Project Assistant
: Job Details :

Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid 2 days/week on-site)

Industry: Nonprofit / Program Support

Pay: $20$25/hour

Type: Contract (4 months)

Hours: MondayFriday, 8:00 AM 4:30 PM (40 hours/week)

Background Check: Required

About Our Client:

Addison Group is partnering with a respected nonprofit organization focused on driving programmatic impact through research, education, and public service. The organization supports a broad community of professionals and stakeholders, working to improve access, awareness, and outcomes in its mission-driven sector.

Job Description:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Project Coordinator to support a cross-functional team working on strategic initiatives. This contract position will assist with managing timelines, tracking deliverables, supporting documentation efforts, and coordinating stakeholder engagement. Ideal for candidates who enjoy balancing administrative support with project-based work in a collaborative and mission-aligned environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative and project support to team leads and stakeholders
• Help manage timelines, track progress, and update project documentation
• Prepare agendas, compile meeting materials, and take meeting notes
• Conduct research and gather information relevant to ongoing initiatives
• Maintain data entry and project tracking tools for consistency and clarity
• Coordinate with internal departments and external partners as needed
• Support the successful execution of milestones outlined in the project workplan
• Handle multiple tasks while meeting established deadlines

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in project coordination, operations, or administrative support
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail and ability to work independently
• Comfortable using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint (SharePoint a plus)
• Prior experience supporting nonprofit, public health, or education-based programs is a plus
• Bachelor's degree preferred (or equivalent experience)
• COVID-19 vaccination may be required based on workplace policies

Additional Details:

• Start Date: May 2025
• Contract Duration: 4 months (with potential for extension)
• Work Model: Hybrid (2 days/week in office, 3 remote)
• Location: Washington, DC

Perks:

• Work with a collaborative and mission-driven team
• Gain exposure to impactful projects with national reach
• Build experience in program management and cross-functional coordination
• Flexible hybrid schedule supports work-life balance
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful organizational initiatives

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.