Program Coordinator, Professional Development

Program Coordinator

Are you interested in making a world of difference in cancer care?

Cancer strikes more than 10 million people worldwide each year. As the leading medical society representing doctors who care for people with cancer, the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) is committed to conquering cancer through research, education, and promotion of the highest quality care.

ASCO is a flexible, high-performance membership organization where employees collaborate to support our mission through evidence, care, and impact. Together with Conquer Cancer, the ASCO Foundation, we foster a culture that prioritizes customer-centricity, emphasizes teamwork, and commits to quality. Our culture, ASCO Works Our Way of Working, has long enabled workplace flexibility and embraced technology to help us achieve balance.

ASCO offers competitive salaries, an excellent benefits package, and opportunities to participate in professional development programs.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary point of contact and administrative lead for the assigned Professional Development councils, programs, and stakeholder volunteer groups.
• Coordinate logistics for virtual and in-person meetings and retreats.
• Coordinate application, review and selection, enrollment, and program execution.
• Monitor and collate data to evaluate outcomes and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Provide onsite and administrative support to the planning and execution of professional development initiatives.
• Ability to work occasional early mornings and evenings to support in-person session logistics.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of experience.
• 0-3 years of programmatic or administrative support experience within a professional environment including customer service.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook) and an openness to embracing and learning new technology.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Previous program support experience in non-profits, education, and/or healthcare.
• Experience planning and developing work plans and agendas, events, material preparation, engagement, and expenses.
• Proficiency with online application management and survey tools, such as SurveyMonkey Apply, in collecting and reviewing program applications and conducting surveys.

Competencies

• Excellent interpersonal skills and a positive disposition when interacting with customers.
• Ability to efficiently manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent time management, multitasking, and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize work and deliver accurate, thorough, and high-quality work products.
• Ability to work consistently in a collaborative, team-oriented manner.
• Excellent communication skills, including writing.
• Open to receiving and taking action on feedback.

ADA/Physical Requirements

Must lift up to 25 lbs.

Extended periods seated or standing at a desk.

High use of computer and other office technology equipment.

Travel 6-10 days/yr.

Generous Benefits Package:

• Hybrid Work Environment
• Open Leave Policy
• Paid Family Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays per Calendar Year
• Staff Appreciation Days
• 401(k): 7.5% Employer Contribution
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fertility and Family Forming
• Healthcare Concierge
• Flexible Spending Account(s)
• Healthcare Savings Account
• Disability and Life Insurance

Applications are accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis. The job posting will remain active throughout the candidate application evaluation process.

The American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, and religion.