Program Coordinator- Network Programs and Projects

At the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, we first listen to the communities we serve, tap into our learnings and relationships, and bring everyone together to build and support programs that improve education, boost entrepreneurship, and help Kansas City thrive.

Program Coordinator- Network Programs and Projects

The Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation is a private, nonpartisan foundation that provides access to opportunities that help people achieve financial stability, upward mobility, and economic prosperity – regardless of race, gender, or geography. The Foundation uses its grantmaking, research, programs, affiliates, and initiatives to support the start and growth of new businesses, a more prepared workforce, and stronger communities. Our work is grounded in the principles of racial equity, diversity, and inclusion and is consistent with the aspirations of our founder, Ewing Marion Kauffman.

Based in Kansas City, Missouri, the Kauffman Foundation is one of the largest foundations in the United States with an asset base of approximately $3 billion. While striving to have national impact and global reach, the Foundation is deeply committed to Kansas City, as evidenced by work on initiatives that reach into neighborhoods and enrich the community and quality of life in the region. For more information about the Foundation, please visit the website at www.kauffman.org.

RESPONSIBILITIES

 

Position Summary

 

The Program Coordinator reports to the Executive Director and supports program activities that advance network-building and collaboration across FastTrac and 1 Million Cups. This role coordinates network capacity-building programs, convenings, and team activities while tracking related projects and follow-up opportunities.

 

Key Responsibilities

 

Network-Building Initiative

 

• Use Teamwork, the team’s project management platform, to develop and manage project plans, timelines, milestones, and deliverables for all network-building initiatives.

• Provide coordination support for projects and initiatives that strengthen the FastTrac and 1 Million Cups network.

• Coordinate communications, resources, and stakeholder participation related to network building initiative.

• Track network programs’ participation, engagement, and general feedback to support continuous improvement and decision-making.

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Convenings and Network Engagement

 

• Support the planning and execution of national and regional convenings for the FastTrac and 1 Million Cups networks.

• Track projects and collaboration opportunities that emerge from convenings and support related planning, follow-up, and progress monitoring

• Support major national initiatives, including milestone celebrations such as 1 Million Cups at 15 and FastTrac at 35.

• Coordinate program content, participant communications, and speaker engagement for convenings.

• Support event coordination by assisting with venue arrangements, participant travel, event logistics, and hospitality to help create a high-quality participant experience.

• Gather participant feedback and support follow-up activities/reports that extend the value of each convening.

 

Team Building and Collaboration

 

• Support the Executive Director in coordinating virtual and in-person capacity-building programs for HQ team and network leaders, working with external facilitators and participants to manage schedules, communications, and program logistics
• Support coordination for team-building activities, retreats, professional development sessions, and shared learning opportunities.
• Provide general scheduling, coordination, note taking and reporting for team meetings, activities, and collaborative initiatives

 

Program Resources and Communication

 

• Maintain organized team and network building information, resources, and documentation.

• Coordinate with the Strategic Communications team on relevant external communications related to network-building and collaboration initiatives.

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Qualifications

 

• 1+ years of experience in program coordination, project coordination, community engagement, or a related field.

• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple programs and projects simultaneously.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to track timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder commitments.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and virtual collaboration tools.

• Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

• Interested in entrepreneurship, community building, and supporting individuals and organizations within a national network.

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Preferred Experience

 

• Experience supporting programs, network initiatives, team-development activities, learning experiences, or community-based convenings.
• Experience coordinating projects involving multiple stakeholders.
• Familiarity with project management tools such as slack, team work, box, or similar platforms.
• Experience working with Salesforce, Canvas, or similar CRM and learning management systems.

NON-DISCRIMINATION

The EMKF provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected category under applicable law.

TO APPLY

Interested applicants can apply for this position by submitting a cover letter and resume. Job posting will be removed at 12:00 pm CT on November 10, 2026.

 

Please note that this role is Kansas City, MO based and associates must reside in the Kansas City metropolitan area.