Program Development Coordinator

We are actively seeking a dedicated Program Development Coordinator to enhance the experiences we offer our military-connected community.

This role is ideal for individuals passionate about creating engaging content and coordinating impactful events, while contributing to the meaningful career transitions of service members, veterans, and military spouses.

Join VPMMA as a Program Development Coordinator – Shape Our Programs, Impact Lives!

Are you a creative, organized individual with a passion for program development and supporting the military community?

Job Overview:

The Program Development Coordinator plays a key role in shaping the experiences VPMMA offers its community of military-connected individuals. This volunteer position supports the design, improvement, and execution of internal and community-facing programs within the Programs vertical. From content creation to event coordination, this role ensures our programming is meaningful, engaging, and aligned with VPMMA’s mission to support career transitions for the military community.

Key Responsibilities:

• • Program Planning & Development: Collaborate with the Deputy Director of Programs to design and launch small-scale initiatives and program enhancements.
  • Contribute creative ideas, content suggestions, and feedback to ensure programming is current, relevant, and engaging.
  • Develop and maintain resources, tools, and templates that support program delivery and scalability.
  • Assist in building curated topic playlists and testing new content formats or tools.
  • Event Coordination & Delivery :Support virtual events, workshops, or community sessions:
  • Preparing event materials (e.g., slide decks, polls, scripts, feedback forms).
  • Coordinating and vetting guest speakers and subject matter experts.
  • Serving in key roles such as session moderator, timekeeper, breakout room lead, or Q&A summarizer.
  • Facilitating or co-facilitating sessions as needed.
  • Content & Media Support: Draft scripts for short video sessions and assist with basic video recording and editing.
  • Help upload content to the member portal and organize files within Google Drive.
  • Format templates and help maintain a polished and user-friendly resource library.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Program Planning & Design: Ability to conceptualize and develop engaging program content and initiatives.
• Event Management Support: Experience in coordinating virtual events, including preparation, speaker liaison, and on-session roles.
• Content Creation: Aptitude for drafting clear, concise, and engaging written materials, including scripts.
• Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with virtual meeting platforms (e.g., Zoom, Google Meet) and document management systems (e.g., Google Drive). Basic video editing skills are a plus.
• Organizational Skills: Strong ability to manage tasks, maintain resources, and ensure timely execution of program elements.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective collaboration and content delivery.
• Collaboration: Willingness to work effectively within a team, offering and receiving feedback constructively.
• Mission Alignment: A genuine passion for VPMMA’s mission and a commitment to supporting military service members, veterans, and their spouses in their career transitions.

This is a volunteer position and is remote. It falls under the Programs Committee directorate. We encourage a commitment of six months to one year to ensure consistency and effectiveness in our programs. Volunteers should aim for 5 to 8 hours per week, with a minimum of 15 hours per month. We understand that some weeks may be less active due to holidays or vacations, and effective communication about your availability helps us remain flexible and ensures smooth operations.

You will report directly to the Deputy Director of Programs, with the Director of Programs and Career Services serving as an alternate. You'll be a key part of the Programs Team.

Benefits of Volunteering with VPMMA:

• Professional Growth: Access online learning materials and professional development opportunities to enhance your skills.
• Networking: Connect with professionals and peers in project management and the nonprofit sectors.
• Resume Enhancement: Gain valuable experience that adds to your resume and receive references for career advancement.
• Scholarship Opportunities: Volunteers who contribute 200 hours of service are eligible for scholarships that support further education and professional development.
• Meaningful Impact: Directly contributes to empowering military service members, veterans, and military spouses in their career transitions.

Your expertise is crucial to our success. Join us in making a tangible difference!