Executive Assistant

Executive Assistant to the CEO Berkeley, CA (Fully Onsite) Temp-to-Hire Compensation: $45 to $50 per hour Position Summary The Executive Assistant will provide high-level executive and organizational support while helping coordinate board and committee operations, strategic initiatives, stakeholder engagement, and special projects. The successful candidate will anticipate needs, drive follow-through, leverage technology and AI tools, and serve as a trusted thought partner to leadership. Executive Support Serve as a strategic partner and trusted liaison to the CEO Conduct research and prepare briefing materials, summaries, and presentations Track priorities, action items, and key initiatives Support executive meetings and leadership communications Provide thoughtful insights and observations following meetings and events Assist with special projects and organizational initiatives Board & Committee Administration Coordinate board and committee meetings throughout the year Prepare agendas, meeting materials, reports, and presentations Communicate with board members, committee chairs, volunteers, and staff Track deadlines, deliverables, and follow-up actions Support board meeting logistics, onboarding, technology needs, and documentation Ensure seamless execution of board and governance activities Strategic Project Coordination Support major donor and endowment-related initiatives Assist with community partnership and outreach efforts Coordinate communications with external stakeholders and community leaders Help manage special initiatives involving organizational growth and development Facilitate cross-functional collaboration across departments and leadership teams Stakeholder Relations Build strong relationships with executives, board members, donors, volunteers, and community partners Serve as a professional and responsive point of contact Navigate sensitive and confidential matters with discretion Represent the CEO and organization with professionalism and maturity Qualifications Required 5+ years of Executive Assistant experience supporting C-suite leadership Exceptional organizational and project management skills Strong written and verbal communication abilities Advanced technology skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Comfortable adopting and leveraging AI tools to improve efficiency Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills Executive presence with the ability to interact confidently across all levels of an organization Preferred Experience supporting nonprofit executives, boards, or governance committees Exposure to fundraising, donor relations, or community-based organizations Experience managing board materials and committee processes Bachelor's degree preferred Ideal Candidate Sharp, proactive, and highly dependable Tech-savvy and curious about emerging technologies Able to "read the room" and navigate complex relationships Strategic thinker with strong business acumen Service-oriented while maintaining executive presence Naturally organized with exceptional follow-through Comfortable asking questions, learning quickly, and taking ownership Thrives in a high-touch, mission-driven culture