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By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network?
Join us—Where your Career is a Force for Good!
WHY CHOOSE US?
As one of the nation’s premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity.
Work where your career is a force for good.
We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference.
The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, our Veterans+ Resource Group, and the Women’s Resource Group, these networks provide connections, mentoring and help give voice to important concerns and opinions.
At the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine!
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW (Job Overview)
Plan, schedule, direct, and implement overall strategic goals and objectives for a program. Manage the work assignment and performance of staff and volunteers. Develop and manage department budget. Represent the Red Cross and promote services and programs to the community. Provide support, development and/or leadership guidance to all volunteers.
Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with standard operating procedures and other applicable Federal, State and local regulations.
WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE GOOD
1: Plan and develop methods and procedures for implementing programs, manage and coordinate program activities, and exercise control over staff responsible for specific functions or phases of program. Review and approve programs and ensure compliance with internal policies and industry best practices.
2: Manage and coordinate activities concerned with implementation and carrying out objectives of program. Ensure consistent delivery of programs, quality and growth of programs and the integration with other programs within the organization. Negotiate agreements and modes of operations with key partners, host governments, and other stakeholders.
3: Review reports and records of activities to ensure progress is being accomplished toward specified program objectives and modify methodology as required to obtain objectives. Ensure compliance with appropriate organization policies, donor agreements, and applicable rules and regulations.
4: Develop and manage financial and budget activities to fund operations and maximize efficiency.
5: Identify priorities and devise program strategies to support these priorities. Develop and implement short and long-term strategies to integrate priorities into the overall organization business plan and manage the execution of those strategies.
6: May work in conjunction with internal departments and external government and/or non-government agencies in the development of grant procurement and/or fundraising strategies.
7: Hire, train, coach, counsel and evaluate performance of direct reports and volunteers. Develop and set individual and departmental team goals and manage/drive change. Allocate and direct resources, including assigning work, to deliver program or service effectively and efficiently.
Schedule – Remote WFH
This is a term-limited, benefits eligible position expected to last 24 months from date of hire with the opportunity to extend based on business need."
Pay Information
This position is a Grade 14
WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED (Minimum Qualifications)
- Education: Bachelor's degree required.
- Experience: Minimum 5 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience required.
- Management Experience: 3 years of supervisory or management experience.
WHAT WILL GIVE YOU THE COMPETITIVE EDGE (Preferred Qualifications)
Skills & Abilities: Develop strategies to achieve organizational goals. Demonstrate analytical and decision-making skills to develop creative processes for continuous program or service improvements. Ability to manage multiple priorities with strong skills in planning and problem-solving. Ability to relate well and effectively with diverse groups and individuals. Proficiency with MS Office software, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Familiarity with federal, state and local employment laws. Ability to work on a team.
Travel: Travel may be required.
Benefits For You
We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance the learn.
- Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance
- 401K with 5 % match
- Paid Family Leave
- Medical, Dental Vision plans
- Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term
- PTO + Holidays
- Service Awards and recognition
Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day.
The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Interested in Volunteering?
Life’s emergencies don’t stop, and neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than 90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and talents. The Red Cross relies on generous volunteers who give their time and talent to help fulfill our lifesaving mission.
Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions.
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