Program Coordinator - CAPES

University of Massachusetts Medical School•Worcester, MA

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Vice Chair of Research, Department Administrator or designee for the Department of Emergency Medicine, the Program Coordinator will oversee administrative functions of projects/programs within CAPES (The Center for Accelerating Practices to End Suicide). In addition, the Program Coordinator will be responsible for the Philanthropy efforts for CAPES and will be responsible for communications, relationship management, fundraising, and sustainability for CAPES.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, or a related degree or equivalent experience
2 years of related experience in business administration, business management
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Exceptional attention to detail and confidentiality
Demonstrated ability to assess priorities and operate in a flexible manner.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to effectively communicate with diverse leaders, faculty, and staff.
Excellent organizational skills and multitasking skills to coordinate multiple project teams, goals, and budgets in a deadline-driven environment.
Strong problem solving and analytical.
Strong computer skills (e.g., high level Microsoft Office products)

Nice To Haves

Ability to travel for meetings, conferences, etc.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and monitor assigned project/program plans and programs in conjunction with departmental leadership.
Responsible for coordinating day-to-day logistics and operational needs of CAPES and make recommendations for changes in procedures and guidelines and formulate strategies for accomplishing program objectives.
Establish project/program milestones and schedules.
Review and analyze data relating to program effectiveness.
Develop and implement procedures and guidelines to accomplish assigned agency program objectives and goals.
Evaluate program activities and make recommendations for program modifications.
Write formal communications and meeting agendas, prepare presentations, reports and distribute/lead project/program meetings.
Aid with project/program budgets and manage expenditures with the department administrator.
Comply with established policies, health & safety regulations and requirements, procedures and department objectives.
Review and monitor compliance with the federal and state regulations.
Plan/attend events, including project workshops, presentations, and conferences.
Perform other duties as required.