Executive Assistant

Grand Rapids Community Foundation - Grand Rapids, MI; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused organization is seeking an Executive Assistant to provide comprehensive support to the President and CEO. The role involves coordinating administrative activities, liaising with the Board of Trustees, and fostering collaboration within a diverse environment. Candidates should exhibit strong judgement, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills. This position is a great opportunity for those committed to working in a mission-driven and community-oriented setting.

Qualifications

• Ability to adapt and thrive in a collaborative environment.
• Experience working with diverse cultural and social backgrounds.
• Strong multitasking skills to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level support to the President and CEO.
• Coordinate administrative activities of the Office of the President.
• Liaise with the Board of Trustees and community partners.

Skills

Proactive mindset

Strong judgement

Exceptional attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Cultural awareness

Job description

The Executive Assistant provides high-level, comprehensive support to the Community Foundation’s President and CEO. They will work closely with the President and CEO on all Community Foundation activities, including serving as a liaison to the Board of Trustees, Senior Leadership Team, community partners, volunteers and donor partners. The Executive Assistant is responsible for the coordination and efficient operation of the Office of the President administrative activities.

The Executive Assistant must be pro‑active, creative and thrive working in a collaborative environment that is mission‑driven, results‑driven and community oriented. They will have a demonstrated ability to be flexible and adaptive while exercising strong judgement and exceptional attention to detail, all while multitasking to meet deadlines.

The Executive Assistant will have an extraordinary understanding and commitment to the Community Foundation’s mission and North Star along with experience collaborating effectively with persons from various cultural, social and ethnic backgrounds. They will have a demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative setting, effectively communicate around sensitive issues, a highly developed cultural awareness and the ability to be an active listener.