DC Workplace Operations Lead | Hybrid + Exec Support

Accion; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (90% employer funded)

Life and disability insurance

Retirement plans (up to 7.5% employer

Paid holidays

Paid time-off

Job summary

Accion International is seeking a Workplace Operations Specialist in Washington, DC. You will manage the DC office, work with building vendors, coordinate events, and support executives including the COO, while ensuring a safe, efficient, and welcoming workplace.

The role involves hybrid work with in-office Mondays–Thursdays and optional remote Fridays, handling travel, and coordinating cross‑office facilities practices to maintain consistency across Accion's global operations.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in facilities administration or workplace operations.
• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• Experience planning and executing projects and events from start to finish.
• Experience managing day-to-day vendor relationships, contracts, and budgets.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail; manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day DC office operations and maintain a welcoming environment.
• Coordinate with building management and facilities vendors.
• Oversee mail, shipping, and office supplies within budget.
• Administer access control, badge, and visitor management.
• Plan and execute DC office and org-wide events with cross‑functional teams.
• Provide executive support to the COO, including calendars and travel.
• Coordinate leadership travel and group meetings in the DC area.

Skills

Facilities management

Project planning

Vendor management

Event planning

Executive support

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft 365

Kastle

Maptician

Outlook

Video conferencing

Job description

Accion International is seeking a Workplace Operations Specialist in Washington, DC. You will manage the DC office, work with building vendors, coordinate events, and support executives including the COO, while ensuring a safe, efficient, and welcoming workplace.

The role involves hybrid work with in-office Mondays–Thursdays and optional remote Fridays, handling travel, and coordinating cross‑office facilities practices to maintain consistency across Accion's global operations.