Administration Assistant

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A Free Bird is a 501(C)(3)non-profit organization based in New York City. Our focus is to provide children, ages 6-18 who are patients or survivors of juvenile cancer, the opportunity to explore their artistic passions and give them the strength to fight their disease. We believe that artistic expression is critical for healing! A Free Bird supports children affected by cancer in their exploration of art, music, acting, poetry, writing, singing and any other artistic passion they may have.

HOW TO APPLY: please send email, resume and cover letter to Volunteer@afreebird.org

Volunteers: 15-20 hours per week for 3 months commitment--volunteer will receive letter for recognition of work as well as a certificate of completion.

Responsibilities:

Carry out any responsibilities the Administrative Department may have. Provide administrative support and ensure smooth running of daily operations by arranging communication between all departments and all managers and the Executive Director.

Overall Responsibilities:

-Serve as liaison between president and head of departments to ensure mutual understanding of tasks, goals, and agendas.

-Remains in constant contact with head of departments.

-Updates calendars, agendas, and supporting documents on a daily basis.

-Organizing, storing, and managing files.

-Coordinate and participate in department meetings and follow up on action items.

-Must support and maintain mission goal and statement of organization.

Competencies:

-Understanding of Microsoft Office and Google drive, including Google +.

-Administrative and/or bookkeeping experience

-Ability to work as part of a team within a fast paced environment.

-Excellent communication, both written and oral, skills.

-Ability to pay attention to detail.