Outreach and Engagement Coordinator

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Work type: Administrative & Professional
Senior management: Liberal Arts and Human Sciences
Department: Institute for Policy and Governance
Location: Richmond, Virginia
Categories: Administrative / Clerical, Program/Project Management

The Virginia Tech Institute for Policy and Governance is seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Outreach and Engagement Coordinator to support sponsored programs. This position plays a vital role in enriching the experience of students and participants by managing program development, promotional activities, and event coordination for sponsored research projects. As a key team member, this position will lead initiatives that actively promote and engage participants in IPG's training and research programs based in Richmond.

Additionally, this role is responsible for marketing program opportunities to potential partners through social media and other digital platforms to expand collaborative networks and increase program visibility. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong organizational, communication, and technical capabilities to effectively serve both students and faculty in accomplishing program objectives. This role may require occasional evenings or weekends to support events and activities.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
• Significant experience in program coordination, student services, or marketing and communication or higher education
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Canvas, data management systems, and social media platforms

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Demonstrated initiative
• Interest in public and non‑profit sector organizational and workforce development
• Ability to adapt to changing environments and contexts
• Interest in continuous learning

Exempt:
Not eligible for overtime

Restricted

Commensurate with Experience with a minimum of $50,000

February 3, 2026

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands‑on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem‑solvers. A comprehensive land‑grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College.

The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.

Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.

Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Alma de Leon at almady during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

Advertised: January 12, 2026
Applications close: Open until filled