SEEKING MORE THAN AN ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Susan G Komen for the Cure is the world’s largest and most progressive grassroots network of breast cancer survivors and activists. We are committed to curing breast cancer at every stage, from the causes to the cures, to the pain and anxiety of every moment in between. We have been supporting every advance in breast cancer research over the past 25 years.


The Northern Indiana Affiliate of the Susan G Komen for the Cure is seeking an Affiliate Coordinator to work in their South Bend office. The Affiliate Coordinator will not only manage the administrative tasks in the office, but will also be a proactive part of the Northern Indiana team seeking ways to improve this newly formed affiliate.

Responsibilities:

• Work with board members, committee members, and volunteers on a daily basis
• Aid in developing fundraising and sponsorship plans
• Create and maintain agendas, schedules, meeting minutes, and other board related documents
• Assist in breast cancer education and outreach functions
• Help facilitate event planning and fundraising events


The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and attributes:

• Strong Administrative skills to include experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point, database software, and Quickbooks
• Excellent “people skills” allowing for strong communications with sponsors, volunteers, and donors personally and via phone.
• Ability to balance and prioritize multiple task effectively
• Ability to oversee and direct volunteer staff
• College degree or equivalent hands on experience
• Not-for-profit experience preferred
• Experience in fundraising and event planning a plus
• Local candidates preferred
• Ability to work 16-20 hours per week

For immediate consideration, email resume and cover letter to: Komennorthernindiana@yahoo.com.
No phone calls please.