Strategic Executive Assistant to CDO - Donor & Board

Lyric Opera of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Lyric Opera of Chicago seeks an Executive Assistant to support the Chief Development Officer. This role requires a highly organized, resourceful professional who can manage a demanding calendar, coordinate board and donor activities, and work closely with leadership across the organization.

You will compile materials, prepare briefings, and handle confidential information with discretion, while coordinating travel, meetings, and communications.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of Executive Assistant experience supporting senior executives at the C-suite level.
• Discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive information.
• High attention to detail in managing multiple activities.
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to build trusting relationships across all levels.

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive, high-level administrative support to the Chief Development Officer.
• Manage a complex and dynamic calendar, coordinating meetings, travel and priorities.
• Prepare agendas, briefing materials, and ensure CDO is prepared for engagements.
• Coordinate donor and board engagement, events, and communications with stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Lyric offices to align executive priorities and follow-up.

Skills

Executive support

Calendar management

Donor relations

Board relations

Communication skills

Discretion / confidentiality

Relationship building

Prioritization / time management

Microsoft Office / Google Workspace

CRM experience (Tessitura)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

Google Workspace

Tessitura CRM

Job description

Lyric Opera of Chicago seeks an Executive Assistant to support the Chief Development Officer. This role requires a highly organized, resourceful professional who can manage a demanding calendar, coordinate board and donor activities, and work closely with leadership across the organization.

You will compile materials, prepare briefings, and handle confidential information with discretion, while coordinating travel, meetings, and communications.