Overview
Project Assistant Jobs in Washington, District of Columbia, USA at Addison Group
Job Title:
Project Coordinator
Location:
Washington, DC (Hybrid – 2 days/week on-site)
Industry:
Nonprofit / Program Support
Pay:
$20–$25/hour
Type:
Contract (4 months)
Hours:
Monday–Friday, 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 deadline
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.
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Title: Project Assistant
Company: Addison Group
Location: Washington, District of Columbia, USA
Category: Administrative/Clerical (Office Administrator/ Coordinator), Non-Profit & Social Impact (Office Administrator/ Coordinator)
