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Program Assistant, The Partnership for the Bay's Future (SFF)

EPIP, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199


Program Assistant, The Partnership for the Bay's Future (SFF)

Posted on January 22, 2019 The San Francisco Foundation With more than $1.4 billion in assets, The San Francisco Foundation (“SFF”) is one of the largest community foundations in the country. The foundation is committed to expanding opportunity and ensuring a more equitable future for all in the Bay Area. The Partnership for the Bay’s Future The Partnership for the Bay’s Future (“the Partnership”), an effort of the SFF, the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, the Ford Foundation, and Facebook, is committed to creating a more accessible, equitable, and prosperous Bay Area by addressing the interconnected crises in housing, transportation, and economic opportunity. Position Summary This is a limited term, 3-year position. The Program Assistant (PA) will provide support to the Director of the Partnership and the Policy Fund Initiative Officer. The PA ensures responsive and accountable operation of the Partnership and the Policy Fund in four areas: 1) financial management support; 2) fundraising & communications support; 3) grant-making support; and 4) general administrative support. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Administrative Support Meeting planning: schedule meetings, invite attendees, order supplies, develop program materials, and take minutes. Provide general support such as phone contact, scheduling, filing, and travel arrangements. Attend staff meetings and professional development activities as required. Process expense reimbursements. Financial/Budgeting Coordination Coordinate fundraising, project, grant, and cash flow budgeting processes. This involves maintaining and reconciling budget spreadsheets and preparing financial reports. Serve as a point of contact for procurement procedures, including budget allocations and contract support. Fundraising, Marketing and Communications Support Support grant writing and track proposals and reports. Maintain the grant proposal and reporting schedule to ensure timely submissions. Assist with the development of communications materials. Coordinate event-related details and interface with the communications department. Grant-making Support Master the CRM and grants management systems to support grantees and track funding applications. Coordinate internal processes for opening and approving grants. Serve as the primary information contact for inquiries regarding grant-making programs. QUALIFICATIONS Education Undergraduate degree preferred or combination of education and experience. Experience Minimum 3+ years of experience in a similar role. Demonstrated success in managing complex projects and multiple competing tasks. Strong computer skills in Microsoft applications and familiarity with SalesForce and/or Fluxx. Experience with event coordination is a plus. Understanding of financial reports is a plus. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Attention to detail and a strong work ethic. Ability to work collaboratively and take initiative. Personal integrity and the ability to engender trust with diverse constituencies. Knowledge and interest in community development is a plus. The San Francisco Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and seeks diversity with respect to race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, and physical abilities.

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