Executive Assistant

Alliance for Justice is a national association of over 100 organizations, representing a broad array of groups committed to progressive values and the creation of an equitable, just, and free society. AFJ works to ensure that the federal judiciary advances core constitutional values, preserves human rights and unfettered access to the courts, and adheres to the even-handed administration of justice for all Americans. It is the leading expert on the legal framework for nonprofit advocacy efforts, providing definitive information, resources, and technical assistance that encourages organizations and their funding partners to fully exercise their right to be active participants in the democratic process.

 

The Executive Assistant is a highly valued member of the executive team who provides personal administrative support and assistance to AFJ’s President and Executive Vice President (EVP) in a fast paced environment. Reporting to the President and EVP, this position plays a key role in managing work flow and sharing internal information to ensure efficiency.  Primary responsibilities include:

• Providing administrative support to the President and Executive Vice President,
• Schedule meetings and plan travel for President and Executive Vice President
• Prepare and edit materials for meetings
• Answer incoming calls for President from the media, donors, board members, and colleague organizations
• Liaise with internal staff at all levels
• Organize and track files and correspondence
• Prepare and distribute materials to the Board of Directors
• Take minutes of meetings of Board of Directors
• Conduct research, collect and analyze information for reports
• Perform other duties as required

Qualifications:

• BA degree or equivalent work experience
• 1 + years’ experience in an organizational setting
• Excellent computer skills (strong familiarity with Microsoft suite)
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks and competing priorities simultaneously
• Ability to handle pressure with ease
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Highly detail oriented
• Excellent proofreading capability

Compensation:

$31,000-$35,000.  Position includes health insurance and other benefits.

Application:

To apply by mail, send resume, cover letter and salary requirements to:

Executive Assistant Search
Alliance for Justice
11 Dupont Circle, NW, 2nd Floor
Washington, D.C. 20036

Or email Alliance@afj.org
Or fax to (202) 822-6068

To apply online, click the button below.

Alliance for Justice is an Equal Opportunity Employer

 

If you have difficulty with the online application, materials may be submitted via email to alliance@afj.org. Please include the job title in the subject line of the email.