Executive Assistant to the EVP and CSO

Govini•Arlington, VA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to support both our Executive Vice President (EVP) and Chief of Strategy, serving as a critical partner in enabling leadership effectiveness at a rapidly growing, mission-driven company. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a high-growth environment, anticipates needs before they arise, and can seamlessly manage multiple streams of work across two senior executives with distinct operating styles, one primarily in-office and one remote. The Executive Assistant will play a central role in optimizing executive time, ensuring operational excellence, and helping leadership stay focused on the company’s highest priorities. Success in this role requires initiative, discretion, exceptional organizational skill, and the ability to operate with professionalism and sound judgment in a fast-paced, evolving environment. This is a full-time position based in our Arlington, VA office and requires close in-person support for the EVP, along with proactive virtual support for the Chief of Strategy.

Requirements

U.S. Citizenship is required
Bachelor’s Degree
5+ years of Executive level administrative support experience
Experience working in ambiguous and fast-paced environments
Capable of producing high-quality content on short deadlines
Ability to manage multiple streams of work and plan, organize, and prioritize appropriately
Fast learner and able to work independently with minimal supervision
Exceptional attention to detail; ability to consistently produce timely and error-free work
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Superb judgment and proven ability to handle confidential information
Enthusiastic team member with a positive disposition and attitude

Responsibilities

Own end-to-end executive support for the EVP and the Chief of Strategy, expertly managing evolving priorities, schedules, and daily operations
Strategically manage complex calendars across time zones, optimizing time and commitments while anticipating needs, resolving conflicts, and independently solving logistical challenges
Serve as a trusted liaison and professional point of contact for senior internal and external stakeholders on behalf of both executives
Manage incoming and outgoing communications with discretion and urgency; track follow-ups, action items, and commitments to ensure seamless execution
Develop high-quality presentations, briefing documents, decks, and other executive-level materials
Prepare and distribute meeting agendas, pre-reads, and post-meeting follow-ups to drive clarity and accountability
Ensure in-person and virtual meetings run seamlessly from planning through execution, including logistics, room bookings, IT coordination, materials, catering, and technical setup
Coordinate complex travel arrangements, including flights, ground transportation, accommodations, and detailed itineraries; proactively adjust as plans change
Support planning and execution of leadership offsites, strategy sessions, and company events as needed
Contribute to cross-functional initiatives, special projects, and evolving administrative priorities