Franklin Forum // Executive Assistant // Washington, DC

[jo...@thefranklinforum.org]

TO APPLY

Applicants should email jo...@thefranklinforum.org and must include a cover letter, resume, and any salary requirements.  Email MUST reference “Executive Assistant” in the subject line.

We believe that employees from diverse backgrounds and experience are critical to achieving our goals and therefore, we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

FRANKLIN FORUM

The Franklin Forum is a media training and messaging organization that coaches TV pundits, non-profit leaders – and through the Franklin Forum PAC, political candidates – on communications strategy.

POSITION

The Executive Assistant will be responsible for supporting the President in the areas of administration, scheduling, and logistics and for supporting the Franklin Forum Team’s organizational needs.This position requires judgment, discretion and drive. Strong writing and people skills a plus. The position will provide exposure to national politics, the progressive movement, and allow for the development of media and messaging skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES

For the President:

• Managing the following tasks:
• maintaining calendar and contact information
• making all travel arrangements
• preparing expense reports
• maintaining, managing, and updating a daily task list
• Acting as “traffic control” interface with both internal and external constituents
  
• Preparing correspondence and other written material, including drafting, editing and proofreading for accuracy, proper grammar and style consistency
  
• Assisting with occasional projects and administration as necessary
  

For the organization:

• Assisting in planning special events, presentations, and conferences
  
• Managing staff calendar and office needs, including preparing for team meetings
  
• Providing support on special projects, including research projects, as needed
  
• Equipment set-up and maintenance

QUALIFICATIONS

• Superior organization, scheduling, and prioritization skills, and great attention to detail;
  
• Exemplary written and verbal communications skills;
  
• Self-motivated with a track record of problem solving;
  
• Ability to work with diverse populations and institutions;
  
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment and multi-task without sacrificing detail, quality or deadlines;
• Superior discretion and diplomacy in handling confidential and sensitive issues;
  
• Very strong and demonstrated computer skills, including extensive experience and expert proficiency with MS Office suite, (especially Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and well versed in Internet research;
• Sense of humor, ability to have fun, interest in building a strong culture and high performing team; and, 
• Bachelor’s degree required.

BASED IN: Washington, DC
POSITIONS AVAILABLE: One
START DATE: Immediately
TRAVEL: Some travel may be required.
SALARY: Commensurate with experience, education, and ability
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