Job Details

Executive Assistant

The Executive Assistant will provide administrative support to the Executive Director (ED) and play a critical role in ensuring the efficiency and effectiveness of the operations of Inequality Media, a non-profit digital media organization co-founded by Robert Reich.Reporting directly to the ED, this role is equal parts organization, communication, and coordination perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. The role supports a wide range of projects and tasks across administration, operations, fundraising, production, and communications and is an opportunity for someone to have a front seat to how an impactful and growing nonprofit is run.

This position requires excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to manage multiple priorities. The position proactively anticipates and identifies the needs of the Executive Director and organization. The ideal candidate is excited by the opportunity to contribute to a growing nonprofit and shares our belief that economic inequality is a defining social justice issue of our time.

This is a full-time, hourly (nonexempt) position based out of Inequality Media's Berkeley office with the opportunity to work from home one to two days per week. The salary range for this position is $70,000-$90,000.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the right hand to the Executive Director (ED), helping drive organizational goals and priorities.
• Manage the ED's calendar, scheduling, and daily operations with precision and foresight.
• Coordinate logistics for weekly "Coffee Klatch" podcast featuring the ED and Prof. Robert Reich.
• Support production needs including handling logistics for team meals for monthly in-studio video shoots and other creative projects.
• Handle travel planning, expense reporting, and other operational tasks with efficiency and care.
• Draft, edit, and manage internal and external communications on behalf of the ED.
• Screen and respond to media inquiries, scheduling interviews with the ED and leadership team.
• Maintain key email inboxes and ensure timely, professional responses to outside inquiries.
• Provide high-level administrative and operational support, including occasional professional errands, as new opportunities arise.

Office Management & Logistics

• Maintain general office operations, including mail distribution, deliveries, and managing office supplies
• Troubleshoot and resolve office-related issues
• Assist with additional office tasks as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Administrative office experience, internship acceptable
• Experience with fundraising or nonprofit organizations helpful but not required
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including copyediting
• Strong organizational and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a small team
• Ability to adapt to evolving priorities and deadlines while remaining calm under pressure
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Suite (Gmail, Drive, Docs, Sheets); Photoshop a plus
• Excellent technology skills; comfortable troubleshooting tech issues and learning new systems quickly
• Knowledge of current events, politics, and economics helpful

Requirements

• Passionate about Inequality Media's mission and impact
• Proven track record of follow-through and accountability
• Flexibility and good humor

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously, balancing long-term projects with time-sensitive demands. They will be proactive, resourceful, and thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential. The candidate will be motivated by the opportunity to contribute to a growing nonprofit organization and share the staff and board's belief that addressing economic inequality is a defining social justice issue of our time.

Compensation & Benefits

Inequality Media offers salaries commensurate with experience. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; and additional employee support resources as well as phone service reimbursement.

About Inequality Media

Inequality Media is a nonprofit digital media company with an employee-centered culture. Our vision is a United States where informed citizens actively participate in democracy and where economic gains are broadly shared. We creatively address the challenge of explaining why this matters and how solutions can be achieved through digital media and online videos.

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