SV2 is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Office & Communications Assistant who is passionate about building effective givers and change-makers and thriving nonprofit organizations. This position offers a unique opportunity to work with an exciting group of local philanthropists and dynamic nonprofit organizations, all the while gaining exposure to all aspects of nonprofit management.

ABOUT SV2

Silicon Valley Social Venture Fund (commonly known as SV2) is a high-impact, nonprofit venture philanthropy partnership. SV2’s mission is to unleash the resources and talents of the Silicon Valley Community in support of promising social ventures to achieve measurable impact.

SV2 pursues its mission through an engaged giving model with three core lines of work:

Grants & Investments: Our donors (called “Partners”) pool their capital to give financial support to high potential social ventures and work together to identify and fund the most promising organizations
Beyond-the-Dollars Support: Many Partners roll up their sleeves and contribute time and expertise in service of SV2 Grantees’ needs
Learning Programs: We offer workshops, speakers, and other opportunities for Partners and Grantees to augment their learning and growth

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Office & Communications Assistant will be supervised by the Communications & Operations Manager and will work closely with the entire SV2 team. The role will primarily focus on supporting SV2’s operations and office management, but will also include broad exposure to all areas of SV2’s model, including supporting grantmaking, impact investing and learning programs; contributing to the implementation of improved data management tools and processes; and supporting key operational and development projects. Specific tasks will include:

Operations and Communications (30%)Office management support, including organizational file systems, maintaining and ordering office/kitchen supplies,Key role in helping create twice-monthly eNews, all-Partner communications, and social mediaOngoing website support
Support ongoing accounting and financials, including processing incoming revenue, invoices, and reimbursements
Work with accounting firm to prepare Form 990 annual return
Processing incoming and outgoing mail

Event logistics (40%)
Point person for event logistics, including creating and monitoring RSVP’s and related communications
Set up and break down before and after events, including nametags, handouts, and table/chair setup
Help with podcasts and/or videotaping and capturing meeting notes for knowledge management

Partner Life-Cycle Support (30%)
Support a current and accurate Partner database in Salesforce, including creating new entries for prospective Partners and updating Partner records
Prepare Partner tax acknowledgement letters, donation receipts, thank you cards
Ongoing support of my.SV2, SV2’s online collaboration platform

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

Passion for the mission, model, and work of SV2
Outstanding attention to detail and service orientation
Demonstrated success working independently and taking initiative
Excellent organizational and problem-solving capabilities
Demonstrated success working effectively in fast-paced, highly collaborative, fluid work environments where flexibility and teamwork are required
Strong time management and prioritization skills
Project management ability
Sense of humor and fun!
Highly desirable:

Experience using Excel, Salesforce.com, and/or other database programs
Experience planning and executing events
Understanding of philanthropy and the nonprofit sector

NATURE OF THE POSITION

This is a full-time position with a competitive salary and benefits package. Hours are generally in regular business hours, with occasional evening commitments.

APPLICATION

Application deadline is Feb. 20, 2017. To apply, please send a letter of interest and your resume (in one PDF) to [email protected]. Thank you for your interest.