Coordinator, Strategic Initiatives

Campus Compact

. Support strategic initiative design and planning through background research, environmental scans, data collection, and synthesis .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $53,000 - $58,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support strategic initiative design and planning through background research, environmental scans, data collection, and synthesis
Coordinate day-to-day initiative activities, timelines, deliverables, and work plans
Prepare project plans, schedules, and documentation with the Director and Strategic Initiatives staff
Maintain organized records, shared folders, and tracking tools for initiatives and grants
Plan and execute virtual and in-person meetings, convenings, and events
Manage scheduling, registration, meeting materials, technology setup, and follow-up communications
Take notes and track action items
Provide administrative support including scheduling, expense tracking, contract routing, and invoice processing
Participate in team meetings, retreats, and organizational activities
Draft and edit emails, briefs, summaries, updates, and other communications
Coordinate with communications staff to disseminate initiative-related content
Track initiative data for evaluation, reporting, and continuous improvement
Compile data, narratives, and documentation for funder and partner reports
Support engagement with campus partners, funders, fellows, and collaborators
Prepare materials and resources for partners in initiatives, cohorts, or working groups
Report to the Director of Strategic Initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree required, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
Experience supporting events, convenings, programs/projects, and/or cohort-based programs
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and reliable; able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Comfortable working collaboratively in a team-based, fast-paced environment
Demonstrated interest in civic engagement, community engagement, higher education, or the nonprofit sector
Proficiency with standard office technology, such as Google Workspace or Microsoft Office
Comfort learning new systems and tools, such as Asana
Deep personal and professional commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
Ability to draft emails, summaries, and basic reports and adapt tone for different audiences
Ability to track details, manage calendars and logistics, and support project momentum
Ability to collect, organize, and summarize data and information accurately
Position is remote, full-time, exempt; occasional travel required
Must verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States
Preferred: experience with project management or collaboration tools, CRM or data tracking systems, college/university partners, nonprofit or community-based organizations, coordination and logistical planning, note-taking, synthesis, documentation, written communication, proofreading, and relationship management
Additional welcome experience: higher education, nonprofit or community-based initiatives, grant-funded projects or reporting processes, events, convenings, or cohort-based programs

Benefits

Comp & perks

National healthcare coverage
Generous paid time off
Employer retirement contribution
Flexible work environment
Inclusive and caring culture
Professional development
Winter Break: Dec. 24th - Jan. 1st
Summer Reset: Week of July 4th
Occasional travel for staff gatherings and Compact Events