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About NYRR

New York Road Runners (NYRR) was founded in 1958 when a small group of passionate runners vowed to bring running to the people, and has grown from a local running club into the world’s premier community running organization. NYRR’s mission is to help and inspire through running, aiming to empower people of all ages and abilities to improve their health and well-being through the power of running and fitness.

NYRR’s year-round offerings of races, community events, programs, and training resources provide hundreds of thousands of people with the motivation, know-how, and opportunities to start running and keep running for life. NYRR’s premier event, the famed TCS New York City Marathon, attracts the world’s top professional runners and committed amateurs alike, while also raising millions of dollars annually for charity and driving economic impact for New York City. NYRR is equally committed to the runners of tomorrow, passionately providing youth fitness programs that educate and inspire children in underserved communities in New York City, nationwide, and around the world.

Headquartered in New York City, NYRR is a 501(c)(3) organization. To learn more, please visit www.nyrr.org .

At New York Road Runners, we are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace by finding the best candidate for the job. We understand that skills come from a variety of different backgrounds. Checking off every single requirement on our job description is not necessary to apply. If you think you are a good fit and have a passion for the work we do, please submit your application. We are eager to learn about your experience and skills! You may be the right candidate for this or other open positions.

New York Road Runners is an Equal Opportunity Employer

About the Department

The Strategic Partnerships & Runner Products Department consists of the Strategic Partnerships team, the Runner Products and Services team, and Professional Athlete Group.

The Strategic Partnerships team is responsible for developing revenue-generating partnerships from corporate and community-based organizations and managing those relationships. Partnerships vary from year-round engagement to specific races and events. They work closely with all of NYRR’s departments to develop programs that maximize revenue opportunities and ensure NYRR‘s partners’ objectives are being met. Our Licensing & Merchandising provides merchandising services, including staff clothing, weekly race premiums, and premiums for programs.

The Runner Products and Services team supports the training, racing and community experience of our runners ⁠—throug h classes, seminars, and customized training programs, and tailored customer service. The Runner Services team is the information source for our runners, serving for a conduit of information and an advocate for NYRR's runner-first philosophy both online and at the NYRR RUNCENTER. Our NYRR RUNCENTER also offers programming and serves as a hub of resources for our runners year-round. NYRR’s Charity Programs include more than 500 Official Charity Partners whose runners raise over $40 million annually. NYRR’s ITO Program operates in 100+ countries, and across six continents, and brings more than 15,000 international runners across the finish line at the TCS NYC Marathon.

The Professional Athlete group (PAG) develops and oversees programming related to the participation of professional and elite athletes, including wheelchair athletes, in NYRR events and initiatives, working closely with athletes, agents, coaches and federations while developing and implementing the recruiting strategy for professional athletes to compete in NYRR events.

About the Position

The Charity Program Coordinator will support the Charity Program Team in managing relationships with Official Charity Partners and planning and executing Charity Partner activations surrounding premier New York Road Runners events, including the TCS New York City Marathon and United Airlines NYC Half.

Job Responsibilities (primary and secondary duties):

+ Support contracting and invoicing of Charity Partners, including creating, sending, tracking, and updating Sales Force database

+ Support account set-up and maintenance in NYRR registration system

+ Assist with planning and provide event support at special events surrounding the TCS New York City Marathon

+ Provide customer service support to charity partners and runners through email, phone, and in-person at events

+ Support development of program materials such as user guides and newsletters

+ Provide general program support as needed

Job Requirements:

Experience:

+ 1-2 years of relevant work experience

+ Experience working at or with non-profits a plus

Skills and Attributes:

+ Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook)

+ Strong attention to detail

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills

+ Experience with Salesforce and/or NetSuite preferred

+ Ability to interact in a professional and friendly way with diverse groups

Other Requirements:

+ Able to work a flexible schedule including weekends and extended hours if needed

+ All staff are required to work the NYC Half Marathon, Brooklyn Half Marathon, and the TCS NYC Marathon.

Salary: 55K

NYRR requires all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 unless approved for a medical or religious exemption.