Senior Executive Assistant to the Director

Human Rights Watch; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Human Rights Watch in New York City seeks an Executive Assistant to provide operational, project, and administrative support to the Executive Director and the Special Advisor, Internal Communications. The role requires significant in-person presence in the New York office to ensure smooth daily operations.

The ideal candidate will have five or more years of executive-level experience, superb organizational skills, and excellent English writing abilities, with proficiency in Microsoft Office,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s level degree or equivalent working experience.
• Minimum five years supporting executive-level positions, ideally in international contexts.
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Ability to manage calendars, travel, and confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day calendar and scheduling for the Executive Director and related offices.
• Coordinate travel and logistics, including visas and accommodations as needed.
• Liaise with Board members, donors, media, and officials across time zones while maintaining confidentiality.
• Support engagement with Development and prepare materials for leadership meetings.
• Maintain records of speaking engagements and organize correspondence and meeting notes.

Skills

Executive support

Time management

Stakeholder coordination

English writing

Discretion

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

PowerBI

Asana

PowerApps

Job description

Human Rights Watch in New York City seeks an Executive Assistant to provide operational, project, and administrative support to the Executive Director and the Special Advisor, Internal Communications. The role requires significant in-person presence in the New York office to ensure smooth daily operations.

The ideal candidate will have five or more years of executive-level experience, superb organizational skills, and excellent English writing abilities, with proficiency in Microsoft Office,