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The Program Coordinator will be a core part of a nimble operations team, ensuring the smooth functioning of the Budget Lab, a policy research center within Yale Law School. The ideal candidate is creative, flexible, and solution oriented. Specific responsibilities will include:

Administrative support:  Managing calendars for Budget Lab leadership and handling complex scheduling tasks. Preparing expense reports in accordance with University policies. Making travel arrangements for Budget Lab staff and guests.

Event planning:  Arranging space and catering for on-campus events. Arranging travel and accommodation for Budget Lab staff and visiting speakers. Managing Zoom webinars for virtual and hybrid events. Creating publicity materials for events (posters, social media graphics, etc.)

Communications support:  Preparing emails for mass distribution using Salesforce (Yale Message) and MailChimp. Updating the Budget Lab website with recent press mentions. Prepare Budget Lab reports for publication on the website.

Fundraising support:  Assist in preparing, drafting, and proof-reading grant applications and reports to funders. Communicate professionally with funders and assist in arranging meetings.

Required Skills and Abilities

1. Excellent computer skills including proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Zoom. Working knowledge of Adobe Software. Ability to learn new systems and tools.
2. Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
3. Demonstrated ability with all aspects of event and meeting planning and execution, including developing and assembling meeting materials, arranging rooms, catering, transportation, and hotel accommodations.
4. Ability to coordinate multiple complex schedules and communicate effectively and professionally with a range of parties.

Preferred Skills and Abilities

Proficiency in graphics and design, experience managing website CMS and publications, experience creating marketing materials. Experience with administrative and technical systems.