Coordinator, Wish Assist

Wish Assists are wishes that are granted within the territory of the Make-A-Wish Metro NY

and Western NY chapter. The wish participants can come from across the country and across

the globe. The Wish Assist Coordinator is responsible for planning complete experiences for

visiting wish children in the Metro New York area, which includes all Long Island. Duties include

working with Make-A-Wish Chapter staff (internal and external), Wish Assist volunteers and

local vendors to coordinate aspects of a wish trip.

Essential Job Functions and Abilities:

• Create and maintain data base of all wish assists records, community partners, and

vendors.

• Create comprehensive and accurate wish itineraries summarizing all details of the wish

within defined timeline.

• Maintain an accounting of expenditures, in-kind donations, and reimbursements
• Coordinate aspects of the wish, including but not limited to transportation,

accommodations, medical equipment, activities, and volunteer assistance

• Research cost effective options and facilitate in-kind donations to minimize wish cost
• Review and process new assists to ensure all necessary information is received and

database records are created.

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• Work with other Make-A-Wish chapters to determine details of each wish, and provide

information and recommendations to promote wish quality, equity, and adherence to

policies, guidelines and procedures established by the National Office and local chapter

guidelines.

• Demonstrated ability in solution finding, working well with deadlines, and responding

to crisis

• Available to respond to wish emergencies on a rotating4-hour schedule.

Qualifications:

• BA/BS or Associates Degree
• Organizational skills and attention to detail
• Able to effectively manage time and work to deadlines
• Excellent communication skills verbally and writing.
• Able to communicate with and work well with diverse populations
• Quick learner with excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite, Raiser’s Edge, and

Salesforce)

• Possess a positive attitude, creativity and flexibility and services available
• Compassion and passion for the Make-A-Wish mission
• Comfortable speaking in public or addressing group is a plus.

Additional Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty

satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or

ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with

disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands:
The physical demands and work environment listed here are representative of those that must

be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable

accommodations may be made to enable a person with disabilities to perform the essential

functions.

• While performing this job employees may occasionally be required to talk, stand or sit

for long periods of time, walk, climb stairs, key data, stoop, twist, bend, crawl, speak and

hear

• Person must also be able to move/lift to0 pounds

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Commitment Statement:
Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, MAW Metro New York and Western NY

will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives

to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and

welcoming.

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Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed

by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all

responsibilities, duties, and skills required. All staff may be required to perform duties outside of their

normal responsibilities as needed. The employee is expected to adhere to all company policies.

• How to Apply:

Please use the following link to complete and submit our formal application for the

Coordinator, Wish Assist at Make-A-Wish:
https://makeawishmetronewyorkandwesternnewyork-

vxrot.formstack.com/forms/coordinator_wish_assist

Please note: only applications submitted through this link via Formstack will be considered for

this position.

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Co ordinator, Wish Assist