Job Description

• Manage special projects for the CEO;
• Support and coordinate projects with other departments of the Agency;
• Prepare policy briefings, talking points, presentations and proposals for internal and external meetings;
• Schedule, prepare materials and notes, and ensure follow-up for various leadership and staff meetings;
• Support the President & CEO in advancing government relations, facilitating interactions with city officials, and driving advocacy and partnership initiatives.
• Work with the Executive Assistant to the President and CEO to ensure the President & CEO is prepared for meetings and events
• Support the President & CEO’s management of leadership team meetings and management of those members
• Draft and edit various documents including internal/external correspondence and legislative testimony;
• Research and prepare briefing materials for key materials and presentations;
• Participate in meetings, taskforces and workgroups both internally externally;
• Manages the Administrative Assistant and the staff assigned to the Agency’s Front Desk;
• Other responsibilities, as required.

• BA/BS Degree required
• Excellent written, oral and interpersonal skills
• Excellent research, analytical, planning and organizational skill
• Ability to work independently, exercise professional judgment, and have discretion
• Team-oriented and flexible
• Proficient in Microsoft, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Previous supervisory experience preferred
• Support the mission, vision and values of The Chicago Lighthouse.