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Administrative Assistant - Signature Events

Van Andel Research InstituteFull-time2026-09-15 → 2026-11-11

Core

Provide executive administrative support to the Director of Signature Events and the VAI Philanthropy Team, managing calendars, coordinating high-level events and auctions, and handling confidential communications.

Role type

Senior Administrative Assistant (Executive Support)

Builds

Philanthropic signature events, auctions, and internal/external stakeholder operations

Domain

Biomedical research / Non-profit philanthropy

Required skills

Calendar management, Event coordination, Budget tracking, Confidentiality, Written communication, Oral communication, Procurement tracking, Filing systems management, Mail/Email management, Office supply management

Preferred skills

Associate degree, Bachelor's degree, Customer service mindset, Independent work, Team collaboration, Proactive planning, Task prioritization

Technologies

Auction platforms, Expense reporting systems, Filing systems

Responsibilities

Manage complex calendars for the Director and committee meetings; Coordinate planning and execution of signature events and auctions; Prepare monthly expense reports and track budgets; Maintain departmental filing and archiving systems; Manage mail, email, and correspondence; Oversee auction logistics including procurement, packaging, and fulfillment.

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC