Executive Assistant & Scheduler — Strategic Support

Civilization Research Institute; Asheville, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Culture

Wellness

Growth

Flexible benefits

Team events

Healthy snacks

In-house chef

Dog-friendly

Job summary

Civilization Research Institute (CRI) seeks an Executive Assistant based on-site in Asheville, NC, reporting to the Executive Director. You will manage a high‑volume calendar, coordinate travel, and prepare briefing materials to keep leadership focused on strategic priorities.

We value judgment, warmth, precision, and diplomacy, and offer a mission‑driven culture, flexible benefits, and opportunities for growth as we tackle complex global challenges together.

Qualifications

• Experience managing a high-volume, complex calendar in an Executive Assistant or similar role.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the Executive Director’s high-volume calendar, including meetings, donor cultivation, partner outreach, speaking engagements, travel, and strategic work time.
• Ensure meeting participants are prepared with clear agendas and other relevant context.
• Manage travel logistics including flights, hotels, ground transportation, and itineraries.
• Adjust plans in real time to accommodate changing schedules and priorities.
• Anticipate scheduling challenges and propose solutions to the executive office team.

Skills

Calendar management

Written communication

Attention to detail

Discretion

Urgency handling

Job description

Civilization Research Institute (CRI) seeks an Executive Assistant based on-site in Asheville, NC, reporting to the Executive Director. You will manage a high‑volume calendar, coordinate travel, and prepare briefing materials to keep leadership focused on strategic priorities.

We value judgment, warmth, precision, and diplomacy, and offer a mission‑driven culture, flexible benefits, and opportunities for growth as we tackle complex global challenges together.