Manager, Give Kids A Smile Program

at American Dental Association in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Description

Who We Are: It all starts with purpose.
We are a purpose-driven nonprofit with a dynamic staff culture.
With a meaningful purpose, motivated staff, and excellent benefits, working here is sure to put (or hopefully keep!) a smile on your face. The ADA's headquarters is located just steps from Chicago's Magnificent Mile and is easily accessible by public transportation. With more than 400 colleagues, the ADA Staff are some of the most talented people in the Chicago, Washington, D.C., and Maryland areas!
We have been named as a Top Workplace by the Chicago Tribune in both 2019 and 2021 - come join our team!
Job Responsibilities:
The Manager, Give Kids A Smile Program position is responsible for managing important aspects of planning for and executing the activities concerning the ADA Foundation's Give Kids A Smile (GKAS) Program, as well as related efforts for other oral health access to care initiatives working towards the same goal. This includes providing strategic and administrative support and coordination for the ADA GKAS National Advisory Committee/consultants, managing the GKAS enrollment and data collection processes, measuring GKAS program impact, providing technical assistance to hundreds of volunteers across the country and building ongoing relationships with GKAS Ambassadors and sponsors. These efforts help position the ADA as the national leader/champion of improving oral health care for the underserved through overseeing the sustainability, enhancement and expansion of Give Kids A Smile. This position is in direct alignment with the ADA's mission to help dentists succeed and support the advancement of the health of the public.
Must Have:
Bachelor's degree
5 years minimum experience in customer service and administrative responsibilities with a wide variety of audiences, including planning and organizing events and/or programs, or 9 years in lieu of a degree.
Experience in formulating oral and written information or materials
Excellent oral/written communication and presentation skills
Excellent organizational, project coordination and multi-tasking skills
Ability to bring new creative ideas to the table
Ability to pivot, problem solve and demonstrate leadership skills
Be a team player and maintain relationships with stakeholders
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Travel required for site visits and travel to vendor locations; possible travel to annual meeting
Nice to Have:
Academic training and/or experience in business administration
Basic knowledge of terminology and issues related to dental or medical fields
Corporate or association experience
Previous experience in web and database management and technical support
Just a few of the benefits offered to employees:
Promotes Work/Life Balance
Hybrid Work Schedule (2-3 days from home)
Health insurance/ dental reimbursement plan
Ample Paid time off
401(k)
Pension
Flexible Spending Account
Life insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Paid Parental Leave
Pet Insurance
Student Loan Refinance
2 days off to work at a charity event of your choice
*Posting reposted on June 26, 2024.
The American Dental Association is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. The American Dental Association is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at recruiting@ada.org.
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