Special Assistant to the CEO

Job overview

The Special Assistant to the CEO is a fully onsite, temporary role in Washington, DC, scheduled Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Pay is $32–$35 per hour. The position provides interim support to a nonprofit organization’s CEO and Executive Office while a permanent hire is sought. The role keeps executive operations organized through complex calendar management, meeting and Board coordination, communications, travel logistics, and follow-up tracking. It helps the CEO and executive office manage priorities and maintain effective coordination with internal and external stakeholders.

What you'll do

• Manage the CEO’s calendar, prioritize meetings, and resolve conflicts
• coordinate meetings and appointments
• prepare agendas, briefing materials, presentations, and documents
• arrange travel and event logistics
• draft and edit executive communications
• track action items and deadlines
• conduct research
• assist with CEO-led projects
• support Board and committee meetings
• coordinate executive events and retreats
• handle confidential information discreetly.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

special assistant

executive support

ceo support

calendar management

board meetings

nonprofit

washington dc

addison group

temporary assignment

$32–$35/hour

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

Why this role

Temporary assignment of approximately 4–6 weeks, with medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) eligibility stated in the posting.

About the employer

Addison Group is hiring for this role. Industry: Grantmaking Foundations. Sector: 81.