Special Assistant to the CEO
The National Community Action Foundation, Washington, DC, is seeking a Special Assistant to the CEO. The Special Assistant is both an integral member of our legislative team and executes the duties of a scheduling assistant. As an advocacy non-profit, our CEO is our national network’s lead lobbyist, and the CEO’s Special Assistant needs to be politically astute, articulate, entrepreneurial, curious and incredibly well-organized. The Special Assistant will manage the CEO’s daily schedule, travel and communications.
The Special Assistant will have the opportunity to learn the ins and outs of our legislative strategy and assist the CEO on necessary projects to implement our strategy. Candidates should be self-starters, exceptional multitaskers, problem-solvers and organizers with a great sense of humor. Commitment to details, time management and confidentiality are a must. Interest in Congress, politics and anti-poverty policies are required. Daily duties include, but are not limited to:
- Managing the CEO’s e-mail and responses;
- Scheduling and managing the CEO’s Hill appointments and follow-up;
- Scheduling and managing the CEO’s travel;
- Managing all the CEO’s correspondence;
- Helping draft communications to our network;
- Working with the CEO on critical and creative presentations;
- Helping fundraise for our organization and PAC especially as it relates to the CEO’s travel; and
- Pitching in with special projects as directed.
This is a perfect position for a recent college graduate looking to launch a career in DC! You'll gain experience in communications, fundraising, policy drafting and advocacy.
Benefits include: fully paid health insurance, some telework available (upon return to in-person operations post-Labor Day), paid time off, retirement savings, life insurance.
Please note, COVID-19 vaccination is required for employment at the National Community Action Foundation.
The Special Assistant reports directly to the CEO and Chief of Staff. To apply please send your resume and a 350 word essay on why you are a good fit for the National Community Action Foundation. The position will be hired as soon as possible.