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The Brookings Institution is a nonprofit public policy organization based in Washington, DC. Our mission is to conduct in-depth research that leads to new ideas for solving problems facing society at the local, national and global level.
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We bring together leading experts in government and academia from all over the world, rooted in open-minded inquiry and representing diverse points of view, who provide the highest quality research, policy recommendations, and analysis. Research topics cover a full range of public policy issues in economics, foreign policy, development, governance and metropolitan policy.
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With fair and transparent business practices, clear communication, mutual respect, and a collaborative atmosphere that offers both professional and personal development opportunities, Brookings offers an inclusive and welcoming workplace that values the efforts of all contributors.
The Executive Office (EO) moves the Brookings mission forward by supporting and guiding the research programs, external affairs, and business operations of the Institution. The EO consists of the Presidents office and the President's support team and aims to communicate regularly and transparently with Brookings staff about whats happening at the institutional level.
Position Location : This position requires three to four days a week of in-person work onsite in our Washington, DC office, depending on the needs of the office.
Responsibilities:Ready to contribute to Brookings success?
The Executive Assistant to the Senior Vice President of Finance and Chief Operating Officer (SVP) partners with the SVP to provide the administrative and business process support required for the effective functioning of the their office. The Executive Assistant coordinates with internal and external stakeholders to process, distribute, and prioritize incoming requests for the SVPs time, provides value-add management of the SVPs calendar, including ensuring the SVP has the information needed to ensure effective meetings and events. Also manages travel arrangements and expense processing; coordinates special projects as directed, and proactively solves logistical and/or process challenges on behalf of the SVP.
Daily Executive Administrative Support (50%)
Priority Management & Coordination (50%)
Ready to make an impact? In this role, you will support Brookings values of collegiality, respect, inclusion, diversity and community, and bring the following qualifications:
Education/Experience Requirments
Bachelors degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience required. Minimum five years of related professional administrative work experience that includes experience in providing scheduling and special assistance to executive level staff of an organization/office. Must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
Knowledge/Skill Requirements
Demonstrated ability to deploy high-level judgement, discretion, and hold confidentiality. Ability to think ahead and plan proactively in a dynamic, evolving, and fast paced environment. Ability to lead with curiosity to attain the information and perspectives required to produce deeply value-add work. A tactful and mature demeanor with ability to interact with all levels of internal and external stakeholders, especially deploying excellent written and oral communication skills. Acute attention to detail and relentless commitment to follow-through. Strong project management skills; self-starter; cooperative and flexible. A demonstrated ability to work independently as well as with a team.
Additional Information
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What can we offer you? Brookings provides a generous benefit package that is comprehensive and includes both traditional benefits and unique offerings. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision benefits, generous time off, and workplace flexibility. For more information, please visit Brookings Benefits.
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Brookings requires that all applicants submit a cover letter and resume. Please attach your cover letter and resume as one document when you apply.? Please note: if you have applied to more than one Brookings job opening you should add a position-specific cover letter as a separate attachment.
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Successful completion of a background investigation is required for employment at Brookings.
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Brookings welcomes and celebrates diversity in all its forms.? We welcome applications that reflect a variety of backgrounds based on ideology, race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, first generation college goers, and other factors protected by law. Brookings is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Full Time
$89k-114k (estimate)
09/11/2024
09/24/2024
brookings.edu
Washington, DC
1,000 - 3,000