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Executive Assistant to CEO

Reporting directly to the CEO, the Executive Assistant provides executive support in a one-on-one working relationship. The Executive Assistant serves as the primary point of contact for internal and external constituencies on all matters pertaining to the Office of the CEO. The Executive Assistant also serves as a liaison to the senior management teams; organizes and coordinates executive outreach and external relations efforts; and oversees special projects. The Executive Assistant must be creative and enjoy working within a small, entrepreneurial environment that is mission-driven, results-driven and community oriented. The ideal individual will have the ability to exercise good judgment in a variety of situations, with strong written and verbal communication, administrative, and organizational skills, and the ability to maintain a realistic balance among multiple priorities. The Executive Assistant will have the ability to work independently on projects, from conception to completion, and must be able to work under pressure at times to handle a wide variety of activities and confidential matters with discretion.


Type: Full Time - Employee

Salary: $62,288.00 a year +Benefits


ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Executive Support

  • Completes a broad variety of administrative tasks for the CEO including: managing an extremely active calendar of appointments; completing expense reports; composing and preparing correspondence that is sometimes confidential; arranging complex and detailed travel plans, itineraries, and agendas; and compiling documents for travel-related meetings.

  • Plans, coordinates and ensures the CEO's schedule is followed and respected. Provides "gatekeeper" and "gateway" role, creating win-win situations for direct access to the CEO's time and office.

  • Communicates directly, and on behalf of the CEO, with Board members, donors, staff, and others, on matters related to CEO's programmatic initiatives.

  • Researches, prioritizes, and follows up on incoming issues and concerns addressed to the CEO, including those of a sensitive or confidential nature. Determines appropriate course of action, referral, or response.

  • Provides a bridge for smooth communication between the CEO’s office and internal departments; demonstrating leadership to maintain credibility, trust and support with senior management staff.

  • Works closely and effectively with the CEO to keep her well informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities, following up appropriately. Acts as a "barometer," having a sense for the issues taking place in the environment and keeping the CEO updated.

  • Provides leadership to build relationships crucial to the success of the organization, and manages a variety of special projects for the CEO, some of which may have organizational impact.

  • Successfully completes critical aspects of deliverables with a hands-on approach, including drafting acknowledgement letters, personal correspondence, and other tasks that facilitate the CEO's ability to effectively lead the company.

  • Prioritizes conflicting needs; handles matters expeditiously, proactively, and follows-through on projects to successful completion, often with deadline pressures.

  • Senior Management Liaison

  • Participates as an adjunct member of the Executive

  • Team including assisting in scheduling meetings and attending all meetings

  • Assists in coordinating the agenda of senior management team meetings and off-sites, and all-staff meetings

  • Facilitates cross-divisional coordination of travel and outreach plans

  • Communications, Partnerships, and Outreach

  • Ensures that the CEO’s bio is kept updated and responds to requests for materials regarding the CEO and the organization in general

  • Edits and completes first drafts for written communications to external stakeholders Strategic Initiatives

  • Works with the Strategic Initiatives team in coordinating the CEO's outreach activities

  • Follows up on contacts made by the President and supports the cultivation of ongoing relationships

  • Edits all, and creates acknowledgement letters from the CEO to donors


QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

  • Strong organizational skills that reflect ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail

  • Very strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders, including staff, board members, external partners and donors

  • Expert level written and verbal communication skills

  • Demonstrated proactive approaches to problem-solving with strong decision-making capability

  • Emotional maturity

  • Highly resourceful team-player, with the ability to also be extremely effective independently

  • Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion, be adaptable to various competing demands, and demonstrate the highest level of customer/client service and response

  • Demonstrated ability to achieve high performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast paced environment

  • Forward looking thinker, who actively seeks opportunities and proposes solutions

  • Education and Experience Requirements

  • Strong work tenure: five to 10 years of experience supporting C-Level Executives, preferably in a non-profit organization

  • Experience and interest in internal and external communications, partnership development, and fundraising

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat, and Social Media web platforms.

  • Entrepreneurial Mindset


Benefits:

  • Medical / Dental / Vision

  • Vacation & Sick Time

  • 401K


Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by any applicant to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, this position is regularly required to communicate with and receive communications from DMMSI interns, contractors, employees, and vendors/clients in real time using online and other electronic media.


Location: Pasadena/Azusa Area.

Additional Notes: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the contractor for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

DMMSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


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