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Position Title: Development Coordinator
Location: Binghamton, remote
Country: United States
Deadline Date: No expiration date indicated, apply timely.

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
The American Heart Association (AHA) is a leading organization dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke. Established over a century ago, the AHA has grown to become a trusted leader in cardiovascular and brain health, with a mission to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. The organization operates in numerous countries and employs thousands of individuals who are committed to improving health outcomes for all. The AHA emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusion in its workforce and workplace culture, ensuring that everyone is valued and heard. The AHA also invests in professional development and offers various resources to support its employees' growth and well-being.

Job Overview:
The Development Coordinator position is a temporary remote role that plays a crucial part in supporting the American Heart Association's Kids Heart Challenge. This role involves creating classroom challenge leaderboards and messaging for approximately 2000+ Classroom Challenge Schools. The coordinator will work behind the scenes, providing essential support to staff and ensuring effective communication and organization. The position requires a commitment of five hours per day, five days a week, with a preference for morning hours, although flexibility is important. The role is non-exempt and part-time, with a total of 25 hours per week. The AHA provides various resources to help employees maintain work-life balance and offers access to training and support through its corporate university, Heart U.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Development Coordinator will be responsible for a variety of tasks that are essential to the success of the organization. Key duties include:

• Regularly meeting with directors and volunteers to maintain open lines of communication and ensure objectives are met.
• Providing high-quality service by responding to customer inquiries in a knowledgeable and timely manner.
• Supporting Directors, Senior Directors, Vice Presidents, and Senior Vice Presidents with various administrative tasks.
• Preparing presentations, correspondence, and documentation, including meeting minutes, in a timely manner.
• Working independently and collaboratively on special projects as needed.
• Entering, maintaining, and reporting on critical data, including donor information and event details, using the Association's data Management Systems.
• Ensuring accurate record-keeping and generating reports as required.
• Being available for occasional evening and weekend work as necessary.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates for the Development Coordinator position should possess at least one year of experience in administrative work, project Coordination, or Event Management. Strong attention to detail is essential. Preferred qualifications include experience in event planning and management, proficiency in web conferencing software, and the ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently. Intermediate skills in Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Excel are required, with advanced knowledge preferred. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to evaluate situations objectively, make effective decisions, and develop alternative solutions. Strong interpersonal skills are necessary for building relationships with staff, volunteers, and the public. A willingness to adapt to a flexible work environment is also important.

Educational Background:
While specific educational requirements are not explicitly stated, candidates are generally expected to have a background that supports the administrative and project coordination functions of the role. This may include degrees or certifications in fields related to business Administration, communications, or event management.

Experience:
The position requires at least one year of relevant experience in administrative roles, project coordination, or event management. Experience in nonprofit organizations or Project Management is preferred but not mandatory. Candidates should also have experience in digital event production and familiarity with Design tools like Canva, as well as knowledge of email Marketing basics and experience using Tableau reports.

Languages:
While the job posting does not specify mandatory languages, proficiency in English is implied as the primary language of communication within the organization. Additional language skills may be beneficial but are not explicitly required.

Additional Notes:
This is a part-time, temporary position with a flexible schedule, ideally requiring five hours of work per day. The hourly compensation ranges from $25.50 to $28.00, depending on experience, with geographic differentials potentially affecting pay. The American Heart Association is committed to professional development, offering opportunities for employees to engage in Employee Resource Groups and mentoring programs. The organization emphasizes its commitment to diversity and inclusion, ensuring that all employees feel valued and supported.