Program Coordinator – Belonging Programs

University of Wisconsin-Madison

Program Coordinator overseeing student-focused initiatives for Multicultural Student Center at University of Wisconsin. Responsible for supporting student organizations, management of events, and collaboration with campus partners.

Posted 6/30/2026full-timeMadison • Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $50,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in planning and executing student-focused events and programs while fostering collaborative networks and partnerships. Proficient in managing multiple projects and providing guidance to student organizations within a higher education context.

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Event PlanningWorkshop FacilitationStrong Communication SkillsProject ManagementCollaboration and Partnership Development

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Hard Skills

Program CoordinationOrganizational DevelopmentStudent AffairsEducational InitiativesGrant Administration

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsLeadershipProblem-Solving

Industry Keywords

Higher EducationMulticultural Student CenterStudent OrganizationsDual-Affiliation ProgramOrganizational Communication

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

The Program Coordinator for Belonging Programs is an integral member of the team primarily responsible for overseeing programmatic initiatives that support Multicultural Student Center dual-affiliated student organizations, including management of the dual-affiliation program (serving 90+ orgs annually) and administration of the MSC Grant which funds student organization events (disbursing up to $35,000 annually).
The program coordinator serves as a resource for affiliated student organizations by providing guidance, support, and referrals to effectively navigate university policies and procedures and by developing workshops and trainings that support organizational development, success and sustainability.
The program coordinator maintains a network of communication with relevant campus partners, including the office for Student Organizations, Leadership & Involvement.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Demonstrated experience planning, organizing, and executing student-focused events, programs, or educational initiatives.
Ability to facilitate dialogue groups, programs, and workshops
Strong communication skills (written, oral, and electronic)
Ability to foster collaborative networks and partnerships to benefit students
Proven ability to manage multiple projects with complex logistics, including the successful management and supervision of multiple facilities, staff, or volunteers
Bachelor's Degree required
Preferred degree areas: higher education/student affairs/organizational communication/development/leadership, or closely related areas.
Preferred: Master's Degree - Preferred degree areas: higher education/student affairs/organizational communication/development/leadership, or closely related areas.

Benefits

Comp & perks

generous paid time off
competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance
tax-advantaged savings accounts
participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund