Senior Executive Assistant

Fahrenheit Advisors has been retained to assist our client Goodwill of Central and Coastal Virginia in their search for a Senior Executive Assistant supporting their Chief Executive Officer in Richmond VA.

About Goodwill of Central and Coastal Virginia

Goodwill of Central and Coastal Virginia has served 44 cities and counties for over 100 years spanning from north of Richmond to the North Carolina border and Virginia Beach. As a financially resilient 501(c)(3) nonprofit it employs over 1300 people and generates $95 million annually through donated goods and business services.

A top 25 performing Goodwill in the nation the organization operates 36 retail stores 3 outlets 2 auctions and eCommerce via handling more than 4.5 million transactions each year and diverting 55 million pounds of material from landfills. Operations are supported from three major centers in Richmond Hampton and Virginia Beach. The organizations strategic plan is to continue its pattern of growth to expand delivery of its mission.

Committed to helping individuals with barriers to employmentsuch as disabilities incarceration or homelessnessGoodwill directly supports Goodwill Academy of Virginia putting over 85% of revenue into its mission of changing lives through the power of work.

The organization lives its core values of Innovation Respect Integrity Learning Teamwork and Commitment.

Position Summary

The Senior Executive Assistant provides high-level administrative support project coordination and executive support to the CEO and serves as a key partner in ensuring the CEOs time priorities and communications are well managed. This role requires strong judgment discretion professionalism and a service-oriented mindset.

The ideal candidate excels in supporting others anticipating executive needs preparing and coordinating meetingsparticularly Board meetingsand ensuring alignment with organizational priorities. While the role offers opportunities for professional growth its primary focus is on providing exceptional support taking direction effectively and navigating change with composure and adaptability.

Key Responsibilities

Administrative Support

• Perform comprehensive administrative duties including calendar management scheduling internal and external meetings coordinating logistics and handling professional correspondence emails and phone calls.
• Prepare review and prioritize correspondence and materials requiring the CEOs attention; assist in determining proper next steps.
• Maintain highly confidential business and personal information with discretion.
• Utilize Microsoft Office Apple technology SharePoint and social media platforms; create high-quality presentations reports and communication materials.
• Support the CEOs work with appointed Boards Committees and community partners.

Board & Meeting Preparation

Calendar & Event Coordination

Relationship Management & Communication

Project Coordination

Desired Competencies & Qualifications

Required Experience :

Senior IC

Key Skills

Microsoft Outlook,Microsoft Word,Personal Assistant Experience,Microsoft Powerpoint,White Papers,Calendar Management,Microsoft Excel,Sharepoint,Administrative Experience,Budgeting,DoD Experience,Google Suite

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1