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The Accreditation Coordinator provides direction, oversight, supervision, and guidance to nonprofit organizations in the Nonprofits First Accreditation program to ensure their successful completion, ongoing compliance, and maintenance of Accreditation. The position also supports other team members in all Accreditation activities, as well as providing occasional support to other departments within Nonprofits First.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Accreditation

-Responsibility for all aspects of the Accreditation process for assigned nonprofits agencies by providing one-on-one technical assistance to ensure compliance with the standards for Accreditation
-Determine if nonprofit agency submitted Accreditation documents and materials are complete, accurate and compliant, and identify any anomalies, noncompliance, or areas of concern
-Independently oversee a caseload of nonprofit Certified agencies and participate in full or desktop reviews when needed
-Direct nonprofit agencies as they navigate the Accreditation process through coaching, on-site reviews, templates, resources, etc.
-Review an analyze data and reports to ensure compliance with regulations, Accreditation standards, funder requirements, industry standards and best practices
-Train and evaluate current and potential Accreditation volunteers participating in full and desktop reviews
-Formulate Accreditation materials and packages for Executive Volunteer Corps and Accreditation Review Advisory Council members to ensure a successful Accreditation experience and outcome
-Provide guidance with the communication, training, documentation, scheduling, implementation, and follow-up for full Accreditations and desktop reviews
-Verify that all materials and required information to conduct a successful on-site review is sent to the assigned Executive Volunteer Corps members in a timely manner
-Supervise and evaluate Executive Volunteer Corps members' performance during on-site reviews
-Verify agencies' Accreditation status throughout the entire process

The Pathway 2 Excellence (P2E) Accreditation Tool

-Administer the ongoing development and maintenance of the P2E
-Ensure that links, templates, samples, etc. in the Accreditation software and tools are updated, current and functional
-Facilitate communications and troubleshooting with P2E vendor and all other relevant technology vendors
-Deliver training and technical assistance to agencies on the P2E

General

-Collaborate and/or lead ongoing or special projects, including those that span departments or benefit the organization as a whole
-Conduct and assess research relating to continuing developments in the nonprofit industry
-Generate and implement innovative and creative ideas to enhance and improve the Accreditation product and process
-Provide outreach and educational programming about the Accreditation process approach for key stakeholders, including nonprofit agencies, public and private funders, members of the business community and members of the Executive Volunteer Corps
-Participate in product packaging, marketing and sales efforts of the 501cPro Toolkit and other products and services offered by Nonprofits First
-Maintain customer/client files, documents, records, etc. as directed and required
-Complete monthly, quarterly and annual reports, as assigned and required
-Ensure effective communication and collaboration with the entire staff and volunteers at Nonprofits First
-Other duties as assigned

Required Experience and Skills:

Bachelor's Degree, supplemented by one years' experience in the nonprofit sector or a Master's degree in a relevant field (MSW, MPA, MBA) or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Nonprofit work experience is preferred but not required
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to exercise independent judgment
Strong leadership and problem-solving skills
Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Superior customer service skills
Ability to analyze and report data
Strong ability to prioritize, schedule, and manage multiple tasks and projects
Ability to work independently with limited supervision
Basic web development skills are preferred but not required
Volunteer management experience is preferred but not required

Special Requirements and Physical Demands:

Position requires travel in the local area. Must have reliable transportation,
Position requires adherence to traditional work hours and flexibility, ability, and willingness to work additional hours and weekends to meet business needs when necessary.
Ability and willingness to participate in ongoing professional development activities in order to keep current on new developments in the field and to enhance skills already maintained.
Requires safely lifting or moving up to 50 lbs. on an occasional basis, for example movement of materials and/or items.
Noise level is usually quiet to moderate

Non-Discrimination Statement:

Nonprofits First does not discriminate against employees or clients on the basis of race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status or any other characteristic protected by Federal and State law. A non-discrimination clause concerning employment opportunity is incorporated in the Employee Policy and Procedure Manual. Nonprofits First will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

The above job description information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by staff within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The listing of particular duties does not exclude other duties not listed that are of similar kind or level of responsibility. Job descriptions will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification.

Culture of Equity and Diversity Statement

At Nonprofits First, we believe everyone has cultural traditions and expressions that are inherently valuable. We seek to honor and value creative expression of all people through the programs, services and work of Nonprofits First, Inc. Creating a community of diversity and equity means dedication to seeing, celebrating and serving the dignity of all individuals. Cultural equity and diversity are essential to a sustainable nonprofit sector and a thriving community.

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