Administrative Coordinator

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul Detroit exists to build a more equitable and compassionate world through meaningful personal relationships, providing whatever is needed to help our neighbors get back on their feet and on a path towards self-sustainability. Our programs provide support ranging from utility, housing, and food assistance, to education and mentorship. We also operate a network of thrift stores, two camps and a nutritional center.

We are passionate about driving systemic change and helping our neighbors in Metro-Detroit break out of poverty.

We are looking for a dynamic Administrative Coordinator to support our CEO. This position provides high-quality administrative and organizational assistance and expertise, managing mission-driven activities such as creating or enhancing reports and presentations, organizing timetables and the calendar of the executive, coordinating meeting and travel accommodations, taking minutes and interacting on behalf of the Executive with members of the Board of Directors, stakeholders and major donors.

To be successful in this role, the individual will have a detailed understanding of the full Microsoft Office Suite and must be quick-thinking, highly organized, adaptable to changing organizational needs, a motivated self-starter that can work well independently, communicate effectively and meet deadlines. It is key for the Administrative Coordinator to be proactive in anticipating the needs of the CEO, taking proactive action with little direction to ensure the CEO’s calendar and activities are well coordinated and the CEO is equipped for all meetings and events.

This individual must be comfortable in interacting with those at the Executive level or his/her direct reports, properly situating the needs or requests of the CEO while also balancing that sense of urgency with a diplomatic and supportive spirit.

• Exemplify the elements of SVdP:
  Spirituality, Friendship and Service in all phases of work
• Advance the mission, goals and objectives in all applicable strategic plans
• Support / Live / Adhere to the “Rule” and teachings set forth by Frederic Ozanam
• Work well with others

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the CEO and assist Directors and Board Members as needed.
• Manage the CEO’s calendar, coordinate meetings, schedule appointments, and create virtual meeting links.
• Prepare travel arrangements and related documentation for national meetings.
• Welcome and assist visitors, ensuring a professional and hospitable office environment.
• Maintain and update organizational contact lists, distribution groups, and shared documentation.
• Manage and complete projects assigned by CEO.

• Coordinate all logistics for Board of Directors and committee meetings, including scheduling, meeting invitations, catering, room setup, and technology preparation.
• Collect, compile, and distribute board reports, financials, and meeting materials.
• Record and distribute accurate meeting minutes.
• Maintain current board and committee rosters.

• Process and submit bills and invoices for payment.
• Manage and submit CEO and staff credit card reports and expense documentation.
• Track CEO mileage and submit reimbursement reports.
• Monitor office equipment needs, including printer supply inventory and cost allocations.

• Assist with recruitment efforts including posting open positions on job boards, reviewing resumes, conducting phone screens, and coordinating interviews.
• Support onboarding processes by creating orientation schedules, coordinating departmental introductions, and ensuring technology access is established.

• Answer and screen telephone calls on behalf of the CEO.
• Coordinate production and distribution of the monthly Vincentian Newsletter.
• Monitor and respond to online Google reviews.
• Provide feedback and approval of organizational communications and social media content.

• Provide support for events (including the Annual Meeting, Lenten…