Administrative Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Department: Information & EngagementReports To: Director, Business SolutionsEmployee Status: Full-Time, Non-ExemptJob Grade: 3 ISPOR is recognized as the global leader in health economics and outcomes research excellence (HEOR). Do you want to work for a world-class organization where scientific content is vital in advancing ISPOR's mission to promote HEOR to improve healthcare decision-making globally?ISPOR is seeking a highly organized and service-oriented Administrator to support our Information Technology and Membership departments. This role provides essential administrative, scheduling, documentation, and coordination support to teams that help staff work effectively and deliver a positive experience for ISPOR members.Are you skilled at managing competing priorities, coordinating meetings and projects, maintaining accurate records, and providing responsive support? This is an opportunity to bring your attention to detail, communication skills, and a collaborative approach to a dynamic, mission-driven organization.If so, read on for more information!THE POSITIONWe are actively seeking an Administrative AssistantThe Administrative Assistant will support the assigned department to achieve its goals and objectives. Responsibilities include working closely with department team members to support the department's goals and collaborating on cross-functional projects.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesProvides administrative and organizational support to the assigned department.Coordinates virtual and in-person meetings across multiple time zones as required, setting agendas, determining participant availability (eg, Doodle), and providing a draft of the discussion summary.Assists with meetings and special events, including sending invitations, managing hotel arrangements, meeting/event logistics, managing responses, and completing expense reimbursements.Prepares meeting materials (e.g, participant lists, agendas, and development of PowerPoint slides) for distribution to meeting participants.Follows up on action items to keep departments informed about key deliverables, deadlines, and critical updates.Maintains departmental SharePoint site.Creates and administers surveys for special projects (eg, SurveyMonkey).Maintains calendar of events in Outlook and project plans in Asana.Services general inbox and inquiries, providing high-level external-facing customer service.Serves as a liaison by communicating administrative information to other departments and individuals within ISPOR.Proofreads and edits business documents.Assists with web-based research, as necessary, to collect relevant information.Uses and manages spreadsheets and performs rudimentary analysis of them.Project-based duties based on assigned department: Information & Engagement.Assist with planning and execution of IT-related projects and initiatives.Processes visa letter requests for ISPOR international conference attendeesPlaces orders for membership conference suppliesPerforms additional project-based duties in support of IT and organizational prioritiesMaintain confidentiality of sensitive organizational, system, and vendor informationManages reconciliation expenses and processing and coding IT invoices.Manages technology procurement requests and vendor renewals.Maintains records of contracts, subscriptions, and licensesQualifications Minimum RequirementsMinimum of a high school diploma or equivalent3+ Years of administrative office experience.Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint) and Zoom, with the ability to learn new technology platformsAbility to manage multiple projects and assignments from several staff membersDetail-oriented, independent learner who can adapt to fast-paced environments and work with diverse professionalsHighly organized with good time management skillsEffective verbal and written communication skills, including communicating with precision across levels and functionsStrong attention to detail and excellent proofreading skills preferredSolid business acumen and creative problem-solving skillsPersonal qualities of integrity, credibility, and commitment to the mission of ISPORPreferred QualificationsAssociate or bachelor's degreeExperience working in a global organization, association, or other nonprofit, healthcare, communications agency, or related organization is a plusExperience in a matrix/cross-functional team environment, with a natural inclination for working collaboratively across teams, cultures, and experience levelsHigh cultural sensitivity and awarenessPhysical Demands and Work EnvironmentThe physical demands described herein are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this position successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.Office-based: Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.This position is hybrid, working both remotely and out of our physical office in Lawrenceville, New Jersey.Travel may be requested, but regular business travel is not expected.Must be flexible and available to work across different time zones.OUR LOCATIONNestled halfway between Philadelphia and New York City, ISPOR's headquarters is in Lawrenceville, New Jersey. Our staff works in the office in a hybrid arrangement (on-site two days per week). WHY APPLY?ISPOR provides an excellent total compensation package, including:Competitive pay. This position is non-exempt, with an hourly rate of $25.00 - $27.00, commensurate with skills and experience.Robust benefits plan.Generous PTO – 20 days prorated the first year.Extraordinary holiday schedule including winter break (the last week of the year) Work AuthorizationWe are interested in every qualified candidate eligible to work in the United States; however, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States (U.S.) on a full-time basis. ISPOR will not provide employment sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B Visa or other U.S. employment authorization).Equal Opportunity EmployerISPOR provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.Accessibility Assistance or AccommodationIf you have a disability or have difficulty accessing or using the applicant system to apply for a position, contact View email address on us.fitly.work US ISPOR, the professional society for health economics and outcomes research (HEOR), is an international, multistakeholder, nonprofit dedicated to advancing HEOR excellence to improve decision-making for health globally. The Society is the leading source for scientific conferences, peer-reviewed and MEDLINE-indexed publications, good practices guidance, education, collaboration, and resources in the field. ISPOR's community of 14,000 individual and chapter members from 110+ countries include a wide variety of healthcare stakeholders, including researchers and academicians, assessors and regulators, payers and policy makers, the life sciences industry, healthcare providers, and patient engagement organizations. The Society's leadership has served as an unbiased resource and catalyst for innovation in the field for over 20 years.OUR CULTUREISPOR is a Society firmly committed to the advancement of health economics and outcomes research (HEOR) based on sound methods and scientific excellence. ISPOR believes that diversity and inclusion are foundational principles for achieving our mission, and that diversity and inclusion are valuable and relevant to all of our Society's activities: cultivating and sustaining significant, high-quality education programs, publications, member benefits, and networking. ISPOR is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.INTERESTED?Apply today! Create a new candidate profile and submit your salary requirements within your cover letter. OUR PROCESSWe are committed to hiring the best talent and providing a productive and supportive organizational culture for staff to learn and grow within a flexible environment. We are transparent in posting salary ranges and outlining what candidates should expect from our hiring process.Candidates who advance in our preliminary review process will have the opportunity to discuss the position, their background, and lived skillsets related to the position with ISPOR HR via Teams meeting.Those who advance to subsequent steps in our interview process may participate in up to 3 rounds of meetings via Teams or in person. Some discussions may consist of multiple ISPOR staff members. The final interview may include a thought exercise/presentation with the hiring team where applicable.We look forward to welcoming you to ISPOR!