Organizational Overview:
The Merchants Fund (TMF) was founded in 1854 by Philadelphia merchants to support each other during times of economic hardship. It evolved from the Mercantile Beneficial Association, an organization dedicated to providing business advice, networking opportunities, and protection from financial failure or default due to illness, old age, or disability at a time in our nation’s history when there were no pension plans, or health or disability insurance. Today, TMF continues to fulfill the mission and vision of our founders by providing small grants to small businesses that demonstrate financial need. We prioritize support for businesses that are critical to the communities they serve, and those that are owned by women, people of color, and immigrants.
Position Overview:
The Operations Manager (OM) is the primary administrative and operations person at TMF. The ideal candidate is deeply committed to small businesses in Philadelphia or is a former small business owner themselves. Most importantly, they manage the daily operations of TMF while supporting TMF’s grant making process and overseeing the grants management system. The OM is responsible for office management, grants management, accounts payable, benefits administration and insurance compliance. This core role requires excellent interpersonal skills, a keen eye for detail, a willingness to learn, and an individual who embraces working on a close team to support small business in Philadelphia.