EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO THE FOUNDER-WORLD DISASTER CENTRE

World Disaster Center (WDC) is looking for a highly organized and trustworthy Executive Assistant to the Founder & CEO to provide administrative, communication, and coordination support.

The ideal candidate has a finance background, excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage the Founder’s email and correspondence professionally. You should be comfortable understanding the Founder’s communication style and, when authorized, writing and communicating in the Founder’s voice.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and organize the Founder’s email inbox and follow-ups.
• Draft and respond to correspondence on behalf of the Founder.
• Communicate in the Founder’s voice, tone, and style when authorized.
• Manage scheduling, meetings, and calendar coordination.
• Prepare meeting agendas, notes, and action items.
• Coordinate communications with partners, team members, and external stakeholders.
• Track important tasks, deadlines, and follow-ups.
• Assist with travel, events, and other executive logistics when needed.
• Support the Founder with administrative and special projects.
• Handle confidential information with discretion.

Requirements

• Must be currently based in the United States.
• Must have experience with events
• Background in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field.
• Strong email management and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to write professionally in another person's voice.
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through.
• Comfortable working independently in a remote environment.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, or similar tools.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and reliability.
• Willing to travel when needed

Who Would Be a Great Fit?

Someone who is:

• Highly organized and proactive.
• Comfortable working directly with a Founder/CEO.
• Excellent at managing emails and keeping track of follow-ups.
• Strong with numbers and financial information.
• A clear and confident communicator.
• Able to anticipate needs rather than waiting to be told what to do.
• Passionate about contributing to a mission-driven organization.

If you are based in the United States, have a finance background, and are looking for an opportunity to support senior leadership in a mission-driven organization, we would love to hear from you.