Programming Coordinator

About the Role

The Programming Coordinator provides administrative and operational support for the Programming team, with a particular emphasis on the planning and execution of Steubenville Youth Conferences. This role oversees systems such as Ministry Team and LEAD program administration, surveys, data management, and programming logistics while coordinating various cross-functional projects throughout the year. By owning these responsibilities, the Program Coordinator enables the Manager of Youth Programming to focus on program development, participant engagement, and the continued strengthening of the conference experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and programmatic support for the Programming Team, including the Director of Programming, Managers of Youth and Adult Programming, and Manager of Speaker/Conference/Partner Relations.
• Support conference planning and execution by coordinating programming schedules, production materials, surveys, and other logistical and thematic assets in collaboration with internal departments and ministry partners.
• Manage participant administration, including application portals, communications, assignments, and related data management for LEAD program.
• Serve as Program Director for select youth or adult conferences, or as a Franciscan LEAD facilitator and director as needed. Occasional overnights and travel may be required.
• Collect, analyze, and distribute programming feedback and data, compiling survey results to support continuous improvement and strategic decision-making.
• Assist with crafting theme development, talking points, and additional resources for group leaders, ministry team members, and conference participants.
• Support general programming operations by maintaining resources, managing communications, and completing additional administrative projects to assist the Programming Team as a whole.

Requirements

• Must understand, support, and embrace the mission of Franciscan University of Steubenville.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 Suite.
• Experience in business processes such as payment submissions.
• Project and Process Management skills.
• Strong Interpersonal Skills.
• Action Oriented approach to work.
• Quality of Work focus.
• Teamwork capabilities.
• Bachelor's Degree in Theology, Catechetics, or equivalent experience.
• Familiarity with conference/event planning and management.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines in a timely fashion.
• Evening and weekend work as needed, especially during the summer.
• Periodic travel, as required.

About the Employer

Franciscan University is a Catholic and Franciscan liberal arts and professional studies institution located in Steubenville, Ohio.