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Harlem Children's Zone

Breaks poverty cycle through on-the-ground programs

College Financing Coordinator

Community Outreach & ProgramsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeNew York, NY, USA$70k - $80k /yr

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree is required.
  • One to three or more years of experience in program coordination, providing college-related services, student services, and administrative support.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a customer-service mindset.
  • Advanced proficiency in Salesforce, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and data management tools.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
  • Commitment to the organization’s mission and passion for supporting college access and financial empowerment.
  • Project management skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to build and manage relationships with various stakeholders.
  • Ability to take initiative, manage competing priorities, work independently, and respond to feedback.
  • Strong understanding of historical and contemporary issues that impact economic mobility.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate administration of college financing programs, including scholarship and savings initiatives serving approximately 1,000 or more scholars annually.
  • Manage scholar communications and maintain accurate tracking of applications, awards, and inquiries using Salesforce, Microsoft Office Suite, and Google Workspace.
  • Support the planning and execution of 12–15 workshops and events per year, including financial literacy sessions, scholarship orientations, and parent engagement meetings.
  • Prepare and maintain detailed reports on scholar progress, participation rates, and program outcomes for leadership review.
  • Collaborate with departments to ensure timely follow-up with scholars and families, maintaining a 48-hour response turnaround for inquiries.
  • Assist with outreach to strengthen relationships with community partners and financial institutions.
  • Provide administrative and logistical support to the Director and Assistant Director, including scheduling, meeting coordination, and correspondence.
  • Monitor program data to identify trends and opportunities to improve scholar engagement and financial readiness.

Desired Qualifications

  • Coursework or experience in education, finance, case management, or social services is preferred.
  • Salesforce experience is strongly preferred.

About the Company

Harlem Children's Zone

Breaks poverty cycle through on-the-ground programs

Harlem Children’s Zone coordinates a place-based set of programs across early childhood through adulthood in Harlem to help children and families thrive. It operates directly through schools, community centers, and outreach to deliver education, career pathways, health and wellness, and family supports. Programs are integrated, meaning services at different stages coordinate for each family, rather than one-off initiatives. This approach distinguishes HCZ from peers by offering a wraparound, long-term support system in a single community, focusing on mobility and prosperity rather than only schooling. The goal is to break the cycle of intergenerational poverty by creating opportunities in education, work, and life for residents of Harlem.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
New York City, New York
Founded
1970

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