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PrintAnnual Meeting (Congress) and Special Projects Coordinator
| Company: | National Society Daughters of the American Revolution Company Profile | Current Opportunities (2) |
| Job Location(s): | Washington |
| Special Notes/Instructions: | For more information and details about the DAR visit www.dar.org. |
| Employment Term: | Regular |
| Employment Type | Full Time |
| Hours per Week: | 40 |
| Work Hours (i.e. shift): | daytime |
| Start Date: | open until filled |
| Starting Salary Range: | $33,000 to $41,000 |
| Salary/Benefit Notes: | Salary commenserate with skills, knowledge and experience. |
| Required Education: | High School or Equivalent |
| Required Experience: | 2 years |
| Related Categories: | Advertising/Public Relations, Non-Profit/Associations, Project Management |
Position Description
The Office of the President General has an immediate full-time opening for an individual experienced in coordination of special events or project experience to oversee the duties and responsibilities associated with coordinating and executing the Society’s annual convention.
The incumbent will work closely with the Committee Chairman, the Office of the President General, Executive Committee liaisons, other volunteer committee members and staff in handling and overseeing a variety of activities, correspondence, deadlines, schedules and initiatives pertaining to the Society’s annual convention. Other duties and responsibilities of this position will include special and/or ongoing projects associated with the Office of the President General and Public Relations.
Skills and Abilities:Qualified candidates must have minimum two years experience in administrative/office administration (preferably in a non-profit environment), or experience in coordinating special events or project-focused work, and must include experience in a membership services/volunteer, or specialty customer service/client work environment. Must have outstanding interpersonal skills and be able to communicate effectively with a broad range of people, including members, executive officers, staff, vendors and others; possess a high degree of tact and diplomacy and be able to maintain confidentiality; be capable of writing effective business correspondence and possess strong editing skills; demonstrate the ability to prioritize tasks and work load, and to anticipate needs of the office and plan accordingly. Candidates must have strong computer skills, especially MS Word and Outlook (email, contacts, and calendar features). Excel, Power Point, or database experience a plus. Position requires high-level attention to detail, the ability to follow through on tasks and meet deadlines, and demonstrate flexibility and adapt to changing priorities. Position may require overtime (weekends and evenings), especially leading up to and through the annual convention, but at other times throughout the year, as needed.
The incumbent will work closely with the Committee Chairman, the Office of the President General, Executive Committee liaisons, other volunteer committee members and staff in handling and overseeing a variety of activities, correspondence, deadlines, schedules and initiatives pertaining to the Society’s annual convention. Other duties and responsibilities of this position will include special and/or ongoing projects associated with the Office of the President General and Public Relations.
Skills and Abilities:Qualified candidates must have minimum two years experience in administrative/office administration (preferably in a non-profit environment), or experience in coordinating special events or project-focused work, and must include experience in a membership services/volunteer, or specialty customer service/client work environment. Must have outstanding interpersonal skills and be able to communicate effectively with a broad range of people, including members, executive officers, staff, vendors and others; possess a high degree of tact and diplomacy and be able to maintain confidentiality; be capable of writing effective business correspondence and possess strong editing skills; demonstrate the ability to prioritize tasks and work load, and to anticipate needs of the office and plan accordingly. Candidates must have strong computer skills, especially MS Word and Outlook (email, contacts, and calendar features). Excel, Power Point, or database experience a plus. Position requires high-level attention to detail, the ability to follow through on tasks and meet deadlines, and demonstrate flexibility and adapt to changing priorities. Position may require overtime (weekends and evenings), especially leading up to and through the annual convention, but at other times throughout the year, as needed.
Contact Information
Forward cover letter and resume to:
Attn: Human Resources Director
NSDAR
1776 D Street, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20006
Email: resumes@ dar.org
Attn: Human Resources Director
NSDAR
1776 D Street, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20006
Email: resumes@ dar.org
