Program Associate – Temporary

Emory University

Program Associate supporting Emory's Carter Center U.S. Elections programming.

Posted 8/18/2026full-timeAtlanta • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong program management capabilities, including planning, coordination, and budget administration, while effectively supporting U.S. Elections programming and related global initiatives. Proficient in developing promotional materials, conducting research, and preparing operational reports to facilitate decision-making.

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Program ManagementBudget AdministrationResearch and DocumentationEvent PlanningFundraising Strategy Development

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Hard Skills

Program CoordinationBudget ForecastingDatabase ManagementFinancial ReportingStatistical ReportingGrant WritingPromotional Material DevelopmentTraining FacilitationMonitoring and Evaluation (MEL)Travel Coordination

Soft Skills

NetworkingCommunicationOrganizational SkillsTeam CollaborationAdaptability

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Industry Keywords

U.S. ElectionsGlobal ProgramOperational PlanningFunding ResourcesSubgrant Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support U.S. Elections programming through planning and coordination
Organize, coordinate, and plan operational facets of a global program and related activities
Research factors affecting program success and document program requirements
Monitor and report program objectives and goals
Develop promotional materials and venues
Manage relational databases and establish/forecast budget requirements
Develop work plans and monitor progress
Monitor expenditures and prepare financial reports
Identify funding resources and develop fundraising strategies and initiatives
Prepare operational and statistical reports for decision-making
Conduct training and represent the program at international meetings and conferences
Network with affiliated groups
Write and develop reports, speeches, briefings, newsletters, promotional materials, grants, and other program materials
Conduct research and gather information for publications
Plan, administer, or monitor program budgets and related grants
Assist with program-related conferences, conventions, and meetings
Plan events and arrangements
Coordinate travel
Manage subgrants and review financial reports as needed
Support MEL monitoring and reporting and draft external reports
Process financial payments to consultants and volunteers
Provide administrative, financial, and programmatic support
Perform other requested tasks

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in a field related to the program and two years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer
Ability to work 40 hours per week and during anticipated overtime periods
Ability to commute to The Carter Center on a flexible weekly schedule
Non-exempt employees must reside within the state of Georgia

Benefits

Comp & perks

Opportunity to work from home regularly
Hybrid work arrangement with 2-4 days on site
Some domestic travel anticipated