Education: Bachelor's degree in business or public administration, human resources management, community organization, social or health sciences, or related field is required; or related equivalent experience.
Experience: A minimum of three years related experience in program management or related field is required.
Managerial Experience: 1 year of lead or supervisory experience.
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)
Must be able to operate independently, with initiative, and manage an assigned area of responsibility, with general supervision.
Strong computer skills are required.
Public speaking skills and the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing are required.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with multiple priorities are essential.
Travel: Travel is required.
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.
U.S. citizenship is required. Must be able to obtain a secret security clearance and a no-fee U.S. passport.
Worldwide mobility is a condition of employment and an essential function of this position.
Must accept work assignments anywhere in the world, including conflict areas, where the American Red Cross is providing services to members of the military and their families.
Must meet strict medical and physical requirements, including immunizations required by the U.S. military.
May be required to wear military uniforms, and live and work in harsh and stressful environment in conflict areas.
Periodically accompanies the military on deployments.
Support both the day-to-day operations and emergency needs of the Hero Care Center as a member of the Hero Care Network Contingency Team.
Completes all trainings and requirements to maintain casework proficiency, to include working shifts and participating in readiness drills.
Responds to emergency, surge, and disaster situations, as needed.
Maintain all medical and security requirements
Engage in annual deployment familiarization program to include trainings and meetings
When activated to deploy, participate in additional trainings and meetings to prepare for deployment