Executive Assistant

UNC-Chapel Hill • Chapel Hill, NC

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About The Position

The Executive Assistant provides high-level professional administrative support to the Vice Provost for Global Affairs and Chief Global Officer at UNC–Chapel Hill. Serving as the Vice Provost’s direct link and first point of contact, the Executive Assistant supports a wide range of administrative needs, including calendar prioritization and coordination, travel arrangements, expenses, event support, and communications.

The role requires professionalism, diplomacy, discretion, sound judgment, and the ability to handle sensitive matters confidentially, accurately, and promptly. The Executive Assistant stays in regular consultation with the Vice Provost about current and emerging priorities, brings critical issues to the Vice Provost’s immediate attention, and redirects other matters to the appropriate offices as needed. Drawing on knowledge of University systems and operations, the position supports efficient work and appropriate interactions with University offices and individuals. The fast-paced, high-profile environment requires composure under pressure, strong multitasking skills, organization, attention to detail, and reliable deadline management. The role involves public contact at the highest levels, both within and outside the organization.

Requirements

• Demonstrated professionalism, diplomacy, and discretion.
• Excellent judgment and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters.
• Ability to maintain composure under pressure in a fast-paced, high-profile office.
• Exceptional ability to multitask.
• Strong organization and attention to detail.
• Ability to meet deadlines reliably.
• Ability to interact with people at the highest levels inside and outside the organization.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize and coordinate the Vice Provost’s calendar.
• Arrange travel and manage expenses.
• Provide event support and assist with communications.
• Serve as the Vice Provost’s direct link and first point of contact.
• Consult regularly with the Vice Provost regarding current and emerging priorities.
• Use judgment to bring critical issues to the Vice Provost’s immediate attention and route other issues to appropriate areas.
• Use knowledge of University systems and operations to provide accurate, efficient support and facilitate appropriate interactions with University offices and individuals.
• Handle sensitive matters in a confidential, organized, and timely manner.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: No Education Listed