Executive Assistant/Office Manager

Organization:

Global Financial Integrity

Location:

United States (Washington, DC)

Website:

www.gfip.org

Contact Information:

Sarah Bracht

Phone:

202.293.0740

Email:

sbracht@gfip.org

Description:

Global Financial Integrity (GFI), a Washington, DC-based non-profit organization, promotes national and multilateral policies, safeguards, and agreements aimed at curtailing the cross-border flow of illicit capital in order to enhance global development and security.

GFI seeks an Executive Assistant/Office Manager who is self-motivated, detail oriented, highly organized and flexible. The ideal candidate is confident; works well with colleagues; and is able to support two executives. Candidates must be proactive, have ability to multi-task, and be proficient in Microsoft Office software. At least two years experience supporting executive level management, experience planning events, and a bachelor's degree are required. Proficiency in French and/or Spanish is preferred but not required.

Duties include:

• Produce and edit correspondence.
• Organize and maintain files; monitor and log incoming mail and messages; and prepare initial drafts of responsive correspondence as appropriate.
• Coordinate calendar and scheduling and make travel arrangements for Director and Managing Director.
• Perform administrative duties including answering phones and ordering office supplies.
• Plan meetings and occasional large-scale events.
• Recruit, hire, and supervise interns.
• Compile and distribute weekly staff updates as well as monthly updates to the advisory board, assist the Managing Director in running weekly staff meetings.

Qualification:

• An interest or background in international affairs and the global economy
• Professional demeanor and strong work ethic; commitment to quality and excellence and a "can do" attitude are key characteristics.
• Self-starter who takes initiative and can operate with minimal supervision.
• Proven organizational skills; detail oriented.
• Outstanding oral and written communication abilities.
• Strong technical background is a plus.

Qualified candidates may submit a cover letter and resume to sbracht@gfip.org. Please put "Executive Assistant/Office Manager" in the subject line, and indicate the earliest date you could start.

Applications must be received by Friday, July 1, 2011.

No phone calls please.