Program Coordinator

About Emeritus:

Emeritus is committed to teaching the skills of the future by making high-quality education accessible and affordable to individuals, companies, and governments around the world. It does this by collaborating with more than 90 top-tier universities across the United States, Europe, Latin America, Southeast Asia, India and China. Emeritus short courses, degree programs, professional certificates, and senior executive programs help individuals learn new skills and transform their lives, companies, and organizations. Its unique model of state-of-the-art technology, curriculum innovation, and hands-on instruction from senior faculty, mentors and coaches has educated more than 250,000 individuals across 80+ countries.

Founded in 2015, Emeritus, part of Eruditus Group, has more than 2,000 employees globally and offices in Mumbai, New Delhi, Singapore, Palo Alto, Mexico City, New York, Boston, London, and Dubai. Following multiple funding rounds, including a $650 million Series E round in 2021 and a $150 million Series F round in 2024 led by TPG, the company is valued at approximately $3 billion and is backed by Accel, SoftBank Vision Fund 2, CPP Investments, and other leading global investors.

Role Overview:

As a Program Coordinator within the Learning/Service Delivery team, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of our programs, providing support to learners, and coordinating with internal teams to ensure a seamless learning experience. The ideal candidate will have excellent written and verbal English communication skills, thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, and be adaptable to evolving processes. Knowledge of the EdTech industry and/or prior experience in education technology will be a valuable advantage.

Key Responsibilities:

• Learner Support: Serve as the point of contact for learners, addressing inquiries, guiding them through the program journey, and resolving issues to ensure a positive experience. Respond to learner inquiries via live chat, email, and phone calls, ensuring timely and accurate resolution of issues.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams (course designers, tech support, instructors, course SPOCs) to manage program timelines, ensure the alignment of deliverables, and identify areas for process improvement. Serve as a liaison between learners and internal teams, effectively communicating program updates and addressing learner concerns.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline program delivery, enhance learner satisfaction, and implement best practices for efficiency.
• Quality Control: Ensure that all learning communications adhere to quality standards and branding guidelines set by the process. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Emeritus online programs and university partnerships to assist learners efficiently. Stay adaptable to process changes and work in a dynamic environment that requires flexibility and responsiveness.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent qualification.
• Excellent Communication: Strong written and verbal English communication skills are essential.
• Adaptability to Business Needs: Ability to respond to tickets, chats, and out-calling as per the business requirements.
• Customer-Focused: Demonstrated experience in a customer support role with the ability to resolve learner inquiries professionally and effectively.
• Tech-Savvy: Ability to quickly adapt to new software platforms and tools, with an interest or background in EdTech being a plus.
• Adaptable: Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with flexibility and a positive attitude. Willingness to work in rotational shifts (24x7).
• Detail-Oriented: High attention to detail in written communication and problem-solving.
• Team Player: Collaborative mindset with a willingness to work across teams to provide exceptional learner support.
• Experience in EdTech or a related field: Prior experience with online education, services delivery, or familiarity with digital learning tools (preferably proficiency with learning management systems (LMS) and CRM Tools such as Zendesk/Zoho.
• Remote Work Capability: Ability to work independently in a remote setting while maintaining strong communication with team members.
• Organizational & Multitasking Skills: Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Data-Driven Mindset: Focus on results, data analysis, and continuous improvement.

Why Join Us:

At Emeritus, you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact by helping professionals worldwide achieve their learning goals. We offer a collaborative, inclusive work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to work with leading global educational institutions.

Emeritus provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

In press:

• https://inc42.com/buzz/edtech-startup-eruditus-fy23-revenue-crosses-inr-3000-cr-mark
• https://www.outlookbusiness.com/start-up/news/eruditus-secures-150-million-funding-for-ai-expansion-business-growth