Foundation Administrative Associate

Ben & Jerry's Foundation Administrative Associate - Part-Time, temporary position - 12-months Role: To assist and provide support to the Foundation's program, operations and grants management staff, to provide timely communication to grantseekers and others interested in our programs, and to help facilitate our grant application processes for grantseekers and employee committee members. Position is based on 24 hours a week, with at least two in-person days per week in our South Burlington office. Pay is $26.50/Hour with FTE health care benefits and pro-rated paid personal time. Also, free ice cream! Administrative Responsibilities: Providing exemplary customer service to community partners, grant partners, grant applicants and key stakeholders including timely communications, information about grantmaking programs, and technical assistance. Weekly correspondence - review and respond to email and telephone inquiries in a timely manner. Weekly, provide first pass review of submitted applications, denying out of scope requests quickly and with appropriate e-mail templates. Scheduling and supporting 3 grant making meetings each month - including room bookings, committee member invites, scheduling Zoom calls with applicants and grant partners, ordering lunches (and picking up when appropriate). Assist in coordination of Lunch n' Learn educational events, including room bookings, lunch coordination for site, and tech support for presentations. Bi-Annually, assist with logistics of Learning Tours and other special events (includes travel). Support staff on project-based work as needed. Support Director of Grants Management with database hygiene and reporting. Facilitate grant process updates. Requirements: Strong computer skills, i.e. Microsoft Office Suite. Excellent Organizational skills including time management. Strong communication skills including writing, phone, e-mail. Excellent interpersonal skills including reading comprehension and curiosity. Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills. Applicants should be able to work effectively in an open, collaborative environment, be a creative thinker, work independently, and initiate process improvements. Helpful (but not required) attributes: Demonstrated appreciation and understanding of social justice issues. Basic understanding of non-profit structures. Prior philanthropic or non-profit experience. Experience with Foundant or other Grants Management System and/or other database system. The Ben & Jerry's Foundation is a non-profit, philanthropic organization. The mission of the Ben & Jerry's Foundation is to support grassroot organizations working for social justice throughout the United States, to give back to our Vermont communities, and to engage Ben & Jerry's employees in our philanthropic work. To learn more about the Ben & Jerry's Foundation please visit our website: The Ben & Jerry's Foundation is committed to a vision of society that respects and empowers all people. We bring this principle to how we work. We believe in the power of diversity, inclusion and collaboration to bring new perspectives and to inspire new possibilities. We seek to create a joyful workspace that includes appreciation of difference, cultivation of belonging, a learning culture and growth and purpose for everyone. We encourage people from all backgrounds and abilities to apply. Application Process and Additional Information: To be considered, candidates must include a resume and cover letter that describes how their qualifications and experience match the needs and mission of The Ben & Jerry's Foundation. Please email required documents to . Questions about the job may be directed to our Director of Programs at . Unilever is an organization committed to diversity and inclusion to drive our business results and create a better future every day for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information about your Federal rights, please see Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal and Pay Transparency Non discrimination Provision. Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests, which may include drug screening, background check, credit check and DMV check. 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Created: 2024-11-10