Operations Coordinator - FULLY REMOTE
Full Time • Fully Remote - US
101 Marietta St, NW, Ste. 1650 ∙ Atlanta, Georgia 30303 ∙ www.southerneducation.org
Operations Coordinator
Innovate, Excel, Succeed with Our Team! The Southern Education Foundation, Inc. (SEF), located in Atlanta, Georgia seeks an outstanding candidate to fill our Operations Coordinator position to support The Center for Outcomes Based Contracting (OBC).
For 158 years, SEF has made major contributions to improving education, from early childhood education through post-secondary completion. SEF works to improve equity, excellence, and opportunity in education in the South and across our nation, with an emphasis on increasing opportunities for students of color and students in low-income families. SEF pursues its mission through research, policy analysis, advocacy, leadership development, and direct services to schools.
This position reports to the Senior Manager of Operations, Outcomes Based Contracting. To learn more, please visit www.southerneducation.org.
The Opportunity:
The Center for Outcomes Based Contracting (OBC) is designed to foster partnerships between school districts and service providers, with the goal of improving student outcomes. The Operations Coordinator will support the OBC in creating outcomes based contracts with tutoring providers. This role operates in a fast-paced environment requiring excellent multitasking abilities and strong team collaboration skills. The ideal candidate thrives in dynamic situations, can manage multiple competing priorities, and maintains composure under pressure while coordinating high-level meetings, managing client relationships, and ensuring smooth technical operations.
Candidates interested in this position should have working knowledge of and passionate commitment to improving educational opportunities, particularly for K-12 students experiencing poverty. The ideal candidate is committed to the belief that education is the vehicle by which all students obtain fair chances to develop their talents and contribute to the common good.
TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Executive Support
● Manage complex calendar scheduling for the OBC Managing Director.
● Draft and distribute meeting agendas for client interactions.
● Coordinate logistics for high-level meetings and presentations.
● Process and track expense reports and basic AP/AR documentation.
● Plan and coordinate meetings/retreats, including:
○ Managing logistics and materials.
○ Researching and securing program venues.
○ Organizing follow-up activities.
○ Supporting virtual and in-person meeting execution.
Technical Coordination
● Provide technical support for virtual presentations and webinars.
● Manage web conferencing platforms and troubleshoot issues.
● Support team members with technological needs.
● Ensure smooth execution of meetings.
● Maintain and organize digital resources and materials.
● Supporting system training and adoption.
● Test and provide feedback on new operational systems.
Program Operations
● Maintain organized documentation in Google Drive.
● Support knowledge management systems and processes.
● Manage Salesforce records and Monday.com project tracking.
● Support data collection and reporting for grant requirements.
● Assist with financial documentation organization.
● Track invoices and contract deliverables.
● Support development of standard operating procedures.
● Perform other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS:
● Bachelor's degree.
● 2-4 years of experience in executive support or program coordination.
● Strong technical aptitude with virtual meeting platforms.
● Excellent calendar management and scheduling skills.
● Experience with data tracking and reporting.
● Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
● Thrives in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
● Exceptional ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
● Strong team player with collaborative mindset.
● Adaptable and flexible in changing situations.
● Maintains composure under pressure.
● Exceptional attention to detail even when juggling multiple tasks.
● Strong problem-solving skills.
● Professional communication style.
● Technical troubleshooting abilities.
● Proactive and solutions-oriented approach.
● Occasional travel is required.
PREFERRED SKILLS:
● Experience in education or nonprofit sector.
● Familiarity with Salesforce and Monday.com.
● Background in managing consultancy relationships.
● Experience with grant tracking and reporting.
This is a full-time remote position working Monday – Friday. Compensation for this role is $65,000 - $75,000 and is commensurate with experience including a competitive benefits package. This is a philanthropic grant-funded position with funding in place.
The Southern Education Foundation is an Atlanta based organization with a national presence. For candidates based in Atlanta, employees are currently working a hybrid schedule including working remotely and, in the office, based on the needs of the business. For candidates based outside of Atlanta, this is a remote-only position with potential of travel to Atlanta and with approved company expenses paid for.
Interested candidates should submit: 1) a letter of interest; 2) a current resume; 3) the names and contact information of three references to (hr@southerneducation.org) ensuring Operations Coordinator, OBC is included in the subject line of the email. Applications will be accepted until March 17, 2025.
Southern Education Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
This is a remote position.
Compensation: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Southern Education Foundation
is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization supported by partners and donors committed to advancing equitable education policies and practices that elevate learning for low-income students and students of color in the southern states. We develop and disseminate research-based solutions for policymakers and grow the capacity of education leaders and influencers to create systemic change.
We believe education equity is essential to achieve quality and fairness in the public education system.
Equity exists when race and income are no longer the most reliable predictors of student success and systems work to ensure that each child receives what they need when they need it, to develop to their full academic and social potential. We envision a world where every student, regardless of background, enjoys an education that propels them toward the opportunity-rich life they deserve.
Our Mission
Since 1867, the mission of Southern Education Foundation has been to advance equitable education practices and policies in the South through research, advocacy, and leadership development that will result in every student regardless of background attaining a high-quality education that propels them toward the opportunity-rich life they deserve.
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