Job description
The Administrative Assistant will be responsible for supporting the leadership in each organization in the areas of administration, scheduling, and logistics and for supporting each overall 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 Organizational Leaders:
 Managing the following tasks:
 maintaining calendar and contact information
 making all travel arrangements
 maintaining, managing, and updating a daily task list
 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 organizations:
 Assisting in planning special events, presentations, and conferences
 Developing and managing information and data storage systems for the Alliance
 Managing office needs, including preparing for team meetings
 Providing support on special projects, including research projects, as needed
 Website support for GAGV
 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;
 Basic website management skills
 Sense of humor, ability to have fun, interest in building a strong culture and high performing team; and,
 Bachelor’s degree required.

How to apply
To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to Emily Parzybok at emily@wagunresponsibility.org