Careers at NCCEP

NCCEP is Hiring.

Coordinator of Operations

Location: Washington, DC

The National Council for Community and Education Partnerships (NCCEP) is a national, nonpartisan, nonprofit organization committed to increasing academic success and access to higher education for students from low-income communities. NCCEP’s mission is to build the capacity of communities to ensure that underserved students have the opportunity, skills, and knowledge to successfully pursue the education and training that will enable them to achieve their career and life goals. We work towards a future where all students are empowered and equipped with the education and training needed to succeed in a diverse and global economy. NCCEP works to achieve these goals by helping to create and sustain K-16 education partnerships.

Toward this end, NCCEP brings together colleges and universities with local K-12 schools, parent groups, business, government agencies, foundations, and community-based organizations to create systemic change in education. NCCEP provides leadership, advocacy, professional development, and technical assistance to college access practitioners. The primary program and constituency NCCEP serves is the Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP) initiative.

Job Description

We are seeking a full-time Coordinator of Operations to work closely with and report to the Director of Programs. The ideal candidate is a results-oriented, mission-driven professional who can work as part of a collaborative team, interact with a diverse group of stakeholders, and can work independently to meet project goals. This role will support several operational endeavors aimed at supporting the GEAR UP ecosystem with a special focus on basic operational functions in support of NCCEP programs and services.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

  • Support NCCEP’s program and finance divisions by managing purchase orders, contracts, invoices, collections, and record-keeping.

  • Assist with the logistics for NCCEP conferences, providing on-site support.

  • Collaborate with NCCEP’s programs and operations team to build efficiencies in the on-going management of its programs and two annual events.

  • Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications and Requirements

  • A deep appreciation of NCCEP’s mission of expanding educational opportunity for low-income, first-generation, and underserved students.

  • Exceptional project management skills, attention to detail, and the ability to effectively manage a diverse work portfolio.

  • Experience with core Microsoft programs, data management systems, and an aptitude for learning new technology platforms and programs. Experience with Salesforce is strongly desired and experience with CVENT is a plus.

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills are a must.

  • Experience creating and managing invoicing, billing, and record-keeping.

  • Strong interpersonal skills and enthusiasm for working with a diverse community of external and internal stakeholders.

  • Exceptional customer service skills and a commitment to satisfy the needs of our members and clients efficiently.

  • Excellent organizational skills; works well under pressure.

  • Must be a self-starter who can manage multiple projects, works well in collaborative settings, and is highly organized.

  • Ability to travel out-of-state for up to six days annually during NCCEP’s Annual Conference.

  • Associate’s degree in business administration, accounting, or finance. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

  • A minimum of three years of experience in project management, accounting, finance, events logistics or similar fields. 

Compensation

This is a full-time exempt position with an annual salary range between $75,000-$80,000 commensurate with experience.

NCCEP focuses on creating an environment that brings out the very best in our team as individuals and professionals. We offer a 35-hour work week, which may be completed in four days. DC-based staff must come into the office at least one day per week and have the option to complete the remainder of the work week remotely.

NCCEP provides a competitive retirement program and contributes an additional 6% of your salary toward your retirement plan that is vested after one year of service at NCCEP. Additionally, if you contribute at least 2% of your salary into your retirement, NCCEP will match up to that 2% for a total contribution of up to 8%.

You will receive 22 days of paid leave (becoming 27 days after 5 years of employment) and a paid, week-long winter break. In addition, you may participate in a full suite of insurance benefits that cover health, dental, vision, life, and disability needs.

If you’re interested in joining a great team that is committed to supporting programs and professionals who help students from low-income communities attain educational opportunities, we encourage you to submit your application.

How to Apply

Interested individuals should email a cover letter detailing how your skills and experiences align to this job description, your resume, and salary requirements with the subject line “NCCEP Coordinator of Operations” by March 10, 2025:

Juana Adaniya, NCCEP
1331 H ST NW, Suite 900, Washington, DC, 20005
Juana_Adaniya@edpartnerships.org

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