Development Coordinator, School Engagement

Overview

Since our founding in 1924, we've cut cardiovascular disease deaths in half, but there is still so much more to do. To overcome today’s biggest health challenges and accelerate this progress, we need passionate individuals like you. Join our movement, be part of the progress, and help ensure a healthier future for all. You matter, and so does the impact you can make with us.

The American Heart Association has an opportunity for a temporary, part-time position as a Development Coordinator, on our School Engagement VP Team.

This position will report to the VP of School Engagement. This is a part-time position with 50/50 time in the field and in-office. The end date for the position is April 1, 2026. 

• Five hours per day, five days per week - morning hours ideal, but flexibility is crucial.
• Non-exempt hourly position with a 25-hour work week - early morning hours preferred.

This position is responsible for helping to support our School Engagement Team through administrative duties such as data entry & working with excel spreadsheets, online ordering, helping to facilitate material orders, scheduling various meetings and working with our local print site on the production of collateral materials.

The Association offers many resources to help you maintain work-life harmonization through your changing needs and life situations. To help you be successful, you will have access to Heart U, our award-winning corporate university, as well as additional training and support, locally.

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Responsibilities

Administrative tasks – In Office, stationary:Will need Dynamics, Online website and Tableau training

• Planning Meeting recaps from staff, input information in the school plan online
• Create Save the Date flyers- Create and ship them to schools via the print website to staff’s local Office Depot (paper and electronic ones)
• Create Mid-Event flyers as needed for schools
• Add/Update incentives on Autumns online email spreadsheet
• Order/Close out schools via online website and dynamics
• Social Media template customization – would require a Canva and/or publisher background
• Work with internal customer service team (COO) to order additional materials/instant supplies as needed/determined by reviewing the tableau report
• Upload teacher lists to the website

Mobile tasks – Must have ability to drive throughout Broward County. Early mornings are a MUST and will need to be comfortable presenting in front of 500+ students.

• Act as a backup for any assemblies, as needed/as necessary (Assemblies will begin as early at 7:30am – needs to be able to drive to location, comfort in presenting to students/faculty/staff)
• Deliver Office Depot items – Save the dates, car line signs, personalized parent letters
• Local Keychain Delivery, as needed/as necessary
• Deliver supplies for the "Messy Challenge", as needed/as necessary
• Envelope pick-ups, as needed/as necessary

Qualifications

• At least three year’s experience in administrative work, project coordination and/or event management systems with strong attention to detail.
• Must have intermediate skills in PowerPoint, Word, and Excel. Advanced knowledge and skill with these programs is preferred. These skills are subject to testing.
• Experience in event planning, organizing, consultation and event management preferred. Proficient in using web conferencing software (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Event.Gives etc.)
• Demonstrated ability to work on multiple tasks concurrently.
• Ability to objectively evaluate, make effective decisions and develop alternative solutions.
• Ability to work in a team environment and interact with all levels of American Heart Association staff, volunteers, and the public. This includes ability and willingness to build and cultivate relationships within and outside the American Heart Association.
• A willingness to work in an atmosphere requires flexibility and change. Validated ability to respond quickly to changing ideas, responsibilities, expectations, strategies, and other processes at work.
• Must pass background check and must be at least 18 years old.

Preferred Qualifications, not required to qualify :

• Nonprofit experience
• Project management experience
• Digital event production experience
• Design skills, preferably in Canva or similar
• Knowledge of email marketing basics
• Experience using Tableau reports
• Proficient in Microsoft SharePoint and Teams

Compensation & Benefits

The American Heart Association invests in its people. Here are the main components of our total rewards package.  Visit Rewards & Benefits to see more details.

• Compensation – Our goal is to ensure you have a competitive base salary.  That’s why we regularly review the market value of jobs and make adjustments, as needed.
• Performance and Recognition – You are rewarded for achieving success through annual salary planning and incentive programs; eligibility for an incentive program is based on the type of position. 
• Benefits – We offer a wide array of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, along with a robust retirement program that includes an employer match and automatic contribution.  As a mark of our commitment to employee well-being, we also offer an employee assistance program, employee wellness program and telemedicine, and medical consultation.
• Professional Development – You can join one of our many Employee Resource Groups (ERG) or be a mentor/mentee in our professional mentoring program.  HeartU is the Association’s national online university, with more than 100,000 resources designed to meet your needs and busy schedule.
• Work-Life Harmonization – The Association offers Paid Time Off (PTO) at a minimum of 16 days per year for new employees.  The number of days will increase based on seniority level.  You will also have a total of 12 paid holidays off each year, which includes several days off at the end of the year.
• Tuition Assistance - We support the career development of all employees.  This program provides financial assistance to employees who wish to further their education and career in relation to their current duties and responsibilities, or for potential future positions in the organization.

The American Heart Association’s 2028 Goal: Building on over 100 years of trusted leadership in cardiovascular and brain health, by 2028 the Association will drive breakthroughs and implement proven solutions in science, policy, and care for healthier people and communities. The greatest discoveries in health must reach everyone where they are.

At American Heart Association | American Stroke Association, our mission is to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, age, language, sexual orientation, national origin and physical or cognitive abilities.This position not a match with your skills?  Click here to see other opportunities.

In accordance with local and state laws where applicable, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.

EOE/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities