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INTRODUCTION
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
Responsible for coordinating project and program activities, managing documentation, and facilitating communication among team members to ensure the successful execution of projects/tasks. Track and ensure the schedule, and details of a program and/or project tasks are well organized. Organize reporting, plan meetings, and provide updates to Administrative Manager.
Does this position require Patient Care? No
Essential Functions
- Maintain and monitor programs, project plans, project schedules, work hours, and expenditures.
- Organize, attend, and participate in stakeholder meetings.
- Document and follow up on important actions and decisions from meetings.
- Prepare necessary presentation materials for meetings.
- Ensure project deadlines are met.
- Ensure projects adhere to frameworks and all documentation is maintained appropriately for each project.
- Oversee multiple projects simultaneously, exercising appropriate judgement in balancing priorities.
- Assist Administrative Manager with department event planning and faculty recruitment.
- Stand in for others during vacations and time away.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Event Planning:
- Develop project plans for events.
- Establish and maintain relationships with vendors and venues.
- Plan event details and aspects, including seating, food, and guest lists.
- Support events and address potential problems that may arise.
- Plan for potential scenarios that could impact the integrity of the event.
- Maintain a working knowledge of the complex needs of a wide variety of events.
- Manage each aspect of the event planning process, including vendor referrals, coordinating event details, and provide or arrange general support throughout the event.
- Provide excellent customer service, organized and consistent communication as well as streamline event preparation, while representing the Department of Surgery with a professional image.
Recruitment: Faculty/Surgeons/Principal Investigators
- In consultation with Administrative Manager and Division Chief, develop a plan for each divisional role to be recruited.
- Develop a clear position description that includes essential qualifications, experience, and DEI language requirements.
- Support the administrative manager in the approval and posting of ads to relevant job boards including Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) job boards.
- Proactively communicate with all stakeholders: BWH senior leadership, Division Chiefs, Administrative Directors, search committee members, candidates.
Data collection:
- For each search create a folder system by which all information is saved and accessed by search committees and DOS leadership.
- All applications received are saved for review and tracked for DEI and HMS purposes.
- Harvard Medical School Office of Faculty Affairs search documentation.
- Candidate Evaluations.
- Offer Letter and employment agreements.
- Manage candidate interviews, first round and second round, onsite interviews.
- Coordinate all stakeholder’s availability, candidates, search committees and clinical partners and research collaborators.
- Schedule interviews and create itineraries.
- Plan candidate travel: flights, airport transportation, hotel accommodations, dinner reservations.
- Process reimbursements for candidates as necessary.
Grand Rounds:
- Provide program management for the Surgery Grand Rounds Course Director in the implementation and planning of Grand Rounds and Visiting Professor lectures.
- Serve as the primary liaison to the faculty and staff, Visiting Professors and MGB Faculty coordinating all grand round operations; this may include issues related to specific visits, presentations, key person involved in other key communique such as site visits.
- With Surgery Grand Rounds Course Director and committee, help to identify Visiting Professors (VP). Manage schedule, establish speakers travel arrangements, hotel accommodations, transportation itinerary, manage all incurred expenses, reimbursements, and honorariums.
- This location of this role is dependent on programming taking place at the Brigham and Women's Hospital campus or the Mass General Hospital campus.
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required and Associate's Degree Related Field of Study preferred.
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No
Licenses and Credentials
Experience
Project support or administrative experience 3-5 years required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledgeable of basic business administrative principles and project management best practices.
- Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Ability to work on tight deadlines.
- Knowledge of file management and other administrative procedures.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Physical Requirements
- Standing Occasionally (3-33%)
- Walking Occasionally (3-33%)
- Sitting Constantly (67-100%)
- Lifting Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 35lbs
- Carrying Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 35lbs
- Pushing Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Pulling Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Balancing Occasionally (3-33%)
- Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
- Kneeling Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Crouching Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Reaching Occasionally (3-33%)
- Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67-100%)
- Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
- Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
- Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
- Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
- Talking Constantly (67-100%)
- Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
Remote Type
Hybrid
Work Location
75 Francis Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Pay Range
$19.81 - $28.30/Hourly
Grade
3
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
EEO Statement:
2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.

INTRODUCTION
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
Responsible for coordinating project and program activities, managing documentation, and facilitating communication among team members to ensure the successful execution of projects/tasks. Track and ensure the schedule, and details of a program and/or project tasks are well organized. Organize reporting, plan meetings, and provide updates to Administrative Manager.
Does this position require Patient Care? No
Essential Functions
- Maintain and monitor programs, project plans, project schedules, work hours, and expenditures.
- Organize, attend, and participate in stakeholder meetings.
- Document and follow up on important actions and decisions from meetings.
- Prepare necessary presentation materials for meetings.
- Ensure project deadlines are met.
- Ensure projects adhere to frameworks and all documentation is maintained appropriately for each project.
- Oversee multiple projects simultaneously, exercising appropriate judgement in balancing priorities.
- Assist Administrative Manager with department event planning and faculty recruitment.
- Stand in for others during vacations and time away.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Event Planning:
- Develop project plans for events.
- Establish and maintain relationships with vendors and venues.
- Plan event details and aspects, including seating, food, and guest lists.
- Support events and address potential problems that may arise.
- Plan for potential scenarios that could impact the integrity of the event.
- Maintain a working knowledge of the complex needs of a wide variety of events.
- Manage each aspect of the event planning process, including vendor referrals, coordinating event details, and provide or arrange general support throughout the event.
- Provide excellent customer service, organized and consistent communication as well as streamline event preparation, while representing the Department of Surgery with a professional image.
Recruitment: Faculty/Surgeons/Principal Investigators
- In consultation with Administrative Manager and Division Chief, develop a plan for each divisional role to be recruited.
- Develop a clear position description that includes essential qualifications, experience, and DEI language requirements.
- Support the administrative manager in the approval and posting of ads to relevant job boards including Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) job boards.
- Proactively communicate with all stakeholders: BWH senior leadership, Division Chiefs, Administrative Directors, search committee members, candidates.
Data collection:
- For each search create a folder system by which all information is saved and accessed by search committees and DOS leadership.
- All applications received are saved for review and tracked for DEI and HMS purposes.
- Harvard Medical School Office of Faculty Affairs search documentation.
- Candidate Evaluations.
- Offer Letter and employment agreements.
- Manage candidate interviews, first round and second round, onsite interviews.
- Coordinate all stakeholder’s availability, candidates, search committees and clinical partners and research collaborators.
- Schedule interviews and create itineraries.
- Plan candidate travel: flights, airport transportation, hotel accommodations, dinner reservations.
- Process reimbursements for candidates as necessary.
Grand Rounds:
- Provide program management for the Surgery Grand Rounds Course Director in the implementation and planning of Grand Rounds and Visiting Professor lectures.
- Serve as the primary liaison to the faculty and staff, Visiting Professors and MGB Faculty coordinating all grand round operations; this may include issues related to specific visits, presentations, key person involved in other key communique such as site visits.
- With Surgery Grand Rounds Course Director and committee, help to identify Visiting Professors (VP). Manage schedule, establish speakers travel arrangements, hotel accommodations, transportation itinerary, manage all incurred expenses, reimbursements, and honorariums.
- This location of this role is dependent on programming taking place at the Brigham and Women's Hospital campus or the Mass General Hospital campus.
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required and Associate's Degree Related Field of Study preferred.
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No
Licenses and Credentials
Experience
Project support or administrative experience 3-5 years required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledgeable of basic business administrative principles and project management best practices.
- Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Ability to work on tight deadlines.
- Knowledge of file management and other administrative procedures.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Physical Requirements
- Standing Occasionally (3-33%)
- Walking Occasionally (3-33%)
- Sitting Constantly (67-100%)
- Lifting Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 35lbs
- Carrying Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 35lbs
- Pushing Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Pulling Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Balancing Occasionally (3-33%)
- Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
- Kneeling Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Crouching Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Reaching Occasionally (3-33%)
- Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67-100%)
- Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
- Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
- Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
- Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
- Talking Constantly (67-100%)
- Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
Remote Type
Hybrid
Work Location
75 Francis Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Pay Range
$19.81 - $28.30/Hourly
Grade
3
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
EEO Statement:
2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Program Coordinator
Target organizations with established sponsorship programs
Universities, large nonprofits, and government contractors regularly sponsor Program Coordinators. These employers understand the visa process and have HR teams experienced with immigration paperwork and compliance requirements.
Emphasize specialized program management skills
Highlight experience with grant management, stakeholder coordination, or specific program areas like healthcare, education, or community development. Specialized knowledge strengthens the specialty occupation argument for H-1B approval.
Research the organization's mission alignment
Nonprofits and mission-driven organizations often value candidates whose background aligns with their cause. This cultural fit can differentiate you from other candidates when sponsorship budgets are limited.
Demonstrate quantifiable program outcomes
Document specific achievements like programs launched, participants served, or efficiency improvements. Concrete metrics help employers justify the specialized nature of your role to USCIS during petition review.
Consider federal contractors and grantees
Organizations receiving federal funding often have more resources for visa sponsorship. Research contractors working on government programs in your area of expertise, as they frequently need qualified program staff.
Highlight multilingual or cross-cultural skills
Program Coordinators often work with diverse populations. Language skills, international experience, or cultural competency can be valuable differentiators, especially for organizations serving immigrant or international communities.
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Find Program Coordinator JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Do Program Coordinator roles qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, but the role must require a bachelor's degree in a specific field like business administration, nonprofit management, or communications. Generic coordinator positions that accept any degree may not qualify. The employer must demonstrate the role requires specialized knowledge beyond what a high school graduate could perform with brief training.
What degree fields work best for Program Coordinator H-1B petitions?
Business Administration, Public Administration, Nonprofit Management, Communications, Social Work, and field-specific degrees (Healthcare Administration for health programs, Education for academic programs) typically work well. The degree should directly relate to the program area you'll be coordinating to strengthen the specialty occupation argument.
Which types of employers sponsor Program Coordinators most often?
Universities, large nonprofits, government contractors, healthcare systems, and federal agencies sponsor Program Coordinators regularly. These organizations typically have established HR processes for visa sponsorship and understand the immigration requirements. Small nonprofits may want to sponsor but lack resources or experience with the process.
Can I get sponsored as a Program Coordinator with a general business degree?
Possibly, if the role requires specific business skills like budget management, stakeholder relations, or project management that directly relate to your degree coursework. However, a specialized degree in nonprofit management, public administration, or the program's focus area typically provides stronger support for H-1B approval.
How to find Program Coordinator jobs with visa sponsorship?
To find Program Coordinator positions with visa sponsorship, use Migrate Mate, which specializes in connecting international candidates with sponsoring employers. Program Coordinator roles are commonly available with H-1B, TN, and other work visas in nonprofit organizations, healthcare systems, educational institutions, and government agencies. These employers frequently sponsor international talent for coordination and administrative roles requiring specialized skills.
What if my Program Coordinator role involves multiple program areas?
Multi-faceted coordinator roles can actually strengthen H-1B cases by demonstrating complexity requiring specialized education. Document how different aspects of the role require specific knowledge from your degree field. For example, coordinating health programs requires understanding of healthcare systems, while education programs need knowledge of curriculum development and student services.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Program Coordinator jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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