Program Coordinator - Membership Groups and Special Events

The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) is a nonprofit organization in Washington, D.C. The Program Coordinator will work in the Membership Groups and Special Events department. Responsibilities include interacting with high‑level officials and donors, organizing CSIS policy events, and assisting with rental events for external clients. This entry‑level position requires a commitment to at least 35 hours per week on‑site with flexible scheduling for evenings, early mornings, and weekend events. The salary range is $57,000–$65,000, based on experience. Essential duties and responsibilities Providing day‑to‑day administrative support for the Membership Groups Office Preparing for high‑level membership meetings and events including programming, material preparation, and day‑of staffing assistance Supporting external and internal CSIS events with both preparation and on‑site assistance Conducting research and supporting various special projects, including using databases such as Salesforce Serving as the main liaison for and staffing rental events for outside groups Other administrative duties as assigned Knowledge, education, and experience At least 1 year of professional experience in an office setting Pursuing a career in event planning, project management, or communications Some event planning, public affairs, and office operations experience is strongly preferred Experience conducting research, updating databases, working with sensitive information, and interacting in a professional manner with high‑level individuals Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to manage competing priorities and operate in a fast‑paced environment Ability to work independently and in a team environment Strong writing, editing, computer, and interpersonal skills Interest in international affairs Willingness to engage in and learn new tasks Must be able to be on‑site in Washington, DC Benefits Medical insurance Vision insurance Life insurance Short‑term and long‑term disability 403(b) retirement plan Tuition assistance Flexible Spending Account Health Savings Account Military Leave 12 Paid Holidays Sick leave Vacation leave Physical requirements and work conditions The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee working in an office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. We are an equal opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color or any other protected class. #J-18808-Ljbffr