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Education Program Coordinator, Executive Education

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Education Program Coordinator, Executive Education

Staff

2026-06-29

Location

Cambridge, MA

MIT

Type

One-year term, full benefits

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree
2+ years administrative/project management
Excellent customer service
Multitasking in pressured environment
Event coordination (online/in-person)
Budget forecasting and reconciliation
Vendor negotiation
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Education Program Coordinator, Executive Education

Posting Description

EVENT PROGRAM COORDINATOR, Executive Education, to manage logistics including pre, post, and on-site coordination of full event lifecycle; pivot easily between the different tasks required for planning on-site and live online program deliveries; organize catering needs for on-site programs including dinners and receptions; arrange external program vendors and negotiate all contracts and pricing; manage all technical aspects of live online program deliveries including participant troubleshooting, faculty training, platform exploration, and video editing; balance the requirements of numerous programs in varied stages of planning and with overlapping schedules and deadlines; participate in cross-functional project teams and proactively engages in continuous improvement of program operations; communicate with participants and clients in addition to providing a high level of support for all program faculty; collect, upload, and maintain all program website information and materials; use complex databases and learning management systems to ensure a superior customer experience; collaborate on the development and management of the program budget; forecast all projected program expenses as related to logistics; and reconcile and balance budget post program. The full job description is available, here.

Job Requirements

REQUIRED: Bachelor's degree and a minimum of two years of administrative and/or project/program management experience; ability to provide excellent customer service, lead and deliver complex and challenging programs, and build relationships and respond to the needs of clients/customers, faculty, and program director; and the ability to multitask and work effectively in a pressured work environment with changing priorities and limited supervision. PREFERRED: Three years of business experience, preferably in executive education or a business requiring comparable skills; experience in program, event, or project management in both live online and in-person settings; and familiarity with MIT Sloan and MIT faculty.

This is a one year term position with full benefits.

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Frequently Asked Questions

🎓What are the required qualifications for the Education Program Coordinator role at MIT?

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of two years of administrative and/or project/program management experience. Candidates must demonstrate excellent customer service, ability to lead complex programs, build relationships, and multitask in a pressured environment with limited supervision. Preferred: 3+ years business experience in executive education or similar. Explore administration jobs for similar roles.

💼What are the main responsibilities of this Executive Education Program Coordinator?

Manage full event lifecycle logistics including pre/post/on-site coordination for in-person and live online programs. Handle catering, vendors, contracts, technical support (troubleshooting, faculty training, video editing), budget forecasting/reconciliation, website maintenance, and database management. Participate in cross-functional teams. Check executive higher ed jobs for more opportunities.

Is this a full-time position with benefits?

Yes, this is a one-year term position with full benefits. It falls under Staff / Administration in Adult and Continuing Education Programs at MIT Sloan. Ideal for those seeking term roles in executive education. See administration jobs for comparable positions.

What experience is preferred for this event coordination role?

Preferred: Three years of business experience, ideally in executive education; program/event/project management in both live online and in-person settings; familiarity with MIT Sloan faculty. Strong skills in multitasking and technical aspects of online deliveries. Review tips in how to write a winning academic CV.

📍Where is the job located and what's the application deadline?

Located in Cambridge, MA at MIT. Application deadline is June 29, 2026. Full job description available here. Prepare your application using our free resume template for higher ed roles.

💻Does the role involve budget management or technical skills?

Yes, collaborate on program budget development, forecast expenses, reconcile post-program. Manage technical aspects of live online deliveries: participant troubleshooting, faculty training, platform exploration, video editing. Use complex databases and learning management systems. Relevant for executive education trends.
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