UNCF

Director

• Manage and coordinate the implementation of FDPRI’s research agenda
• Produce the annual statistical report
• Conduct research on HBCUs and other assigned projects
• Assist the VP, FDPRI in strategic and budget planning
• Represent FDPRI in meetings with partner organizations
• Ensure daily functions of the Institute operate smoothly

Senior Director, F.D.P.R.I.

Administrative Assistant

• Functions as the office manager in charge of ordering supplies, maintaining inventory, requesting equipment maintenance and repair, and other day-to-day operations.
• Prepares and maintains schedule of solicitations.
• Processes and records contributions by donor and by the size of the contribution.
• Updates and manages an accurate, neat, orderly, electronic filing system from which files can be easily retrieved by all staff; updates and records on an ongoing basis.
• Checks records, forms and reports for completeness, accuracy of content, proper endorsement and conformance to policies/procedures; corrects minor discrepancies and errors independently and brings to the attention of appropriate management.
• Prepares and handles routine correspondence, including confidential matters, and treats appropriately.
• Answers the phone by the third ring and screens and directs incoming calls to appropriate personnel, preparing clear and accurate messages if not available.
• Greets and receives visitors and guides to appropriate area or person.
• Coordinates appointments and assists in managing schedules and conference calls.
• Arranges meetings, prepares agendas and/or other materials, including the mailing of notices and materials; reserves and prepares facilities, and records and transcribes minutes of meetings as needed.
• Receives, opens, dates, processes and distributes incoming correspondence to department staff; coordinates outgoing mailing, receives, and processes responses as needed.
• Creates mail merges for mass mailings, types, edits, proofreads and formats documents, spreadsheets, presentations, forms, reports, policies and procedures, and administrative material with a high degree of speed and accuracy.
• Assists in maintaining donor records and tracking outreach.
• Assists with proposal submissions, donor campaign mailings and materials, and contact lists.
• Proofreads reports, presentation materials, and business letters including labels and envelopes for grammar, punctuation, and spelling errors.
• Prepares e-mails, faxes, e-blasts, routine correspondence and periodic reports on the basis of general instructions.
• Obtains necessary signatures/approvals for outgoing communications, and assures the transmittal of accurate data and information both internally and externally.
• Designs and creates new documents in accordance with requests and policies for appropriate review.
• Suggests new procedures to improve operating efficiency.
• Maintains and updates contact files.
• Arranges and confirms staff travel including accommodations, travel, and car rentals.
• Supports and serves as a liaison to other offices/functions as necessary; is cross-trained in other functions.
• Coordinates the acknowledgement process.
• Prepares invoices and expense reports for approval and payment.
• Participates in routine department and staff meetings.
• Performs special projects and assignments and support staff as directed by management.
• Maintains an appropriate, professional appearance, and keeps a neat and clean working station at all times; displays tact and a positive, courteous demeanor at all times, which is critical to successfully interacting with high profile corporations and representing the organization.
• Performs other duties as requested.

Human Resources

• Develops and executes HR initiatives and strategies to accomplish business objectives
• Ensures that human resource programs delivered are value added, effective and consistent with both departmental and organizational business and strategic objectives
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure a positive work environment
• Address employee concerns and grievances in a timely and effective manner
• Foster open communication and collaboration between employees and management
• Oversee the performance management process, including goal setting, performance reviews (annual, mid-year and 90 day), and employee development plans
• Provide training and support to managers on effective performance management practices
• Analyze performance metrics to identify trends and areas for improvement
• Lead and build out UNCF onboarding journey to attract and retain talent
• Develop onboarding and exit survey data trends to develop strategies for employee retention, training opportunities and areas for improvement
• Develop and implement training and development programs to enhance employee skills and career growth
• Strategize succession planning to ensure a robust pipeline of future leaders
• Collaborate with senior leadership to align HR strategies with organizational goals
• Monitor industry trends and best practices to ensure competitive HR offerings
• Bi-annually review and revise UNCF Policy manual to ensure compliance with labor laws and regulations at all levels
• Prepare and present HR reports to senior management, highlighting key metrics and insights

Senior Director, F.D.P.R.I.

Administrative Assistant

Director, Human Resources