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Description

The Carter Center is a 501(c)(3), not-for-profit, nongovernmental organization founded in 1982 in Atlanta, GA, by former U.S. President Jimmy Carter and his wife, Rosalynn, in partnership with Emory University. The Center has helped to improve millions of lives in more than 80 countries by waging peace, fighting disease, and building hope. The Carter Center is guided by a fundamental commitment to human rights and the alleviation of human suffering. It seeks to prevent and resolve conflicts, enhance freedom and democracy, and improve health. 

The Carter Center collaborates with other organizations, public and private, in carrying out its mission around the world. Current information about the Center’s many programs and activities are available at The Carter Center (http://www.cartercenter.org/) .

SUMMARY:

The Administrative Assistant will provide administrative support to the Director of Development for Health Programs as well as a team of eight development officers in the Health Programs Development (PPD) team and the broader Programs Development (PD) department. Under the supervision of an Office Manager, assists in the broader administration of the PD department, together with a second administrative assistant. Must be able to do database work up to 50% of the time, including financial reconciliations between the donor database (Raiser’s Edge) and Finance database (Unit 4), generating unique and standard reports, including gift and financial reports, and ensuring the donor database is up to date with accurate information about program donors, contacts, gifts, and dates. This position will assist in managing content, processes, and configuring new site architecture on the department’s Microsoft SharePoint and Teams sites. The position will coordinate event planning and logistics management, including complex, segmented mailing lists, RSVP tracking, and coordinating with Events staff, other departments, and donors. Other administrative duties include: handling arrangements for meetings, conferences, and staff travel; creating and managing mailing lists for unique and ongoing mailings; processing donor agreements/contracts; coordinating the gift acknowledgment process; donor correspondence; compiling information for events, presentations, meetings, etc.; coordinating projects with other departments at The Carter Center, including the broader Development department, Finance, Communications, Events, Health, Peace, and Education Programs, and the Executive Offices. Confidentiality is required. Must be able to work occasional flexible hours for early morning and evening events during the week, as needed. May be required to work overtime as defined by the needs of the department.

FORMAL JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Provides administrative support for one of the following (or a combination): general management, a research environment or a specific program.

• Ensures office activities comply with Emory policies and procedures.

• Responds to incoming telephone calls.

• Maintains calendars and prioritizes meeting requests for management.

• Reviews incoming correspondence and identifies items of special interest to management; handles routine correspondence and prepares appropriate responses.

• May complete forms, grant applications, and/or correspondence associated with programs.

• Prepares charts and graphs for reports and presentations.

• Creates and edits scientific, programmatic or other reports associated with department's primary business.

• Schedules meetings and handles logistics for meetings and special events.

• Prepares materials for meetings and special events. Initiates, processes, and maintains records and invoices.

• Keeps management apprised of account status, identifies cost-effective solutions and may authorize expenditures.

• May monitor or maintain budgets and grants, assist with budget development, and prepare related expense reports and reimbursements.

• Plans and coordinates travel arrangements.

• Maintains databases and spreadsheets; may also analyze data and design/generate associated reports.

• Establishes and organizes filing systems.

• Oversees ordering and maintenance of office supplies.

• May supervise or direct the work of support staff and/or students.

• Performs related responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A high school diploma or equivalent and five years of clerical or secretarial experience, or a bachelor's degree.

• Proficiency with various personal computer software applications.

• Positions in this classification may require keyboarding skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS"

• A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is preferred.

• Experience working in fundraising/development for an international NGO is desirable.

• One or more years of experience entering data into Raiser’s Edge and developing donor and financial reports based on that data is desirable.

• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, complex, detail-oriented office environment.

• Proficiency with Excel spreadsheets, including data analysis and pivot tables, is desirable.

• Significant experience writing general business correspondence for a fundraising office is preferred.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to The Carter Center on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs.  Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines.  All non-exempt employees must reside within the state of Georgia. The Carter Center reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.

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Emory University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in University programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Executive Order 11246, as amended, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action. Emory University is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through application of its affirmative action, equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Inclusion, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322.

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Job Number 125676

Job Type Regular Full-Time

Division The Carter Center

Department The Carter Center

This position may involve the following Health and Safety issues: Not Applicable

Job Category Clerical & Administrative

Campus Location (For Posting) : City Atlanta

Location : Name Carter Center