Networks Coordinator - Office of African-American Affairs

The University of Virginia's Division of Student Affairs invites applications for a Networks Coordinator for the Office of African-American Affairs. The University's mission to develop engaged citizen-leaders is the foundation of the Division's work, which is guided by six core values - academic rigor, health and wellness, honor, public service, and student self-governance. The Division of Student Affairs consists of over 200 employees including: Office of the Vice President and Chief Student Affairs Officer; Student Health and Wellness; Housing and Residence Life; and several units reporting to the Dean of Students - all working together, for and alongside students, to create the distinctive student experience for which UVA is known.

About the Office of African American Affairs

The Office of African American Affairs (OAAA) is rooted in a long tradition of advancing student success, fostering community, and creating opportunities for connection, learning, and leadership at the University of Virginia. Honoring its historic foundation while expanding its reach, OAAA serves as a hub for community engagement, cultural enrichment, institutional wayfinding, integrative guidance, and peer and professional networks.

OAAA supports students in building meaningful relationships, exploring opportunities, navigating the university experience, and connecting their interests and aspirations to future pathways. OAAA's programs and services are open to all students and are designed to foster belonging, connection, and success across the student experience.

Position Overview

The Networks Coordinator plays a central role in advancing OAAA's mission of connecting students to people, opportunities, and pathways that support their personal, academic, and professional growth. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Networks, the Coordinator helps cultivate a vibrant ecosystem of peer, alumni, faculty, staff, and community connections that enhance student success and belonging.

This position supports the development and implementation of programs that strengthen peer-to-peer engagement, foster mentorship and professional networking opportunities, encourage career curiosity and exploration, and connect students to the broader UVA community. The Coordinator will oversee key operational functions while helping expand OAAA's network-based approach to student engagement and support.

The ideal candidate is a collaborative relationship-builder, skilled communicator, and student-centered professional who is passionate about creating opportunities for students to connect, explore, and thrive.

Key Responsibilities

Peer & Professional Networks Development

• Support the growth and implementation of OAAA's peer and professional networking initiatives, including peer advising, alumni engagement, mentorship opportunities, and student connection programs.
• Assist in developing programs that help students build meaningful relationships with peers, alumni, faculty, staff, and community members.
• Coordinate opportunities that encourage career curiosity, exploration, and pathway discovery through networking, storytelling, mentoring, and community engagement.
• Collaborate with partners across grounds to connect students with resources, experiences, and networks that support academic success, personal development, and future goals.
• Help assess the effectiveness of network-based engagement strategies and identify opportunities to strengthen student connection and participation.

Peer Advisor Program Support

• Coordinate recruitment, training, and scheduling of Peer Advisors.
• Liaise between Peer Advisors, student services, and academic departments
• Track participation metrics and gather feedback for program improvements

Event & Volunteer Management

• Plan, promote, and execute weekly Friday events: arrange catering, manage volunteers, and oversee logistics.
• Recruit, train, and supervise student volunteers for events.
• Partner with other offices to support their academic and community building programs.

Communications & Social Media

• Develop and implement a content calendar for Facebook, Instagram, and email newsletters.
• Create engaging graphics, captions, and event promotions (using Canva, Adobe Suite, etc.).
• Monitor analytics and adjust strategies to boost engagement and attendance.

Administrative & Financial Support

• Manage event budgets, process invoices, reimbursements, and expense reports.
• Maintain up-to-date records: volunteer rosters, event databases, and planning documents.

Network & Partnership Development

• Build and sustain relationships with faculty, staff, alumni, student organizations, and community partners that expand opportunities for student connection and engagement.
• Serve as a liaison to partners, alumni, and external stakeholders in support of peer and professional networking initiatives.
• Represent OAAA in collaborative efforts that strengthen pathways to student success, belonging, exploration, and leadership development.
• Identify and cultivate partnerships that enhance OAAA's ability to connect students to people, resources, and opportunities across Grounds and beyond.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Education, Higher Ed Administration, or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; proven ability to draft promotional materials and official correspondence.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience recruiting, training, and supervising student or volunteer teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-4 years' experience in program or event coordination, preferably in higher education or non-profit settings highly preferred.
• Experience managing social media accounts for an organization, including analytics tools.
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator) and/or marketing platforms (e.g., Salesforce Marketing Cloud).
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends to support events.

About the Position

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of computers. The job will occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings and programs. This position cannot sponsor cases for immigration now or in the future. A background check will be conducted on all new hires prior to hire.

This is an exempt-level, benefited position. Learn more about UVA benefits. This position is in person on the UVA Grounds in Charlottesville, VA. The anticipated hiring range for this position is $50,000 to $55,000 and is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

How to Apply

Please apply online, by searching for requisition number R0084964. Complete an application with the following documents:

• Resume

• Cover Letter

Upload all materials into the resume submission field. You can submit multiple documents into this one field or combine them into one PDF.Applications without all required documents will not receive full consideration.

Internal applicants: Search and apply for jobs on the UVA Internal Careers website. Review of applications will begin July 16, 2026.

Reference Check Process

Reference checks will be completed by UVA's third-party partner, SkillSurvey, during the final phase of the interview. Five references will be requested, with at least three responses required.

Contact

For questions about the application process, please contact Michele Jarman, Academic Recruiter.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.