San Diego Foundation

About the Company

We adhere to a deeply ethical approach to philanthropy, one that holds ourselves accountable to being a trustworthy partner and to approach our work with humility and respect for the expertise of the communities we serve and of the government, nonprofit, business sectors and individuals with whom we collaborate. We will be open-minded, learn constantly, listen carefully to different experiences and different perspectives, build strong and diverse coalitions, support community engagement, and engage in shared decision-making.

For more than 50 years, The Foundation and our donors have granted more than $1 billion to grow a vibrant San Diego region. Learn more on our website: SDFoundation.org.

Listed Jobs

Company Name

San Diego Foundation

Job Title

Administrative Assistant, Marketing & Communications

Job Description

Job Title: Administrative Assistant, Marketing & Communications Role Summary: Supports marketing and communications operations, project coordination, and event logistics, ensuring brand alignment and efficient administrative processes. Expactations: Minimum 3+ years administrative experience in a professional environment; nonprofit sector experience preferred. Proven time management, multitasking, and discretion with sensitive information. Key Responsibilities: - Coordinate cross-departmental projects via Asana, tracking timelines and resolving issues - Organize meetings, draft documentation, and manage shared communication channels (email, ticketing systems) - Oversee event logistics, including vendor coordination, material preparation, and on-site support for in-person/virtual events - Maintain digital and physical databases, promotional inventories, and brand assets - Track budgets, process financial transactions, and ensure compliance with brand standards - Support content distribution, data reporting, and stakeholder communication Required Skills: Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel), Asana, Microsoft Teams, SharePoint; database management; event coordination; written/verbal communication; customer service; data analysis. Required Education & Certifications: Associate degree in Communications, Marketing, Business, or related field preferred; equivalent professional experience acceptable. Familiarity with CRM systems (e.g., Blackbaud/Raiser’s Edge) advantageous.

San diego, United states

Hybrid

02-02-2026