The Context
Founded in 2021, Edge Collaborative (“Edge”) is a civic incubator that partners with public, private, and nonprofit organizations to tackle systemic economic challenges in Stockton. With a focus on three key areas – jobs and workforce, climate, and community wealth – Edge seeds and supports partner-led initiatives with a range of tools. These tools include access to capital, talent, policy support, and coalition-building. Edge Collaborative is seeking an Operations Advisor who is excited to manage the operations of a young, growing organization.
The nature of this role, and of this work, is highly dynamic and iterative - as we aspire to serve the needs of the community and be responsive to funders. As a result, high standards for creativity, patience and communication will be required to balance the needs of both sets of stakeholders - and navigate corresponding shifts to work plans.
Position Overview
As an independent contractor, the Portfolio Aide at Edge Collaborative will focus on the monitoring and execution of Edge’s partner-led project portfolio. This 14-month role will work closely with a small, local team -- with regular input from the Director of Economic Innovation, 1-3 technical assistance providers, and Edge’s internal operations team. The Portfolio Aide will serve as the operational backbone of the portfolio: building systems to track progress, keeping the team accountable to commitments, and ensuring that our tools and processes support effective collaboration and communication. The ideal candidate should combine a deep desire to serve the community, and an exceptional attention to detail and follow-up.
This is a hybrid role, with an expectation to be in the office at least 3x a week. While regional candidates are welcome to apply, priority will be given to qualified applicants from Stockton.
Length of contract: 14 months with extension opportunity
Contract size: $87,500 - depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience