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Executive Assistant

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Oakland, CA, USA
Full-time

The Executive Assistant (EA) provides the primary support to the President & CEO, facilitating the administrative and programmatic functions within Habitat for Humanity East Bay/Silicon Valley. The EA will also be responsible for general support in operations, facilities and information technology management.

Areas of Responsibility: 

President & CEO

  • Manage files; create appropriate filing system and maintain
  • Manage incoming and outgoing correspondence
  • Coordinate meeting logistics for all-staff meetings and retreats
  • Manage meeting and travel schedule
  • Assist in the strategic planning process including the planning retreat, document preparation and other logistic tasks as assigned
  • Governance Board Coordination
  • Prepare orientation materials
  • Coordinate logistics for retreats and events
  • Coordinate Board meetings including packet preparation, meeting logistics, etc.
  • Attend meetings and take minutes, publish
  • Assist with other projects and tasks as assigned
  • Update/maintain meeting record book; create board action and policy cover sheet
  • Update Board and staff contact lists
  • Maintain/update Board portal
  • Support the Executive Committee by taking minutes at meetings, coordinate meeting logistics, etc

Fundraising Board Coordination

  • Prepare orientation materials
  • Coordinate business meetings including packet preparation, meeting logistics, etc.
  • Attend meetings and take minutes, publish
  • Maintain/update Foundation Board portal

Information Technology (IT), Communications & Office Equipment

  • Administer contracts and monitor and manage performance of IT support and copiers
  • Coordinate and implement the IT plan.
  • Manage equipment ordering, allocation and removal.
  • Administer contracts & performance of all office equipment vendors
  • Troubleshoot IT issues and ensure proper communication and implementation of IT changes
  • Office Facility Management
  • Manage facility needs at both office locations and provide support to facility needs at ReStore locations
  • Manage and maintain supplies at office facilities, and other locations as necessary
  • Notify building owners of problems with facilities, ensure timely correction & notification to all internal parties
  • Secure overflow meeting space as necessary
  • Manage and monitor performance of maintenance & janitorial staffs
  • Prepare workspace for new employees, computer, account set-up, etc.

General Administrative

  • Maintain general voicemail system and answer incoming calls and disseminate relevant information
  • Collect and disburse mail
  • Manage and administer the vehicle auto & truck fleet including leases, license and registration renewals.
  • Manage transition to fully outsource fleet management
  • Prepare annual application for organizational insurance
  • Administer insurance policies as needed to onboard / remove assets from policies
  • Assist with maintenance of organizational policies
  • Assist DHRO with trainings and AmeriCorps related activities
Educational Background: 
BA or equivalent
Skills/Experience: 
  • Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in executive administrative work
  • In-depth knowledge of MS Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other software programs
  • Detail oriented skills required; must be a highly organized professional
  • Ability to multitask and collaborate with multiple people simultaneously
  • Excellent communication skills required, both verbal and written
  • Experience with and commitment to a mission-based nonprofit
  • HEBSV mission driven values, community oriented, and comfortable working in a fast paced environment, task oriented

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Commitment to the Habitat mission
  • Demonstrated ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to self-manage stress
  • Organized, methodical, detail-oriented, and analytical
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills

Responsibility and Decision-Making Authority:

  • Must be able to work independently as well as on a team.
  • Working Environment/Minimum Physical Requirements:
  • This position requires travel to two primary offices (Oakland and Milpitas) with periodic travel to event sites. Must attend early and evening meetings. Some weekend work required.

Organization Info

Habitat for Humanity International

Overview
Headquarters: 
Americus, GA, United States
Annual Budget : 
$100-500M
Founded: 
1987
About Us
Mission: 

Habitat for Humanity believes that every man, woman and child should have a decent, safe and affordable place to live. We build and repair houses all over the world using volunteer labor and donations. Our partner families purchase these houses through no-profit, no-interest mortgage loans or innovative financing methods. As a nonprofit, ecumenical Christian ministry that builds with people in need regardless of race or religion, we welcome volunteers and supporters from all backgrounds.

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Mar 27 2019
Active Until: 
Apr 27 2019
Hiring Organization: 
Habitat for Humanity International
industry: 
Nonprofit