Program Assistant

New York Health Foundation - Program Assistant; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A health-focused non-profit organization in the United States is seeking a Program Assistant to provide administrative and programmatic support. The role involves collaboration with Program Officers and contributing to various projects related to health care and public health systems. The successful candidate will gain valuable insights into philanthropy and have opportunities for professional growth. Interested candidates should send their résumé and statement of interest to [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Strong administrative and programmatic support skills.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse teams.
• Interest in health care and public health systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to program teams.
• Collaborate with Program Officers and Vice President.
• Organize and facilitate convenings.

Job description

The Program Assistant provides administrative and programmatic support to the Special Projects Fund and Primary Care teams. They will be a core member of both program teams, working in close collaboration with three Program Officers and the Vice President of Programs, as well as with other program, communications, policy and research, and grants management staff. They will divide their time between the two teams.

The position offers an excellent opportunity for the successful candidate to learn about New York’s health care and public health systems and about the role philanthropy plays across sectors. As part of the Foundation’s activist philanthropy model, the Program Assistant will have the opportunity to help organize and facilitate convenings and contribute to external publications. NYHealth is committed to mentoring and providing learning opportunities for staff.

Send résumé and statement of interest to [e-mail] and include “Program Assistant” in the subject line. The statement of interest should describe your skill set and experience in light of the above qualifications.