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Calvert Foundation is an industry leader with an entrepreneurial spirit and approach to our work. Our team consists of bright, energetic and talented people who have a passion for making a difference in the world by helping underserved communities.

Part-time Office and Human Resources Administrator

Are you known for superb organizational skills? Are you looking for part-time work that is meaningful and rewarding? Do you want flexibility in setting your own schedule?

We are looking for an Office and Human Resources Administrator to work about 30 hours per week (M-F, 9 am – 3 pm, with some flexibility to set your own schedule). Our office is located 2 blocks south of the Bethesda metro stop (red line).

Specific responsibilities of this position include the functional areas of Office Administration and HR Administration:

  • Work closely with the CFO and the Controller on our pending office relocation, and then handle all areas of building administration and office supplies
  • Coordinate our property, liability and related insurance program
  • Coordinate the logistics of our interviewing, hiring, and on-boarding process, which is especially critical as we enter a period of rapid staff expansion
  • Handle employee relations medical and other benefits interface
  • Over time, update and recommend improvements to our Human Resources policies and procedures; organize our HR files.

 
What we need from you:

  • Meticulous attention to detail – particularly in your organizational skills
  • Willingness to tackle a variety of tasks – from something as basic as filing to something as important as employee interface regarding medical insurance benefit questions
  • Flexibility and patience – things move quickly here, so there is a need to be adaptable to change

Qualifications:

  • Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office suite of programs
  • Ability to prioritize and communicate effectively.  Must work well with a variety of people.
  • Experience in office and HR administration
  • Solid sense of commitment and responsibility, with a desire to be proactive and take initiative
  • Interest in social issues, particularly microfinance and affordable housing
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred

Hourly compensation range of $18 - $23/hr.  We offer an excellent benefits package for staff working 30 hours per week or more that includes medical and dental insurance, a transportation subsidy, and more.

Interested candidates should send their cover letter and resume to jobs@calvertfoundation.org with "Office and Human Resources Administrator" in the subject line.

Investment Officer, Community Investment Partners

Calvert Foundation seeks an experienced lending professional to serve as the Community Investment Partners (CIP) Investment Officer. The responsibilities of this position include overseeing and providing ongoing client services and support to CIP clients and overseeing the credit quality of loans within client portfolios. We are looking for an individual who seeks to use her/his experience and education to make a difference in the world and help channel capital to underprivileged communities in the United States and abroad in a fast growing, entrepreneurial environment. The Investment Officer reports to the Vice President of Community Investment Partners.
This position is based in Bethesda, MD. Excellent benefit package that includes medical, dental, life, 401(k), transportation subsidy, and more. This position will require travel.

Responsibilities of the CIP Investment Officer:

  • Manage client projects to ensure all responsibilities are effectively delegated and deliverables are on schedule.
  • Frequent communication with clients to ensure high level of service delivery. Respond to requests from clients.
  • Coordinate service delivery between Foundation departments to ensure staff and other resources are appropriately coordinated to respond to future client needs.
  • Contribute portfolio strategies for the client portfolios that balance social, financial and risk preferences. Diverse client portfolios include investments in CDFI’s, Affordable Housing Developers and Lenders, Microfinance, and other mission based organizations.
  • Work with the team of Investment Officers in the identification of new borrower relationships, monitoring of existing relationships, and workout of troubled credits.
  • Prepare and present program, investment, and policy recommendations to the client’s Executives, Board and Committee members.
  • Regular communication to clients on the status of portfolio performance. Coordinate report preparation, produce additional reports as needed.
  • Integrate new clients into processes and systems to ensure smooth transition.
  • New product and service development. Assist on proposals for presentation to potential clients.
  • Work cooperatively within the Foundation to develop more efficient systems, processes and information flow.
  • Participate in the development of strategies for continuing to grow the Community Investment Partners business.

Education and experience required:

  • Bachelors degree required, an advanced degree in a relevant field is a plus. Knowledge of finance and accounting essential.
  • 5 – 10 years experience in lending required; customer service oriented experience essential. A background in lending to Community Development Finance Institutions (CDFIs) and/or Affordable Housing Developers and Lenders is preferable.
  • Excellent customer service and communication skills.
  • Entrepreneurial, highly motivated, and ability to work independently as well as working as part of a team.
  • Creativity and sense of humor a plus.

Community Investment Partners is the Advisory and Asset Management Services program of the Foundation, where we work with clients to realize their community investment goals. Clients include high-profile foundations, corporations and high- net worth individuals with a commitment to community investment. Our client’s capital finances affordable housing, micro-businesses and essential community services, domestically and internationally. 

Interested Candidates should forward a resume to jobs@calvertfoundation.org with Investment Officer in the subject line or mail to Calvert Foundation at 7315 Wisconsin Avenue Suite 1100W, Bethesda, MD 20814.