Program Coordinator - Leadership Institute

Leadership Institute Program Coordinator

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is a premier academic cancer center dedicated to advancing cancer care, research, education, and prevention. The Leadership Institute Program Coordinator plays an important role in supporting leadership development initiatives that strengthen the institution's workforce and leadership capabilities.

UT MD Anderson's Leadership Institute coordinates programs, events, and development opportunities for leaders across the institution. The Leadership Institute Program Coordinator is responsible for ensuring the successful planning, coordination, and execution of these initiatives. The Leadership Institute Program Coordinator works closely with participants, program stakeholders, and support teams to maintain efficient operations and high-quality program delivery.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree and experience coordinating programs or projects, preferably within a learning, training, leadership development, or organizational development environment. Candidates should demonstrate strong organizational skills, event coordination experience, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while supporting leadership development initiatives.

Minimum $25.48/hour – Midpoint $31.73/hour – Maximum $37.98/hour

Why Us?

At UT MD Anderson, this role directly supports the development of current and future leaders by coordinating impactful learning experiences and leadership programs. Employees have the opportunity to contribute to the institution's mission while building valuable expertise in program coordination, event management, and leadership development within a collaborative environment that supports professional growth and work-life balance.

• Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance. • Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options. • Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups. • Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Leadership Institute activities and program governance for leaders across the institution • Support the planning, logistics, and execution of leadership development programs, events, and initiatives
• Manage participant selection and enrollment processes using established eligibility criteria • Monitor registrations, attendance, and participant engagement throughout program delivery • Track completion of pre-work, assessments, and other program requirements
• Schedule and secure meeting spaces and training facilities for Leadership Institute programs • Coordinate catering services, conference support, and related event logistics • Coordinate meeting, program, and event invitations to participants and stakeholders
• Maintain inventories of training materials and ensure resources are prepared for program delivery • Provide onsite coordination and operational support during Leadership Institute events • Support New Employee Orientation and student-focused program activities
• Assist with the preparation of evaluation summaries and program outcome reports • Develop recommendations to enhance program effectiveness and improve participant outcomes

EDUCATION

Required

Preferred: Bachelor's Degree

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required: 3 years Related experience, including program/project coordination experience. or

1 year Required experience with Master's degree.

May substitute required education degree with additional years of equivalent experience on a one-to-one basis.

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html