Overview
Mission Advancement Operations Assistant Jobs in Lake Orion, MI at Guest House, Inc.
Title: Mission Advancement Operations Assistant
Company: Guest House, Inc.
Location: Lake Orion, MI
Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and highly organized Mission Advancement Operations Assistant to join our team!
The Mission Advancement Operations Assistant is the Board of Trustees liaison and provides high-level administrative, operational, and programmatic support to the Mission Advancement Director. This role is essential to the success of Guest House’s fundraising, donor stewardship, events, board operations, and digital engagement. The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, mission-driven, and comfortable balancing executive-level administrative work with hands-on support for events, communications, and donor engagement initiatives. This position plays a key role in advancing the mission of Guest House through excellent coordination, communication, and follow-through.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Board & Governance Support
· Assist the Board Chair and President/CEO with all Board of Trustees and committee meetings
· Prepare agendas and organize quarterly board materials
· Upload and manage board documents using OnBoard meeting software
· Support Board Trustees with communication, travel arrangements, and logistics as needed
Executive & Administration Support
· Serve as primary administrative support to Mission Advancement leadership
· Prepare, manage, and distribute correspondence, memoranda, reports, and presentations
· Coordinate special projects and assist with project tracking and timelines
· Schedule meetings, prepare agendas, and record and distribute meeting minutes
· Create PowerPoint presentations and other materials as needed
· Maintain organized physical and digital filing systems
Mission Advancement & Communications Support
· Assist the Mission Advancement Department with appeals, campaigns, and special initiatives
· Support donor and sponsor stewardship activities, including acknowledgements and follow-up
· Enter accurate data into acknowledgment templates and CRM systems
· Print, assemble, and mail sponsor certificates, tax acknowledgment letters, and personalized thank-you notes
· All staff monthly newsletters
Social Media & Digital Coordination
· Assist with building and maintaining a year-round social media content calendar
· Coordinate daily posting across active social media channels
· Create social media graphics and templates using Canva
· Schedule posts using Loomly or other social media management tools
· Gather and organize digital assets including photos, media, and campaign content
Event Operations Support
Provide coordination and hands-on support for Guest House fundraising events, including but not limited to:
· Golf Classic
· Run Over Addiction
· Bishop’s Dinner
· Additional fundraising and mission-related events
Pre-Event Support
· Maintain accurate attendee and registration lists
· Confirm teams, table assignments, bib numbers, and guest details
· Coordinate with vendors and sponsors regarding materials and logistics
Day-of Event Support
· Assist with event set-up and tear-down
· Coordinate signage, banners, registration materials, and supplies
· Support sponsors, guests, and vendors as needed
· Capture real-time photos and content for social media
Post-Event Support
· Coordinate sponsor recognition across social media and website
· Archive photos, documents, and event records
· Track and confirm delivery of sponsor benefits
Sponsor & Vendor Coordination
· Assist with fulfilling sponsor benefits and branded materials
· Communicate with sponsors to collect ads, logos, and promotional materials
· Maintain a sponsor fulfillment tracker
· Organize and manage marketing and event inventory
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
· Bachelor’s degree required
Experience & Skills:
· Strong written and verbal communication skills
· Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail
· Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
· Experience with project management software
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office and web-based applications
· Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment
Preferred Knowledge:
· Knowledge of the Catholic Church
· Experience with OnBoard Software
· Familiarity with behavioral health and addiction recovery
· Understanding of nonprofit development and fundraising operations
Join us in making a meaningful impact by supporting our mission through efficient operations! We value energetic team players who bring enthusiasm, professionalism, and a proactive attitude to their work every day.
