Development Coordinator, Temporary

American Heart Association•Albany, NY

5d•Remote

About The Position

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 excellent opportunity for a Development Coordinator-Temporary. This is a remote, temporary position in the Northeast, currently posted in New York. This individual will be responsible for supporting our School Fundraising programs for our Kids Heart Challenge campaign. There will be data entry, interaction with the fundraising team, and work with some schools. You will support the RVP and Development Directors and achieve the desired school engagement results. Work primarily includes behind-the-scenes data support, emails, and phone calls. The Association will provide a laptop computer with access to company software. 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 will begin on December 1, 2026, with an end date in May 2027 (for a duration of approximately 16 weeks). This is a home-office-based position. 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. #TheAHALife is more than a company culture; it is our way of life. It embodies our commitment to work-life harmonization and is guided by our core values where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. Discover why you will Be Seen. Be Heard. Be Valued at the American Heart Association by following us on LinkedIn , Instagram , Facebook , X , and at heart.jobs .

Requirements

At least three years’ experience in administrative work, project coordination, and/or event management systems with strong attention to detail.
High school Diploma or equivalent.
Proficient in using web conferencing software (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Event.Gives etc.).
Demonstrated ability to work on multiple tasks concurrently.
Must have intermediate skills in PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.
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.
Ability to be respectful, self-motivated, resourceful, detailed, and considerate.
A willingness to work in an atmosphere that requires flexibility and change.
Validated ability to respond quickly to changing ideas, responsibilities, expectations, strategies, and other processes at work.
Knowledge of and skill in report preparation, proofreading, and attention to detail.
Must pass a background check and must be at least 18 years old.

Nice To Haves

Experience in general data entry or equivalent in Association data management systems such as Microsoft Dynamics or Luminate.
Experience in event planning, organizing, consultation, and event management preferred.
Advanced knowledge and skill with PowerPoint, Word, and Excel is preferred.
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

Responsibilities

Meeting regularly with directors and volunteers to maintain open lines of communication to ensure objectives are being achieved.
Maintaining a high level of service by responding to customer inquiries both internally and externally in a knowledgeable and timely manner.
Performing other duties as required to support Directors/Sr. Directors, Vice Presidents, and Senior Vice Presidents.
Preparing presentations, correspondence, and documentation in a timely manner, including meeting minutes.
Working independently and within a team on special nonrecurring and ongoing projects.
Entering, maintaining, and reporting on critical data, including donor information, donor payments, events, and prospect details.
Processing all related data, ensuring accurate record-keeping.
Supervising data for completeness and accuracy.
Correcting irregularities as needed.
Generating reports as needed.