Who is YSC?
In 1998, a group of young women, all diagnosed with breast cancer before age 40, gathered in New York City and had the first YSC meeting. They had all personally experienced that young adults were missing from the research, community and conversations about breast cancer. Twenty-six years later, these needs still define YSC’s work. Young adults diagnosed with breast cancer face higher mortality rates, fertility issues and the possibility and ramifications of early menopause. From our grassroots beginning, YSC has grown into an international movement. Today, YSC has more than 125 Face-to-face local networking groups, a vibrant online community, educational and supportive resources, and the largest conference program dedicated exclusively to young adults with breast cancer and their co-survivors. Visit youngsurvival.org to learn more.
What are we looking for?
YSC seeks TWO highly motivated, creative individuals to provide support with program implementation, project management and completion, and administrative tasks supporting YSC’s Mission Department. The candidates will be detail-oriented, excel at multitasking and can take on significant responsibilities – working both independently and as part of our team. The candidates must be willing to occasionally travel, as travel is required to meet the position's responsibilities.
- Program Associate, Project IMPACT will support this project aimed at increasing equitable access to and availability of education and support services for Young Breast Cancer Survivors (YBCS) and their families and loved ones (co-survivors).
- Program Associate, MBC THRIVE will be pivotal in supporting the growth and deepening the impact of YSC’s programming for our metastatic breast cancer (MBC) community.
What will you be doing?
Both Program Associates positions will support the management and implementation of YSC’s multifaceted programmatic approach.
This includes specific tasks such as:
- Supporting program performance tracking and evaluation
- Timeline management of deliverables, including monthly reporting and presentations
- Data input
- Program benchmarking and evaluation
- Program Administration
Play an active role on YSC’s Mission Team and contribute to the meaningful work of programs and projects focused on YSC’s community:
- Working with YSC’s Mission Directors to support the overall implementation, promotion and evaluation of mission programs
- Collaborating with a dedicated team to co-create and move planned projects to completion, including:
- YSC’s in-person and virtual conferences
- Virtual and in-person supportive services
- Printed and web-based educational content
- Community building
- Work on special projects as needed and assigned.
Qualifications: What are we looking for?
- 2 years of relative experience in a professional setting
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
- Experience with data analysis
- Experience working with various stakeholders
- Communicates clearly and concisely in both verbal and written communications
- Commitment to excellent customer/constituent service
- High level of professionalism and verbal/written communication
- Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office, Google Workspace
- Previous use of Salesforce is a plus
The person in this position will excel with the following traits:
- Inclusive - You can work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, sexual orientation, ethnicity, political affinity or job type–or any other factor that makes us unique!
- Grit - You have the ability to keep working toward a goal, overcoming challenges and sticking with it even when it’s hard
- Resourceful - You know how and where to get answers and you are solutions-oriented
- Organized & Productive - You are adept at planning your day and not letting distractions keep you from meeting your goals. You are detail-oriented and deadline-driven
- Reliable - You can work effectively with minimal supervision, but you also know when to ask for help
- Communication - You have excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Collaborative - You believe that creative work reaches its fullest potential with the collaboration of a smart and dedicated team
- Flexible - You are comfortable working with competing priorities; you understand that event priorities change rapidly and often involve multiple parties; you can pivot and adapt while also meeting event goals and timelines
- Sense of Humor - You don’t take yourself too seriously, and you enjoy a good laugh with coworkers
- Committed - You believe in YSC’s mission and will keep that in the forefront of your work
Why work at YSC?
- YSC offers a competitive benefits package that includes 100% of medical benefits for employees paid by the organization
- Generous paid holidays and paid time off
- Matched retirement benefits contributions after 12 months of full-time employment
- Collaborative team members dedicated to the mission of serving the young breast cancer community and to supporting each other in our intersecting work
The salary for both of these positions is $44,000-$50,000/year, taking into account geographic location and years of experience. Young Survival Coalition is an equal opportunity employer. This full-time remote role is open to candidates who reside in the United States. While physical presence within the Eastern Time Zone is not required, alignment with Eastern Time Zone hours may be necessary on occasion, accommodating the majority of YSC employees who follow this schedule. Occasional travel to YSC events is required.
Please send your resume and a thoughtful cover letter, including salary requirements, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications for these positions and stating how you heard about this opportunity to: HR@youngsurvival.orgwith “Program Associate” in the subject line.
No phone calls please. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. Due to the high volume of submissions, YSC will contact only candidates invited to interview. Applications without salary requirements in their cover letter will not be considered. Thank you for your interest.
