Program Coordinator

American Indian College Fund•Denver, CO

38d•Onsite

About The Position

The American Indian College Fund (College Fund) strives to positively impact the lives of American Indians by supporting their higher education and career objectives. College Fund team members believe education is the answer and collectively we raise funds, provide scholarships, and holistically support students in achieving their goals. Programming, research, and enhancing the capacities of tribal colleges and universities are also integral elements of our mission. The Program Coordinator will join the College Success and Access team in Student Success Services to provide administrative and program support to all College Access programs including high school, career, scholarship coaching, and Native student advocate programming. The Program coordinator is a qualified, detailed-oriented, fast-paced team member who is mission and value driven. Ideally, the Program Coordinator will draw upon experiences working in an educational or non-profit organization, preferably in a field related to high school completion, or post-secondary education, contributing to informed-program coordination and program goal-oriented administrative tasks.

Requirements

Strong practices in confidential communication and discreet management of information
Demonstrated professionalism
Attention to and tolerance for detail
Demonstrated ability to utilize critical feedback toward continuous improvement of work
Strong computer proficiency, particularly with computer software including databases, Microsoft Office (365), Adobe Acrobat, and Social Media platforms
Proficiency with desktop publishing tools preferred
Strong written skills, including experience editing and revising documents
Ability to develop and enhance program and professional relationships
Demonstrated initiative and creativity
Ability to prioritize and manage numerous tasks and/or projects
Accountable to deadlines
Ability to work responsively to change
Ability to work collaboratively within and across departments as well as with external partners
Knowledge of budget management, review, and reconciliation
Experience processing payment requests
Background Check and Valid driver’s license required
High School Diploma or GED.
2 years of experience as an administrative assistant, or in a similar role with similar responsibilities.
Experience with social media outlets
Experience in working with underrepresented populations
Experience in event planning

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree, in Education or related field
3 or more years administrative support experience
Experience working in an education setting
Experience working with tribal colleges and/or American Indian students and families
Experience conducting basic research on program effectiveness, families, and students
Experience in providing transcription (notes, meetings, interviews)

Responsibilities

Assists in planning and implementation of program related presentations, events and materials such as workshop sessions, convenings, and trainings
Review, edit, format, and disseminate internal and external communications
Support program reporting
Support College Access & Success with data collection and management.
Support the development and maintenance of program templates
Manage program files and records
Manage program supplies and collateral materials inventory
Make travel arrangements for College Access & Success team members, students, and grantees
Coordinate and facilitate internal and external meeting logistics
Prepare check requests and ensure appropriate dissemination of payments
Work with the program administrators and communications team to maintain social media and web presence
Occasionally represents the College Success team members on site visits, trainings, and workshop sessions
Support front desk coverage
Other duties, as assigned