About April Parker Foundation
The April Parker Foundation (APF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to uplifting underserved communities by providing culturally relevant, supportive services. We believe in empowering individuals, families, and small businesses to create stronger, more stable communities. Through a variety of cultural programs and educational workshops, we promote security, stability, and well-being for those who need it most.
Working at the April Parker Foundation offers a dynamic, mission-driven environment where your work contributes directly to community transformation. Join our team and be part of a compassionate movement for equity and impact.
Position Summary
The Executive Assistant will provide high-level administrative support to the Executive Director, ensuring the efficient operation of the foundation. This role requires exceptional organizational skills, discretion, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a mission-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Administrative Support
- Manage the Executive Director's phone calls, calendar, appointments, and travel arrangements.
- Draft, proofread, and manage correspondence, reports, and presentations.
- Coordinate and prepare materials for meetings, including board meetings.
- Handle confidential information with integrity and discretion.
- Meeting & Event Coordination
- Schedule and organize internal and external meetings.
- Take and distribute meeting minutes, track follow-up actions.
- Assist with event planning, logistics, and donor engagements as needed.
- Communication & Liaison
- Serve as a point of contact between the Executive Director and staff, board members, partners, and donors.
- Maintain effective communication and ensure timely follow-up on key issues.
- Project Management
- Support cross-functional initiatives and ensure deadlines are met.
- Conduct research and compile data to support strategic decision-making.
- Operational Support
- Maintain records and filing systems (digital and physical).
- Assist with special projects and tasks as assigned by leadership.
- Coordinate with finance, development, and program teams when needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor"s degree or equivalent work experience preferred.
- Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in an executive or administrative assistant role, preferably in the non-profit sector.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and virtual meeting platforms (e.g., Teams).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to handle sensitive matters with tact and discretion.
- Demonstrated organizational and problem-solving abilities.
- Commitment to the mission and values of the foundation.
Core Values
At the April Parker Foundation, we are committed to the following core values:
- Diversity & Inclusion: Upholding the dignity of every human being and respecting every person"s right to access the help they need to thrive.
- Accountability: Taking full ownership of our individual actions and responses, regardless of the actions or behavior of others.
- Commitment: Going above and beyond for the people we serve, putting their needs first, and serving to the best of our abilities as a team.
- Empowerment: Believing anyone can realize their dreams when they are imbued with the confidence and agency to act on their own behalf.
- Compassion: Finding ways, large and small, to shower compassion on every human being we encounter.
- Education: Promoting personal agency by giving communities access to open education.
What We Offer:
- Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives
- Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
- 11 Paid Holidays
- Paid Christmas shutdown holiday
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- 401(k) with employer match
- Opportunities for career growth in a mission-driven environment
The pay range for this role is:70,000 - 80,000 USD per year(Long Beach)
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