Cancer Outreach/Education Coordinator

This is a .75 FTE position, benefits eligible.

About the role

The Cancer Outreach and Education Coordinator is the lead representative for Vermonters Taking Action Against Cancer (VTAAC) and is responsible for the operation and management of Vermont’s statewide cancer coalition. The coordinator plans, implements, and evaluates activities associated with the coalition and provides expert advice to the co-chairs and executive committee members on progress and strategy.

The position will develop and implement approaches that lead to long-term measurable involvement between coalition partners in addressing cancer impacts in Vermont through implementation of the Vermont Cancer Plan. The coordinator will plan, manage, and operationalize day-to-day activities in support of goals with support from the Vermont Department of Health and a multitude of other statewide community partners with a high degree of autonomy. The role provides leadership to community coalitions and committees across the state and at a statewide level.

Responsibilities

• State-wide member recruitment and retention
• Meeting coordination and facilitation
• Providing oversight for coalition activities and projects
• Grant and coalition progress reporting for Federal funding

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related or specialized field and two to four years’ related experience
• Related experience in public health, community organizing, or a related field
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Time management and organizational skills with attention to detail and follow-up
• Ability to identify and carry out tasks using judgment in prioritizing workflow and selecting methods
• Problem-solving skills and ability to recommend course correction
• Compassionate, understanding, and respectful interactions while working cooperatively with a team
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Ability to maintain and grow excellent relationships with multiple constituents across the State of Vermont
• Operates with a high degree of independence

Desirable Qualifications

• Strong computer skills
• Experience with Microsoft Office, data management, and relevant social media platforms

Benefits

This position is benefits eligible and is part of the UVMSU union.

Pay

Anticipated pay range: $46,000–$53,000 at .75 FTE.

Schedule

• .75 FTE (37.5 standard hours at 1.0 FTE)
• 12-month term
• Eligible for full-time telework in accordance with the university telecommuting policy

Other Information

• A probationary period may be required
• Contingent on continued funding
• Background check required
• FLSA exempt

Job location: Burlington, Vermont, United States