Programs Coordinator

International House at UC Berkeley • Berkeley, CA

5h • $67,000 - $72,000

About The Position

The Resident Life and Intercultural Development Office (RIO) plans and executes a year-round residential program designed to foster cultural intelligence (CQ), intercultural learning, and leadership development within the International House community.

The Programs Coordinator plays a key role in bringing this vision to life through hands-on program planning, execution, and resident support. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Resident Engagement, this position supports the design and delivery of large-scale signature events, ongoing social and educational programming, and resident-initiated initiatives. The Programs Coordinator also trains, supervises, and advises student workers and resident leaders, contributing directly to a vibrant and inclusive residential experience.

This position requires regular evening and weekend availability to support programs and events.

Requirements

• Strong program and project management skills with attention to detail
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong customer service orientation and ability to work with diverse populations
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or similar productivity tools
• Ability to think creatively, problem-solve, and adapt in a fast-paced environment
• Experience in higher education/student affairs/leadership and development or related fields.
• Experience supporting or coordinating events or programs
• Demonstrate ability to collaborate across departments and with diverse staff stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in event, project management and communication platforms (e.g. Eventbrite, Mailchimp)
• Experience working with culturally diverse communities in an academic or professional settings.
• Experience supervising, mentoring, or advising student staff

Responsibilities

• Serve as a core contributor to the planning and delivery of I-House programming—from concept through execution—including signature events (e.g., Weekly Coffee Hours, Festival of Cultures, Sunday Suppers), social and community-building activities (movie nights, hikes, sports, talks), and resident initiated events.
• Manage program logistics, timelines, and operational details within established budgets and timelines
• Support with monitoring, ordering, and maintaining program supplies and storage organized
• Coordinate event setup and breakdown in collaboration with other internal I-House departments
• Support event marketing and promotion in coordination with marketing communications team
• Support with management of event registration processes and vendor coordination
• Collaborate with internal I-House departments to ensure smooth program delivery
• Oversee resident-initiated events from proposal review through execution
• Advise residents on event planning best practices, policies, and procedures
• Assist in cultivating strategic partnerships with internal and external campus stakeholders
• Support the supervision and day-to-day work of student staff
• Assist with onboarding, training, and ongoing skill development of student staff
• Support with coordinating work schedules, assignments, and project timelines
• Provide guidance and support to resident leaders as they plan and execute programs
• Assist with assessment and evaluation of resident programming and engagement
• Support data collection, analysis, and reflection to inform future programming
• Contribute insights related to resident needs, interests, and intercultural engagement

Benefits

• I-House also offers a robust benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage with 100% employer-covered premiums (dependent on plan selection).
• Life insurance, short- and long-term disability, access to a Flexible Spending Account (FSA), commuter benefits, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• A 403(b) plan with a 5% matching and a 5% non-elective contribution. This organization also offers a 457(b)-retirement plan option.
• Paid vacation totaling 18 days of accrual in the first year (with accrual increasing after 5 years), paid sick time, 14 paid holidays, and generous family leave and accommodation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed