Executive Assistant

Posted November 21, 2024
Compensation Up to $65,000 annually
LocationWashington D.C.
Job Type Direct Hire
Industry Other
Work ModelHybrid

Job Description

The Ford Agency is actively recruiting for a proactive and poised Executive Assistant to support a busy CEO of a well-established academic non-profit. The role provides all-around administrative, logistical, development, and event support. The successful candidate will have at least demonstrated administrative support experience in a professional environment, be organized, and looking for a role that is dynamic.
 
Responsibilities Include:
  • Manage a busy calendar and coordinate travel
  • Handle logistics for internal and external meetings and events
  • Assist development team with donor-related initiatives
  • Assist with the annual award process
  • Coordinate logistics for various events, programs, and projects as needed
 
Qualifications Include:
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • 2+ years of professional administrative experience; higher education or non-profit experience preferred
  • Superb customer service skills
  • Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
  • Proficient in MS Office
  • Professional communication skills and writing skills
 
Candidates for this position must be based in DC, MD, or VA area or have independent plans for relocation.
 
The Ford Agency is a recruiting firm based in Washington, DC. We represent a broad range of organizations including: non-profits, associations, legal, consulting, and government relations firms. This position is an opening with one of our clients.