Administrative Assistant

LHH; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH is partnering with a respected nonprofit organization in Washington, DC, to identify an experienced Administrative Assistant for a temp-to-hire opportunity. This position offers the chance to become a key partner to executive leadership while supporting the day-to-day operations of a mission-driven organization.

The ideal candidate is proactive, highly organized, and able to manage multiple priorities with discretion.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of administrative support experience.
• Experience in nonprofit, association, or mission-driven organization preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and work independently.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as an administrative partner to executive leadership to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
• Coordinate schedules, meetings, and internal communications with shifting priorities.
• Facilitate meeting logistics, including room reservations and virtual setup.
• Prepare professional documents, reports, and presentations.
• Coordinate travel arrangements and support meetings, conferences, and events.
• Assist with expense tracking, invoice processing, and operational support.
• Organize records and information systems with confidentiality and accuracy.
• Build relationships with internal teams and external partners.
• Support leadership meetings with materials, follow-up, and documentation.
• Contribute to special projects and department initiatives.

Skills

Administrative support

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Nonprofit experience

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

LHH is partnering with a respected nonprofit organization in Washington, DC, to identify an experienced Administrative Assistant for a temp-to-hire opportunity. This position offers the chance to become a key partner to executive leadership while supporting the day-to-day operations of a mission-driven organization.

We are seeking a polished, highly organized professional who enjoys wearing multiple hats, managing competing priorities, and building strong relationships across all levels of an organization. The ideal candidate is proactive, resourceful, and thrives in a fast-paced environment where attention to detail and discretion are essential.

What You'll Do

• Act as a trusted administrative partner to executive leadership, helping ensure day-to-day operations run smoothly and efficiently.
• Coordinate schedules, meetings, and internal communications while managing shifting priorities and deadlines.
• Facilitate meeting logistics, including conference room reservations, virtual meeting setup, attendee coordination, and special event support.
• Prepare and refine business correspondence, reports, presentations, and other professional documents.
• Coordinate business travel arrangements and support leaders with detailed planning and preparation for meetings, conferences, and events.
• Assist with expense tracking, invoice processing, and other operational support functions.
• Organize and maintain records, documents, and information systems while ensuring confidentiality and accuracy.
• Build positive working relationships with internal teams, external partners, and key stakeholders.
• Support leadership meetings through coordination of materials, follow‑up activities, and documentation as needed.
• Contribute to special projects and departmental initiatives that support organizational objectives.

What We're Looking For

• 2+ years of administrative support experience
• Previous experience working in a nonprofit, association, or other mission-driven organization strongly preferred
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and work independently
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Professional, collaborative, and proactive approach
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

If you're an administrative professional who enjoys supporting leadership, coordinating complex activities, and keeping operations running efficiently behind the scenes, we'd love to hear from you.

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Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.