Instructional Content Coordinator

  Cedar Rapids, IA

Overview
Advancement Resources is the leading provider of professional fundraising training and strategic event production for the top nonprofit institutions and major academic and medical organizations in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, and Australia. Our company prides itself in our highly entrepreneurial and autonomous environment that engages every individual in the success of our organization.

Position Summary
The Instructional Content Coordinator is an entry-level, Cedar Rapids-based position that collaborates with other members of the design team to create, modify, and proofread a variety of instructional workshop and e-learning materials. This role may also support virtual workshop production and some research efforts.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Participates in document design of workshop materials
  • Participates in e-learning design
  • Participates in copy editing of materials including Keynote, workbooks, and e-Learning materials
  • Collaborates with design leads to create customized workshop materials, as needed
  • Assists facilitation teams during virtual and onsite workshops
  • Conducts design-related research to assist in the development of workshop content.

Supervisory Responsibilities
This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.

Physical Requirements

  • Performs 8 hours of an 8-hour day in a sitting or standing position behind a desk when in an office setting
  • Operates MacOS computer equipment
  • Occasionally lifts 10-20 lbs. (i.e. boxes, materials)

Cognitive Requirements

  • Ability to apply creative approach for workshop and web materials
  • Ability to use and/or learn to use design software programs InDesign, Rise, Keynote, and Acrobat Pro.
  • Possesses attention to detail and problem-solving skills
  • Exhibits excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Follows DiffStrat Companies, Inc.’s policies and procedures as outlined in the DiffStrat Team Member Handbook.

Attributes

  • Positive, can-do attitude
  • Articulate and able to recall content, stories, and anecdotes when necessary
  • Ability to function well in a fast-paced, highly autonomous environment
  • Willingness to adapt to changing responsibilities as the business evolves
  • Ability to accept and respond appropriately to constructive feedback
  • Ability to present a conservative professional image in a variety of business settings
  • Small organization mentality where almost any role may have to be fulfilled to meet the organizational objectives
  • Confident in accomplishing tasks with minimal direction and intermittent feedback
  • Desire to learn and grow professionally
  • Willingness to learn the role through observation and hands-on training
  • Displays a positive, friendly, and respectful attitude towards clients and co-workers
  • Demonstrates the company’s Core Values

Work Environment
While performing duties of this position in the office, the employee will be in an office setting, with moderate to low noise level. During any required company travel, may encounter a variety of weather conditions.

This position may qualify for a flexible work arrangement.

Work Schedule
The employee typically works Monday-Friday with hours between 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. CT but may be required to work/travel some evenings and weekends to meet client requirements.

This position is Non-Exempt.

This position description may not be all inclusive. There may be other duties the employee is called upon to do in their position.

 

Our Core Values

We are Servant Leaders

  • We are authentic and vulnerable.
  • We are compassionate and also realistic.
  • We are excited to help others and adapt as required.
  • We create an environment for open communication.

We are Curious

  • We strive to understand first by listening intentionally.
  • We connect the dots and get to the why.
  • We see diversity of perspective as a source of learning.
  • We seek ways to work together.

We are a Trusted Partner

  • We do the right thing.
  • We proactively solve challenges.
  • We respond quickly and with kindness.
  • We deliver excellence reliably.

We seek Continuous Improvement

  • We invest in ourselves and in others.
  • We are thoughtfully inclusive and embrace diversity.
  • We are resilient.
  • We seek life balance and celebrate together.

 

If you are interested in applying please click below or send your resume to mycareer@advancementresources.org.

 

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Advancement Resources fully affirms persons of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, and other protected classes and strives for inclusivity. Advancement Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

DiffStrat Companies, Inc. is a parent company for Advancement Resources.