Center Program Coordinator

About the role

World Learning is hiring a Center Program Coordinator based in Dakar, Senegal, for a one-year full-time position starting in January 2027. The coordinator supports the development and delivery of all programs in Senegal, including semester, summer, EIL, Custom and visiting programs, working closely with program leadership and the center director. The role covers academic, administrative, student support and other functions.

Key responsibilities

• Plan the semester program with the center director, coordinate program documentation and reporting, and brief students on the program.
• Develop and maintain program materials and the program library, and coordinate program logistics and academic components.
• Manage relationships with in-country organisations, practitioners and academic contributors.
• Handle administration and budget: file and prepare documents, negotiate program services, book accommodation and classrooms, track expenses, collect receipts, manage petty cash and oversee host country collaborators.
• Support students: accompany them to medical appointments, act as a contact for health and social problems, stay reachable by mobile during the semester, respond to emergencies and monitor their wellbeing.
• Travel on program excursions, which may last from one day to several weeks and involve physical activity in urban and remote settings.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university; education, project management, communications or business administration preferred.
• 2 to 5 years of experience in an educational or non-profit setting, preferably responsible for students' well-being and safety.
• Experience working with youth and familiarity with American youth and culture, and with cross-cultural issues.
• Authorized to work in the location where the position is offered.

Required skills

• Project and program management, and excellent written and verbal communication in English, French and other relevant Senegalese languages.
• Administrative, planning and financial management skills.
• Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Analytic, strategic and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and ability to work independently and in a team.