Administrative Assistant

Administrative Assistant

Full-Time | Hybrid in DC

Our nonprofit client in Washington, DC is seeking a proactive and detail‑oriented Administrative Assistant to support daily office operations on a temporary basis. The ideal candidate brings strong communication skills, a polished and friendly demeanor, and the ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, mission‑driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet guests, answer phones, and direct inquiries to the appropriate staff members.
• Provide general administrative assistance to organizational leadership, including scheduling, drafting correspondence, preparing documents, and managing calendars.
• Support the drafting and distribution of internal communications and meeting materials.
• Help maintain office supplies, equipment, and inventory; submit facilities requests when needed.
• Support daily office operations and serve as a resource for staff on basic administrative processes.
• Assist with data tracking or basic reporting needs, as assigned.
• Assist with planning and execution of internal meetings, board activities, staff gatherings, and special events.
• Coordinate room reservations, meeting setup/breakdown, catering needs, and event logistics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree preferred
• Internship or other administrative experience, preferably in a nonprofit or mission‑driven environment.
• Strong customer‑service orientation with exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with scheduling tools, SharePoint, or CRM systems is a plus.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities with professionalism and poise.
• Collaborative team player with a proactive, solutions‑focused mindset.

Apply to learn more today about this Administrative Assistant opportunity!

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• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.