Pick a clean, professional template for a Program Coordinator role. Use a reverse-chronological layout so your recent program work appears first. This layout reads well and lets applicant tracking systems parse your job history.
Keep length tight. If you are entry-level or mid-career, stick to one page. If you have many years running programs and clear, relevant achievements, two pages can work.
Choose ATS-friendly fonts like Calibri, Arial, Georgia, or Garamond. Set body text to 10–12pt and headings to 14–16pt. Use consistent line spacing and at least 0.5 inch margins so the document breathes.
Follow a simple section order: Contact, Summary or Objective, Experience, Programs Managed, Skills, Education, Certifications. Use clear headings that match common ATS labels. Use bullet lists under each job and start bullets with active verbs that show impact.
Avoid common mistakes that hurt Program Coordinator applicants. Don’t use multi-column layouts, heavy graphics, or unusual fonts that break parsing. Don’t cram text or use tiny font to force everything onto one page. Don’t rely on color to show hierarchy; use bold and spacing instead.
Also avoid vague statements. Quantify results when you can, like number of participants managed, budget size, or improvement percentages. Proofread for consistency in dates, verb tense, and punctuation.