**Programs Manager Coordinator Specialist Expert Assistant — Multiple Volunteer Positions**

Organization: London Academy for Global Advancement (LAGA)

Location: Remote

Position type: Volunteer — unpaid

Schedule: Flexible

The London Academy for Global Advancement (LAGA) is recruiting multiple volunteers to support the planning, coordination, and delivery of its public lectures and other academic and professional programs. We welcome applicants at different career stages, from experienced program leaders to professionals and students seeking practical experience.

Available positions

• Programs Manager
• Programs Coordinator
• Program Development Specialist
• Subject Matter Expert / Program Advisor
• Programs Assistant

These are separate opportunities within the Programs Team. Appointments and responsibilities will reflect each applicant’s experience, interests, and availability.

What you will help us do

Depending on your assigned role, you may:

• Develop program plans, event calendars, timelines, and task assignments.
• Coordinate public lectures, webinars, workshops, and other activities.
• Liaise with confirmed speakers about presentation topics, schedules, biographies, and event requirements.
• Host or moderate event sessions , including introducing speakers, managing time, facilitating audience questions, and delivering closing remarks.
• Arrange subject experts to moderate technical discussions where appropriate.
• Manage registration, participant communications, virtual meeting arrangements, attendance records, and certificates.
• Work with the Communications and Outreach Team on event publicity and participant engagement.
• Collect feedback and prepare brief reports on participation, outcomes, and areas for improvement.
• Contribute subject expertise to program themes, content, and session design.

Who we are looking for

We welcome applicants with relevant experience or interest in program management, event coordination, academic administration, research,, education, or professional development.

Strong candidates will demonstrate:

• Clear communication and good organizational skills.
• Reliability, initiative, and attention to deadlines.
• Confidence working with speakers, participants, and an international team.
• Familiarity with virtual event platforms, or willingness to learn.
• Public speaking or moderation skills for roles involving event hosting.

Manager and expert appointments require relevant leadership experience or subject expertise. Assistant and some coordinator opportunities are suitable for applicants developing their experience.

Volunteer commitment

These positions are unpaid . Responsibilities and time commitments will be agreed upon before appointment. Volunteers supporting live events must be available at the agreed event times.

How to apply

Apply through LinkedIn with your CV

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