Executive Assistant

Company: National Equity Project
Location: Oakland
Posted on: February 22, 2021

Job Description:

OverviewThe National Equity Project Executive Assistant position is an opportunity for an experienced person to contribute to the efficiency and impact of the organization by providing support to executive team members and to fundraising and development efforts. This full-time role will primarily support the Executive Director in a wide variety of administrative, operational and organizational tasks.The OrganizationAt the National Equity Project, we believe that every child has the right to a quality education, and we support people to become the leaders who make good on that promise. Our mission is to transform the experiences, outcomes, and life options for children and families who have been historically underserved by our institutions and systems. We strive to build culture, conditions, and competencies for excellence and equity in districts, schools, classrooms, nonprofits, and communities. We work with leaders in different sectors, including schools, districts, foundations, government agencies and other nonprofit organizations.Key Facts.* Established 1995 (formerly known as the Bay Area Coalition for Equitable Schools)* Employees 28* Annual Budget $8M* Website https //www.nationalequityproject.org/ The PositionYou will be the steward of the Executive Director's time and responsibilities, so that she can focus more fully on driving strategy and impact.You will help build and maintain strong relationships with NEP's funders by supporting grant proposals and reports, managing grant reporting deadlines and improving NEP's grant reporting processes, tools and systems.You will contribute to and support internal, organizational initiatives that help nurture and evolve our organizational culture, by providing strong, proactive administrative and operational support.You will help NEP's Board of Trustees stay updated and engaged in our work by supporting Board meetings and communication, so that they may continue to fulfill its fiduciary responsibility and remain a strong thought partner and champion for our organization.You will cultivate, nurture and contribute to a team and organizational culture that prioritizes relationships amongst team members, enables collaboration and creates a sense of belonging.Your Time Allocation.* Executive Director Support 60%* Grant Tracking and Management 20%* Internal Initiatives Project Administration 10% * Individual & Organizational Learning 10%Your Team.* You will report to the Managing Director, Finance & Operations for day-to-day support. * You will work most closely with the Executive Director, Finance & Operations team and Communications team.Your Location.* San Francisco Bay Area preferred, but open to fully remoteRequirementsThis role is a fit if you...* Have a proven ability to effectively work and collaborate across differences, including race, gender and culture, and willingness to engage in honest conversations about challenging topics such as racism and systemic oppression* Have 5+ years experience effectively coordinating a variety of difficult, technical administrative functions, at a level requiring extensive independent decision-making within established rules, policies, and procedures, on behalf of an executive leader* Have experience or have strong interest in writing grant reports, responding to grant proposals and managing grants* Are an exceptional communicator, able to be authentic, succinct and clear in corresponding with different audiences* Are proficient with common office software programs including Microsoft Office, GSuite, Zoom and video conferencing, and a variety of web-based platformsBenefitsCompensation $70,000 - $80,000 annual salary + benefits (medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, voluntary short-term disability & life insurance)The National Equity Project is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We encourage people from historically underserved communities and groups to apply, and welcome your application even if you do not meet every one of the above requirements.

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