Administrative Assistant
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Administrative Assistant is a key member of Media Matters' Executive Department and is the primary team member who provides administrative support to the President/CEO. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of articulate oral and written communication skills, providing administrative support, and maintaining a high degree of confidentiality. A self-starting and results-oriented work style is critical in this role.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide general administrative support to the President/CEO including management of incoming correspondence, meeting and event planning, and external inquiries
Compose memos and briefings to prepare President/CEO for meetings and various external events
Maintain internal database of contacts and activities
Conduct research on a variety of issues of importance and relevance to the President/CEO
Communicate to internal and external contacts regarding events, agendas, meetings, and other activities of the President/CEO
Provide support to the Assistant to the President/CEO as necessary and maintain essential duties of the Assistant in their absence
Travel as necessary with the President/CEO to provide administrative and logistical support.
COMPETENCIES/QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management of closely related academic discipline preferred; 2 or more years experience in an administrative support role highly desirable
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
Proven and highly effective organizational and communication (both written and oral) skills
Experience in conducting and compiling research using the Internet and Lexis-Nexis preferred
Current driver’s license and clean driving record required
Professional, pleasant conduct and high degree of maintaining confidentiality required
Ability to multitask and shift priorities; aptitude for working under tight deadlines
Commitment to the organizational mission and ideology in order to effectively promote and advance the goals of Media Matters
Ability to excel in a team-based, participatory environment as well as work autonomously; good sense of humor a plus.
HOW TO APPLY:
To apply, please send your resume and cover letter (including salary requirements) as Word or pdf attachments to: careers@mediamatters.org
Stimulating, challenging workplace, excellent benefits, and competitive salary provided. We respond to applicants only to schedule an interview or if we require additional information; therefore, no phone calls, please.
Media Matters for America is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
