Special Assistant To The Ceo

ISD is an independent, non-profit organisation dedicated to safeguarding human rights and reversing the rising tide of polarisation, extremism and disinformation worldwide.

Why work for ISD?

ISD is not your ordinary think tank. We turn research into action that changes the world. Our insights don't gather dust on shelves - they power the fight to protect democracy and human rights on the front lines. We're committed to delivering real change, from the grassroots to the highest levels of global institutions. And we're looking for passionate individuals who share our commitment to making a difference. Join us and be part of an organisation that's making an impact.

ISD's Guiding Principles of integrity, collaboration, agility and courage define who we are as a team and an organisation. These principles reflect our culture and guide the way we work and the choices we make.

Our Benefits

• Inclusive wellbeing programme with regular wellbeing initiatives e.g. early finish on a Friday.
• Employee Assistance Programme and dedicated counsellors for those working with potentially traumatic content.
• Remote working budget.
• Annual personal development budget.
• 20 days paid time off plus 11 public holidays.
• Sick pay and enhanced family friendly policies.
• 1 week of additional paid time off over Christmas, outside of your annual leave entitlement.
• 401k policy
• Flexible and remote working based on ISD's Time Principles of trust, communication and flexibility.
• Paid time off for development and life's important events.
• Health Insurance policy including vison and dental.

Salary

$85,000 - $110,000, depending on experience.

Location

You may work from our office in Washington D.C. or London, from home, or on a hybrid arrangement to suit you. Please note this role will require travel to support the CEO.

Hours

This is a full time position, 40 hours per week.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

ISD is committed to promoting diversity throughout its workforce and aims for its team to be truly representative of all sections of society. We make a concerted effort to ensure our workplace, employment policies and organisational culture creates an inclusive, positive and progressive environment in which all members of our team are treated with dignity and respect.

We strongly encourage applications from people of colour, the LGBTQ+ community, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, carers, and people from diverse socio-economic backgrounds.

The role

The Special Assistant will be a trusted advisor of the CEO and will serve as a liaison to the Board of Directors and Senior Management teams. The post holder will support the development of proposals, bids and programmes; will drive stakeholder communications on behalf of the CEO; and will oversee special projects at both a local and international level.

Key responsibilities include:

• Support the CEO and wider ISD team members to maximise and capitalise on opportunities and leads by proactively engaging with stakeholders and colleagues.
• Support to the CEO in implementing ISD’s mission by coordinating talking points and speeches, preparing written summaries, following up on engagements and coordinating/drafting correspondence with key external stakeholders, partners and donors.
• Work with the CEO’s Executive Assistant to manage and prioritise her schedule.
• Prepare proposals with support from relevant senior programmatic and operations colleagues.
• Complete complex projects or activities in support of the work of the CEO.  
• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with external stakeholders including partner organisations, donors, academic institutions and media, keeping the CEO informed of progress and developments.

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The ideal candidate

The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in a special assistant role (or similar) and possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, be highly organised with excellent attention to detail, and be proactive in their approach. This position will require the ability and willingness to travel and work outside traditional office hours.

Please review our job description for essential criteria, and keep in mind that no candidate will meet every requirement in the advert. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified, but you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to hear from you.

How To Apply

Please submit your application by Friday 28th July 2023 including your CV/resume and a one-page cover letter outlining your experience and motivation. ISD reserves the right to interview and appoint candidates prior to the advertised closing date. 

If you have any further questions about this vacancy or want to speak to a member of our recruitment team, please contact us via [email protected]

ISD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.