Scheduling Coordinator

Company Description Opportunities For Us is dedicated to supporting personal and professional development by sharing information on scholarships, jobs, internships, and other growth opportunities. The organization focuses on high-potential African youth who are eager to accelerate their development and build globally competitive skills. Through curated resources, training, and ongoing support, Opportunities For Us helps individuals access pathways that enhance their careers and personal lives. The team works to create inclusive opportunities and empower emerging talent to thrive in diverse professional environments.
Role Description The Scheduling Coordinator is a part-time, remote role responsible for organizing and managing appointments, training sessions, and events with participants, partners, and internal team members. Each day, this role will handle incoming scheduling requests, maintain and update calendars, and confirm bookings via email and phone. The Scheduling Coordinator will ensure clear communication of meeting details, send reminders, and follow up on changes or cancellations to avoid conflicts and overlaps. This position will also support basic administrative tasks such as documenting attendance, maintaining contact lists, and preparing simple reports related to scheduling activities. Collaboration with program staff and timely response to inquiries are essential to keep all development activities running smoothly.
Qualifications
Candidates should possess strong Interpersonal Skills and Communication abilities to interact effectively with participants, partners, and team members.
Candidates should possess solid Appointment Scheduling experience and calendar management skills to coordinate multiple meetings and events.
Candidates should possess professional Phone Etiquette and email communication skills to handle inquiries and confirmations in a courteous and clear manner.
Candidates should possess Administrative Assistance skills, including record-keeping, data entry, and basic documentation related to schedules and attendance.
Additional beneficial qualifications include reliability, attention to detail, time management skills, comfort with remote collaboration tools, and prior experience in coordination or support roles.
A high school diploma or equivalent is required; post-secondary education or training in administration, communication, or a related field

Work arrangement
Yes