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American Red Cross SAF Division Business Operations/Administrative Support in Wiesbaden, Germany
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Job Description:
WHY CHOOSE US?
As one of the nation’s premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good.
We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference.
The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, our Veterans+ Resource Group, and the Women’s Resource Group, these networks provide connections, mentoring and help give voice to important concerns and opinions.
At the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine!
The American Red Cross is seeking a full-time SAF Division Business Operations / Administrative Support position. It can be located at any U.S. military base in Germany, Italy, Spain, or the U.K. Preferred candidates will be located in Wiesbaden, Germany and already have SOFA status. Housing is not provided, and COLA is not authorized. VISA requirements will depend on the country in which the position is hired. Relocation expenses are not covered.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:
The Business Operations / Administrative Support position operates under limited supervision to support programs to ensure implementation and defined activities are carried out in accordance with specified objectives. Provide planning, design and implementation support to assigned program area. May assist with budget preparation and monitoring and in the recruitment of volunteers. Provide support, development and/or leadership guidance to all volunteers.
Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with standard operating procedures and other applicable Federal, State and local regulations.
WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE GOOD
Perform moderately complex program work to support the planning, design, implementation of programs. For Training Services, this includes preparing reports, monitoring inventory levels and ordering supplies, and coordinating scheduling of classes, student registration and payment collection. For Volunteer Services, this includes assisting in the recruitment, training and supervision of program volunteers as well as assisting with the completion of Volunteer Engagement plans and Volunteer Needs Assessments.
Perform administrative, fiscal and inventory duties as needed to support program operations. This includes assisting with planning and execution of division and region level events, such as the annual training conferences, as well as coordinating with the OCONUS Chief Operating Officer to ensure the MOUs for the stations and continuity binders are up to date.
Develop fiscal and program reports for management review.
Coordinate with the OCONUS Chief Operating Officer to ensure consistency in operations across the two OCONUS divisions and with National Headquarters. Administer processes within assigned OCONUS division. Analyze operating practices and recommend revisions to improve established procedures.
May perform activities that support funding and proposal initiatives.
May prepare or have input on the annual budget of facility expenses and monitor budget and report variances.
WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED
Bachelor's degree required
Experience: Minimum 3 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience required
Management Experience: N/A
A current, valid driver's license with good driving record is required.
- Combination of candidate’s education and general experience satisfies requirements so long as the total years equate to description’s minimum education and general experience years combined (Management experience cannot be substituted).
Skills & Abilities: May require the ability to obtain a government security clearance and no-fee passport. Ability to work on a team is a must. Project management experience and high proficiency in Microsoft Excel and SharePoint are strongly desired.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, the employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. The work environment will consist of moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phones and printers, light traffic). The employee must have the ability to work in a small cubicle and have the ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.
Travel : Travel required 10%.
BENEFITS FOR YOU:
We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance the learn.
• Medical, Dental Vision plans
• Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts
• PTO: Starting at 15 days a year; based on FLSA status and tenure
• Holidays: 11 paid holidays comprised of six core holidays and five floating holidays
• 401K with 5% match
• Paid Family Leave
• Employee Assistance
• Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term
• Service Awards and recognition
Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day.
The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Interested in Volunteering?
Life’s emergencies don’t stop, and neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than 90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and talents. The Red Cross relies on generous volunteers who give their time and talent to help fulfill our lifesaving mission.
Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday (https://www.redcross.org/volunteer/become-a-volunteer/urgent-need-for-volunteers.html) to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions.
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