JDRF is the leading global organization funding type 1 diabetes (T1D) research. Our mission is to accelerate life-changing breakthroughs to cure, prevent and treat T1D and its complications. To accomplish this, JDRF has invested more than $2 billion in research funding since our inception. We are an organization built on a grassroots model of people connecting in their local communities, collaborating regionally for efficiency and broader fundraising impact, and uniting on a national stage to pool resources, passion, and energy. We collaborate with academic institutions, policymakers, and corporate and industry partners to develop and deliver a pipeline of innovative therapies to people living with T1D. Our staff and volunteers throughout the United States and our six international affiliates are dedicated to advocacy, community engagement and our vision of a world without T1D.

Currently, we are seeking a part time Administrative Assistant for our Western New York Chapter in Buffalo, NY to provide clerical and administrative support to chapter staff and volunteers. 

Responsibilities include:

• Perform responsibilities that require knowledge of chapter activities and understanding the Foundation’s operations and procedures.
• Maintain the chapter database and files, which include fundraising events, membership, leadership,      volunteers, donors, and media.
• Learn and utilize all JDRF software programs for constituent management and acknowledgment.
• Coordinate and direct the volunteer staff assigned to the chapter office.
• Answer telephones, respond to inquiries, and take messages.  Direct calls to the appropriate person.
• Prepare routine correspondence.
• Process contributions and handles invoices.
• Responsibility for audit compliance.
• Assist at chapter special events.
• Perform other duties as assigned by his/her immediate supervisor.

Requirements: 

• High school graduate, some college preferred with 2+ years in dynamic office environment.
• Strong secretarial skills. 
• Clerical and administrative office experience with computer proficiency a must.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. 
• Ability to interface with all levels of staff and volunteers. 
• Detail-oriented and well organized.

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Only those candidates who meet our qualifications will be contacted. EOE.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.