Executive Assistant to the Vice President, Program Initiatives

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Job Description

About Our Client

A nationally recognized nonprofit organization focused on strengthening democracy, advancing justice, and safeguarding civil rights through legal, policy, and advocacy work. With a large, mission-driven staff and offices in major cities, they operate at the center of major national conversations on voting rights, government accountability, and criminal justice reform.

Job Description

• Manage complex calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate logistics using tools like Outlook and Zoom
• Organize workflows and support overall program management and project coordination
• Handle travel arrangements and prepare expense reports
• Provide administrative support including correspondence, filing, and managing incoming communications
• Conduct research, fact-checking, proofreading, and assist with drafting reports, articles, and speeches
• Support time-sensitive research related to breaking news or emerging issues
• Assist in supervising interns and coordinating their work
• Take on special projects and additional responsibilities as needed

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

A successful candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while maintaining professionalism and discretion. They have strong written and verbal communication skills, experience supporting senior leaders, and a proactive mindset with the ability to take initiative and adapt to evolving needs. They are also collaborative, personable, and committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace, with a genuine interest in public policy, law, or social justice and a willingness to grow into expanded responsibilities over time.

What's on Offer

• A unique opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and gain exposure to high-level decision-making and program strategy
• Hands-on experience in both executive support and substantive research, writing, and policy-related work
• The chance to contribute to meaningful initiatives within the democracy, justice, and public policy space
• A collaborative, mission-driven environment with strong mentorship and learning opportunities
• Potential for professional growth, skill development, and expanded responsibilities over time
• Competitive compensation, overtime eligibility, and a structured in-office work environment in NYC

Job Summary

Sector: Legal

Sub Sector: Company Secretarial

Industry: Business Services

Location: New York

Contract Type: Temporary

Consultant Name: Rachel Berg

Job Reference: JN-042026-7001166