Executive Administrator

Gladstone Institutes

$94K — $110K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of administrative experience, including 2 years in executive support or transferable skills.
  • BA/BS preferred.
  • Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite; familiarity with CRM and project management tools preferred.
  • Experience in philanthropy or development departments is preferred.
  • Ability to design and implement workflow management systems and maintain data.
  • Demonstrated grace under pressure and problem-solving skills in professional settings.

Responsibilities

  • Provide high-quality executive support to the VP of Philanthropy and other leadership.
  • Implement and improve the philanthropy team’s workflow management system.
  • Lead logistics and communication for on-site donor meetings.
  • Support Foundation Board activities, including event planning and stakeholder coordination.
  • Maintain donor data within the fundraising database and prepare performance dashboards.
  • Manage and process departmental expenses, invoices, and reimbursements.
  • Serve as a liaison between Philanthropy and administrative teams or external vendors.

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment with committed and supportive teammates.
  • Professional growth opportunities within a mission-driven organization.
  • Encouragement of a healthy work/life balance for optimal productivity.
  • Access to generous medical, dental, and vision benefits.
  • Commuter benefits and free shuttle transportation are provided.
Full Job Description
Category:
Administration
Lab/Area:
Philanthropy

Description:

About the role

The Executive Administrator (EA) within Gladstone's Philanthropy team provides high-level executive support for the VP of Philanthropy and oversees the workflow management system for frontline fundraisers and development operations. It is a hybrid position that requires frequent on-site work. The EA supports the
Vice President, President, Directors, and Foundation Board members in executing fundraising and engagement strategies.

What you will do
  • In alignment with Gladstone's core values, provide efficient, high-quality service through the innovative use of skills, shared knowledge, technology, and effective communication.
  • Maintain personal integrity and accountability and be committed to creating a positive, fun, supportive environment that values respect and teamwork.
  • Implement and improve the philanthropy team's workflow management system.
  • Provide reliable high-level administrative support to the VP of Philanthropy, including meeting preparation, complex calendaring, agendas, note-taking during meetings, follow up, tracking of action items, and data entry.
  • Lead the administrative support of on-site donor meetings including logistics, communication, and follow up.
  • Support the activities of the Foundation Board, including communications, event planning, onboarding, and coordinating with external and internal stakeholders.
  • Maintain donor data for principal gifts and presidential prospects within the fundraising database.
  • Build and prepare dashboard reports of key performance indicators.
  • Serve as liaison between Philanthropy and other Gladstone administrative teams and external vendors.
  • Manage the department's expenses, ensuring accurate allocation and timely processing of invoices, purchase orders, and reimbursements.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.


What you will need
  • 5+ years administrative experience, including 2 years of executive administrative support, or transferable skills.
  • Non traditional candidates are encouraged to apply.
  • BA/BS preferred
  • Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communications skills
  • Flexible and creative thinking with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously with high attention to detail
  • Experience working in a philanthropy/development department preferred
  • Demonstrated ability to design and implement a workflow management system, maintain data, and support institutional leadership
  • Experience working in a high-visibility setting requiring professional etiquette, grace under pressure, and problem-solving
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Suite. Familiarity with CRM systems (Raiser's Edge, Salesforce, etc.) and project management software (Asana, Slack, etc.) preferred

Salary Range:

$94K-$110K

Gladstone Perks & Benefits
  • People-work with talented, committed, and supportive teammates within an organization that values each member of its community.
  • A meaningful place to grow and learn-whether it's your professional skills or scientific knowledge, we have the resources and environment to advance either so you can better support Gladstone's mission to drive a new era of discovery in disease-oriented science and to mentor tomorrow's leaders in an inspiring and excellent environment.
  • Healthy work/life balance-you are highly engaged and productive at work because you can have time to recharge and enjoy a vibrant life outside of work.
  • Compensation-competitive salary. Title and salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
  • Excellent benefits-generous medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, paid vacation, commuter benefits, access to free shuttle transportation.

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