Executive Assistant to the Chair / Finance Assistant at the Florida Democratic Party

[Florida Democratic Party]

The Florida Democratic Party is looking for a dedicated and energetic Executive Assistant to the Chair / Finance Assistant. Under the general supervision of the Finance Director, the Executive Assistant will be an integral part of the Finance Operation assisting in FDP’s fundraising, donor prospecting, donor management, donor membership programs and database operations to ensure the Finance Plan Goals are met.

This position will require an individual to be a self-starter, capable of working independently in a fast-paced political environment.

Responsibilities include:

• Work with finance staff on upkeep and maintenance of party database
• Perform extensive prospective donor research
• Prep for call time with the chair; staff call time
• Assist with drafting fundraising email and communications
• Ensuring event goals are met or exceeded
• Manage the chair’s daily schedule, coordinate travel, book flight, hotel and car reservations
• Coordinate logistics for and staff events
• Evaluate and organize all incoming meeting and event requests; work closely with the chair to ensure smooth operations

Finance Assistant/Scheduler Qualifications:

• Applicants must be highly organized and have the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• A true self-starter who is a detail-oriented team player
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage a lot of projects simultaneously and cheerfully
• Ideal candidates are flexible, responsive, collaborative, work well under pressure and on short deadlines, and are able to balance competing demands
• Ability to work non-traditional/campaign hours
• Ability to travel statewide, with much of time in Florida.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office required

Salary is commensurate with experience.

To apply please send a cover letter, resume, to eba...@fladems.com. Please only list the words “Executive Assistant” in the subject line.