret-level security clearance. Must be a U.S. citizen.

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