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The Administrative Assistant is a member of the corporate team, supporting the achievement of the mission: The Administrative Assistant will contribute to this mission by providing support for, and participating in, key processes and programs that sustain the purpose and overall goal of the organization. This person will work with the Director and other staff to ensure that all administrative and facility needs are met through the provision of high-level administrative work. • Provide administrative support, research, preparing reports and memos, managing correspondence • Manage and arrange Google calendar, contacts, conference bridges, appointments and events, in accordance with department and company policies, and guidelines. • Coordinate team meetings including team and large group meetings. • Coordinate and execute special projects and initiatives as directed • Coordinate meeting logistics, and prepare meeting presentations and materials as directed • Ensure that office operation runs smoothly, including the proper maintenance of electronic work tools; liaison with suppliers for the maintenance of these tools, etc. • Provide exceptional customer service via email and by phone to clients, co-workers, external partners, callers and visitors of the Website • Create and maintain accurate administrative procedure manuals to ensure efficient operations • Organize, maintain, and periodically audit the company filing system (electronic) • Recommend opportunities for increased efficiency and process improvements • Light accounting • Attend occasional special events (may include weekends) • Work under minimal supervision and interact with company personnel at all organizational levels. Must maintain strict confidentiality on sensitive issues • Other duties as assigned • We are looking for an Administrative Assistant who takes pride in a job well done. Someone who is upbeat, hungry to learn and has a natural curiosity to want to figure things out. Qualifications • Genuine interest in helping others • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Strong attention to detail • Excellent organizational skills • Strong data entry and analytical skills • Ability to effectively prioritize and meet deadlines for a wide variety of assignments • Experience working with and maintaining highly sensitive and confidential information • Flexible • Ability to operate standard office equipment and troubleshoot issues • Efficient in Microsoft Office Suite • Preferred, working knowledge of QuickBooks • Sound judgement and decision making ability • College Diploma (required) • Bachelor’s Degree (preferred) • 5+ years' experience in a virtual office environment • Fluently bilingual (En/Fr), Spanish and other languages, an asset. Additional Information LOCATION Work from your Home-Office Can work from anywhere from Canada or USA, as long as we have openings in your area. EDUCATION College, Finished Minimum 5 years Experience Training in Business Administration, Marketing or Communications, is preferred. REMUNERATION: Based on experience SCHEDULE: Flexibles hours Part-Time (minimum 15hours per week) or Full-Time (40hours) Week-days, Evening & Week-end Shifts available START DATE: a.s.a.p

Company Description The Specialists Ltd. is a leading supplier of fabrication, graphics, and props for film & television, live theater & events, advertising & experiential marketing, art & architecture, and more. With over 40 years of experience, our team of talented artists, craftsmen, engineers, graphic designers, and programmers work together at our 60,000 square foot facility in Queens, New York. Our seamless integration of tradition and innovation means that we can deliver high-quality products at lightning speed for a fraction of the cost. Role Description This is a full-time on-site role for a Bookkeeper/Administrative Assistant at The Specialists Ltd. located in New York, NY. The Bookkeeper/Administrative Assistant will be responsible for day-to-day tasks such as handling accounts payable/receivable, collections, as well as offering support to other accounting functions. Responsibilities Proficient in QuickBooks Desktop & QuickBooks Online (QBO), BILL.com & Microsoft Office Verify and set up new vendors in accounting system. Verify the accuracy of payables and supporting documents, resolve any discrepancies, process vendor invoices. Maintain and monitor records of payables and make recommendations for prioritizing payments. Strong phone etiquette and communication skills to effectively interact with clients and customers. Coordinate with other departments on past-due accounts and submit invoices/ statements to customers. Administer collections methods and maintain cyclical communication with client accounting teams to assure effective cash in-flow process. Verify and record customer payments, deposits, and transactions. Maintain and distribute W-9’s, 1099’s, Vendor Setup Forms, Credit Applications Organize and maintain accurate records of receipts and other source documents to support credit card purchases. Perform cash and credit card reconciliations in the accounting system. Create monthly statements and reports for AP & AR- collections. Verify the accuracy of customer accounts and billing records. Recognize opportunities for process improvement across accounts payable & collections process. Practice routine standards of corporate accounting principles and procedures efficiently with prudence. Provide support with routine audits if/when required. Provide administrative support as needed. Ad hoc duties as required. Knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles Attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment Associate's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field preferred

This role is Remote but we are prioritizing applicants from the Washington DC area. About the Roosevelt Institute: The Roosevelt Institute is a think tank, a student network, and the nonprofit partner to the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum that, together, are learning from the past and working to redefine our collective future. Focusing on corporate and public power, labor and wages, and the economics of race and gender inequality, the Roosevelt Institute unifies experts, invests in young leaders, and advances progressive policies that bring the legacy of Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt into the 21st century. The Roosevelt Institute takes on today’s greatest public policy challenges by advancing bold, cutting-edge research and policy ideas. We believe that the future of the American economy and our democracy depends on a new way of thinking about markets and government. Too few people hold too much economic and political power today, and we know that a stronger society is possible if we rectify this imbalance between private actors and the public. With a commitment to transforming corporations, restructuring markets, reviving democratic institutions, and reimagining the role of government, our work moves our nation toward a more resilient, equitable, and green future. Our Culture At Roosevelt, we recognize that the culture of the workplace and opportunities for career growth and development are important to all. We believe that diversity of background and experience among our people make our work to rewrite the rules of our social and economic realities stronger. Roosevelt is an equal-opportunity employer. As affirmed in its policies and practices, the organization considers all applications for all job classifications without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, familial status, military status, height and weight, genetic predisposition or carrier status, arrest record, or other legally protected status. We strongly encourage people with diverse work and life experiences, diverse educational backgrounds, and diverse cultures to apply. What You’ll Do Working closely with the development team, executive team, and other senior staff at the Roosevelt Institute, the Donor Engagement Manager will play a key role in ensuring best-in-class cultivation and stewardship for Roosevelt’s funders. Responsibilities include: developing and executing cultivation and stewardship strategies for major individual and institutional donors, staffing principals for meetings and events, managing the individual giving pipeline, prospecting, and other related activities. The Donor Engagement Manager will report to the Director of Development. This is a non-management, unionized, individual contributor role. Essential Functions and Responsibilities Cultivation and Stewardship - Develop and execute donor engagement strategies, including supporter emails, cultivation events, and funder briefings - Work with development and external relations teams to craft donor-facing materials as needed - Regularly engage Roosevelt’s program and communications teams to identify programmatic work, projects, and events to leverage as opportunities to engage donors and prospects - Keep abreast of current events and other important items related to Roosevelt’s work on political economy to seek out opportunities to highlight our work to key audience Principal Staffing - Lead on prepping principals for major donor meetings, conferences, and speaking engagements, including coordinating scheduling, prospect research, and agenda-setting - Accompany principals to meetings as needed, taking notes and managing relevant follow-up Individual Giving - Manage the individual giving pipeline in service of raising $2 million from individuals in 2024 - Track donor engagement closely and manage up to senior staff to ensure best-in-class donor stewardship - Identify key prospects, manage prospect research, and prioritize them for pipeline building - Create stewardship plans and giving goals for mid-level and major donors based on alignment, giving history, and relationships - Manage the spring and end-of-year giving campaigns What You’ll Have - Minimum of 3–5 years experience in fundraising for nonprofit organizations or campaigns - Experience cultivating relationships in policy organizations, labor unions, political campaigns, or movement groups - Familiarity with the progressive ecosystem strongly preferred - Track record of experience with a wide range of donors, from modest contributors (<$1,000) through to major donors (five to six figures) - Excellent oral and written communication skills - Demonstrated experience managing multiple projects simultaneously and thriving in a deadline-driven environment - Ability to collect, synthesize, and process information quickly and with accuracy - Understanding of the philanthropic and political environment and best practices in fundraising - Strong customer service orientation that centers donors as a critical part of mission-driven work - Highly organized, with outstanding attention to detail - Experience using donor databases like Salesforce, Raiser’s Edge, etc. Not sure if you meet all the qualifications? Please apply! We know talent comes in many forms. Join our team and help envision a new equitable future for all. The salary range for this role is $67,936 – $85,000 annually. The Roosevelt Institute offers excellent benefits that include 100% paid medical, dental, and vision for employees and 80% paid for dependents; life insurance; vacation; personal and sick time; paid parental leave; professional development; healthcare, dependent-care, and commuter FSA; and a 403(b) retirement plan with up to 4% contribution. INTERESTED CANDIDATES MUST SUBMIT A RESUME AND COVER LETTER TO BE CONSIDERED. Link to apply: https://easyapply.co/job/donor-engagement-manager-8?rcid=idealist or go to our website: www.rooseveltinstitute.org.