[Hiring] Part-Time Project Coordinator @American Heart Association

Role Description

The Project Coordinator for the NextGen Business Accelerators will support the planning, implementation, and success of the EmPOWERED to Serve Business Accelerator program. This role ensures seamless program execution by coordinating logistics, managing timelines, supporting entrepreneurs, and maintaining communication with stakeholders. The coordinator will work closely with the accelerator team to deliver a high-quality experience that fosters business growth, innovation, and community impact.

Responsibilities

• Program Coordination & Operations
  • Coordinate day-to-day logistics of accelerator programming, including workshops, speaker sessions, pitch events, and mentoring.
  • Manage program calendar and scheduling with internal staff, cohort participants, and external stakeholders.
  • Track project milestones, deliverables, and timelines to ensure deadlines are met.
  • Provide on-site or virtual event support (e.g., set-up, technical troubleshooting, note-taking).
• Stakeholder Engagement
  • Support communication with mentors, partners, guest speakers, and sponsors.
  • Assist in outreach efforts to recruit entrepreneurs, judges, or service providers.
  • Help coordinate demo days, investor meetups, and networking events.
• Data & Reporting
  • Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs) and outcomes related to cohort progress and program impact.
  • Assist with surveys, impact reports, and funder updates.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent. Bachelor’s degree in Business, Entrepreneurship, Project Management, or related field preferred.
• Three (3) years of experience working in the social impact space and with business accelerators.
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Canva, and virtual meeting platforms (e.g., Zoom).
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
• Passion for entrepreneurship, innovation, and small business development.

Requirements

• The expected hourly pay range is $25-$28/Hr.
• Pay is commensurate with experience; geographic differentials to the pay range may apply.
• The American Heart Association reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range.

Benefits

• Compensation: Our goal is to ensure you have a competitive base salary. That’s why we regularly review the market value of jobs and make adjustments, as needed.
• Performance and Recognition: You are rewarded for achieving success through annual salary planning and incentive programs; eligibility for an incentive program is based on the type of position.
• Benefits: We offer a wide array of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, along with a robust retirement program that includes an employer match and automatic contribution.
• Professional Development: You can join one of our many Employee Resource Groups (ERG) or be a mentor/mentee in our professional mentoring program. Heart U is the Association’s national online university, with more than 100,000 resources designed to meet your needs and busy schedule.
• Work-Life Harmonization: The Association offers Paid Time Off (PTO) at a minimum of 16 days per year for new employees. The number of days will increase based on seniority level. You will also have a total of 12 paid holidays off each year, which includes several days off at the end of the year.
• Tuition Assistance: We support the career development of all employees. This program provides financial assistance to employees who wish to further their education and career in relation to their current duties and responsibilities, or for potential future positions in the organization.