Program Assistant (Higher Education/Public Health)

The Choice, Inc. is managing an immediate direct hire search a Program Assistant for our association client in the higher education industry. The position is an exciting opportunity for someone that is passionate about growing their career in public health and/or education programming. This role provides essential administrative and programmatic support to the organization’s certification department. This is a hybrid position in Washington, DC.

We are seeking candidates with:

• A bachelor’s degree
• At least one year of office administrative experience, preferably with a nonprofit or association
• Strong organizational and communication skills

Responsibilities:

• Work with certification director, update program guidelines, processes, manuals, and guidelines as necessary.
• Maintain certification files, job board, and online directory.
• Collaborate with the exam testing vendors and other departments as needed.
• Assist department director with the implementation of certification activities and policies.
• Communicate with prospective candidates regarding application procedures, deadlines, and requirements. Oversee communication with applicants regarding application and certification status.
• Assist with planning, organizing materials, and onsite registration for regular meetings, semi-annual meetings, exhibits, etc.
• Assist with program promotion through written correspondence, develop marketing materials, website content and assists with compilation of program statistics to ensure marketing and growth.

Requirements:

• Some travel required, at least 3-4 times a year.
• Familiarity with and proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and various database systems.
• A bachelor’s degree
• Ability to make informed decisions, manage workload, and meet deadlines independently.
• High level of organization, communication, and project management skills.

All employees must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19.