Program and Operations Coordinator
Program & Operations Coordinator (Part-Time)
Organization: Leadership Kitsap
Location: Kitsap County, WA (hybrid, with some in-person program days and events required)
Schedule: 20 hours/week
Compensation: Hourly, $20-$25/hr, DOE
Reports to: Executive Director
About Leadership Kitsap
Leadership Kitsap develops and connects leaders to build a stronger community. Through programs like the Signature Program, Premier Institute, and community events, we equip individuals with the skills, relationships, and awareness needed to lead with impact.
We are a growing, multi-program nonprofit entering an exciting phase of increased structure, sustainability, and scale.
Position Overview
The Program & Operations Coordinator is a key team member responsible for ensuring Leadership Kitsap’s programs run smoothly, consistently, and with excellence.
This role focuses on execution, coordination, and systems—owning the day-to-day operations of our programs while supporting volunteers, participants, and the Executive Director.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, people-oriented, and thrives in turning plans into reality. This person brings structure, follow-through, and calm to a dynamic, community-centered environment.
Core Responsibilities
Program Operations & Delivery
- Coordinate logistics for Leadership Kitsap programs, including the Signature Program, Premier Institute, and events
- Manage program calendars, timelines, materials, and run-of-show documents
- Serve as a primary point of contact for participant communications and logistics
- Track attendance, participation, and program requirements
- Ensure smooth, professional execution of all program days and experiences
- Coordinate schedules and communication for facilitators, speakers, and volunteer leaders
- Support Project Co-Chairs and program volunteers with timelines, expectations, and resources
- Maintain organized and up-to-date contact lists and records
- Provide timely, clear, and friendly communication and follow-up
- Maintain and improve program systems, templates, and standard operating procedures
- Organize and manage shared files (Teams/Drive) to ensure clarity and accessibility
- Document processes to support consistency and future growth
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce friction
- Draft and send routine program communications (emails, updates, reminders)
- Coordinate with the Marketing Team to ensure alignment on timelines and information flow
- Ensure participants, volunteers, and stakeholders receive timely and accurate information
- Collect and organize program data, including attendance and evaluations
- Compile survey results and summarize key insights
- Support reporting for program evaluation and board-level updates
- Assist with preparation for program-related meetings and materials
- Provide a proactive communication loop on program status, risks, and needs
- Support execution of priorities while maintaining clear role boundaries
What This Role Is Not
This position does not include:
- Fundraising or donor management
- Marketing strategy ownership
- Board or governance management
- Financial oversight beyond basic program expense tracking
Required:
- Strong organizational and project coordination skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- High level of reliability, follow-through, and attention to detail
- Comfort working both independently and collaboratively
- Experience in nonprofit, education, or program coordination environments
- Experience working with volunteers or community-based programs
- Familiarity with tools such as Microsoft Teams, Excel, and shared file systems
- Systems-thinking mindset with a desire to improve processes
- Highly organized: You bring order to complexity
- Proactive: You anticipate needs and solve problems early
- People-centered: You communicate clearly and build trust
- Calm under pressure: You keep things moving, even when plans shift
- Ownership mindset: You take responsibility for outcomes, not just tasks

