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Higher Purpose Program Assistant
Job Description
Full-Time Exempt Position
Reports to: Chief Operating Officer
Location: Remote
Organizational Overview:
Higher Purpose Co. (HPC) is a 501c3 nonprofit economic justice agency based in Clarksdale, Mississippi, created in 2016 by local Black residents. HPC’s mission is to build community wealth across Mississippi with Black residents by supporting the ownership of financial, cultural, and political power. Our work focuses on Black entrepreneurs, farmers, and artists across Mississippi. We are growing our team to enhance our statewide presence and impact. Learn more about our organization by visiting www.HigherPurposeCo.org.
The Program Assistant is responsible for providing administrative support to team members throughout the planning and implementation of educational programming, evaluation, and grants. Their duties include communicating between HPC Business Members, staff, and managerial staff, creating and updating program schedules, and assisting in the planning and managing of different events. We anticipate opportunities for the person in this position to grow with the organization.
Responsibilities
- Preparing documentation for business growth grants for HPC members;
- Managing organization's online resources and databases;
- Processing paperwork for payments to vendors and suppliers;
- Attending staff meetings and taking minutes;
- Responding to emails and answering calls;
- Maintaining individual calendars and sending out reminders of impending appointments;
- Typing letters and reports as may be required from time to time;
- Compiling and sending bulk mailings to business members upon joining HPC membership such as (shirts, pens, cups, etc.);
- Proofreading materials and assisting in the planning and overseeing significant events;
- Assisting in managing the budget for special and routine events such as MPS Summit;
- Making reservations for various off-site business meetings;
- Acting as a liaison between different departments;
- Relaying internal emails to staff;
- Reserving equipment and conference rooms for presentations and in-office meetings;
- Complete all other assigned tasks in a timely manner.
Education and Work Experience Requirements:
- Must be a Mississippi resident;
- High School Diploma;
- Minimum of 2 years of paid or volunteer experience;
- Reliable transportation and must possess a valid Driver’s license;
- Good written and communication skills;
- Open-minded, entrepreneurial, and willing to learn from others;
- Adaptable, a good sense of humor, with entrepreneurship/business ownership experience;
- Able to work independently yet be a team player and goal-oriented. Must be a strong collaborator within and outside of the organization;
- Community engagement as well as experience in leading content management of website, social media platforms, and other marketing channels by keeping it current and engaging;
- Proficient with the Google Suite of applications (Mail, Calendar, Docs, Sheets, etc...) and Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
- Ability to produce high-quality work under pressure while also meeting deadlines;
- Detail-oriented self-starter with positive energy;
- Passionate about the mission of the HPC and brings humility and a deep commitment to philanthropy and empathy for our end-clients;
Physical Requirements
- Have the ability to safely and successfully perform the essential functions with the ADA and other federal, state, and local standards.
- Ability to lift and carry 20-30 pounds occasionally
- Ability to talk, listen, and speak clearly in person and over the phone
Compensation and Benefits:
This full-time exempt position. The salary is $40,000 with a competitive benefits package that includes 100% of medical, dental & vision paid for by HPC, long-term disability coverage, flexible paid time off, $500 professional development stipend, 401K with up to 3% company match, a flexible work schedule including working remotely, 14 paid holidays, four weeks of self-care PTO and an annual retreat.
EOE Statement:
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Higher Purpose Co does not discriminate against applicants or employees due to their race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, physical ability, hairstyle, previous incarceration, or length of time spent unemployed. Black, women, LGBTQ, and Mississippi residents are strongly encouraged to apply. We strive to reflect our mission and the community of members we serve.
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