About Us:
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation harnesses the power of business to create solutions for the good of America and the world. We anticipate, develop, and deploy solutions to challenges facing communities—today and tomorrow.
Specifically, our team members—
Explore frontier issues, test new ideas, and suggest novel approaches to address big-picture challenges that will impact the future.
Work with businesses to provide practical solutions for wider adoption, participation, and engagement.
Convene and coordinate with businesses and public leaders to take immediate action in moments of unanticipated crisis.
We are driven by the pursuit of innovation and partnership and hold ourselves to the highest standards. We are committed to our employees, and as part of our team we will support your long-term career development while delivering relevant learning opportunities. We will empower you to lead, develop deep expertise, and find new approaches to solving the toughest challenges.
Position Overview:
The Executive Assistant, U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation will join a team that plays a pivotal role in ensuring that team processes are optimized, workflows are streamlined, and the Foundation leadership operates at peak efficiency. This individual will provide comprehensive administrative and operational support for 2–3 senior Foundation leaders while serving as a trusted liaison between the other members of the Foundation leadership, Foundation staff, and external partners. The ideal candidate is a highly resourceful, proactive team player who exercises sound judgment, maintains the highest level of discretion, and thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
Responsibilities:
Executive support for 2–3 senior Foundation leaders
Proactively manage complex calendars, prioritize appointments, and schedule meetings to ensure the efficient use of leaders’ time.
Prepare and organize briefing materials, agendas, and background documents for meetings and presentations.
Coordinate domestic travel arrangements, including transportation, accommodations, and logistics.
Draft, edit, and finalize correspondence and other documents for transmission to senior executives and external partners.
Provide timely follow-up from meetings, tracking action items and next steps.
Maintain strict confidentiality and handle all sensitive information with the utmost discretion.
Operational and Administrative Management
Manage the information flow to and from the senior Foundation leaders.
Prepare expense reports and track reimbursement checks.
Update and maintain recurring reports and key operational documents.
Support the development and implementation of internal processes and workflows to enhance organizational efficiency.
Conduct research and compile data to support the senior leaders’ decision-making and special projects.
Communication and Liaison
Serve as a primary point of contact and gatekeeper for 2–3 Foundation leaders, managing correspondence and responding to inquiries with professionalism and diplomacy.
Act as a liaison between the senior Foundation leaders and Foundation staff, Chamber staff, and outside individuals and organizations, coordinating and facilitating effective communications.
Demonstrate the highest level of customer/client service and responsiveness while balancing competing demands.
Event and Project Management
Assist in planning, organizing, and executing Foundation events, board meetings, conferences, and team gatherings.
Arrange meeting rooms, catering services, and other logistics; greet visitors and help with on-site meeting preparation.
Coordinate and track project deliverables, timelines, and milestones on behalf of the members of the senior leadership team.
Complete special research projects and other assignments as directed by 2–3 senior Foundation leaders.
Provide select administrative support for key Foundation programs on occasion as directed by 2–3 senior Foundation leaders.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.
5+ years of experience supporting a C-suite or high-level executive.
Exceptional organization with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and meet deadlines.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including strong writing, editing, and proofreading.
High level of professionalism, diplomacy, and personal accountability.
Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality in a variety of situations.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat, and internet research.
Proactive, self-motivated, and capable of working both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Familiarity with project management tools and social media platforms is a plus.
The salary range for this position is $75,90.00 to $80,000.00. The actual salary paid for this position will vary based on market data, an applicant’s qualifications, relevant degrees, certifications, and other factors. Our full-time employees are eligible for benefits, including health care, vision, dental, retirement, and paid leave.
We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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About U.S. Chamber of Commerce
ABOUT US: If you are passionate about the ability of American business to improve lives, solve problems, and strengthen society, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the place for you. As the world’s largest business organization, we believe in building a future that gives everyone the opportunity to pursue a better tomorrow. We make it our job today–and every day–to build the strongest relationships possible among the American people, business leaders, and elected officials in Washington, D.C., state capitals, and countries around the globe. For them and the businesses we represent, the U.S. Chamber is a trusted advocate and partner. We are driven by the pursuit of innovation and partnership and hold ourselves to the highest standards. Our commitment to our members is matched only by our commitment to our employees. As part of our team, we will support your long-term career development while delivering relevant learning opportunities. We will empower you to lead, develop deep expertise, and find new approaches to solving the toughest challenges. POSITION OVERVIEW: Provide administrative support to and act as a liaison between the senior vice president, Strategic Alliances and Outreach, Chamber staff, and outside individuals and groups. RESPONSIBILITIES: Proactively manage the senior vice president’s calendar and travel schedule. Manage information flow to and from the senior vice president, including answering and routing calls, preparing briefing materials, maintaining electronic and paper files, and sorting and routing mail. Oversee contacts and maintain the department’s CRM system. Create and submit expense reports, contracts, and vendor payments. Order supplies. Greet visitors and assist with meeting preparation and logistics, including arranging meeting rooms and catering services. Conduct research. Support or lead projects. REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree and 4+ years’ related experience supporting a high-level executive. Able to work in a fast-paced environment. Strong organizational and multitasking skills. Superb attention to detail. Resourceful team player and the ability to work independently. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Solid writing, editing, and proofreading skills. A professional demeanor with a strong sense of diplomacy and personal accountability. Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality. Proficient in internet research, Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat, and social media web platforms. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Our recruitment and employment policies are inclusive. We respect both the spirit and letter of the laws of equal employment opportunity.