To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter to phvcareers@powerhouse-ventures.co with the subject line ‘Your First and Last Name - Special Assistant to the CEO’ 

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis but with a preference for applications submitted before April 13th. We are unable to do informational interviews at this time, so if in doubt, please apply. 

Entities: Powerhouse Ventures & Powerhouse Innovation

Reports to: CEO & Founder

Location: Oakland, CA - in office 4 days per week 

About Powerhouse Ventures
Powerhouse Ventures backs seed-stage founders building innovative software to advance clean energy, mobility, and industry. With deep sector expertise and an unparalleled network, Powerhouse Ventures is uniquely positioned to identify and support category-defining companies.

About Powerhouse Innovation
Powerhouse Innovation is a best-in-class consulting firm that partners with leading corporations, investors, and utilities to source and evaluate disruptive startups shaping the future of energy and industry. 

Who are we looking for?

Powerhouse is hiring a Special Assistant to the CEO to play a critical role supporting senior leadership and helping drive the day-to-day operations of our growing organization. This role is ideal for a passionate, highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment, communicates clearly, and enjoys owning complex logistics while helping teams execute effectively. The Special Assistant will work most closely with Emily Kirsch, Founder & CEO of Powerhouse Innovation and Managing Partner of Powerhouse Ventures, while also occasionally supporting senior leadership across both organizations. This role offers direct exposure to the inner workings of a venture capital firm and innovation platform, including leadership decision-making, investor relationships, partnerships, and company-building initiatives.

Working closely with the CEO and the broader Powerhouse team, this individual will gain visibility across every part of our ecosystem from venture investing and startup partnerships to events, community building, and strategic initiatives. It’s a unique opportunity for someone early in their career who is excited to learn quickly and operate at the center of a dynamic organization.

What you will be working on:

Executive Support

• Provide high-level executive support for the CEO, including inbox management, CRM support, scheduling, meeting coordination, and travel planning

• Work closely with the CEO to help manage priorities and improve efficiency across both organizations

Events & Offsites

• Support event execution for key priorities

• Lead planning and logistics for:

  • Quarterly Offsites

  • Conference and on-site happy hours

  • Additional internal or external events as needed

Office & Team Operations

• Provide general office management support

• Own scheduling support for the CEO and EVP and occasionally for other members of the leadership team 

• Support teamwide speaking engagements by managing logistics and travel

• Coordinate weekly virtual team lunches, including leading discussion topic planning

Processes & Administration

• Support hiring, including candidate intake, screening coordination, and maintaining organized records

• Other process and admin support as required
  
  

About you:

Experience

• A Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of two years of relevant full-time experience

Demonstrated skills

• Extremely organized and detail-oriented

• Excellent communication skills and high EQ

• Ability to work autonomously and proactively 

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and ambiguous environment on a small team

• Ability to manage multiple, high-priority projects and work streams

• Passion for working in energy, mobility, and industrial innovation 

• Fluency in G-Suite tools

Diversity 

We encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+, and anyone with an experience historically underrepresented in companies, board rooms, and venture funds to apply. We are committed to pro-DE&I policies and practices. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and growth-oriented environment for all members of our team.

Compensation

The target salary range for this position is $70K-$80K, with the potential to be higher for a highly experienced candidate with an exceptional skill set. Competitive pay will be offered commensurate with qualifications, and competitive benefits will be provided including comprehensive medical plans, 401(k) plan, flexible time off, and an annual professional development budget.