Project Coordinator, National Field Advocacy

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The American Heart Association has an excellent opportunity for a Project Coordinator, National Field Advocacy in our National Center office located in Dallas, Texas.

The Project Coordinator is responsible for providing project oversight and general administrative support for various programs/initiatives for the field advocacy team. This position works extensively with advocacy field staff and reports to the National Senior Advocacy Advisor.

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• →Assist with development and production of campaign materials such as presentations, fact sheets, newsletters and other resources in support of field advocacy priorities.
• →Coordinate field advocacy staff and volunteer trainings, events, and meetings, including lobby days. Manage meeting and event partnerships with coalition members, and other stakeholders. Coordinate travel, logistics, and other meeting and event projects as assigned.
• →Collaborate with other departments to integrate field advocacy priorities into American Heart Association events and other community or networking events.
• →Conduct research for advocacy field projects. Support the development of online and offline advocacy efforts, including data entry. Provide support for database management. Coordinate other field advocacy-related reporting, including progress toward goals.
• →Monitor and review field advocacy budgets and process field advocacy invoices, expenditures, budget reports, and grant reports. Support field advocacy contractor and vendor contract processing.
• →Coordinate and track lobbying registration and reports in compliance with local, state and federal regulations.
• →Lead, track, and support other field advocacy-related projects as assigned.

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience 
• Minimum of 3 years of related Project Coordination or Administrative experience.
• Experience with internet and social media communication and marketing.
• Prior experience with finance and/or expense management.
• Basic knowledge of government and legislative process and agency action.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Proven skill in developing and giving oral and written presentations.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment to meet daily, monthly and annual goals.
• Ability to work in a team environment and interact with all levels of American Heart Association staff, volunteers and the public.

The American Heart Association’s 2028 Goal: Building on over 100 years of trusted leadership in cardiovascular and brain health, by 2028 the Association will drive breakthroughs and implement proven solutions in science, policy, and care for healthier people and communities. The greatest discoveries in health must reach everyone where they are.

In accordance with local and state laws where applicable, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.

EOE/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities