Program Administrator - Parents with Cancer Program

Position Summary

The Parents with Cancer Program is a new initiative at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute to support patients who are parenting during their oncology treatment. The Program Administrator will work closely with the Program Director to implement patient-facing resources and services and training programs for DFCI staff. Under moderate supervision, the Program Administrator I provides operational and administrative support to the program.

About the Role

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in cancer research and patient care. The Program Administrator I supports the preparation of program reports by gathering and organizing data. This role requires the application of well-established techniques, procedures, or standards.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Provides operational and administrative support in the development and implementation of program functions.
• Staffs program meetings including preparing agendas, generating minutes, following up on action items and supporting related program initiatives and projects.
• Maintains and manages processes associated with varied programs, projects, and events.
• Prepares documents such as correspondence, reports, presentations, packets.
• Triage inquiries and provide general problem resolution related to program with appropriate level of urgency.
• Keeps all members of the team up to date with relevant program information.
• May monitor budget, track expenditures/transactions, and handle financial administration projects as it pertains to the program.
• May work on special assignments and projects as needed.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Proficient knowledge of computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, Zoom, Adobe.
• Knowledge of trends, issues, and accepted practices relevant to the position.
• Excellent attention to detail skills.
• Exceptional customer service skills and the ability to interact professionally with peers, leadership, and external contacts.
• Must possess the ability to problem solve with minimal guidance, maintain confidentiality, and pay attention to detail.
• Excellent ability to organize, prioritize and follow-through.
• Ability to apply independently a wide variety of policies/ procedures where specified guidelines may not exist.

Minimum Job Qualifications

• A High School Diploma required.
• A Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 3 years of experience working in a medical or scientific research setting or comparable technology-oriented business environment required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No

Patient Contact

Yes

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute strives to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from individuals who offer multifaceted experiences.