Program Manager, MDS

EDIMilwaukee, WI
Onsite

About The Position

The International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society (MDS) is seeking a Program Manager to support and manage the growing advocacy and outreach aspects of the organization. This role is crucial for ensuring the effective operation of the volunteer database and online community platform. The Program Manager will maintain a high level of responsibility, uphold confidentiality, and exercise discretion and sound independent judgment. The ideal candidate will possess impeccable communication skills, a keen attention to detail, strong organizational abilities, and adaptability to evolving needs.

Requirements

  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communications skills.
  • Project management skills.
  • Computer proficiency and ability to manage and juggle multiple projects.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Able to work successfully in a team environment.
  • Proficient in Windows, MS Word, and MS Excel.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience with MS PowerPoint and iMIS and/or MS Access.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain operational workflows for growing advocacy and outreach initiatives, including the MDS Patient and Carers Group, and the Committee on Equality of Access to Care.
  • Maintain accuracy and integrity of the volunteer database and webpages for committees, task forces, study groups, and other working groups.
  • Implement and provide ongoing administrative support for online community tools for the Society's working groups.
  • Support staff with MDS committees and groups to achieve objectives, including development of reports, agendas, minutes, timelines, action plans, correspondence, and other presentation materials.
  • Serve as the primary staff liaison for additional assigned groups, supporting volunteer engagement, coordination, and effective communication.
  • Oversee development and deployment of volunteer interest forms to the Society membership.
  • Oversee the deployment of the biannual term rotation process for committees, study groups, and special interest groups.
  • Work with internal departments (IS, TS, CS, Mail, Accounting, etc.) as needed for MDS projects.
  • Serve as primary contact for patients asking questions about the organization.
  • Carry out other related responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

  • Attendance at the annual meeting is required.
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