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Senior Manager, Digital Engagement

Manager, Programs Administration

Manager of Human Resources & Administration

Accounts Payable Coordinator


We dare to imagine a world where no one dies of cancer. Join us and help make this a reality.

The Prevent Cancer Foundation® is the only U.S. nonprofit organization focused solely on saving lives across all populations through cancer prevention and early detection.  Through research, education, outreach and advocacy, we have helped countless people avoid a cancer diagnosis or detect their cancer early enough to be successfully treated.    

The Foundation is rising to meet the challenge of reducing cancer deaths by 40% by 2035. To achieve this, we are committed to investing $20 million for innovative technologies to detect cancer early and advance multi-cancer screening, $10 million to expand cancer screening and vaccination access to medically underserved communities, and $10 million to educate the public about screening and vaccination options.  

You can browse our open positions below. Do you dare to imagine with us?

Senior Manager, Digital Engagement

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Senior Manager of Digital Engagement is an integral part of the Foundation’s External Affairs team and plays a critical role in expanding awareness and educating the public about the importance of cancer prevention and early detection. The Senior Manager will lead efforts to create compelling digital content as well as analyze digital and web-based data, make suggestions for improvements and execute on them, continuously improve user experience and engagement, implement SEO and related best practices and boost Foundation awareness.

The Senior Manager will have demonstrated website and analytical skills and be able to think both creatively and analytically. This is a great opportunity to utilize your digital technology, media production and content marketing skills in a supportive team environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Write and update timely, accurate and compelling web content. Maintain content in content management system.
  • Ensure all digital content is optimized for maximum visibility to major search engines in both organic search activities and paid search engine marketing campaigns.
  • Manage Google Analytics account, collecting and analyzing monthly data on website usage to improve performance. Create monthly reports with data and insights in collaboration with senior manager of communications. Use the data to make recommendations on web content or technology changes.
  • Lead in the creation and deployment of campaigns to build email subscriber and donor lists. Maintain all related forms and lists.
  • In support of campaigns, create campaign dashboards (reports) to measure effectiveness and impact.
  • Create and manage digital media content and collateral materials.
  • Liaise with Foundation’s web vendor and serve as expert on related software, plug-ins, and vendor recommendations.
  • Maintain familiarity with all systems to report and troubleshoot problems. Make recommendations and execute on cyber security measures.
  • Provide user support and training to staff for digital products.
  • Serve as department expert on content management system.
  • Create and manage process for regular content reviews and audits.
  • Assist senior manager of communications in proofreading and scheduling external communications, such as marketing emails, blogs and newsletters.
  • Collaborate with senior manager of graphic design on image library; resize and adjust images and graphic assets for the web as needed.
  • Monitor Foundation’s public email account. Respond or distribute messages to staff as appropriate.
  • Manage comments on the Foundation’s blog.
  • Cross-train with senior manager of communications on media reporting, email marketing and social media management. Assist with tactical communication and marketing needs to achieve organization and project goals.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge and experience required by the position includes:

  • At least three years of professional experience
  • Over one year of experience using web development tools, content management systems (e.g. Drupal, WordPress), and web analytics software
  • Experience working with digital formats for text, images, audio, video, and metadata management for digital assets
  • Experience managing web design, including page layout, and responsive design for web (desktop and mobile)
  • Excellent written and verbal communication, including strong editing, grammar and proofreading skills
  • Some project management experience: ability to keep track of multiple projects and progress of others on team. Ability to create action plans to finish projects on time and on budget
  • Ability to work and communicate in layman’s terms in a collaborative team environment
  • High proficiency with HTML and CSS and proficiency Adobe Creative Cloud and MS Office.
  • Minimum of two-year associate degree
  • Experience in health communications a plus

SALARY RANGE:  $62,000-$72,000 per year

To apply, please send cover letter and resume to Lisa Berry Edwards at Lisa.Edwards@preventcancer.org.


Manager, Programs Administration

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Manager, Programs Administration, is a full-time early-career professional who works to accomplish the mission of the Prevent Cancer Foundation by providing administrative management and support across the diversity of programs in research, education and outreach (REO).
Hybrid position: applicant is required to live in the DC area (DC, MD or VA) and will have a hybrid work schedule.
 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The primary responsibilities of the Manager, Programs Administration, include:

  • Provide administrative management and support of REO programs, events and projects
  • Assist in the management of the grant cycles for community, research, harm reduction and global grants programs
  • Help oversee grant communications and reporting, in collaboration with other staff members
  • Participate in data collection, reporting and evaluation across REO programs
  • Identify opportunities for quality improvement and program refinement
  • Collaborate to increase awareness of grantee work internally and externally through Foundation publications and materials
  • Assist in ongoing review and revision of program educational materials
  • Assist in the management of the continuing education process for programs and events
  • Represent the Foundation at outreach events
  • Maintain current databases for REO programs, events and advisory groups
  • Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree required

Experience

  • Two to three years’ experience in program/project management desired.

Special skills/knowledge/abilities (desired)

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Computer data management skills
  • Critical thinking skills
  • Solid initiative and follow-through; attention to detail
  • Strong organizational, problem-solving and interpersonal skills
  • Computer skills including Office 365 and online survey design/utilization with Survey Monkey, online registration systems and social media platforms
  • Spanish-language skills

SUPERVISION

Supervises: N/A

Supervised by: Managing Director, Research, Education and Outreach

SALARY RANGE: $50,000-$60,000 per year

Applicants please submit resume and cover letter to Erica Childs Warner at Erica.ChildsWarner@preventcancer.org.


HR Generalist

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Responsible for overseeing the Human Resources and administrative needs of the Foundation including payroll and benefits administration, and all employee relations functions for a staff of 27. Is a liaison with IT Vendor, building/landlord, facilities and equipment vendors and supports office administration functions. The Manager of HR & Administration works closely with the Foundation’s Managing Director, Finance and Administration and the President to ensure organizational and staff objectives are met.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree is desired.
  • HR Certification is desired.

Skills & Qualities

  • Three – Four years experience office administration, payroll processing, benefit administration and human resources.  
  • Ability to effectively communicate with staff at all levels, both orally and in writing.
  • Competent interpersonal skills, ability to build trusting, respectful relationships. Understands that healthy employees and relationships are key to a successful organization.
  • Enthusiasm to foster a workplace culture that values healthy feedback and fosters a safe and inclusive environment. Seeks out opportunities to provide team building and staff retention activities.
  • Can manage sensitive and confidential matters with discretion. Possesses emotional intelligence and works collaboratively with all levels of employees.
  • Ability to meet assigned deadlines.
  • Highly detail oriented and organized in work.
  • Needs to be a positive, enthusiastic team player.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Manages the Foundation’s Human Resources functions:
    • Maintains and processes Foundation payroll using ADP. This includes tracking and administering salaries, benefits, leave requests, payroll reports, proper recording and filing
    • Records payroll and 401(k) entries in Financial Edge accounting system
    • Manages Fidelity 401(k) distributions, reporting and loan approvals, including timely payment and appropriate authorizations
    • Manages relationships with benefits brokers, directs and provides information of coverage, manages enrollment, new hires and termination of coverage. Supports plan evaluations & updates and communicates changes to staff.
    • Coordinates with senior management team on job postings, interviewing, hiring and termination processes
    • Provides orientation and processes onboarding and off boarding procedures
    • Evaluates and provides updates to the employee policy manual. Ensures that each staff member reviews the policy manual annually and that new staff are thoroughly briefed on its contents. 
    • Works to ensure the Foundation’s compliance with State and Federal laws and mandates
    • Engages with staff to plan team building activities, staff trainings and education opportunities
    • Provides employee relations support, including relationship management, conflict resolution and grievance procedures
  • Serves as liaison with IT, internet and telephone vendors
  • Manages office equipment and supply orders
  • Coordinates office activities and celebrations
  • Assists in preparation of Committee and staff meetings as needed
  • Supports facility needs with property management company, parking, offsite storage and maintenance
  • Helps administer mail and maintain supply room
  • Perform other duties as assigned

SALARY RANGE: $55,000 to $60,000 per year

To apply, please send cover letter and resume to jobs@preventcancer.org.


Accounts Payable Coordinator

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Completes Foundation payments on a timely basis while monitoring expenses by receiving, processing, verifying, and reconciling invoices. Prepare journal entries, assist in monthly reconciliations and annual audit. Assist the Managing Director, Finance and Administration and others with special projects as required.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Manages Accounts Payable using Blackbaud Financial Edge software to pay vendors, verify EINs, review invoices for proper coding and support documentation, and scheduling and preparing checks weekly
  • Maintains and updates vendor database and performs weekly check-clearing
  • Trains new staff on AP coding and procedures
  • Follows up with vendors and/or staff on all Foundation accounts receivable
  • Maintains Foundation vendor files
  • Prepares annual 1099 Filing
  • Meet with other departments to resolve expense discrepancies and recommend/prepare necessary adjusting entries.
  • Assist with the month end close and properly preparing journal entries on a timely basis.
  • Provide technical support for the annual audit and 990 Information Return
  • Assist in documenting procedures and monitoring of internal controls
  • Assists with annual budget data entry
  • Manages in-house check depositing system, including making daily deposits, properly filing and destructing of deposited checks
  • Reconcile monthly credit card statements, assisting Foundation President with expense coding
  • Manage relationship and provide support to external state fundraising registration vendor
  • Manages office supply orders
  • Assist Managing Director, Finance and Administration with special projects as requested
  • Participation in Foundation cross-division team meetings and Foundation events

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance or similar is desired

Skills & Qualities

  • Knowledge of Blackbaud’s Financial Edge software a plus
  • Computer literacy with spreadsheets, accounting, database, accounts payable, and word-processing applications.  
  • Strong organizational, analytical, communication and interpersonal skills are required.
  • Ability to meet assigned deadlines.
  • Highly detail oriented and organized in work.
  • Ability to act and operate independently with minimal daily direction to accomplish goals.
  • Needs to be a positive, enthusiastic team player who adapts easily to change and works cooperatively and collaboratively with all levels of employees, management and external agencies to maximize performance, creativity, problem solving and results.

SUPERVISION: No supervisory responsibilities

SALARY RANGE: $40,000 – $45,000 per year

To apply, please send cover letter and resume to jobs@preventcancer.org.

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