The National Press Club Journalism Institute, a 501(c)(3), is hiring a Training Coordinator to organize and execute its professional development work for working journalists. This role will be at the center of planning and executing impactful learning that powers journalism in the public interest. The Institute’s current training portfolio includes virtual and in-person programming at our Washington, D.C., headquarters. The training coordinator will also oversee day-to-day operations of the Eric Friedheim National Journalism Library and its professional development resources.

*This position has strong opportunities to start or shift to a manager role based on skills and experience. 

Programmatic responsibilities include:

• Work closely with the Executive Director and staff to execute a professional development strategy that meets NPCJI’s goals and mission;
• Support the operations and logistics of all professional development and NPCJI events, to include more than two dozen virtual or in-person programs annually on a wide range of topics, including evening events, daylong workshops, and conferences; 
• Handle day-to-day administration of events and programs, including developing event timelines, BEO reviews, security scheduling and walk-throughs, coordinating press, leading programming run-throughs, attendee participation, registration counts, RSVP tracking, assessment, and issues resolution;
• Generate training ideas that extend the Institute’s reach and competitiveness, meet the industry’s needs, and build loyalty;
• Collaborate with the Executive Director and other stakeholders on curriculum design;
• Build and manage a database of potential speakers and teachers that reflects the diverse constituents media represents;
• Craft messages that convey the value of professional development programs to the target audiences for promotional use;
• Provide teaching support for classes as needed;
• Support the development of first-rate experiences for onsite and virtual attendees to drive brand awareness and member experience;
• Write and edit takeaways and resources for Institute newsletters, social media, and website; 
• Track budget and registration to ensure training programs meet expectations and requirements for grantmakers;
• Track measurement tools to evaluate outcomes;
• Collect and contribute program narratives for grant applications and development initiatives;
• Maintain annual training calendar and course descriptions;
• Assess future learning needs in consultation with members, staff, board, journalists, journalism students and members of the public.

Library responsibilities include:

• Coordinate library orientation and other related training;
• Coordinate and manage resources and space;
• Provide general office support as needed;
• Manage office administration, handling mail intake, conference room bookings, and equipment check-out;
• Serve as an initial voice of customer service for constituents interested in NPCJI events and library resources;
• Audit and improve systems for managing library and office environments.

Other duties may be assigned by the Executive Director.

About the Institute: 

The National Press Club Journalism Institute promotes an engaged global citizenry through an independent and free press, and equips journalists with skills and standards to inform the public in ways that inspire a more representative democracy. As the non-profit affiliate of the National Press Club, the Institute powers journalism in the public interest.

The Institute’s 2022-2024 strategic plan was approved in 2021. You can read it here and view a list of the Institute’s guiding principles here.

The National Press Club Journalism Institute is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, country of origin, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by local, state, or federal laws.

How to apply:

To apply, email the following to Executive Director Beth Francesco at bfrancesco@press.org with the subject line Re: Training Coordinator:

• Your résumé
• A cover letter explaining your interest in the position, experience coordinating training or events, and your professional development philosophy. 

Application review will begin immediately.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Reporting or editing experience in a newsroom environment within the last five years
• A strong interest in developing journalism curriculum or training resources
• Excellent organizational, communication, and multitasking skills
• Ability to master new software and tools for event registration, content management, email marketing, virtual events and webinars; proficiency in MS Office and Google products
• Experience with current social media platforms
• Strong analytical and communication skills in writing and in person. Excellent knowledge of AP and journalistic style and attention to detail are musts.
• Collaborative and entrepreneurial approach to work
• A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• Strong experience using digital tools, including Zoom, Slack, Outlook suite, Google suite, and Wordpress, or similar tools
• Experience editing, teaching, or coaching journalists
• Experience in conference or event planning or execution 
• Experience working with small but nimble teams
• Newsroom leadership or management experience 

About National Press Club Journalism Institute

The National Press Club is the World’s Leading Professional Organization for Journalists™. It serves its members through professional development activities that bolster their skills, through services that meet the changing needs of the global communications profession and through social activities that build a vital media community in Washington and around the world. Membership at the National Press Club is made up of professionals who work, study, or participate in activities that involve creating, producing, or distributing news or other content as part of the newsgathering process. The Club is where news happens in the nation’s capital and is a vigorous advocate of press freedom worldwide. The National Press Club is an equal opportunity employer.

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