(POSTED NOVEMBER 1, 2010)
Professional Programs Coordinator
Position Summary
The Professional Programs Coordinator will manage, supervise, coordinate and monitor all Professional Programs offered by the Asian American Journalists Association (AAJA) to ensure grant and donor compliance. The Professional Programs Coordinator will work with the Executive Director and program volunteer directors on an on-going basis to ensure program compliance and is responsible for providing technical and administrative assistance on programs that include: Executive Leadership Program (ELP), professional fellowships and scholarships, media awards, career listings, and exhibitor sales and management for AAJA's annual national conventions.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's Degree from a four-year college or university
- Two years of supervisory experience of projects or working collaboratively with large groups (20 or more) or committees.
- Experience with the fundamentals of sponsorship and sales.
- Experience working with diverse communities.
General Knowledge
- Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
- Fundamentals of sponsorship and proposal writing.
- Experience in working with news media.
- Must have excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
- Basic knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Filemaker Pro, Constant Contact, HTML, and proficiency on Mac computers and products.
- Basic knowledge of PowerPoint and Photoshop.
- Ability to operate office equipment such as fax machine, postage meter, copy machine, etc.
- Basic mathematics including addition, subtraction, division and multiplication.
- Ability to analyze and process data.
- Ability to develop and maintain record keeping systems and procedures.
- Ability to maintain a professional and confidential work environment.
Organizational Ability
- Strong attention to detail.
- Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks in an efficient manner.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to adapt easily to change.
- Ability to be a self-starter.
Communication and Relationship Skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships, both internally and externally with members.
- Ability to perform in a team.
- Ability to work with individuals and teams with diverse economic, social, educational and cultural backgrounds.
- Able to deal with highly emotionally people in a professional and courteous manner.
- Ability to effectively coordinate and facilitate meetings and trainings.
- Ability to problem solve and resolve conflicts.
Analytical Skills
- Excellent problem identification and resolution skills.
- Ability to deal with complex situations and to collaborate effectively with personnel in order to provide timely and effective problem resolutions.
- Ability to develop, plan, and implement short-, mid- and long-range goals.
Other Qualifications
- Must be available to work a flexible schedule, which may include day, evening, night, or weekend hours.
- Must possess a valid California Driver's License.
- Must be able to travel between sites and to offsite events as needed, including some overnight travel.
- Must pass a criminal background check from the Department of Justice.
Application Process
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- Candidates must mail application along with resume and a cover letter describing relevant skills and experience.
- Please indicate any particular experience or expertise related to the above areas within your application.
- NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Please submit application to:
Asian American Journalists Association
c/o Human Resources
5 Third Street, Suite 1108
San Francisco, CA 94103
Classification: Exempt
Salary: Low to mid-$40,000. 40 hours per week with occasional overtime and 20% travel.
Benefits: Benefits include full medical, dental, and vision, retirement savings program, vacation, sick leave, and 9 paid holidays.
