Program development Jobs in Cambridge, MA

Title: Program / Operations Coordinator (Temporary) Location: Allston, MA (Hybrid - ~3 days onsite + event coverage) Schedule: ~35 hours/week (some evenings and occasional Saturdays required) Duration: Late June through late November Compensation: ~$37/hour Overview A leading academic and innovation-driven institution is seeking a Program / Operations Coordinator to support a dynamic entrepreneurship and engineering-focused initiative during a leave coverage. This role will work closely with senior leadership to deliver programming, support stakeholder engagement, and help drive initiatives within a highly collaborative ecosystem. Position Summary This individual will play a key role in executing programs and events that support an entrepreneurial and research-focused community. The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and comfortable working across a wide range of stakeholders in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. Key Responsibilities Partner with senior leadership to support strategy and execution of programs within an innovation-focused ecosystem Coordinate and execute events such as workshops, networking sessions, speaker events, and research programs Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders including students, faculty, and partner organizations Identify opportunities to strengthen programming and community engagement Track program impact and maintain reporting metrics (KPIs) Manage partnerships with external organizations, including startups, accelerators, and venture groups Maintain communication channels including newsletters, website updates, and social platforms Support event logistics including scheduling, catering, room setup, and onsite execution Manage project timelines and task tracking using project management tools Attend events (including evenings and occasional weekends) to ensure smooth execution Provide general administrative and operational support as needed Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience 5+ years of administrative, program coordination, or operations experience Experience with event planning and logistics Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Detail-oriented with a proactive and adaptable mindset Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment Interest in innovation, entrepreneurship, or academic environments is a plus Additional Details Hybrid schedule with required in-person presence and event support Exposure to a highly collaborative, innovation-driven environment Ideal for candidates with a "startup mindset" who enjoy building and supporting programs Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply. California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. If you would like to complete our voluntary self-identification form, please click here or copy and paste the following link into an open window in your browser: https://jobs.beaconhillstaffing.com/eeoc/ Completion of this form is voluntary and will not affect your opportunity for employment, or the terms or conditions of your employment. This form will be used for reporting purposes only and will be kept separate from all other records. Company Profile: Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement. Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs. Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com. Benefits Information: Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings. We look forward to working with you. Beacon Hill. Employing the Future (TM)