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The Program Assistant serves as part of the Donor Engagement program within the Philanthropy department. This temporary position provides administrative support for various tasks within the Obliteride team. The Program Assistant is expected to take initiative, execute core responsibilities collaboratively, and work well within a complex organization. Must maintain professionalism, show flexibility, be customer service oriented, have a strong attention to detail, handle multiple tasks and changing priorities, and remain composed under pressure of deadlines. The Program Assistant must be able to effectively communicate the mission, values, and scope of the institution. - Works collaboratively with, and provides dedicated administrative support to the Director, Obliteride and members of the Obliteride team, as well as colleagues Philanthropy-wide, performing tasks essential to the successful production of Obliteride
- Specific tasks include but are not limited to:
- Raisers Edge action entry support for members of the Obliteride team
- Creation of requisitions and purchase orders
- Lunch & Learn calendar and related materials management
- Incentive mailings
- Organization of supplies, merchandise, swag, and any related inventory within office and warehouse
- Volunteer and temp staff confidential background checks
- Execution of Turn Campus Orange
- Execution of social media, as outlined by Donor Communications team
- Support of Bike to Work events
- Executes additional special projects and administrative tasks as assigned
- Maintains confidentiality of sensitive materials and information in printed, electronic or verbal form
Summary of Experience - Bachelors degree preferred
- Two years of experience in non-profit development or a related field preferred
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required
- Experience with Raisers Edge preferred
- Experience with Convio preferred
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
- Highly developed organization and information management skills required
- Strong writing skills required
- Ability to multi task on various projects daily
- Ability to deliver excellent customer service
- Ability to prioritize multiple projects and demands
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information
- Ability to build relationships and work in a team environment
- Must be able to lift, manage, and carry job-related materials
- Commitment and ability to work on evenings and weekends
We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We are committed to cultivating a workplace in which diverse perspectives and experiences are welcomed and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We are an Affirmative Action employer. We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds to apply and desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability you need assistance/and or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to our Employee Services Center at escmail@fredhutch.org or by calling 206-667-4700. Options Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed |
