Description

About the World Affairs Council

The World Affairs Council of Seattle is a 75 year-old nonpartisan, nonprofit organization committed to fostering global understanding and engagement. Through public programs, youth education and teacher training, and international leadership exchanges, we connect the Puget Sound region to the world and empower individuals to think critically about global issues and their local impact.

We are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in all aspects of our work. We believe that a globally engaged community must also be an inclusive one, and we strive to reflect that in our programming, partnerships, and workplace culture.

Position Summary

This is a newly-created position. We expect the Outreach and Operations Coordinator to be a key member of our small but dynamic team, responsible for supporting both internal operations and external communications. This hybrid role is ideal for a highly organized, creative, and tech-savvy professional who thrives in a mission-driven environment.

This position splits responsibilities evenly between:

• Communications, Marketing, and Event Support (50%)
• Office, HR, and Tech Support (50%)

Depending on experience, the title may be adjusted to Officer or Manager.

Outreach and Communications Responsibilities (50%)

•  Develop and execute marketing strategies to promote Council events, programs, and initiatives.
•  Manage social media accounts, email campaigns, and website updates.
•   Design promotional materials including flyers, newsletters, and digital graphics.
•  Ensure consistency in brand messaging across all communication channels.
• Support community engagement efforts by collecting and curating impact stories, testimonials, and visual content.
• Support event logistics including registration, guest communications, and on-site coordination.
• Assist with donor communications and stewardship materials as requested.

Operations Responsibilities

• General Operations
• Oversee day-to-day office operations including ordering supplies, scheduling, and vendor relations.
• Handle general office correspondence and serve as the first point of contact for visitors and inquiries.
• Maintain well-organized digital and physical filing systems and archives to promote organizational efficiency.
• Human Resources Coordination
• Assist with basic HR support, including scheduling onboarding and orientation for new staff/interns.
• Support the administration of employee benefits.
• Aid in implementing performance management processes and general staff support.
• Coordinate the Council’s internship program, including recruitment, onboarding, scheduling, and providing ongoing support to interns.
• Technology and Information Systems
• Troubleshoot basic tech issues and liaise with external vendors for additional assistance as needed.
• Maintain relationships with IT contractors and service providers.
• Assist in planning and budgeting for technology upgrades, licenses, and tools.
• Manage the organization’s WordPress website, ensuring functionality, accuracy, and timely updates.

Desired Qualifications

•  Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in international relations, nonprofits, or related field. Equivalent experience considered in place of formal education.
• 2+ years of relevant experience.
•  Strong writing skills and attentiveness to detail.
•  Excellent oral and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in digital marketing tools (e.g., Mailchimp, Canva, WordPress, social media platforms).
• Familiarity with office software (Microsoft 365, Google Workspace) and basic tech troubleshooting.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines with attention to detail.
• Commitment to the mission of global education and civic engagement.

Inclusiveness

We bring the world to Seattle; we want you to bring your world to work with us. The World Affairs Council is committed to building a more inclusive organization, one that not only celebrates the diversity of the global cultures and traditions of our staff, board, members, international visitors, and the community, but also acknowledges the histories, lived experiences, and systems that impact the people and communities we serve, past and present. The World Affairs Council is an equal opportunity employer; we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification protected by federal, state, or local law. If you share our values and want to help shape our work, we’d love to hear from you.

Compensation

Our compensation philosophy aligns with our values and supports the strategic initiatives guiding the Council’s work. The key principles that guide our approach to compensation:

• Attract and retain: We strive to offer a total compensation program that attracts and retains talent and is competitive for similar organizations.
• Motivate: We reward performance that drives the organization’s mission forward.
• Understand the market: Benchmark base pay levels and practices against peer organizations (like-size/budget non-profits in King County) and pay within industry norms.
•  Equity in the workplace: We are committed to providing equal pay for equal work within the Council, with allowable pay differences based on factors not prohibited by law. While fairness is fundamental, individuals bring different experience levels and skills to roles that are themselves sometimes different – compensation reflects these meaningful differences and varies accordingly.

The salary for this position will depend on experience, past achievement, and equity within the organization. Benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance; and generous paid time off. Orca pass and phone stipend included.

Salary Range: $44,000-$52,000 

This position reports to Community Programs and Operations Director​