As the largest funder of health and human services in the region, United Way of Eastern Maine is engaging more people, raising awareness, and activating our cross-sector network of partners to respond to long-standing issues in new and innovative ways through the recent launch of our Opportunity 2028 Initiative. Despite concerted efforts over the past several decades to address health, income and education needs, it has become increasingly evident that the magnitude and complexity of these challenges exceeds the capacity of any one sector to resolve alone UWEM is uniquely positioned to leverage relationships and resources to address the priority issues of Basic Needs, Substance Use Disorder and Early Childhood Development. We strive to become a replicable model for moving the needle on community issues in large, diverse rural communities. If this is exciting to you we invite you to apply for our Administrative Assistant position and assist us in creating long-term, sustainable change together!
United Way of Eastern Maine is seeking a highly motivated professional to provide primary administrative support for the organization. This individual is assigned a variety of duties that further the mission and support daily operations while demonstrating initiative, independent thinking and judgment.
- Responsibilities include answering phones, reception, coordinating internal office functions, maintaining calendars, scheduling meetings and meeting support, data entry, executing mailings and email communications, purchasing supplies, providing excellent customer service, and handling other tasks to ensure efficient team functioning and maximum support for all team members.
- This position requires strong computer skills, the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
- A focus on creativity, team work and problem-solving is expected to support the creation and implementation of plans to help UWEM be successful in achieving its mission.
- A successful Administrative Assistant will demonstrate flexibility, a strong team orientation and a commitment to efficiency, innovation and continuous improvement.