Senior Executive Assistant to the Vicar General

NACPA; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

PTO

403(b) plan

Job summary

Catholic Diocese of Raleigh is seeking an Executive Assistant to the Vicar General to support executive governance and office operations. The role emphasizes handling confidential matters, coordinating calendars and travel, and ensuring timely follow-through on diocesan priorities.

The ideal candidate will be highly organized, professional, and capable of representing the Office of the Vicar General with discretion and courtesy to clergy, staff, and external partners.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of high-level administrative or executive support experience, preferably with nonprofit leadership.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Active commitment to mission, governance, and confidentiality.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and modern office tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and optimize workflow for the Office of the Vicar General.
• Manage complex executive calendars, travel arrangements, and expense records.
• Triage inquiries, draft high-level correspondence, and handle confidential matters with discretion.
• Prepare meeting agendas and materials, and follow up on actions for committees and programs.
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with clergy, staff, and external partners.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Discretion/confidentiality

Multitasking

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Teams

Job description

Catholic Diocese of Raleigh is seeking an Executive Assistant to the Vicar General to support executive governance and office operations. The role emphasizes handling confidential matters, coordinating calendars and travel, and ensuring timely follow-through on diocesan priorities.

The ideal candidate will be highly organized, professional, and capable of representing the Office of the Vicar General with discretion and courtesy to clergy, staff, and external partners.