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- American Society of Clinical Oncology, Inc.
- Alexandria, VA
- 1mo ago
- Full-Time
- Hybrid
Cancer strikes more than 10 million people worldwide each year. The ASCO Association d/b/a Association for Clinical Oncology (the “Association”) is a 501(c)(6) professional membership association representing a diverse network of nearly 45,000 oncology professionals. The Association, along with its affiliates the American Society of Clinical Oncology (the “Society”), Conquer Cancer, the ASCO Foundation, and QOPI Certification Program, LLC, (collectively, “ASCO”) are committed to conquering cancer through research, education, and promotion of the highest quality care.
ASCO is a flexible, high-performance membership organization where employees collaborate to support our mission through evidence, care, and impact. Together with Conquer Cancer, the ASCO Foundation, we foster a culture that prioritizes customer-centricity, emphasizes teamwork, and commits to quality. Our culture, ASCO Works – Our Way of Working, has long enabled workplace flexibility and embraced technology to help us achieve balance.
ASCO offers competitive salaries, an excellent benefits package, and opportunities to participate in professional development programs. To learn what it’s like to work at the Association, click here.
Who we are looking for:
Responsibilities
Provide administrative, logistical, and coordination support for department volunteer groups.
Assist in scheduling, sending appointments, and confirming meeting attendance for volunteer activities. Work with staff liaisons to plan for future meetings.
Coordinate and support all volunteer meetings, whether virtual or in-person, including assisting lead staff with availability and logistics.
Utilize Oracle and other databases to submit, code, and track volunteer reimbursement expenses, ensuring accuracy and compliance with ASCO policies.
Facilitate the onboarding process for volunteers in Oracle and other relevant systems.
Collaborate with Meetings staff to secure meeting space, coordinate catering orders, and arrange travel and hotel accommodations for volunteers.
Work with A/V staff to ensure proper room setup and address audiovisual needs for volunteer meetings.
Support and coordinate with ASCO's Volunteer Services team on volunteer invitations and terms, including volunteer research, database reports, invitations and tracking, COI updates, communications, and verification of volunteer rosters.
Perform other duties as assigned by department leadership.
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of experience, education, or training
3+ years of comparable administrative support and customer service experience
Familiarity in administrative scheduling support
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with database management (e.g., Oracle).
Proficiency with Online meeting hosting (e.g. Zoom)
Proficiency working with Microsoft products and a willingness to adapt to new technology
Practical experience with Customer Relationship Management software
Occasional travel to Annual Meeting for potential support for ASCO Governance, as well as support of Member Services department’s recruitment and retention program and collective team goals as needed
Preferred Education and Experience
Previous experience in volunteer management
Previous experience with event planning and coordination.
Previous experience with expense management
Competencies
Strong organizational and multitasking skills with high attention to detail
Excellent communication skills, including written, with ability to clearly convey and receive information
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills, with the ability to work effectively with volunteers, staff, and external vendors
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Sound Judgement, problem-solving and analytical skills
Excellent time management skills with ability to meet deadlines, prioritize, and multi-task
A positive attitude and the ability to build relationships
ADA/Physical Requirements
Extended periods seated or standing at a desk.
High use of computer and other office technology equipment.
Travel
5-7 days/yr
Generous Benefits Package:
The Association for Clinical Oncology is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, and religion.