Harlem Childrens Zone

College Financing Coordinator

New York, New York, United States · Full-time

No sponsorship$12k-$15kDetected 13 days ago

Project ManagementSalesforceHRISLeadershipCommunicationOrganizational SkillsMicrosoft Office

About the role

Monitor program data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement in scholar engagement and financial readiness.
To be considered, interested applicants should submit their applications directly through the posting.

to break the cycle of intergenerational poverty through comprehensive, on-the-ground programming that creates opportunities for children and families to thrive in school, work, and life.
We are currently seeking a College Financing Coordinator within the Wealth Builds team.
This role will report to the Director of College Financing and collaborate closely with program staff and scholars across the organization.
This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively with internal teams, scholars, and external partners.
Who You Are Strong organizational and time-management skills; ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Manage scholar communications and maintain accurate tracking of applications, awards, and inquiries using Salesforce, Microsoft Suite, and Google Workspace.
Prepare and maintain detailed reports on scholar progress, participation rates, and program outcomes for leadership review.
Collaborate with HCZ departments to ensure timely follow-up with scholars and families, maintaining a response turnaround of 48 hours for inquiries.
Assist in outreach efforts to strengthen relationships with community partners and financial institutions.
Provide administrative and logistical support to the Director and Assistant Director, including scheduling, meeting coordination, and correspondence.

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
1-3+ years of experience in program coordination, providing college-related services, student services, and administrative support.

Advanced proficiency in Salesforce, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and data management tools ( Salesforce experience strongly preferred ).

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a customer-service mindset.

Support the planning and execution of 12-15 workshops and events per year, including financial literacy sessions, scholarship orientations, and parent engagement meetings.

Bachelor's degree required; coursework or experience in education, finance, case management, or social services preferred.

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