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Job Title: Development Department CoordinatorDepartment: DevelopmentCenter Background: The Center for Reproductive Rights (the Center) is the premier global litigation and legal policy organization using the power of law to advance reproductive rights as fundamental human rights around the world. Headquartered in New York City, the non-profit, non-partisan organization has regional offices in Bogota, Geneva, Nairobi, and Washington, DC; a staff of approximately 200 diverse professionals; an annual budget of approximately $40 million with an additional $22 million in donated services from leading law firms around the globe.The Center’s game-changing litigation and advocacy work, combined with its unparalleled expertise in constitutional, comparative, and international human rights law, have transformed how reproductive rights are understood by courts, governments, and human rights bodies worldwide. It has played a key role in securing landmark legal victories in Africa, Asia, Eastern Europe, Latin America, and the United States on issues including access to life-saving obstetrics care, contraception, safe abortion services, and comprehensive sexuality information, as well as the prevention of forced sterilization and child marriage. It has brought groundbreaking cases before national courts, U.N. Committees, and regional human rights bodies, led the development of historic, proactive legislation advancing robust protections for reproductive rights, and has built the legal capacity of women’s rights advocates in more than 60 countries.To learn more about the Center for Reproductive Rights, go to www.reproductiverights.org.The Role: Reporting directly to the Chief Development Officer (CDO), the Development Department Coordinator will be a key partner to the CDO and serve as a liaison to the Development team and the entire organization. The Department Coordinator will help coordinate and support the CDO by effectively liaising with other coordinators project managers across the Executive Team, the Office of the President and the Board of Directors. The Department Coordinator will help manage internal departmental communication during this time of significant growth and design and implement processes and systems that effectively support the department and increase efficiency.This position will be based in New York.Primary Responsibilities:* Partner with the CDO on day-to-day issues and special projects to streamline the work of the Development department, providing project management, research and analysis;* Serve as a positive and collaborative liaison across the organization, and work across departments with other coordinators to facilitate and contribute to improved cross-organizational systems and processes* Run key department meetings and events; including taking notes, tracking actions and facilitating next steps;* Coordinate annual departmental work planning processes in conjunction with relevant stakeholders;* Develop and manage systems for collaboration across the department and organization to improve and increase CDO’s communication flow within and across departments; ensuring consistency and transparency;* Maintain department calendar of events, activities, and meetings* Maintain a high-level of understanding of development initiatives and timelines and hold broader department accountable to meeting deadlines;* Support the CDO in tracing their donor interactions and ensure the CDO is prepared for donor interactions and meetings;* Coordinate support to Board members for their participation in fundraising efforts and in managing the Development Committee;* Coordinate compilation of departmental Board reports on behalf of the CDO;* Serve as a liaison between the Development team and the Office of the President to optimize efficacy and understanding;* Develop standardized onboarding plans, and provide guidance and resources for new staff in conjunction with hiring managers;* Participate, as needed, on key interdepartmental teams or meetings to represent the needs of the CDO; and* Other duties as assigned.Qualifications:* University Degree (baccalaureate or higher) in relevant field* 5+ years of relevant work experience* Demonstrated commitment to the mission* Flexibility and ability to work professionally in a fast-paced environment* Fluency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook* Excellent interpersonal skills* Self-motivation and the ability to work independently, while also collaborating in a team setting* The ability to complete assignments in a timely manner, often under considerable time pressure, and to manage multiple projects simultaneously* Commitment to human rights, reproductive rights, and/or women’s rights generally* Capacity to receive and accept constructive feedback* Exceptional organizational and time-management skills* Steadfast attention to detailCritical Competencies:* Collaborative: An empathetic, approachable team player who engenders trust and confidence, with an inherent ability to interact positively with all members of the Center staff. Track record of working effectively with various and diverse individuals and groups. A willingness to actively listen and invite different views and opinions across all levels of the institution to build alignment in support of a common goal.* Receives and Provides Direct Feedback: Actively gives and requests feedback to and from supervisors, peers and team about work products, behaviors and workload prioritization, with a view on how this impact self, other individuals and teams.* Accountability: Follows through on commitments and actively communicates on ability to meet commitments in a timely fashion. Must possess a “can-do” and “will-do” attitude. Holds team members accountable.* Decisiveness: Consistently makes sound decisions in a timely manner, supportive of the Center’s mission, values and strategic objectives.* Innovative: Demonstrated ability to be innovative and highly productive, with a focus on excellence in a high energy, fast moving, deadline-oriented environment.* Commitment to learning: Applies a growth mentality to their development. Promotes a culture of learning by modeling inquisitiveness and an openness to viewing mistakes as an opportunity to learn and improve* Integrity: Possesses impeccable integrity and personal and professional values that are consistent with the Center’s high standards and mission.* Transparency: Consistently applies openness and honesty in communicating decisions and plans to team members.US based staff FLSA Classification: This is an EXEMPT position.Bargaining Unit Status: This is a union designated role.Compensation: The salary for this role is $62,000 per year. The Center also offers a comprehensive benefits program and generous PTO offering.How to Apply: Please complete the application below to apply. A cover letter and resume must be included in your application. Please include these application materials as attachments.Deadline for applications: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible.The Center for Reproductive Rights is an equal opportunity employer, committed to inclusive hiring, and dedicated to diversity in our work and staff. We strongly encourage people from all groups and communities to apply.Please note that all genuine Center openings must be applied through the Center website. The Center does not charge a fee at any stage in the recruitment process (application, interviews, or selection). Nor does it request any medical examinations or bank account inform as part of this process. If someone contacts you on behalf of the Center requesting payment for your application please notify [email protected] before taking any further action.
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2021-08-05T08:01:44Z
