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Program Support Coordinator

[Posted 06/10/10]

Organization: The New York Academy Of Medicine
Website: http://www.nyam.org
Salary: $45,000 to $50,000
Job Type: Full-time
Location: New York, New York
Description: Mission


The Division of Health Policy (DHP) brings together researchers, policymakers, community members, and key stakeholders to think strategically and creatively about the root causes of health outcomes and to identify and develop evidence to influence urban health policies that reduce health disparities, encourage the spread of best practices, and raise awareness of how economic, social, and other policies and practices influence the broad determinants of community health. Current priorities include promoting active aging, strengthening the public health infrastructure, and eliminating disparities in specific populations.


The DHP is seeking a Program Support Coordinator to provide staff support for the Commission for an Age-friendly New York City and its work groups. Under the direction of the Vice president for Health Policy, the Coordinator ensures efficient administration of the Commission by coordinating its events and meetings, managing special projects, and producing reports as needed. The position requires a well organized, highly motivated individual with excellent communication and writing skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines independently.


Job Responsibilities


Responsible for the day-to-day management of the Commission for an Age-friendly New York City and its 4-5 workgroups; coordinates and manages meeting times, date, invitations, and logistics; prepares draft agendas; assembles and mails meeting materials; takes and finalizes minutes; drafts and tracks all relevant correspondence.
Facilitates communication between the project staff, Commission co-chairs, and work groups chairs
Maintains Commission and work group files and contact information
Drafts and prepares reports and supporting documentation.
Conducts special projects and independent research as needed on subject matter relevant to the Commission.
Responds to requests for materials and information from Commission members and others
Posts materials and products on the project website and assists with the dissemination of products and materials
Acts as a liaison with other NYAM departments
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree (B.A. /B.S.) preferred
At least 3 years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience staffing a high level Commission or committee preferred.
Experience and demonstrated competence in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Access, as well as database management and Web literacy.
Well-organized with multi-tasking skills.
How to Apply: Please email a resume and cover letter to hr@nyam.org. Please include "Program Support Coordinator" in subject line.

The New York Academy of Medicine is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
Deadline: 7/31/2010



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