PURPOSE
Every day, we prove that the smartest investments are made in children. At Invest in Kids, we bring research-based, proven programs into communities across Colorado. Our efforts focus on the specific needs of children in low-income families, with the hope of seeing every child in Colorado thrive. We partner with community leaders, care providers, and donors to work toward this goal. Only those programs able to demonstrate the highest level of standards, a research-proven track record of success, and a promise of significant impact become Invest in Kids’ programs. The Program Coordinator will contribute to the Invest in Kids’ mission by providing staff with the support necessary to allow the organization to meet its goals.
POSITION OVERVIEW
This position serves as a support staff member for the Nurse-Family Partnership Programs Team at Invest in Kids. This position provides general administrative support, outreach and referral systems support, and project tracking.This position reports directly to the NFP Program Director.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
-Provide support and assistance to the NFP Program Director
-Provide support for the Referral and Outreach Nurse, including processing referrals, updating distribution systems, tracking, and reports, as well as Implementing referral and provider
communication systems
-Assist in NFP outreach activities, including tabling, and working with referral partners
-Support development and maintenance of project tracking systems
-Train affiliate partners on referral systems
-Schedule and coordinate program meetings
-Create meeting agendas and other project materials
-Coordinate and collaborate with other NFP and IIK staff on special projects
QUALIFICATIONS
-Prior experience in administrative support, program coordination, and project management with a strong desire to learn
-Ability to multi-task, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines
-Position may require flex schedule between office and remote work. Candidate must be able to work remotely efficiently and in-person in the office
-Strong written communication skills, excellent spelling and grammar skills, and attention to detail
-Ability to build relationships and adapt communication styles to diverse audiences
-High level of comfort with technology, including openness to learning new technology
-Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to think critically and proactively find solutions
-Exceptional process implementation and project management skills
-Highly motivated, self-starter
-Experience and proficiency with: Windows Operating System and Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel, Publisher, Microsoft Teams and PowerPoint. Experience
creating project tracking systems a plus
-Understanding and passion for prevention-based programs based in early childhood and maternal and child health
REQUIREMENTS
– At least one-year prior experience in administrative support, including building and sustaining efficient administrative processes and systems
– Extensive experience with: Windows XP Operating System and Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel, Publisher and PowerPoint, Survey Monkey, Microsoft Teams
and Smartsheet a plus
– A working vehicle and valid driver’s license
– Strong commitment to Invest in Kids’ mission