Education & Events Coordinator

AMWA has a collegial, high-energy, and results-driven work environment. The staff take pride in their effective time and resource management. We look for staff candidates who have demonstrated these values in their day-to-day work experience.

Requirements

Three to five years’ experience in related work, preferably with a membership association, managing conferences and events, educational course development including webinars and online learning programs.  Experience organizing, implementing, maintaining, and building content into a learning management system and coordinating certificate and/or certification or standards programs.  Candidates must be familiar and proficient working with technology and databases, such as association management systems (AMS), learning management systems (LMS), and content management systems (CMS). AMWA uses the YM suite of products, and experience with this system is a plus, but not a requirement.  

The position requires an organized, enthusiastic, and flexible individual who is capable of handling multiple projects at the same time and collaborating with others.  The ideal candidate for this position will have excellent communications and project management skills, and expertise using spreadsheets for tracking and reporting. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• At least three years of work experience, preferably within nonprofit organizations or associations
• Project management experience preferably with online education and conference programs
• Ability to prioritize and manage a work flow that involves interruptions and multiple projects
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office applications and proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Competency working with AMS, registration software programs, website content management, and LMS for online course management.
• Proficiency with data bases, data entry and pulling reports
• Strong customer service orientation
• Professional demeanor and ability to work in a team setting
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills; ability to complete and prioritize multiple tasks
• Flexibility to handle multiple tasks and to adapt to shifting priorities
• Ability to travel to the annual conference; Flexibility to work extended hours as needed
• Self-starter and a ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• College degree or relevant coursework preferred; previous work experience considered in lieu of degree.