Junior Achievement

Are you an independent thinker who values collaboration and inclusivity, knows how to solve

problems, build relationships and implement solutions? Are you great at managing projects with a proven track record in meeting articulated goals, organizing complex logistics, and spearheading multiple tasks with important outcomes simultaneously? If so, then you might be a great fit for the Education Operations Coordinator at Junior Achievement of Greater Fairfield County. This is a full-time role reporting to the Education Director working in the Bridgeport, CT Office.

About the Organization:

Junior Achievement (JA) is dedicated to inspiring and preparing young people with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in a global economy. Our vision at Junior Achievement of Greater Fairfield County (JAGFC) is to ensure that every young person in greater Fairfield County is sufficiently prepared to pursue their career of choice and manage their personal finances. As a solution provider, JAGFC works with local youth and community members throughout Greater Fairfield County to achieve greater social and economic equity and to help close the opportunity gap. JA's - programs focus on three pathways: financial literacy, work and career readiness, and entrepreneurship. Through relevant and innovative learning experiences taught by volunteer role models, we provide the linkage from education to workforce, encouraging economic mobility.

Benefits: We support our employees' professional development through training and opportunities and increased responsibilities. Additionally, we offer an excellent benefits package including:

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid work schedule - 3 days remote and 2 days in the office
• Medical, Dental and Vision health plans
• Short and Long Term Disability insurance
• 401k with company match
• Up to 4 weeks of paid time off plus 10 paid Holidays

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Creates and maintains positive relationships and partnerships with local youth servicing organizations, and public and private schools within the community
• Implements an action plan to increase the number of schools and youth servicing organizations, business leaders and volunteers that participate in JA programs
• Manages oversight and evaluation of special programs/projects, as well as assist with stewardship planning and implementation for all stakeholders to ensure program quality
• Increases public awareness of JA programs through corporate & civic presentations
• Represents JA at community events
• Works with the Development staff to ensure all Grant deliverables and opportunities to engage prospects and donors are met
• Provides current program data for grant reporting, press releases and marketing content
• Assists with creating recognition event for educators, volunteers and donors
• Other related duties as required by the Education Director

Qualifications or Skills/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent
• Proven ability to analyze and comprehend relevant data to make informed decisions
• Energy and optimism and a commitment to JA's mission
• Proven interpersonal and presentation skills
• Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Able to collaborate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds
• Proficient in Microsoft office suite; application and use of customer relations database (CRM) systems (BCRM, QGive, First Giving)
• CFRE or comparable experience
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation; willingness to travel within the organization's territory

JAGFC values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

JAGFC is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment, hiring, promotions, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment shall be maintained in a manner which does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or military status, or in violation of any applicable Federal, state or local laws.

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