Administrator

Description

The Alyssa House (TAH) seeks a part-time Administrator to provide administrative and operational support and help with coordination of Board communication and activities.

The Alyssa House provides housing and holistic care to families of children in medical crisis while they are away from their local community.

TAH operates under a Joint Plan of Work with Virginia Organizing and the Administrator will be an employee of Virginia Organizing, but report to TAH Board Chair.

The ideal candidate is passionate about TAH mission, is a proven self-starter with excellent communication and organizational skills, has schedule flexibility and works effectively with volunteers.

Please visit www.alyssahouse.wordpress.com for full job description.  Position requires ability to work between 6-10 hours per week and the hourly pay is $15/hr.

Send resume AND cover letter to Ryan Jacoby (Board Chair) at jobs.thealyssahouse@gmail.com by 5pmon January 2^nd.  No calls please; interviews may begin sooner and the position will remain open until filled!   Virginia Organizing is an EOE. Women, minorities and protected individuals are encouraged to apply.

Skills Required

§  Commitment to TAH mission

§  Ability to learn quickly and take initiative with limited direction

§  Excellent written and verbal communication skills

§  Strong organizational skills with attention to detail

§  Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines and producing high quality work

§  Strong discretion and judgment

§  Strong computer skills including Word, Excel, Google Drive and common database software

§  Sensitivity to the needs of families with children in medical crisis

§  Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with Board members, volunteers and other stakeholders

§  Outgoing, friendly and optimistic

§  Flexibility to work occasional nights and weekends

Work Schedule

6-10 hours per week, some evenings and weekends.