The Organization
Are you an administrative professional seeking to work for a mission driven organization that supports a commitment to improving lives in the Western Mass community? The Community Foundation is looking for a roll-up-your-sleeves, can-do professional to support the work of our Philanthropic Services division on a part-time basis.
Our client is a local, well respected non profit organization focused on the betterment of the communities we live, work and raise our families in.
Everything we do begins with local generosity: People in our region who want to give back to their communities in Franklin, Hampden, and Hampshire counties. When our donors give to us, they know that their gifts will be invested, stewarded, and shared to support people where they need it most.
As your community foundation, we’re passionate about serving by bringing together resources, expertise, and devoted regional partners to tackle complex and complicated issues. We’re deeply devoted to seeking solutions, building connections, and collaborating to have effective and positive impact where we live.
What does a “better place to live for all” mean to us, anyway? We believe it’s a place where every person has access, opportunity, and a satisfying quality of life. We believe it’s a place where diversity is embraced and all are included. We believe it’s a place where the meaning of “philanthropy”—love of people—drives us all to join together in making our region a great place to live.
Position Overview
Are you an administrative professional seeking to work for a mission driven organization that supports a commitment to improving lives in the Western Mass community? The Community Foundation is looking for a roll-up-your-sleeves, can-do professional to support the work of our Philanthropic Services division on a part-time basis.
In this role, you’ll work primarily with the Vice President helping with calendaring, correspondence, and follow-up with colleagues within the Foundation, as well as donors, contractors and others, and provide some support to the division’s team of 7. This position is critical to the Vice President’s work, and thus the division’s work. At times, the work will demand a quick turnaround. Other times you’ll help with longer-term projects. Most importantly, this position requires a quick learner with an eye for detail, who is organized and collegial. Because you’ll be talking with a variety of people each day – from donor to nonprofit leader, to colleague – you’ll need strong interpersonal skills.
Requirements
Education: College degree or the equivalent experience.
Experience: Some prior related work experience.
Skills: Highly organized and ability to handle variety of tasks simultaneously. Systems thinker, ability to work under pressure, strong interpersonal skills including comfort speaking with and working with donors.·Superior customer relations skills. Positive, team-oriented and problem-solving disposition. Active learne, eager to build new friendshipos, strong computer skills including familiarity with Microsoft Office products, particularly Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint and strong written communication skills.
Development experience a plus.
How To Apply
If this position sounds like the right fit for you, please submit your cover letter and resume to search firm United Personnel at search1@unitedpersonnel.com. This position will be filled as soon as possible, and applications will be considered on a rolling basis until an offer is accepted. EOE.