Financial Assistance Coordinator

NJV School Management Board is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Financial Assistance Coordinator to manage the entire financial aid process for NJV students. The successful candidate will oversee applications from initial intake and verification through to award disbursement and renewal. This role requires providing clear and timely guidance to students and their families regarding available financial support while maintaining accurate and confidential records. Close collaboration with academic and finance departments is essential to ensure that financial assistance aligns with enrollment and billing cycles.

Key Responsibilities
- Manage the full financial assistance application process, including intake, verification, processing, and renewal of awards.
- Serve as a liaison between students and scholarship or financial assistance programs to facilitate access to eligible funding.
- Maintain accurate, confidential records of recipients, award amounts, and renewal statuses.
- Provide clear guidance and support to students and families about financial aid options and scholarship opportunities.
- Monitor the utilization of financial assistance funds against the approved budget and prepare regular reports for management review.
- Ensure compliance with all donor and funder reporting requirements related to financial assistance programs.
- Coordinate closely with academic and finance departments to align financial aid decisions with enrollment and billing timelines.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the Reporting Manager.

Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Social Sciences, or a related field.
- Two to three years of relevant experience in financial aid administration, case management, student support, or a similar area.

Key Skills and Competencies
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
- Understanding of confidentiality protocols and need-based financial assessment processes.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact sensitively and clearly with students and families.
- Basic skills in budget monitoring and financial reporting.

Performance Indicators
- Efficiency measured by average turnaround time for processing applications.
- Accuracy and completeness of financial assistance records maintained.
- Number of students supported each term through financial aid.
- Renewal and retention rates of financial assistance recipients.

Work Location
This position requires in-person attendance at the NJV School Management Board office.

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students’ educational journeys by ensuring they receive the financial support they need. The ideal candidate will be organized, empathetic, and proactive in managing financial assistance programs within a collaborative educational environment.