CI Programs Assistant

United Way of Tarrant County•Fort Worth, TX

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Community Investment Programs Assistant will coordinate the administration of and support the operational functions of the Community Investment Programs team. Reporting to the Chief Impact Officer, this position is integral to coordinating the work of United Way of Tarrant County (UWTC) and our impact team.

Requirements

Must be eligible to work in the United States (No Sponsorship)
Knowledge of local agencies and resources
Must have excellent networking and interpersonal abilities
Excellent computer skills in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Ability to provide excellent customer service in all interactions
Excellent organizational and time management skills; ability to prioritize work, manage time and multiple priorities, and meet deadlines; attention to detail and accuracy; the ability to set realistic goals and objectives
Strong written communications skills, along with highly effective oral communications
Proficiency and comfort conducting independent research and working with data
Strong technical skills and ability to learn new platforms
Experience in grant monitoring and management
Ability to work with professionals at all levels, as well as individuals in need of service
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Knowledge of Tarrant County Non-Profit agencies/organizations and community needs/issues strongly preferred
Texas driver’s license, proper vehicle insurance, and reliable transportation.
Reliable Internet access to support remote work when needed.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor level degree in Social Work, Human Services, or related discipline preferred
Fluency in other languages preferred

Responsibilities

Assist with planning and coordination of Community Investment Programs and their activities
Manage the administration of Community Investment Programs, such as data entry, supporting CI committee meetings such as CI Cabinet, regional meetings etc., (scheduling meetings, sending calendar invitations, managing attendance, preparing materials, and developing meeting minutes)
Prepares and edits correspondence, presentations, reports, and memos
Creates, audits and updates databases and shared file drives as needed, ensuring they remain current and relevant
Establish relationships with service agencies for optimal understanding as to what is provided, to whom and for what purpose
Collects information regarding available resources including financial, goods and services to maintain and promote resource listings
Monitors and assists with data collection to inform colleagues, community, and partners across the organization, ensuring compliance and best practices in data management and reporting
Assists in program development and evaluation using a variety of data tools and research
Assists in the marketing and promotion of programs and activities, and solicitation and onboarding of volunteers
Assists in the research and collection of community‐level data from a variety of sources
Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual progress reports
Provides grant and allocation operational support such as informational sessions, community round tables, site visits, trainings, committee meetings, reporting and tracking etc.
Supports the overall function of the team by managing mail, greeting guests and visitors, meeting room set up (internal and external), conference room bookings, handling incoming phone calls and inquiries etc.
Supports cross-departmental activities, including communications, marketing, special events, fundraising, and outreach opportunities
Provides administrative support as needed to the department and UWTC
Assists in providing support to interns and/or volunteers
Provides support to other department priorities, as needed, e.g., strategic plan, annual budget, special initiatives and events, fundraising etc.