Kalamazoo Forward Ventures (KZFV) is a catalyst for equity, empowering underrepresented founders, unique startups, and driven innovators with the capital, expertise, and resources they need to thrive. As the first Black-owned investment fund in Southwest Michigan, KZFV is dedicated to making a difference through strategic investments that drive economic impact and create opportunities for underserved entrepreneurs and developers.
In this pivotal moment for our company, we're seeking a dedicated Administrative Professional to support our team and transform complexity into seamless execution. This individual is highly organized, service-oriented, and thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. As a key member of our team, you'll play a vital role in ensuring smooth operations, balancing the opportunities to support our partners, and keeping our organizational systems running efficiently.
Responsibilities:
Manage and coordinate the administrative needs of our partners and VC firm interactions.
Prioritize and handle multiple tasks, from calendar management to logistics and operations support.
Oversee technology and facility-related concerns, ensuring everything from light switches to vendor relations runs smoothly.
Handle basic accounting duties and vendor coordination.
Process application forms and coordinate pitch meetings, including scheduling and follow-ups.
Manage inbound communications, send thoughtful outbound communications, and organize meeting setups.
Assist with community engagement efforts, arranging events, hospitality needs, and advisory meetings.
Process reimbursements, oversee bill payments, and prepare financial reports as directed by our financial partner.
Bring order to chaos, finding solutions, and keeping processes structured.
Qualifications & Skills:
Service-oriented, motivated achiever, responsible, adaptable, and skilled at organizing and prioritizing.
Proven experience in basic bookkeeping and accounting, ideally in a financial or startup environment.
Comfortable with event planning and operational tasks, driven by the aspiration to grow alongside our fund.
Exceptional multitasking, communication, and logistical coordination abilities.
A proactive mindset and a passion for creating efficient systems and supporting our company's mission.
Ready to Join Us? Apply today and be a part of the KZFV journey, where your organizational talents and operational expertise will make a real difference.