Executive Assistant To The Founder Jobs in Raleigh, NC

Job Description:

WHO We Are:
Self-Help started in 1980 with a focus on economic inequality especially in communities thathave faced systemic barriers in building wealth. At the core of what Self-Help does is a drive tocreate and protect ownership and economic opportunity. In other words, we're committed toeconomic justice! Economic Justice means that all communities have the basic infrastructurethey need to thrive, from high-quality schools to grocery stores selling fresh foods resourcesthat support opportunity at a neighborhood level regardless of demographics, income, orwealth. Since our founding, we've constantly sought to find new ways to pursue greatereconomic justice: from providing fair and affordable loans, to working with partners to demandthat lawmakers change unjust policies.

We are seeking an Executive Assistant to the CEO to join our Durham, NC team!

The Executive Assistant to the CEO provides executive level administrative support to the CEOand other senior leaders of the organization. The Executive Assistant role involves work of ahighly confidential nature where discretion is vital, use of good judgment in a variety ofsituations, and the ability to prioritize conflicting needs and priorities successfully.

WHAT You'll DO:

Complete a broad array of high-level administrative tasks for the CEO, Executive Team, andother team members including, but not limited to, such activities as:

Compiling and delivering timely and accurate Board Packets for monthly Board Meetings.

Ensure clear and timely communication with board members, receipt and
distribution of reports, efficient preparation for meetings, and timely and accuratefollow-up

Managing the calendar of the CEO

Coordinating travel and confirming travel logistics
Completing and tracking of expense reports
Conducting follow-up needed from events
Composing correspondence based on verbal direction and/or based on knowledgeof company policies or procedures
Reading and route incoming mail; file correspondence and other records; maintainelectronic as well as manual file systems
Responding to visitors or callers seeking access to the CEO or seeking
organizational information, ascertain the nature of the query and direct them to theappropriate person for response and/or provide information when able

Whenappropriate, schedule appointments as requested
Prioritizing and resolving conflicting needs, proactively identifying potential
solutions to anticipated conflicts and following through on all tasks to completionwith minimal direction and within the appropriate deadlines
Handling all matters with the highest level of confidentiality and discretion

Provide support for the development and coordination of all materials to be utilizedduring general meetings, board meeting, and special events

Arrange catering, video, and conferencing needs for general meetings, board
meetings, and special events

Record minutes of meetings and distribute to meeting participants, in a timely
manner, as needed

WHAT You'll NEED:

Associates Degree or an equivalent relevant experience.
7 years of increasingly responsible administrative support experience.
Experience providing executive level support preferred.
Strong commitment to our mission - creating economic opportunity for traditionallyunderserved communities.
Preference for working in organizations that place priority on teamwork and
collaboration
Advanced problem-solving skills and ability to resolve potential conflicts.
Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to interact with individuals at alllevels.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to easily adapt to changing priorities and to effectively plan, organize andprioritize work, including the ability to identify and/or accelerate priorities, whenneeded.
Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures, managing files and records,designing forms, and other offices procedures and terminology.
Proficient with Microsoft Office suite, intermediate excel skills, comfortable workingwith technology.
Ability and willingness to work overtime, when needed.

Ability todemonstrateSelf-Help's Core Values:

o Mission Before Self
o Service With Excellence
o Embracing & Promoting Change
o Results Not Credit
o Diversity as a Strength
o Financial Sustainability for Mission Impact

If you are interested in who we are and what we do; have a strong desire to work in anorganization that places a high priority on teamwork and collaboration; and are interested inworking to help create economic opportunity for all - THIS is the place for you!

Compensation:

Expected salary range: $69,546- $104,318

Competitive nonprofit compensation, based on experience, plus a generous benefits package. Compensation ranges for each position are based on local market rates and will be determined by geography, role, and experience.

Self-Help is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Company Disclaimer:

Self-Help is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons, regardless of race, religion, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression (including transgender status), age, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, class or family status.