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American Red Cross Executive Coordinator in Medford, Massachusetts
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By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network?
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Job Description:
Why Choose Us?
As one of the nation's premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good.
We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference.
The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, our Veterans+ Resource Group, and the Women's Resource Group, these networks provide connections, mentoring and help give voice to important concerns and opinions.
At the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine!
We are seeking an Executive Coordinator to support the CEO for the Massachusetts Region .
Position is Work from Home with 1 day per week in the Medford, MA office.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:
The Executive Coordinator will provide complex administrative support to the Regional Executive Officer. The Executive Coordinator will prepare reports and various correspondences. Administer projects, programs, and/or processes applicable to the unit. Analyze unit operating practices and recommends revisions to improve established procedures. The Executive Coordinator will may serve as an administrative liaison with others within and outside the company regarding administrative issues. Provide support, development and/or leadership guidance to all volunteers.
Specific duties: calendar management; meeting management; support the Board of Directors; project management.
Must be highly organized and proactive to anticipate needs.
WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE GOOD:
Maintain executive's calendar for meetings, appointments, travel, visits to field or operating units. Make travel arrangements and prepares agenda for meetings. May prepare for high level meetings for which the executive's office is responsible.
Prepare memos, reports or correspondence for executive's or own signature. Review correspondence for consistency with corporate policies and practices.
Perform various research and analytical tasks on behalf of the executive regarding operational issues and initiatives. May administer a particular project and compile results or findings from multiple departments reporting to the executive.
Review and screen calls for executive and ensure that appropriate follow up occurs.
Coordinate office activities and communications on behalf of the executive.
WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:
Education: Associate's Degree required.
Experience: Minimum 7 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience required.
Skills & Abilities: Ability to work with various executive levels and across functional teams. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proficient in personal computer use and Microsoft Office Suite. Proficient typing skills required. Knowledge of organizational policies and procedures that relate to operations within assigned organizational unit is preferred. Ability to prepare and edit complex documents is preferred. Strong and demonstrated attention to detail, accuracy, customer service and organizational skills required. Ability to work on a team. Resourceful and able to quickly learn technology. Demonstrate good judgement.
Travel: May require some travel.
BENEFITS FOR YOU:
We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance the learn.
• Medical, Dental Vision plans
• Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts
• PTO + Holidays
• 401K with 4% match
• Paid Family Leave
• Employee Assistance
• Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term
• Service Awards and recognition
Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day.
The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Interested in Volunteering?
Life's emergencies don't stop, and neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than 90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and talents. The Red Cross relies on generous volunteers who give their time and talent to help fulfill our lifesaving mission.
Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions.
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