Portage Health Foundation Executive Director Kevin Store is back on the PHF Podcast to talk about some huge things happening at the Foundation with the postings of four new positions. The positions are all posted at phfgive.org/careers and applications are currently being accepted for the openings.
In the podcast Store outlines the latest happenings at the foundation that led to these positions all being posted as well as what people can expect from PHF as an employer. Below are descriptions of all four positions.
- Director, Finance - The Director of Finance reports directly to the Executive Director and will provide administrative oversight of PHF and its affiliates accounting. The Director of Finance will work directly with the Board of Directors as well as the Finance and Investment Committee to ensure the overall financial accounting and administration of PHF’s (and its affiliates) operations. This shall include all accounting, finance and investment management, payroll, and compliance with all local, state, and federal laws and accreditation standards while developing relationships that will inure to the benefit PHF’s efforts to protect and enhance its charitable assets.
- Program Coordinator, (Bridges out of Poverty) - The Bridges out of Poverty (BOP) Coordinator is the key liaison of PHF’s community based anti-poverty initiative. The Program Coordinator’s primary role is to engage and educate the community on the complexities of poverty; provide opportunities to convene various stakeholders to assess, identify and implement strategies to combat poverty; work with various employers to establish employee resource networks (ERN), recruit, prepare and facilitate “Getting Ahead” attendees and classes; support Getting Ahead Cohorts; and conduct/present community-based workshops related to the BOP approach for community partners and businesses.
- Administrative Assistant - The Administrative Assistant will provide office management and clerical support to the Ex. Director and other management staff members. As the (generally) first point of contact with PHF, strong customer service, phone, and interpersonal skills will be necessary. This is a key position in maintaining the integrity of the organization’s documentation, external communication with vendors, donors and PHF community partners.
- Student (Paid) Internship - Portage Health Foundation seeks to provide interested students with experiential learning and career development opportunities that complement their academic performance with direct practical experience that leads to intentional, reflective learning. Such opportunities are well recognized as having a positive impact on students’ academic, personal, and career growth.
In addition to talking about the new career opportunities, Store discussed upcoming projects for the year including the launch of Bridges Out of Poverty, discussions about a potential wellness campus, scholarship opportunities and an update on granting.
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