Scholarship Assistant

ROCS • Full-time • McLean, VA, US • $40.15k - $43.57k / year • 1m ago

Why You Want to Work Here

We are partnering with a prestigious nonprofit organization in the higher education sector to hire a Scholarships Assistant. This individual will provide administrative and logistical support for a globally recognized scholarships program. The position is busiest in the fall during the peak of the selection cycle and offers an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career professional with strong communication and organizational skills.

Key Responsibilities of the Scholarship Assistant

Process and analyze application data for the scholarships selection process
Provide logistical and administrative support to selection committees
Draft and manage professional communications with institutional contacts and committee members
Work extensively with Excel and potentially Salesforce for data management and reporting
Assist with expense reporting and recordkeeping
Support the archiving of historical information and program materials
Contribute to general office support and special projects as needed

Qualifications of the Scholarship Assistant

Bachelor’s degree required
1-2 years of professional experience (internships, campus roles, or office support experience welcome)
Strong written and oral communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel); familiarity with Salesforce a plus
Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks during peak busy seasons
Professional demeanor when communicating with committee members and institutional partners
Interest in nonprofit work, higher education, or scholarship programs; familiarity with AI in education a plus

Mclean, VA (Onsite)
$20/hr
Ongoing Temporary through mid-November

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,154.00 - $43,567.00 per year

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