Dynamic Temporary Executive Assistant for Senior Leaders

nationalpublicradioinc; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

NPR is seeking a proactive, collaborative Temporary Executive Assistant to support senior leaders in the Content division. This hybrid role is based in Washington, DC, requiring in-office presence at least 2 days per week and responsive cross-department communications.

You will manage complex calendars, prepare briefing materials for Board and leadership meetings, coordinate travel and expenses, and track action items. Strong written skills and discretion are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 2+ years providing administrative support to senior leaders.
• Proficient with Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace.
• Experience managing complex executive calendars and travel.
• Strong written and verbal communication; executive correspondence.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex, fluid calendars for Content senior leadership.
• Prepare briefing materials, agendas, and board meeting docs.
• Coordinate travel, itineraries, and expenses in policy.
• Manage executive inboxes and draft correspondence.
• Create meeting notes and maintain secure digital files.
• Plan departmental retreats and cross-functional meetings.
• Support onboarding and engagement for new staff.

Skills

Admin support

Microsoft 365

Google Workspace

Executive calendar management

Communication skills

Discretion

Public media familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Salesforce

Concur

Job description

NPR is seeking a proactive, collaborative Temporary Executive Assistant to support senior leaders in the Content division. This hybrid role is based in Washington, DC, requiring in-office presence at least 2 days per week and responsive cross-department communications.

You will manage complex calendars, prepare briefing materials for Board and leadership meetings, coordinate travel and expenses, and track action items. Strong written skills and discretion are essential for success.