• Job Type: Officer of Administration
• Regular/Temporary: Temporary
• End Date if Temporary: 12 months from hire
• Hours Per Week: 35
• Salary Range: $62,400-$67,000

Position Summary

The Columbia University School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA) is searching for a Project Coordinator to support two different projects: (a) the school's curriculum review and (b) the Research Ethics in the Middle East and North Africa (REMENA) Project.

The Project Coordinator will report directly to the Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs. The Project Coordinator will maintain the schedule and records pertaining to the school's review process. In addition, he/she/they will collect or analyze data, organize focus groups, workshops and meetings, support the Steering Committee, and disseminate information as directed by the Senior Associate Dean. As part of the REMENA Project, the Coordinator will maintain the project's schedule and records, manage the website, support with the publication of various academic articles, take care of all correspondence, and organize workshops and events.

At SIPA-the world's leading school of global policy-we are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. We work to cultivate these values in our practices, programs and policies. We aim to create a workplace that is welcoming and celebrates the unique lived experiences of all our staff, students and faculty. We are particularly interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the School. Applicants are encouraged to include information in their cover letter about how they will further this goal.

Responsibilities

Specific duties related to the Curriculum Review project include:

• Maintain project records and write meeting minutes;
• Maintain project schedule, including, as needed, the calendar of the Chairperson;
• Data collection, as directed by the Chairperson;
• Disseminate information as directed, including managing correspondence / communication within and outside the School;
• Work with the Chairs and the Steering Committee on survey administration, data analysis and synthesis of qualitative research;
• Organize multiple focus groups and workshops with stakeholders in and outside the school;
• Support the Steering Committee as needed;
• Support University review document submission processes;
• Perform related duties as assigned or requested.

Specific duties related to the Research Ethics in the Middle East and North Africa (REMENA) Project include:

• Maintain project schedule, including, as needed, the calendar of the Principal Investigator;
• Manage the project website;
• Manage all correspondence pertaining to the project;
• Maintain project records, including developing a bibliography of project-related materials;
• Edit and proofread academic journal submissions;
• Organize international workshops, including managing travel and all related activity before, during and after the events (reimburse invoices, arrange transportation and accommodation, book event venues, and assist participants);
• Engage in stakeholder management as assigned by the Principal Investigator;
• Organize meeting with stakeholders and write meeting minutes;
• Help the Principal Investigator in managing the project's budget;
• Provide support with expense management;
• Data collection and analysis as directed by the Principal Investigator;
• Perform related duties as assigned or requested.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, or equivalent, and 1-2 years of related fulltime equivalent experience;
• Excellent research, communication, interpersonal and writing skills;
• Detail-oriented and deadline driven with excellent organizational and time management skills;
• Ability to exercise discretion and handle confidential information;
• Proficient in using computer software for communication, data gathering, statistical analysis and reporting activities;
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree;
• Three years of relevant experience;
• Native or near-native English fluency;
• Experience in website management and report writing;
• Experience in data analysis;
• Experience in project management and stakeholder development;
• Interest in global higher education administration;
• Experience with expense management, travel and invoice software (such as Concur) is highly desirable;
• Must be able to travel internationally.