Administrative Assistant

Room to Read; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading non-profit organization is seeking an Administrative Assistant to provide remote support for executives in a fast-paced and mission-driven environment. This fixed-term role requires strong organizational and communication skills as well as experience in managing schedules and communications. The role offers a salary of GBP 34,900 and the chance to contribute to global literacy and gender equality initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience supporting senior leaders.
• Strong writing skills and experience in drafting communications.
• Comfortable working across cultures and time zones.

Responsibilities

• Manage calendars, travel, expenses, and meetings for executives.
• Prepare materials for global board meetings and communication.
• Draft internal newsletters and coordinate donor communications.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Multitasking

Experience with Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Salesforce NPSP

Cloud tools (Outlook, Teams, SharePoint)

Job description

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Administrative Assistant - Remote in the UK

10-month Fixed Term Position for Maternity Coverage

Make a Difference Behind the Scenes

Are you an organized, proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment? Are you excited by the opportunity to support senior executives who are driving global change through literacy and gender equality?

At Room to Read, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to read, learn, and grow. We're looking for a dynamic Administrative Assistant to support our Chief Development & Communications Officer (CDCO) and Vice President of Global Business Operations. In this high-impact, fixed-term role, you’ll serve as the engine behind our executive leadership—keeping schedules on track, preparing key board and donor materials, and helping global communications flow seamlessly across time zones.

This isn’t just another admin job. You’ll be part of a collaborative, purpose-driven global team working toward a more educated and equitable world. You'll support internal communication, donor engagement, and strategic planning efforts—building relationships and amplifying our mission every day.

What You’ll Do

Executive Support & Operations

• Manage calendars, travel, expenses, meetings, and high-level logistics for the CDCO and VP
• Prepare materials for global board meetings and team-wide communications
• Support planning, budget tracking, and timekeeping across the Development and Communications team
• Facilitate global team meetings, coordinate leadership schedules, and onboard new hires

Communications & Engagement

• Draft internal newsletters, team updates, and personalized messages from leadership
• Coordinate acknowledgments, donor letters, social media posts, and stewardship content
• Help prepare the CDCO for donor meetings and conferences
• Ensure timely follow-up, professional correspondence, and smooth virtual events

Be a Culture Carrier

• Keep our international team connected and informed
• Champion efficiency, empathy, and excellence in every task

Who You Are

• A detail-oriented organizer and communicator with a knack for anticipating needs
• A calm multitasker who keeps things running smoothly in a dynamic environment
• A proactive problem solver with at least 3 years of experience supporting senior leaders
• Skilled in Microsoft Office and cloud tools (Outlook, Teams, SharePoint), with strong writing skills
• Experienced in managing travel, schedules, reports, and internal/external communications
• Comfortable working across cultures and time zones with discretion and professionalism

Bonus Points If You Have

• Experience supporting donor engagement or communications in a nonprofit context
• Familiarity with Salesforce NPSP or CRM platforms
• Confidence drafting social media content and speaking in a leader’s voice

Why Join Room to Read?

At Room to Read, you’ll do meaningful work every day—helping global leaders stay focused on what matters most: delivering better outcomes for millions of children around the world. You’ll be part of a warm, inclusive team that values excellence, collaboration, and innovation.

We Offer:

Compensation: The salary for this role is GBP 34,900.

Ready to help create a world free from illiteracy and gender inequality?

Apply now and be part of a movement that’s changing lives through education.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Administrative

• Industries

  Non-profit Organizations

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