Executive Assistant - Stand Together
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- Executive Assistant
- Job Location
- Washington, DC
- Job Description
- Americans for Prosperity (AFP) is the premier grassroots organization focused on advocating solutions to the country’s greatest challenges. We recognize that tens of millions of Americans are frustrated with the extreme partisanship in government that keeps common-sense reforms from being passed, and instead seek to stand with policy leaders who are committed to finding a better way.Americans for Prosperity is seeking an Executive Assistant to support several members of our Government Affairs leadership team!We’re looking for someone who is not only passionate about public policy and politics but also excels in administrative tasks. This person should be adept at understanding their principal’s business needs and be proactive in addressing them. Success in this role requires thoughtful execution and a strategic approach, with a keen ability to connect task management to organizational goals while maintaining confidentiality and a strong sense of urgency. Your enthusiasm for contributing to our Government Affairs team will be vital in ensuring smooth operations and achieving our objectives.Does this description resonate with you? Apply today!As an Executive Assistant at Americans for Prosperity (AFP), you’ll play a crucial role in supporting our mission to advance policies that enhance people’s lives. Join us and make a meaningful impact on the issues that matter most.Your Responsibilities Include
- Calendar management. Build and maintain a deep understanding of priorities to effectively allocate the principal's time. Prioritize a high volume of inquiries and requests while troubleshooting conflicts for your team. Make judgements on time and recommendations grounded in strategic priorities to ensure smooth day-to-day engagements.
- Meeting preparation and participation. Assemble meeting agendas, record meeting minutes and notes, and oversee A/V needs and action items.
- General administrative support. Process invoice payments, reconcile receipts and expense reports on behalf of the leaders, and book and coordinate travel, itineraries, and logistics.
- Identify areas to increase efficiency and innovate to improve administrative processes. Collaborate with internal and external Executive Assistants to understand prioritization and make trade-offs. Identify and learn new tools and techniques to elevate the level of support and partnership the administrative team can give.
- Own and contribute to team and organizational projects and operational improvements as needed
Knowledge and Skills You Bring to the Organization- 4+ years of professional experience
- Professional manner and strong interpersonal communication skills, written and verbal
- Excellent organizational skills with sharp attention to detail and the ability to think ahead, problem solve, engage proactively, and take initiative
- Have a collaborative approach to work; give and receive feedback respectfully
- Ability to think strategically about the principal's time as an allocation of resources
- Demonstrate a high level of confidentiality, sense of judgment, and ability to improvise and creatively problem-solve while maintaining composure
- Ability to provide articulate and concise oral and written communications
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook (including expertise with Outlook’s calendar function), and PowerPoint
- A clear understanding of and excitement for AFP's vision and mission
Stand Out Candidates May Also Bring- Proficiency with expense reporting software, such as Concur
- Proficiency with Salesforce
- Proficiency with Airtable
- Experience on Capitol Hill and/or at a Government Affairs shop
What We Offer- A meaningful career where your work will improve the lives of millions of Americans
- A vision-driven organization of over 1,000 employees across the country who are dedicated to improving the lives of others
- Competitive salaries and bonuses. Our salary and bonus strategies are aligned to the value you create, not a standardized bell curve
- Generous 401K match - 6% match with immediate vesting
- Competitive health and wellness benefits
- Our flexible time-off policy allows all employees to take planned and unplanned time off as needed
- Mileage reimbursement for business travel separate from your commute
- Commuter assistance plans to offset the cost of commuting into our headquarters (on-site parking or metro)
- Opportunities for professional development and mentorship that can strengthen your effectiveness through Principle Based Management and other industry specific programs
For this position we anticipate paying between $90,000 - $120,000 per year. Actual amount may be higher or lower based on various factors such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. Employees may be eligible to participate in our benefits programs which include medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts, life insurance, AD&D, disability, retirement, paid vacation, paid parental leave and educational assistance. Specific eligibility criteria are defined by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy, or guideline.
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Stand Together Company Size
Between 5,000 - 10,000 employees
Stand Together Founded Year
2003