Exec Assistant @ Project New America, Denver CO

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Project New America Overview

 

Project New America is a strategic research company that provides candidates, advocacy organizations, and civic engagement stakeholders with tools to understand a rapidly changing America. Based in Denver, Colorado, our clients rely on us to help them shape public opinion through our data and expertise.

 

Position Description

 

The Assistant to the Executive Team is responsible for a wide variety of duties with a primary focus on maintaining the President and Vice President’s schedules, managing all travel arrangements, preparing for meetings, and provide support to various departments in the organization. Applicants should be comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented office and demonstrate the ability to be flexible, detail-oriented, and anticipate needs on a day-to-day basis.

Duties and Responsibilities

Work as a direct assistant to the President and Vice President of PNA performing various tasks including:

·         Keeping the Executive Team’s schedule up to date and accurate

·         Preparing the Executive Team with any materials needed for any/all meetings including travel

·         Providing support and preparing all materials for the company’s leadership meetings

·         Handling logistics and providing support for all staff meetings and other PNA events

·         Gain a working knowledge of the national progressive ecosystem

 

 

Qualifications

·         One cycle of campaign or non-profit experience required

·         Two or more years of administrative experience required

·         Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)

·         Experience in booking travel

·         Excellent writing and verbal communication skills

·         Strong inter-personal skills and ability to work in a team environment

·         Ability to prioritize and handle variety of projects simultaneously

·         Ability to communicate effectively, work well under pressure, detail oriented and meet deadlines

·         Superior attention to detail

·         Excellent organizational and time-management skills

·         Ability to work independently, exercising good judgment and discretion

·         Knowledge of and strong commitment to progressive causes preferred

 

Compensation

Salary is commensurate with experience. Generous benefits include health, dental, vision and paid vacation.

 

To Apply

Send a copy of your resume, a cover letter with salary requirements and three references to: jo...@projectnewamerica.com

Applications will not be considered without salary requirements and references.

 

All applications are due by Friday, September 11^th.

 

This position is based in Denver, CO.

 

PNA is an equal opportunity employer; committed to promoting a diverse workplace and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status or national origin.