What are the responsibilities and job description for the Awards Coordinator position at National Book Foundation?
The National Book Foundation (NBF), presenter of the National Book Awards, is seeking a part-time Awards Coordinator to join our small and dynamic team. The Awards Coordinator reports to the Senior Manager of Awards & Honors to support the annual National Book Awards—from submissions, through announcements, to the Ceremony & Benefit Dinner. This role will provide essential support for communications with publishers, judges, vendors, donors, and honorees; Awards-related asset and data management; production of Awards events; and additional administrative responsibilities to help ensure a concierge-style experience for all constituents interacting with the National Book Awards.
The ideal start date for this position is March 2025. This is a part-time position based in New York City and operates on a flexible hybrid in-office / remote schedule. Some evening and weekend work is required.
Responsibilities
National Book Awards Submissions & Announcements
- Work closely with the Senior Manager of Awards & Honors to support the National Book Awards submissions process, which runs from mid-March to the end of June, including facilitating publisher communications, eligibility checking, data cleaning, and asset maintenance
- Collaborate with the Senior Manager of Awards & Honors and NBF’s Communications & Marketing team, as well as third-party design teams, to provide accurate copy and image assets for Awards–related announcements and website updates
National Book Awards Ceremony & Benefit Dinner
Other Awards Events
Skills and Qualifications :
Compensation :
Hourly rate is $26-28 depending on experience.
This is a part-time 20-25 hour / week position based in New York City with a one day per week in-office requirement through the four-month probationary period. After the probationary period, there is a flexible in-office / remote hybrid schedule. Some evening and weekend work is required.
To Apply for the Position :
Send resume and cover letter to jobs@nationalbook.org with the subject line “ FULL NAME- Awards Coordinator” . Review of applications will begin in February 2025 and continue until the position is filled; priority will be given to applications received by February 21, 2025. Position begins in March 2025. No phone calls, please.
Research shows that women and people from underrepresented groups often apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We recognize that it is highly unlikely that someone meets 100% of the qualifications for a role. If much of this job description describes you, then please apply for this role. The National Book Foundation is committed to inclusivity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, ethnicity, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, nationality, marital status, parental status, military service, or disability.
Salary : $26 - $28