Program Assistant, Scaled Education
Arlington, VA
Talent – Scaled Education /
Full-time /
On-site
Stand Together is a philanthropic community that helps America’s boldest changemakers tackle the root causes of our country’s biggest problems, from education to the economy, broken communities, and toxic division, among dozens of other pressing issues. We provide our partners with access to resources including funding, thought leadership, a network of peers, and a playbook for applying proven principles to transform lives and society.
As a Program Assistant on the Scaled Education team, you will support the operations and execution of the portfolio of professional development and Stand Together education programs, including internal and external programs (Onboarding, Supervisor Series, Koch Associate Program, Koch Internship Program, etc.). The Program Assistant will organize program logistics including contributing to event planning, communications, and process improvements. This is a dynamic and multi-faceted role that will contribute to the overall talent goals of the 1,300-employee organization.
Open to hiring as a Program Coordinator for a candidate bringing additional experience (2+) and operational skills to the team.
How You Will Contribute
- Execute program operations to meet the standards of the business, including all preparatory activities, logistical set up and breakdown, online event production, and coordination of materials
- Provide proactive, A-level support to Program and Events Managers
- Execute the multi-step facilitator invitation process for program sessions
- Execute program communication plans, leveraging tools such as Iterable and Docebo
- Collaborate with the Scaled Education team, Marketing/Communications team, and Legal on the development of workbooks, readers, and other program materials, managing copyright needs and data tracking
- Collaborate with the Infrastructure team on room and AV logistical needs
- Liaise with external vendors on participant materials and shipments
- Manage participant travel bookings via travel agency
- Process invoices, transactions, and expense reports
- Manage Scaled Education Inbox and Calendar with promptness, precision, and accuracy
What You Will Bring
- 1+ years of experience with coordination, logistics, or administrative support
- Proven success in administrative support role(s) demonstrating critical thinking, economic decision making, and creative problem-solving skills
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of effectively collaborating with and coordinating between various stakeholders.
- Experience contributing to effective teams through professionalism, openness to change and new ideas, and humility
- Ability to drive multiple projects to completion in a fast-paced environment
- Strong customer focus, and an ability to anticipate customer needs
- Strong information technology skills and with a desire to learn new systems and seek knowledge that will enhance team efficiency
- Enthusiasm to contribute to Stand Together's vision and principled approach to solving problems, and a commitment to stewarding our culture, which champions values including transformation and innovation, entrepreneurialism, humility, and respect.
Standout Candidates Will Bring
- Experience and interest in talent development, employee programs, or non-profit operations
- A growth-oriented mindset
- Experience contributing to process improvements
What We Offer
- Competitive benefits: Enjoy a 6% 401(k) match with immediate vesting, flexible time off, comprehensive health and dental plans, plus wellness and mental health support through Peloton and Talkspace.
- A meaningful career: Join a passionate community of over 1,300 employees dedicated to improving lives and driving innovative solutions to complex social challenges.
- Commitment to growth: Thrive in a non-hierarchical environment that empowers employees to discover, develop and apply their unique talents.
- Competitive compensation: Our approach rewards the value you create through competitive salaries and bonus opportunities, allowing you to share in the success you help drive.
Our Values: Working at Stand Together is different from many other organizations. Our culture is deeply rooted in Principle Based Management® (PBM®), a framework guided by the principles that drive human progress, such as dignity, openness, and bottom-up empowerment. PBM® empowers our employees to be entrepreneurial, to innovate, and to continually drive transformation.
We believe diversity fuels creativity, broadens knowledge, and helps drive success, and that is why we’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and strive to treat all employees and applicants with honesty, dignity, respect and sensitivity.
