Why You Want to Work Here
Great opportunity to join a national nonprofit dedicated to protecting and advancing the civil rights of the estimated 5 million children and adults in the U.S. who cannot rely on speech alone to be heard and understood.
About the Role:
We are seeking an Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative and operational support to the Executive Director and team. This role is 25–30+ hours per week (with the potential to increase to full-time) and is fully remote, with preference for candidates based in the Washington, DC area for occasional in-person duties.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and highly organized, with strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. They must exercise discretion with sensitive information and demonstrate a commitment to disability equity and justice.
Key Responsibilities of the Executive Assistant
- Provide executive support, including calendar management, meeting scheduling, travel coordination, and expense reporting
- Track organizational tasks and projects to ensure deadlines are met and goals are achieved
- Support communication efforts, including email correspondence, social media, newsletters, and website updates
- Assist with planning, preparing, and hosting online meetings, webinars, and events; take notes and prepare minutes
- Maintain and organize digital files, spreadsheets, and records
- Process invoices, donations, receipts, and assist with bookkeeping and budget tracking
- Provide logistical support for occasional in-person programs and events
- Support accessibility in documentation and communications for individuals with disabilities
- Handle general inquiries via phone, email, and other channels
- Provide light IT/computer support to staff as needed
- Perform other administrative duties as assigned
Qualifications of the Executive Assistant
- 3+ years of administrative experience supporting senior leadership
- Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and time management skills
- Strong communication, writing, and editing abilities
- Ability to prioritize, manage, and complete tasks independently and collaboratively
- High level of professionalism and discretion with confidential information
- Proficiency with office productivity tools and the ability to learn new systems quickly
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work respectfully with diverse colleagues and communities
- Commitment to the mission of advancing disability rights and equity
Part-time, Remote
$25/hr
Ongoing Temporary role
