Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
The American Heart Association (AHA) was founded in 1924 and has since made significant strides in reducing cardiovascular disease deaths by half. The organization is dedicated to overcoming major health challenges and accelerating progress in health outcomes. With a mission to promote longer, healthier lives for all, AHA operates in various countries and employs a diverse workforce committed to inclusivity and community impact. The organization emphasizes work-life harmonization and provides numerous resources for employee development and well-being.
Job Overview:
The Project Coordinator position is integral to the quality improvement special initiatives teams at the American Heart Association. This role is primarily focused on administering and organizing projects within the Mission: Lifeline Stroke team. The coordinator will work closely with Program Consultants to manage project deliverables, including grant agreements and payments, while tracking the overall status of projects. This position requires excellent organizational skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with various departments within the national office to ensure project success. The role is designed to be home-based, with preferred locations including Minnesota, Colorado, Iowa, Nebraska, North Dakota, and South Dakota. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position funded by grants, with current funding set to expire on June 30, 2027, although there is potential for extension.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Project Coordinator will be responsible for a variety of tasks including: administering and organizing projects within the Mission: Lifeline Stroke team; collaborating with Program Consultants on project deliverables such as grant agreement execution and payments; maintaining project documentation and coordinating outreach and agreements to facilitate client onboarding; planning and coordinating logistics for continuing education workshops and conferences; managing time effectively and communicating with internal and external partners to meet project deadlines; and delivering results collaboratively with clients and internal teams.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a High School Diploma or equivalent, with a preference for a Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related field. A minimum of three years of administrative support experience is required. Candidates should demonstrate excellent process management and organizational skills, proficiency in PC and computer applications including Microsoft Word and Excel, and a solid understanding of business English, spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Effective written and verbal communication skills are essential, along with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Candidates should also be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and possess strong problem-solving skills. Knowledge or experience in cardiac, stroke, and/or resuscitation science is preferred.
Educational Background:
The ideal candidate should have at least a High School Diploma or equivalent, with a Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a relevant field being preferred. This educational background will provide the necessary foundation for understanding the administrative and organizational aspects of the role.
Experience:
The position requires at least three years of administrative support experience. This experience should include managing projects, coordinating events, and working collaboratively with various stakeholders to achieve project goals. Familiarity with nonprofit operations and an understanding of health-related initiatives, particularly in the areas of cardiac and stroke care, will be beneficial.
Languages:
While the job description does not specify mandatory languages, proficiency in English is essential for effective communication. Additional language skills may be advantageous but are not explicitly required for this position.
Additional Notes:
This is a full-time position that is grant-funded, with current funding expected to last until June 30, 2027, with the possibility of extension. The expected salary range for this position is between $45,000 and $55,000, depending on experience and geographic differentials. The American Heart Association offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, as well as a robust retirement program with employer matching. Employees are also entitled to Paid Time Off (PTO) starting at a minimum of 16 days per year, increasing with seniority, and 12 paid holidays annually. The organization supports professional development through tuition assistance and access to its online university, HeartU.
The American Heart Association (AHA) was founded in 1924 and has since made significant strides in reducing cardiovascular disease deaths by half. The organization is dedicated to overcoming major health challenges and accelerating progress in health outcomes. With a mission to promote longer, healthier lives for all, AHA operates in various countries and employs a diverse workforce committed to inclusivity and community impact. The organization emphasizes work-life harmonization and provides numerous resources for employee development and well-being.
Job Overview:
The Project Coordinator position is integral to the quality improvement special initiatives teams at the American Heart Association. This role is primarily focused on administering and organizing projects within the Mission: Lifeline Stroke team. The coordinator will work closely with Program Consultants to manage project deliverables, including grant agreements and payments, while tracking the overall status of projects. This position requires excellent organizational skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with various departments within the national office to ensure project success. The role is designed to be home-based, with preferred locations including Minnesota, Colorado, Iowa, Nebraska, North Dakota, and South Dakota. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position funded by grants, with current funding set to expire on June 30, 2027, although there is potential for extension.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Project Coordinator will be responsible for a variety of tasks including: administering and organizing projects within the Mission: Lifeline Stroke team; collaborating with Program Consultants on project deliverables such as grant agreement execution and payments; maintaining project documentation and coordinating outreach and agreements to facilitate client onboarding; planning and coordinating logistics for continuing education workshops and conferences; managing time effectively and communicating with internal and external partners to meet project deadlines; and delivering results collaboratively with clients and internal teams.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a High School Diploma or equivalent, with a preference for a Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related field. A minimum of three years of administrative support experience is required. Candidates should demonstrate excellent process management and organizational skills, proficiency in PC and computer applications including Microsoft Word and Excel, and a solid understanding of business English, spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Effective written and verbal communication skills are essential, along with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Candidates should also be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and possess strong problem-solving skills. Knowledge or experience in cardiac, stroke, and/or resuscitation science is preferred.
Educational Background:
The ideal candidate should have at least a High School Diploma or equivalent, with a Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a relevant field being preferred. This educational background will provide the necessary foundation for understanding the administrative and organizational aspects of the role.
Experience:
The position requires at least three years of administrative support experience. This experience should include managing projects, coordinating events, and working collaboratively with various stakeholders to achieve project goals. Familiarity with nonprofit operations and an understanding of health-related initiatives, particularly in the areas of cardiac and stroke care, will be beneficial.
Languages:
While the job description does not specify mandatory languages, proficiency in English is essential for effective communication. Additional language skills may be advantageous but are not explicitly required for this position.
Additional Notes:
This is a full-time position that is grant-funded, with current funding expected to last until June 30, 2027, with the possibility of extension. The expected salary range for this position is between $45,000 and $55,000, depending on experience and geographic differentials. The American Heart Association offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, as well as a robust retirement program with employer matching. Employees are also entitled to Paid Time Off (PTO) starting at a minimum of 16 days per year, increasing with seniority, and 12 paid holidays annually. The organization supports professional development through tuition assistance and access to its online university, HeartU.
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