Young Leaders Program Coordinator at The Heritage Foundation

, , United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Mar, 26

Salary

60000.0

Posted On

05 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Collaboration, Interpersonal Skills, Communication, Organizational Skills, Attention to Detail, Relationship Management, Policy Knowledge, Confidentiality, Event Planning, Logistics Management, Recruitment, Mentorship, Field Trip Organization, Program Coordination, Microsoft Suite, CRM Databases

Industry

Think Tanks

Description

Title: Young Leaders Program Coordinator Reports to: Director, Phillip N. Truluck Center for Leadership Development Job Summary: The Coordinator supports the planning and execution of Heritage’s Young Leaders Program (YLP). This position works closely with the YLP Manager to grow the next-generation, conservative talent pipeline with the objective of job placement and policy influence with Heritage’s key audiences. The Coordinator must have strong collaboration and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with interns and departmental and organizational colleagues. Job Duties: Coordinate all program preparations each semester, including managing the program schedule, purchasing materials, corresponding with current/prospective interns and intern supervisors, and daily event planning. Propose content for and coordinate YLP first-day Onboarding, including scheduling speakers, managing logistics with key departments, preparing materials, and hosting the day-long session. Support the planning and execution of semester programming, including lectures, mentorship matching, and semester graduations. Serve as the point of contact for daily YLP programming. Organize and chaperone YLP field trips and social events. Support the YLP Manager in the rolling hiring process, including organizing and tracking the intern applicant information, consulting with departmental hiring managers, and providing necessary information to internal stakeholders. Assist with email and phone outreach efforts to support recruitment. Build and maintain positive relationships with program participants and colleagues, ensuring a productive and engaging work environment and positive intern experience. Represent Heritage at key events and recruit for YLP and other student programs. Communicate program updates and information with departmental and organizational teammates. Qualifications: Education: B.A. or B.S. preferred Experience: Some experience in conservative political or student activities Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills Technology: Microsoft Suite, CRM databases, ability to master new software Other requirements: Understand and support the Heritage mission and vision for America, and the department’s goals and objectives. Exceptional attention to detail; strong organizational skills. Outreach and relationship management skills required. Basic knowledge of policy issues and conservative policy positions required. Discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality. Alumni of the Young Leaders Program are preferred. Compensation and Benefits: The Heritage Foundation offers a highly competitive benefits package that includes, but is not limited to, best-in-class health care, vision, and dental insurance, employer-sponsored retirement funding, “take what you need” PTO and sick leave, 14 weeks of paid leave for new moms and 6 weeks of paid leave for new dads, among other programs. The salary range for this role is $54,000 - $60,000 annually. This range is a good faith estimate, and the final salary offered to a selected candidate depends on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, education, and other qualifications; internal and external market pay for comparable jobs; and level of hire based on aforementioned qualifications.

Responsibilities

The Coordinator supports the planning and execution of Heritage’s Young Leaders Program, working closely with the YLP Manager to grow the next-generation conservative talent pipeline. Responsibilities include coordinating program preparations, managing logistics, and serving as the point of contact for daily programming.