Executive Assistant (PA) to the MD/CEO (Terragon Group)

Eligible Applicants are to send their CVs to [email protected]

Executive Support
· Completes a broad variety of administrative tasks for the CEO including: managing an extremely active calendar of appointments; completing expense reports; composing and preparing correspondence that is sometimes confidential; arranging complex and detailed travel plans, itineraries, and agendas; and compiling documents for travel-related meetings.
· Plans, coordinates and ensures the CEO's schedule is followed and respected. Provides "gatekeeper" and "gateway" role, creating win-win situations for direct access to the CEO's time and office.
· Communicates directly, and on behalf of the CEO.
· Researches, prioritizes, and follows up on incoming issues and concerns addressed to the MD/CEO, including those of a sensitive or confidential nature. Determines appropriate course of action, referral, or response.
· Provides a bridge for smooth communication between the MD/CEO’s office and internal departments; demonstrating leadership to maintain credibility, trust and support with senior management staff.
· Works closely and effectively with the CEO to keep him well informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities, following up appropriately.
· Provides leadership to build relationships crucial to the success of the organization, and manages a variety of special projects for the MD/CEO, some of which may have organizational impact.
· Successfully completes critical aspects of deliverables with a hands-on approach, including drafting acknowledgement letters, personal correspondence, and other tasks that facilitate the CEO's ability to effectively lead the company.
· Prioritizes conflicting needs; handles matters expeditiously, proactively, and follows-through on projects to successful completion, often with deadline pressures.
· Serves as the MD/CEO’s administrative liaison to Terragon Group’s board of directors
· Assists board members with travel arrangements, lodging, and meal planning as needed
· Maintains discretion and confidentiality in relationships with all board members
· Adhere to compliance with applicable rules and regulations set in bylaws regarding board and board committee matters, including advance distribution of materials before meetings in electronic/paper format
· Participates as an adjunct member of the Executive Team including assisting in scheduling meetings and attending all meetings
· Ensures that the MD/CEO’s bio is kept updated and responds to requests for materials regarding the President and the organization in general
· Edits and completes first drafts for written communications to external stake holders
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Qualifications
· Bachelor's degree required
· Strong clerical and social skills
· Strong organizational skills that reflect ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail
· Very strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders, including staff, board members, external partners and donors
· Expert level written and verbal communication skills
· Demonstrated proactive approaches to problem-solving with strong decision-making capability
· Emotional maturity
· Highly resourceful team-player, with the ability to also be extremely effective independently
· Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion, be adaptable to various competing demands, and demonstrate the highest level of customer/client service and response
· Demonstrated ability to achieve high performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast paced environment
· Forward looking thinker, who actively seeks opportunities and proposes solutions Education and Experience Requirements
· Strong work tenure: one to three years of experience supporting C-Level Executives
· Experience and interest in internal and external communications, partnership development.
· Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point), Adobe Acrobat, and Social Media web platforms.