Administrative Director

The Sutton Place Parks Conservancy seeks a dynamic and experienced Part-Time Administrative Director to manage the day-to-day operations of our organization. Reporting directly to the Board President, the Administrative Director will implement the Board’s strategic plans and initiatives, with a focus on fundraising, marketing and communications, and community engagement.

Qualifications:

• Proven self-starter with 4+ years of non-profit management experience and a strong record of accomplishments (knowledge of NYC government and politics is a plus).
• Exceptional planning and organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace (Drive, Gmail), CRM/database management (experience with Little Green Light is a plus), Mailchimp, Zoom, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Social media expertise, including Instagram and Facebook.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administrative Operations:
  • Oversee budgeting and bookkeeping tasks, including accounts payable and donor contributions.
  • Maintain an electronic filing system for Board communications, key documents, and vendor contracts on Google Drive.
  • Ensure fundraising database accuracy and up-to-date data entry.
• Board Support:
  • Maintain and distribute the Sutton Place Parks Conservancy calendar.
  • Coordinate meeting logistics for the Board of Directors and other committees.
  • Collaborate with Board Committees to support their initiatives.
• Communications and Outreach:
  • Respond promptly to incoming communications and inquiries.
  • Manage external communications, including fundraising appeals, e-blasts, newsletters, and other materials.

Compensation:

• $30–$40 per hour, commensurate with experience, for an average of 20 hours per week.