Senior Program Coordinator, Duke Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Duke University:

Duke University was created in 1924 through an indenture of trust by James Buchanan Duke. Today, Duke is regarded as one of America's leading research universities. Located in Durham, North Carolina, Duke is positioned in the heart of the Research Triangle, which is ranked annually as one of the best places in the country to work and live. Duke has more than 15,000 students who study and conduct research in its 10 undergraduate, graduate and professional schools. With about 40,000 employees, Duke is the third largest private employer in North Carolina, and it now has international programs in more than 150 countries.

• Serve as the primary contact for students enrolled in or interested in I&E's graduate and undergraduate certificates and other educational offerings.
• Provide personalized guidance and maintain strong relationships with certificate students, supporting their academic and professional development.
• Manage student recruitment, oversee the certificate application process, review applications, and make recommendations for admission.
• Advise students on certificate pathways, course selection, and program requirements based on individual interests and goals.
• Communicate regularly with students, faculty, and internal stakeholders through email updates, newsletters, and other correspondence.
• Promote I&E educational opportunities to current and prospective students.
• Administer program operations by managing student records and tracking progress toward certificate completion.
• Coordinate with the University Registrar on course creation, listings, and enrollment processes.
• Develop and analyze program data and reports to inform strategic decisions and improve program effectiveness.
• Contribute to the design, implementation, and assessment of educational programs and initiatives.
• Plan and execute events such as seminars, workshops, and special programs.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and external partners to enhance program visibility and impact.
• Represent Duke I&E at university and public engagements, supporting organization-wide priorities.

• Education: Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of three years of administrative or project management experience, preferably in program administration involving academic, instructional, or counseling activities.
  Equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience may be considered.