Special Assistant to the President & CEO

Position Title: Special Assistant to the President & CEO

Position Type: Regular Full-Time

Department: Presidents Office

Location: Washington DC - Hybrid (Tuesday and Wednesday are in office days)

Contact: Corus International

Salary Range: $71000 - $92500 - $114000

Corus International provides a competitive growth-oriented yet fiscally responsible compensation program. When determining an offer for employment multiple factors are considered including relevant years of experience education skills internal equity and budget. Our overall approach is to target the minimum to midpoint for starting salaries based on these factors.

Additionally Corus provides a comprehensive and competitive employee benefit package to protect our valued and dedicated staff and their families. Our benefits include three medical plan options with comprehensive prescription drug coverage low-cost dental coverage with 100% paid vision insurance. Corus also provides a generous retirement plan and PTO to include vacation sick holiday parental jury international travel and bereavement leave; employer-sponsored basic life/AD&D insurance; employee wellness incentives and employee work/life balance and assistance programs.

Corus International is seeking a Special Assistant to the President & CEO to join the Presidents Office at the Headquarters in Washington DC (1730 M Street NW).

Position Summary:

The Special Assistant to the President & CEO reports to the Chief of Staff and serves as an integral member of the Presidents Office. The Special Assistant functions as an Office Management Specialist (OMS) and is a trusted highly organized thought partner responsible for managing the executive operations of the President & CEO.

The Special Assistants primary responsibility is to provide the President & CEO and the Office of the President with the highest level of care. The role manages communications with staff and key internal and external stakeholders; coordinates day-to-day executive operations; plans and executes complex meetings travel arrangements and logistics; develops high-quality materials including presentations spreadsheets and written correspondence and ensures the accurate and timely flow of information to and from the Presidents Office.

Additionally the Special Assistant works closely and collaboratively with Corus executive coordinators to strengthen coordination across the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) support alignment and collaboration among departments and functions and maintain visibility into cross organizational initiatives and activities.

The Special Assistant represents the President & CEO with a high degree of professionalism and is expected to operate with autonomy exercising independent judgement and discretion problem solving ability and exceptional attention to detail in the execution of all responsibilities.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the day-to-day executive operations of the President & CEO including email and calendar management; planning meetings and events; executing complex itineraries and logistics; preparing and distributing materials (presentations spreadsheets and correspondence) ensuring technology readiness and configuration; and proactively ensuring the President & CEO is fully prepared for all engagements.
• Serve as the primary point of contact on behalf of the President & CEO managing correspondence with senior leaders board members partners and external stakeholders and exercising sound judgment and discretion in message handling.
• Manage and maintain key relationships on behalf of the President & CEO serving as a trusted liaison to ensure effective communication alignment and follow through with priority stakeholders.
• Manage the President & CEOs priorities commitments and action items to ensure timely follow-up and completion.
• Manage all domestic and international travel arrangements including expense management by working closely with Finance to reconcile expenses and secure reimbursement; provide support for timecard and expense management for the President & CEOs direct reports.
• Conduct high-level research and manage high-priority initiatives and special projects aligned with the Presidents & CEOs goals and organizational priorities.
• Meet regularly with Corus executive coordinators to align executive calendars and support initiatives that strengthen Executive Leadership Team collaboration communication and connectivity.
• Support effective and timely decision making across the organization by representing the President & CEOs priorities with sound judgment and discretion.
• Partner with department members to develop project plans track progress against objectives and timelines and provide regular status updates during team meetings.
• Partner with colleagues to plan and manage cross departmental and organization wide events and activities.
• Provide support and oversight for company registrations filings governance documentation and representations and certifications.
  

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree and at least five years of experience supporting C-suite or senior leadership; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience working effectively in a multicultural workforce.
• High-level of discernment sound judgement and discretion when handling sensitive confidential and complex matters.
• Demonstrates consistent professionalism responsiveness and a service-oriented approach.
• Ability to remain composed courteous and positive under pressure.
• Excellent time management with the ability to prioritize competing demands manage complex schedules and maintain efficiency and accuracy in a fast-paced executive environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail and follow-through.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment.
• Flexible creative and willing to take on a broad range of responsibilities and projects as needed.
• Deep commitment to Coruss core values and the ability to model those values in relationships with colleagues and partners.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 applications including Outlook; willingness and ability to adopt and utilize Microsoft Copilot in daily work (training provided).
  

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• The physical requirements that may be needed to execute responsibilities may include bending standing and walking etc.
• The mental requirements that are essential to satisfactorily executing the responsibilities outlined in this job description include but are not limited to: learning new tasks comprehending and retaining information completing tasks independently effectively communicating verbally and in writing demonstrating proficiency in using computer software to perform assigned tasks.

Other Duties:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities duties or responsibilities for the position. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. All positions are required to perform any additional tasks assigned by the supervisor. Global positions that are bound by contracts will not be changed without notice and approval.

Working Conditions Travel and Environment

• Corus has a hybrid work policy allowing work to be done remotely; two days per week (Tuesday and Wednesday) in the office is required. The employee must be available to work outside normal office hours or weekends as required.
• This position must be able to travel as required for standard domestic business purposes.
• If applicable must have authorization to work in the country of assignment.

As a member of the Corus Family each employee is expected to:

• Foster a work environment where everyone feels valued and included.
• Support employees evaluation and promotion processes based on skills and performance.
• Promote a safe secure and respectful environment for all members of Corus family stakeholders in general and particularly for the communities we serve.
• Follow Corus Code of Conduct helping to prevent any type of abuse including workplace harassment sexual abuse and exploitation and trafficking in persons.
• Adhere to the Organizational Core Values.

Corus International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion national origin sex age disability genetic information protected veteran or any other classification protected by applicable local state or federal laws.

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