UNPAID VOLUNTEER - Principal / Senior / Legal Advisors / Assistants (US-based) Blockchain & Climate Institute/ BCI America Inc.UNPAID VOLUNTEER - Principal / Senior / Legal Advisors / Assistants (US-based)Philadelphia, PAYou will hone or learn new skills including research, presentation, writing, professional etiquette, You will gain meaningful experience that enhances both your professional skills and sense of purpose; You will advance and boost your professional career by helping you to make professional connections and giving you real-world experience at the intersection between climate and emerging technologies; and. Strong analytical and research skills including critical thinking, organizational and problem-solving skills; Effective interpersonal and communication skills; Ability to work well within a team and individually; Seeking a complementary range of specialisms (charity, commercial, corporate, contract, employment, litigation, and others).
UNPAID VOLUNTEER - Director of Programmes (DPG) Blockchain & Climate Institute/ BCI America Inc.UNPAID VOLUNTEER - Director of Programmes (DPG)Philadelphia, PAResponsibilities: To develop programme strategy, implementation and evaluation plan in alignment with BCI’s overall strategy; To coordinate projects with a diverse global team, including officers from research divisions, communications and capacity-building divisions; To engage and build relationships with relevant stakeholders to achieve synergy; To foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment, promote effective communication, knowledge sharing and critical reflection among teams; To identify key milestones and facilitate reflection and collective learning with diverse divisions and project partners; To work closely with senior management to foresee and tackle potential risks and develop mitigation strategies; To resolve potential conflicts and issues that arise during project implementation and foster a solution-based approach; To develop a programme team for overall programme execution and monitoring; and . We are looking for a passionate volunteer Director of Programmes (DPG) who takes a strategic approach to their work, builds professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and orchestrates diverse divisions to effectively and successfully implement a wide array of exciting and impactful projects.
Hospice Volunteer Coordinator-PRN Patient Care Hospice UnitedHealth Group IncHospice Volunteer Coordinator-PRN Patient Care HospiceWayne, PA$17.15–$25.75 / hourThe fraudulent LinkedIn messages and emails, which do not originate from any Executives LinkedIn account or of UnitedHealth Group's email domains, or those of any of its operating divisions, supposedly conducts an interview via a Zoom meeting, offers a work from home job at Optum, emails an application, sends a fake check by next day delivery through USPS and asks recipients to pay a vendor a large dollar amount. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve.
Volunteer - Willingboro, NJ CompassusVolunteer - Willingboro, NJWillingboro, New JerseyPatient Care Volunteers: Visit patients and families as outlined in the Plan of Care, offering companionship, caregiver relief, errands, and other supportive tasks. These roles are unpaid positions that provide meaningful opportunities to make a difference through companionship, bereavement support, administrative assistance, and end-of-life presence.
Volunteer - Newtown Square, PA CompassusVolunteer - Newtown Square, PANewtown Square, PennsylvaniaPatient Care Volunteers: Visit patients and families as outlined in the Plan of Care, offering companionship, caregiver relief, errands, and other supportive tasks. These roles are unpaid positions that provide meaningful opportunities to make a difference through companionship, bereavement support, administrative assistance, and end-of-life presence.
Volunteer - Fort Washington, PA CompassusVolunteer - Fort Washington, PAFort Washington, PennsylvaniaPatient Care Volunteers: Visit patients and families as outlined in the Plan of Care, offering companionship, caregiver relief, errands, and other supportive tasks. These roles are unpaid positions that provide meaningful opportunities to make a difference through companionship, bereavement support, administrative assistance, and end-of-life presence.
Catalyst Volunteer - Penn State (Brandywine Campus) Coalition For Christian OutreachCatalyst Volunteer - Penn State (Brandywine Campus)Media, PAA Catalyst builds or sustains CCO ministry on a particular campus at a volunteer level, gaining or sustaining campus access for CCO, building awareness or CCO and collaboration with local churches, and engages CCO's Campus Ministry Strategy with students in collaboration with CCO Area Leadership and the Department of Strategic Partnerships. CCO Volunteers assist in developing deep collaboration between church/community members and students that promotes strong biblical discipleship, life long commitment to the Church, and the flourishing of Christ's kingdom in their local context and all areas of life.
Volunteer and Community Partnership Coordinator Acenda HealthVolunteer and Community Partnership CoordinatorGlassboro, New JerseyFamily Success Centers are community-based, family-centered neighborhood gathering places where community residents go for family support, interactive workshops, activities, and groups. They are places where residents and volunteers share their time and talent to build community capacity and enrich the lives of community members, and make families and neighborhoods stronger.
PHENND Fellows: Campus Organization & Volunteer Coordinator AmeriCorpsPHENND Fellows: Campus Organization & Volunteer CoordinatorPhiladelphia, PAThe VISTA will lead a supportive and intentional roll out of this guide to the existing PGP Campus Organizations and Leadership Groups and build the volunteer pool at additional universities. Through these three project areas the VISTA will learn or strengthen public speaking community organizing and project planning skills.
Volunteer and Community Partnership Coordinator AcendaVolunteer and Community Partnership CoordinatorGlassboro, New JerseyFamily Success Centers are community-based, family-centered neighborhood gathering places where community residents go for family support, interactive workshops, activities, and groups. They are places where residents and volunteers share their time and talent to build community capacity and enrich the lives of community members, and make families and neighborhoods stronger.
Hospice Volunteer Companion Vitality HospiceHospice Volunteer CompanionBurlington, NJThis role offers a unique opportunity to connect with people from all walks of life, deepening your own emotional and spiritual perspective while serving as a vital member of our care team. Shared Activities: Connect through hobbies such as reading, watching movies, playing cards, discussing life stories, or listening to music.
Hospice Patient Companion (Volunteer) Vitality HospiceHospice Patient Companion (Volunteer)Philadelphia, PAThis role offers a unique opportunity to connect with people from all walks of life, deepening your own emotional and spiritual perspective while serving as a vital member of our care team. Shared Activities: Connect through hobbies such as reading, watching movies, playing cards, discussing life stories, or listening to music.
Research Assistant-Psychology Temple UniversityResearch Assistant-PsychologyPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania$32,000–$41,000Research in the Social Developmental Neuroscience Lab focuses on the neural mechanisms that shape social cognition, or increase risk for and expression of deficits in social competence linked to psychopathology (http://www.sdnlaboratory.com/). Additional responsibilities include supporting regulatory compliance (e.g., IRB documentation related to recruitment), assisting with study operations, coordinating with research staff and volunteer research assistants involved in recruitment activities, and performing other duties as assigned.
Clinical Research Coordinator A/B (Epidemiology Division) University of PennsylvaniaClinical Research Coordinator A/B (Epidemiology Division)Philadelphia, PAEffective problem-solving abilities; effective communication and writing skills; strong organizational and time management skills; flexible, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously; strong attention to detail; demonstrated ability to work as part of a team, as well as independently; knowledge of human research protection regulations; highly reliable. Clinical Research Coordinator B: In addition to the above, the CRC-B will establish workflows and methods to operationalize protocols, regularly prepare, draft, and submit regulatory correspondences, and mentor/train less experienced research staff in the completion of their duties, when required.
Clinical Research Coord II Main Line Health SystemClinical Research Coord IIWynnewood, PA$50,793.60–$78,707.20 / yearDaily tasks are conducted on site at the Main Line Health Hospitals and may include the oversight and coordination of a variety of clinical studies, executing study procedures as outlined by the study protocol (and related documents). Just as each of our patients requires a personalized care plan, each of our employees, physicians, and volunteers, bring distinctive talents to Main Line Health.
Operations Research Analyst U.S. Department of DefenseOperations Research AnalystPA$106,437–$138,370 / yearAlternatively, If you are a current military member in active duty service and do not have a copy of your DD Form-214, you must submit a written documentation (certification) from your branch of service certifying that you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions no later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted with your application for this position. Basic Education Requirement: A Bachelors Degree or higher in operations research; OR at least 24 semester hours in a combination of operations research, mathematics, probability, statistics, mathematical logic, science, or subject-matter courses requiring substantial competence in college-level mathematics or statistics.
Global Head of Index Research & Development Nasdaq IncGlobal Head of Index Research & DevelopmentPhiladelphia, PA$172,000–$335,000 / yearThe Head of Index Research & Development will be responsible for leading the creation of timely, germane research content that exhibits Nasdaq's position as a thought leader in rules-based investing, as well as the development of new indexes that will be benchmarks for various investment vehicles, including but not limited to, Exchange Traded Products (ETPs), Structured Products, and Annuities. This will entail managing the prioritization and execution of the research and product pipelines, ensuring effective collaboration with internal partners across sales and operations, and representing Nasdaq's index business at high-level client meetings and with internal leadership.
Social Science Research Analyst US Department of Health and Human ServicesSocial Science Research AnalystPhiladelphia, PA$62,729–$133,142 / yearIn order to qualify for the GS-09, you must meet the following: You must demonstrate in your resume at least one year (52 weeks) of qualifying specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 grade level in the Federal government, obtained in either the private or public sector, to include: 1) Assisting in conducting analytical studies, research projects, or data studies for a national-level healthcare program; 2) Using qualitative and quantitative methods to assist in analyzing healthcare data to support program implementation, monitoring, and compliance; AND 3) Preparing research documents (i.e. research reports, data summaries, or implementation guidelines) to inform stakeholders on program initiatives. In order to qualify for the GS-11, you must meet the following: You must demonstrate in your resume at least one year (52 weeks) of qualifying specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 grade level in the Federal government, obtained in either the private or public sector, to include: 1) Conducting analytical studies, research projects, or data studies for a national-level healthcare program; 2) Using qualitative and quantitative methods to analyze healthcare data to support program implementation, monitoring, and compliance; AND 3) Preparing research documents (i.e. research reports, data summaries, or implementation guidelines) to inform stakeholders on program initiatives.
Clinical Research Nurse I Main Line Health SystemClinical Research Nurse IBryn Mawr, PA$77,958.40–$120,806.40 / yearThe Clinical Research Nurse I coordinates procedures, tests and follow-up visits according to the protocol, provides education to research subjects and staff regarding the investigational study, and promotes patient safety for all research related activities working collaboratively with the physician investigators and a multi-disciplinary team. Daily tasks may include performing basic nursing skills, study coordination with a central focus on managing subject recruitment and enrollment, consistency of study implementation, data management and integrity, and compliance with regulatory requirements and reporting.
Research Account Manager RELX Group plcResearch Account ManagerPhiladelphia, PA$65,600–$109,200 / yearIf performed in New York, the base pay range is $72,100 - $120,200, the total target cash range is $111,000 - $185,000.If performed in New York City, the base pay range is $78,700 - $131,100, the total target cash range is $121,100 - $201,900.If performed in Rochester, NY, the base pay range is $65,600 - $109,200, the total target cash range is $100,900 - $168,200.Pay mix between base and variable pay varies based on sales role; please discuss with the recruiter. We support the creation, discovery, and advancement of knowledge by turning scientific discoveries into peer-reviewed insights, hosting the world's richest corpus of knowledge, enabling users to unlock insights from content, and measuring the quality and impact of research-ultimately turning insights into outcomes.
Research Associate, Cell Culture Process Development Teva Pharmaceutical Industries LtdResearch Associate, Cell Culture Process DevelopmentWest Chester, PAAdditional benefits include, but are not limited to, Employee Assistance Program, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Tuition Assistance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Life Style Spending Account, Volunteer Time Off, Paid Parental Leave, if eligible , Family Building Benefits, Virtual Physical Therapy, Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurances, Identity Theft Protection, Legal Plan, Voluntary Life Insurance and Long Term Disability and more. The Cell Culture Process Development group within Biologics CMC is responsible for end-to-end upstream drug substance development across the biologics portfolio, supporting molecules from early development through commercialization and lifecycle management.
Senior Director, Market Strategy & Research Financial Industry Regulatory Authority IncSenior Director, Market Strategy & ResearchPAFINRA employees are required to disclose to FINRA all brokerage accounts that they maintain, and those in which they control trading or have a financial interest (including any trust account of which they are a trustee or beneficiary and all accounts of a spouse, domestic partner or minor child who lives with the employee) and to authorize their broker-dealers to provide FINRA with duplicate statements for all of those accounts. Additional insurance includes basic life, accidental death and dismemberment, supplemental life, spouse/domestic partner and dependent life, and spouse/domestic partner and dependent accidental death and dismemberment, short- and long-term disability, long-term care, business travel accident, disability and legal.
Associate Principal Analyst, Market Strategy & Research Financial Industry Regulatory Authority IncAssociate Principal Analyst, Market Strategy & ResearchPAFINRA employees are required to disclose to FINRA all brokerage accounts that they maintain, and those in which they control trading or have a financial interest (including any trust account of which they are a trustee or beneficiary and all accounts of a spouse, domestic partner or minor child who lives with the employee) and to authorize their broker-dealers to provide FINRA with duplicate statements for all of those accounts. Employees may only maintain securities accounts that must be disclosed to FINRA at one or more securities firms that provide an electronic feed (e-feed) of data to FINRA, and must move securities accounts from other securities firms to a firm that provides an e-feed within three months of beginning employment.
Program Manager Medical Research- Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic Trinity HealthProgram Manager Medical Research- Trinity Health Mid-AtlanticLanghorne, PASt. Mary Medical Center is a beautiful 53-acre state-of-the-art facility comprised of more than 700 physicians, nearly 3,000 colleagues, and 1,100 volunteers committed to providing quality care delivered with compassion and respect. Mary attracts top doctors, introduces cutting-edge technologies and implements advanced procedures to meet the healthcare needs of the people it serves, including the nearly 630,000 residents of Bucks County.
Senior Associate, Portfolio Management Group - Quantitative Research and Strategy Hamilton Lane AdvisorsSenior Associate, Portfolio Management Group - Quantitative Research and StrategyConshohocken, PennsylvaniaWe currently employ approximately 800 professionals operating in offices throughout North America, Europe, Asia Pacific and the Middle East, and have $1.0 trillion in assets under management and supervision, composed of $146.1 billion in discretionary assets and $871.5 billion in non-discretionary assets, as of December 31, 2025. The Portfolio Management Group oversees discretionary portfolios from initial proposals to portfolio construction and eventual winddown, sitting at the crossroads of sales, investments, and operations to help ensure thoughtful portfolio development and execution.
Supervisor, Research Nurse Christiana Care Health SystemSupervisor, Research NurseWilmington, DE$38.22–$61.16 / hourChristianaCare includes an extensive network of outpatient services, home health care, urgent care centers, three hospitals (1,299 beds), a free-standing emergency department, a Level I trauma center and a Level III neonatal intensive care unit, a comprehensive stroke center and regional centers of excellence in heart and vascular care, cancer care, and women's health. Incredible Work/Life benefits including annual membership to care.com, access to backup care services for dependents through Care@Work, retirement planning services, financial coaching, fitness and wellness reimbursement, and great discounts through several vendors for hotels, rental cars, theme parks, shows, sporting events, movie tickets and much more!
Operations Coordinator Department of the Treasury, USOperations CoordinatorPhiladelphia, PA$61,722–$94,563 / yearFOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. To qualify for this position of Operations Coordinator you must meet the qualification requirements listed below by the closing of this announcement: For GS-09: Specialized Experience: Your resume must detail at least one year of specialized experience which includes: Providing and coordinating a variety of complex legal support and administrative duties, using database systems and file management, and providing technical advice and guidance to a team of support staff.
Safe Harbor Staff Facilitator (Casual) Jefferson Abington Thomas Jefferson UniversitySafe Harbor Staff Facilitator (Casual) Jefferson AbingtonMontgomery County, PAUnder the direction of the Ambulatory Nurse Manager with operational oversight by the Safe Harbor Program Coordinator, the Safe Harbor Staff Facilitator primary functions include but are not limited to planning and leading session activities/themes, conference with parents/guardians as necessary, supporting volunteers in their roles, and overseeing the successful operation of the program. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research.
Administrative Coordinator for Classes and Reunion Team University of PennsylvaniaAdministrative Coordinator for Classes and Reunion TeamPhiladelphia, PA$21.52–$23.39 / hourPartner with Student & Young Alumni leadership and the Assistant Director of Student Philanthropy to develop annual plans, leadership and event management frameworks, and budget training for Philanthropy Ambassadors; lead weekly meetings with student leaders; and support planning and execution of Penn It Forward Week and new Penn Traditions programs. Liaise with vendors, DAR partners, and campus partners to improve registration processes, data collection, and vendor contracts; manage Classes and Reunions and AlumniQ technology; provide benchmarking for registration-based events; and serve as lead customer service manager for alumni regarding registration processes and signature event information.
Vice President, Private Wealth Product Marketing Hamilton Lane AdvisorsVice President, Private Wealth Product MarketingConshohocken, PennsylvaniaAdditionally, you will build, communicate, track and measure the product marketing framework, plans and practices and work closely with Marketing colleagues to develop, refine and implement effective product marketing strategy, positioning, messaging materials, sales tools, and marketing communications across all channels. We currently employ approximately 800 professionals operating in offices throughout North America, Europe, Asia Pacific and the Middle East, and have $1.0 trillion in assets under management and supervision, composed of $146.1 billion in discretionary assets and $871.5 billion in non-discretionary assets, as of December 31, 2025.
Program Coordinator, Strategic Philanthropy and Partnerships University of PennsylvaniaProgram Coordinator, Strategic Philanthropy and PartnershipsPhiladelphia, PA$24.21–$32 / hourp>The Program Coordinator supports the Strategic Partnerships and Parent and Family Giving units within Development and Alumni Relations (DAR), providing critical operational, administrative, and project management support to advance enterprise-level partnership initiatives and parent engagement and philanthropy efforts. Working closely with the Senior Associate Vice President (SAVP) and unit Directors, the Coordinator plays a key role in managing the day-to-day activities that enable the identification, cultivation, and stewardship of high-value, cross-school partnerships and meaningful engagement with parent and family donors.
Onboarding Coordinator Softerware, Inc.Onboarding CoordinatorFort Washington, PARemote$55,000–$65,000 / yearDrive onboarding progress by communicating updates, facilitating kickoff and status meetings, and ensuring alignment to meet key targets such as time-to-launch and client satisfaction Evaluate and continuously improve onboarding processes, documentation, workflows, and templates by incorporating client feedback and internal insights to enhance efficiency, scalability, and overall client experience. Education and Experience: 2+ years of customer service experience Experience working with relational databases Familiarity with the needs and challenges of non-profit organizations is desirable Experience with managing multiple projects simultaneously.
Miller Center Box Office and House Coordinator Reading Area Community CollegeMiller Center Box Office and House CoordinatorWilmington, DESummary: The Miller Center Box Office and House Coordinator will run the box office by processing ticket sales, customer service, building events in ticketing system and show maintenance, keeps the Miller Center database updated, social media management, take photos during events that are approved, assist Miller Center Production Coordinator in operation of college events, and assist Miller Center House Manager and Production Manager as needed. Manage Social Media accounts by coordinating posts, creating new campaign ideas along with General Manager, research targeting, answering direct messages, take photos, and interacting with followers.
Doctor of Midwifery Program Coordinator, Midwifery & Women’s Health Programs, Thomas Jefferson University, Center City Campus Thomas Jefferson UniversityDoctor of Midwifery Program Coordinator, Midwifery & Women’s Health Programs, Thomas Jefferson University, Center City CampusPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania3464 School House Lane, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of AmericaNationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. The Doctor of Midwifery Program Coordinator is a core faculty member of the TJU Midwifery program and plays a central role in supporting Thomas Jefferson University’s Doctor of Midwifery degree program by managing the administrative, academic, operational, and student-facing functions of the doctoral program.
.Net Developer (AI integration) Cencora Inc.Net Developer (AI integration)Conshohocken, PAThis role focuses on delivering secure, scalable, cloud-native solutions using .NET and contemporary front-end frameworks, with exposure to integrating AI and GenAI capabilities (e.g., LLM-powered features, search, summarization, and workflow automation) into business applications. Under the general direction of the Director, AI Platforms and Solutions Delivery, the Full-Stack .NET Developer will help advance Cencora's digital transformation by designing, building, and operating modern web applications and services on the Microsoft stack.
General Attorney Tax - Special Counsel Criminal Tax Department of the Treasury, USGeneral Attorney Tax - Special Counsel Criminal TaxPhiladelphia, PA$147,945–$197,200 / yearAs a General Attorney (Tax) - Special Counsel (Criminal Tax), you will: Act as a legal tax consultant and privileged communication and "taint" review team leader and subject matter expert to the Division Counsel and Deputy Division Counsel-Criminal Tax (CT), with responsibility for personally handling, and performing technical review of some of the office's most complex, important, or novel assignments, particularly those with broad, or potentially controversial ramifications especially in the area of protected "privileged" communications. Professional Legal Tax Experience is definedas: Prosecuting or defending a criminal tax, financial crimes, civil forfeiture, or money laundering/Bank Secrecy Act violation case before a federal or state jury; OR Engaging in motion practice related to the Federal Rules of Evidence or the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure; OR Drafting and providing legal advice related to search warrant applications, undercover operations, or criminal tax provisions of the Internal Revenue Code.
Unit Coordinator - NICU Penn MedicineUnit Coordinator - NICUWest Chester, PAPenn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Demonstrates pleasant, professional communication skills when speaking with patients, visitors, nursing staff, physicians, volunteers and personnel from other departments.
Unit Coordinator - MedSurg Tele Penn MedicineUnit Coordinator - MedSurg TeleWest Chester, PAUses the Soarian Financial Application to enter Admissions, Transfers, Discharges, Service Updates, status updates (outpatient to observation status for example), Patient Location management, and other ADT functions as needed and in a timely manner. Education Specialization: Equivalent Experience: •And 0-1 years Training and/or experience at an acute care facility or student nurse with hospital based clinical experience •0-1 years Previous secretarial skills or healthcare experience.
Breast Care Program Coordinator Main Line Health SystemBreast Care Program CoordinatorWynnewood, PA$39.53–$60.49 / hourThe Breast Care Program Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the clinical care of patients in the breast program; working closely with physicians, imaging staff and other members of the interdisciplinary team to promote a coordinated approach to care; depending on the situation, acting as the primary contact point for the patient in navigating the patient through the continuum of care; participating in program development, quality initiatives, and other activities affecting the overall operations of the beast program; serving as the patient advocate and liaison with inpatient and outpatient members of the treatment team. Serves as a patient advocate by:-Assisting patients in obtaining medical records from both internal and external facilities.-Assists patients in obtaining timely appointments for tests, surgery and follow up care.-Assists patients with transportation issues through collaboration with social worker and community organizations such as American Cancer Society.-Educates patients and family on breast diseases.-Provides lists of oncology resources to patients and family, including psychosocial and nutritional support, lymphedema, and CAM and helps to facilitate contacts.7.
NewAssistant Director, Annual Giving - Athletics University of PennsylvaniaAssistant Director, Annual Giving - AthleticsPhiladelphia, PA$55,962–$69,870 / yearAreas of focus include annual and major gift fundraising; planning and implementation of sport-specific events; development and execution of annual fund marketing and fundraising initiatives; preparation and distribution of sport-specific communications; and direct engagement with coaches, sports boards, and leadership donors to build meaningful relationships and philanthropic support. Collaboration with University Development StaffWork closely and in collaboration with Athletics Development staff, including but not limited to Director of Development, Assistant Director of Annual Giving, Assistant Director of Events, and other Athletics gift officers on individual prospects, special events and development of overall strategic plan for the department.