Strategic Executive Assistant to the President

Joyce; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) and 403(b) employer matching (2

Paid time off

FSA benefits

Employer-paid life and disability 보험

On-site fitness center

Job summary

The Joyce Foundation is seeking a Special Assistant to the President & CEO to strengthen the President’s office by focusing on high-level priorities, preparing for meetings, and ensuring decisions are well-informed and well-coordinated. This hybrid role reports to the President and collaborates across the Foundation with discretion and attention to detail.

Julie Morita, MD, leads the Foundation, overseeing charitable distributions and driving equity and mobility efforts in the Great Lakes

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Seven or more years of progressively responsible experience providing high-level support to a senior executive.
• Experience supporting a senior leader in a fast-paced, complex environment with multiple priorities.
• Experience supporting Board-related activities or external engagements.

Responsibilities

• Manage the President’s calendar, scheduling priorities, travel, correspondence, and administrative systems.
• Prepare the President for meetings by organizing materials and ensuring timely follow-up.
• Coordinate requests to the President’s office and determine urgency and delegation.
• Track follow-through on strategic priorities and cross-functional initiatives.
• Prepare concise briefing materials and analyses to support decision-making.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders for alignment on projects.

Skills

Calendar management

Executive support

Communication

Project coordination

Discretion & judgment

Relationship building

Independent work

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Board portal software

Job description

The Joyce Foundation is seeking a Special Assistant to the President & CEO to strengthen the President’s office by focusing on high-level priorities, preparing for meetings, and ensuring decisions are well-informed and well-coordinated. This hybrid role reports to the President and collaborates across the Foundation with discretion and attention to detail.

Julie Morita, MD, leads the Foundation, overseeing charitable distributions and driving equity and mobility efforts in the Great Lakes