What are the responsibilities and job description for the EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT position at Foundation for Advanced Education in the Sciences, Inc.?
Job Title : Executive Assistant to the CEO
Location : Bethesda, MD (On-site for 2-4 days per week, some telework available)
Job Title : Executive Assistant to the CEO
About the Role :
The Executive Assistant (EA) to the CEO / Executive Director (CEO) will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of the executive office. This position requires a dynamic individual who can manage the CEO's schedule, support fundraising and business development efforts, provide day-to-day administrative support, and assist the Board of Directors. The EA will also serve as a backup for various administrative tasks working closely with the Director of Administration.
Key Responsibilities :
Executive and Administrative Support :
- Proactively manage the CEO's calendar, make travel arrangements, handle reservations, and organize internal and external meetings, special events, and all-staff gatherings.
- Prepare and track budgets for meetings, special events, and all-staff gatherings.
- Attend meetings assigned by the CEO, take minutes, identify action items, and work with managers to assign and track these items.
- Provide comprehensive support to the Board of Directors, including maintaining calendars, arranging meeting logistics, managing contact lists, and handling Board packets and documents.
- Draft, review, and proof-read correspondence, presentations, reports, and other communications to internal and external stakeholders.
- Review service and technology contracts for accuracy, compliance, and proper adherence to FAES contract standards prior to CEO and / or legal review, flagging potential issues for management, accounting, or legal teams.
- Create internal newsletters and weekly update emails in collaboration with department heads.
- Prepare monthly expense reports for the CEO.
- Provide other administrative assistance as needed.
Fundraising and Business Development Support :
Requirements :
Salary Range $70K - $85K
FAES is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status or other protected class based on local, state or national regulations.
Salary : $70,000 - $85,000
