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Administrative Assistant

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ORGANIZATION: Homeless Garden Project

HGP

Details

Hours: 10-15 hours per week

Compensation: Unpaid Volunteer Role

Reports to: Executive Director

To Apply: Please send a brief statement of interest and any relevant experience to our Volunteer Coordinator at omarg@homelessgardenproject.org. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Description

The Homeless Garden Project (HGP), founded in 1990 in Santa Cruz, California, provides job training, transitional employment, and support services for people experiencing homelessness. Our community-focused programs take place on our 3.5-acre organic farm and through social enterprise, fostering sustainability, job development, and community engagement.

The Administrative Assistant Volunteer position provides general office and administrative support for all aspects of the Homeless Garden Project (HGP). This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about community service and want to gain experience in nonprofit administration while making a meaningful impact.

Responsibilities

  • Answer telephones and receive visitors, serving as the initial point of contact, including responding to general email inquiries.

  • Maintain the Executive Director’s calendar.

  • Pick up and distribute mail.

  • Help ensure smooth office operations by maintaining office equipment and supplies.

  • Assist in preparing for Board and Committee meetings.

  • Attend semi-monthly Staff meetings, record notes, and share with staff.

  • Support staff with daily clerical tasks, including data entry for reports, contracts, and grants as needed.

  • Maintain files and follow records retention procedures, including keeping the Board Google Drive updated with relevant documents.

  • Supervise volunteers performing clerical tasks.

  • Support operations at the farm and retail stores with occasional deliveries and pickups as needed.

  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

  • Strong organizational and time management skills.

  • Ability to handle shifting priorities in a busy office environment.

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Suite.

  • Attention to detail and the ability to work independently.

  • Commitment to confidentiality and discretion.

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About Homeless Garden Project

Location:

30 West Cliff Drive P.O. 617, Santa Cruz, CA 95061, US

Mission Statement

The Santa Cruz Homeless Garden Project helps men and women gain skills and confidence to enter wider communities. We provide training and transitional employment within a community-supported organic garden. Volunteers have many opportunities to learn about and help in the garden, in the kitchen, and with special events.

Description

The Homeless Garden Project (HGP) provides paid job training, transitional employment, and support services to people experiencing homelessness. In complement, the Project operates a community education and volunteer program that serves over 2,500 people annually. The programs take place at our 3.5-acre organic farm and related enterprises. Volunteers have many opportunities to learn about and help in the garden, in the kitchen, and with special events.

CAUSE AREAS

Homeless & Housing
Homeless & Housing

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

30 Westcliff DriveSanta Cruz, CA 95060

(36.96454,-122.02654)
 

SKILLS

  • Office Reception
  • Executive Admin
  • Administrative Support
  • Customer Service
  • Data Entry

GOOD FOR

N/A

REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be at least 21
  • Orientation or Training
  • 10 - 15 hours

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