Executive Assistant to the CEO and President

Posted Yesterday
Hiring Remotely in USA
Remote
75K-90K Annually
Mid level
Artificial Intelligence • Other • Database
Patrick J. McGovern Foundation bridges AI, data science, and social impact for 21st-century global philanthropy
The Role
Supports the CEO and President by managing calendars, travel, meetings, communications, briefing materials, events, information flows, and confidential matters. The role coordinates high-volume domestic and international travel, prepares written materials, tracks workstreams, liaises with internal and external stakeholders, and ensures principals are prepared for engagements. Success requires exceptional organization, discretion, judgment, adaptability, communication, and comfort working remotely in a fast-paced environment.
Summary Generated by Built In
The Patrick J. McGovern Foundation (PJMF) is a philanthropic organization dedicated to advancing artificial intelligence and data science solutions to create a thriving, equitable, and sustainable future for all. PJMF works in partnership with public, private, and social institutions to drive progress on our most pressing challenges, including digital health, climate change, broad digital access, and data maturity in the social sector.

The Executive Assistant supports both the CEO and the President (“the principals”) across all aspects of their portfolios.  In this role, you will be actively engaged across the entire organization and with key external partners and stakeholders, serving as a trusted liaison and managing a diverse range of administrative duties. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented self-starter with prior experience supporting high-level executives in dynamic, high-energy, high-growth environments. The Executive Assistant will be deeply committed to PJMF’s purpose to create a thriving, equitable, and sustainable future for all through the advancement of AI and data solutions.

How You’ll Make an Impact:

  • Daily Workflow Management: Maintain an overview of different, fast-paced workstreams to accurately track multiple details and situate information about projects and stakeholders. Manage high-volume internal and external information flows from multiple sources, quickly organizing and accessing information as needed. 

  • Communication Management: Edit and prepare written memoranda, talking points, letters, and other communications on behalf of the principals. Organize and support all aspects of meetings, including gathering documents, in-person and/or virtual meeting logistics, and taking minutes as requested. Assist with reviewing presentations and reports as requested.

  • Briefing Materials: Organize and consolidate high-quality briefing materials for meetings and public appearances, ensuring the principal is well-prepared and informed for all engagements.

  • Scheduling: Maintain calendars, including scheduling meetings, appointments, speaking engagements, and travel arrangements.

  • Travel Coordination: Coordinate high-volume travel arrangements (domestic and international) and logistics for meetings and conferences, including flights, hotels, transportation, and expense reporting. Ensure all travel plans are seamlessly executed and aligned to the principals’ schedules.

  • Event Planning: Occasionally assist with planning and organizing internal and external meetings involving the principals, coordinating with various stakeholders to ensure all details are managed, and expectations are met.

  • Confidential Information: Handle sensitive, complex, and confidential information with the utmost professionalism and discretion to ensure the security and integrity of all communications.

What you will need to succeed:

  • A bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of professional experience supporting senior executives are required. Experience in fast-paced, high-growth settings and the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and demands are essential for success. 

  • This role requires working hours aligned to either U.S. Central or Eastern time.
  • Prioritization skills: Demonstrated ability to manage a complex to-do list, multitask, and adapt to incorporate new information while meeting deadlines.

  • Technical Proficiency: While proficiency with specific tools is not required, a commitment to continuous performance improvement and the ability to learn and adapt quickly to new technologies and systems are essential. Familiarity with the following tech stack is preferred: G-Suite, Slack, Canva, and Asana.

  • Familiarity with AI tools strongly preferred  

  • Decision-Making: Strong judgment skills with the capacity to take individual agency, make quick decisions, and understand what needs to be communicated for shared decision-making versus what can be handled autonomously.

  • Communication: High communication and high trust with the principal, maintaining an informal engagement that is "always on." With others, interaction should be respectful and dignified, always focused on mission and purpose.

  • Continuous Improvement: A commitment to continuous performance improvement, seeking ways to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in all tasks and processes.

  • Interpersonal Skills: Ability to build and maintain relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, including staff, board members, and external partners. Utilize a high degree of tact and diplomacy in handling matters that are critical or confidential in nature.

  • Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ensuring successful interaction with all levels of employees and external contacts. ability to convey information clearly and effectively in various formats.

  • Organizational Skills: Exceptional organizational skills with a keen attention to detail. Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, often changing environment.

  • High tolerance for ambiguity and ability to adapt to changing priorities, strategic frameworks, and definitions of success.  

  • 100% Remote - Desire to work remotely, but not alone - with mature, socially minded professionals

  • Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. (No visa sponsorship available)

PJMF is committed to fair and transparent compensation practices. Our salary ranges are informed by market data from peer organizations in our sector. Starting salaries are typically placed in the lower half of the range.  Because salary ranges are small and the internal parity review is thorough, offers are firm.
 
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The Patrick J. McGovern Foundation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard or preference to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

It is important to us that our hiring process is accessible to everyone. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know when you apply. 

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree
  • 3+ years of professional experience supporting senior executives
  • Ability to work hours aligned to U.S. Central or Eastern time
  • Authorization to work for any employer in the United States
  • Strong prioritization, multitasking, and deadline-management skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Strong judgment and independent decision-making ability
  • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
  • Ability to adapt to changing priorities and ambiguity
  • Ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders
  • Familiarity with G-Suite, Slack, Canva, and Asana
  • Familiarity with AI tools
  • Experience in fast-paced, high-growth environments
  • Desire to work remotely

Patrick J McGovern Foundation Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Patrick J McGovern Foundation and has not been reviewed or approved by Patrick J McGovern Foundation.

  • Healthcare Strength Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision extend to spouses/domestic partners and dependents, with HSA/FSA options and employer-paid life and disability. Wellness resources such as Headspace, Gympass, and Ginger are also highlighted.
  • Parental & Family Support Up to six months of gender‑neutral paid parental leave is highlighted.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) with matching up to 6% of pay plus an additional discretionary year‑end match is emphasized.

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The Company
Boston, MA
28 Employees
Year Founded: 2014

What We Do

The Patrick J. McGovern Foundation (PJMF) is a philanthropic organization dedicated to advancing artificial intelligence and data science solutions to create a thriving, equitable, and sustainable future for all. PJMF works in partnership with public, private, and social institutions to drive progress on our most pressing challenges, including digital health, climate change, broad digital access, and data maturity in the social sector. We carry forward the vision of our founder, Patrick J. McGovern, who believed technology could transform the world for the better. Known for saying, "The best is yet to come," Patrick recognized early the potential of democratizing information technology and neuroscience knowledge to improve lives. Today, rapid advancements in AI and data science are realizing his vision, offering new opportunities to solve global challenges like climate change, health disparities, and more. AI and data science hold the promise of a better future, and the Foundation invests in their development for social good. We believe there is a fierce urgency to act now by harnessing these tools to shape a world that is equitable and just. To achieve this, we must create ethical frameworks, innovate bold AI applications, and foster collaboration across sectors. The Foundation plays a pivotal role as a convener, collaborator, and co-creator, partnering with leaders who share our vision for using AI and data to address pressing challenges. We are committed to building a future where the benefits of these technologies are shared by all. Our mission is clear: leverage AI and data science for good, driven by Patrick J. McGovern’s enduring optimism and belief in technology’s power to improve the human condition.

Why Work With Us

At the PJMF every team member has a unique and meaningful role. It’s inspiring to be part of an organization that genuinely cares and is committed to making a positive impact in the world. We are remote-first, actively listen to team feedback, and prioritize creating a supportive environment where everyone can thrive.

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