Executive Assistant

at  KIPP Foundation

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

KIPP (Knowledge is Power Program) is a national network of free, open enrollment, college preparatory schools dedicated to preparing students in underserved communities for success in college and in life. There are 280 KIPP schools in 21 states and the District of Columbia serving more than 175,000 scholars and alumni. KIPP Metro Atlanta currently operates eleven KIPP schools including five primary schools, five middle schools, and one high school, as well as KIPP Forward which supports students on their journey “to and through” college. The Support Team at KIPP Metro Atlanta Schools provides strategic, financial and operational support and oversight to all KIPP Metro Atlanta schools and drives initiatives designed to strengthen the schools’ academic programming and outcomes.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Executive Assistant provides executive support in a one-on-one working relationship. The Executive Assistant serves as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, including senior managers, school leaders, and teachers on all matters about the Executive. The Executive Assistant also serves as a liaison to direct reports and senior leadership teams; organizes and coordinates executive outreach and oversees special projects. The ideal individual will have the ability to exercise good judgment in a variety of situations, with strong written and verbal communication, administrative, and organizational skills, and the ability to maintain a realistic balance among multiple priorities. The Executive Assistant will have the ability to work independently on projects, from conception to completion, and must be able to work under pressure at times to handle a wide variety of activities and confidential matters with discretion.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• Minimum 5 years full-time related experience supporting C-Level Executives, preferably in a non-profit organization
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) required
• Detail-oriented, exceptionally efficient, strong time management skills, and strong ability to prioritize
• Strong project management skills, PMI certification preferred
• Strong ability to create, maintain, and organize files and records systems–strong organizational skills are critical to success in this role as is strong time management
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced, demanding work environment
• Exceptional work ethic and flexibility to work long hours, if needed
• Excellent written, oral, and verbal communication skills. Strong phone etiquette
• Professional, friendly, and adaptable personality that works well with others and is open to feedback
• High level of professional integrity and commitment to KIPP Metro Atlanta Schools’ mission