Project and Editorial Assistant

The position supports the work of an economic policy research and advocacy firm participating in the national economic policy-making process. This work is a mix of support through administrative and editorial responsibilities on various team assignments and newsletters. As a key part of the team, this role helps manage the day-to-day and plays a primary part in coordinating work with outside groups, as well as legislators.

Compensation: $25/hr, plus expenses

Schedule: 40 hours/week or more; Flexible

Responsibilities:

• Provide editing and writing support for policy assignments, such as the weekly update and memos
• Organize and schedule appointments
• Coordinate and facilitate conference calls
• Plan meetings and take detailed notes
• Assist in distribution of a regular newsletter
• Assist in tracking timelines for projects and tracking specific to-do lists
• Plan and execute events
• Book travel arrangements
• Tech support (iPhone, printer, wireless networks)

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Editing and writing skills
• Proven administrative and/or project experience
• Knowledge of office management systems and procedures and office equipment
• Proficiency in MS Office/Google Drive, and MailChimp programs
• Excellent time management skills, the ability to prioritize work, pay attention to detail, and troubleshoot problems
• Excellent written and verbal communication and organizational skills
• General familiarity with fiscal, financial, and economic policy issues
• Please note that the team uses Slack

Location: Washington, D.C.

Target Start Date: July 12, 2021