Executive Associate to the Dean - Strategic Projects & Ops

Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 106,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

The Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY invites applications for a Confidential Executive Associate to provide executive-level support to the Dean. The role demands discretion, strategic thinking, and a proven ability to manage complex calendars and high-stakes projects.

The successful candidate will coordinate briefing materials, oversee travel, and liaise with senior leaders and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and six years' related experience required.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and success building productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to convey professional information clearly and accurately.
• Ability to multi-task, anticipate needs, and handle shifting priorities; strong organizational skills.
• Demonstrable project and budget management skills and familiarity with project management and budget planning software.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace.
• Deep understanding of the landscape of public higher education.

Responsibilities

• Provide confidential managerial and administrative support to the Dean.
• Ensure the Dean is fully prepared for all meetings, events and activities; prepare and/or coordinate all briefing materials.
• Oversee the Dean's complex calendar, scheduling travel and meetings with various constituents, and ensure deadlines are met.
• Handle confidential correspondence on behalf of the Dean and track referred items to completion.
• Assist in the preparation of concept presentations/briefs around new projects and initiatives.
• Manage reporting activities, analyze information, and assist with strategic planning and special initiatives.
• Liaise regularly with internal and external constituents as directed by the Dean.
• Document and streamline administrative workflow processes within the Dean's office.
• Serve as a key point of contact between senior leadership, internal departments and external stakeholders.
• Organize high-level meetings, develop agendas, prepare materials, capture key takeaways, and ensure follow-ups.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Oral communication

multi-tasking

organizational skills

project management

budget management

discretion

stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY invites applications for a Confidential Executive Associate to provide executive-level support to the Dean. The role demands discretion, strategic thinking, and a proven ability to manage complex calendars and high-stakes projects.

The successful candidate will coordinate briefing materials, oversee travel, and liaise with senior leaders and external stakeholders.