Executive Coordinator to the Chief Executive Officer

LED FastStart • New Orleans, LA

1d • $55,000 - $60,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

O'Brien Garrett is looking for a smart, motivated early-career professional to support the CEO in fast-paced progressive politics, policy, and nonprofit consulting work. This role is ideal for someone who is curious, self-motivated, and resourceful, with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. The right candidate is proactive about asking questions, digging deeper, and consistently following up and following through to move work forward. A demonstrated commitment to mission-driven work is essential.

Requirements

• 1-3+ years of professional work experience, or equivalent experience demonstrating leadership and organizational responsibility (e.g., roles in school, athletics, community, or volunteer settings), with a strong understanding of managing schedules, timelines, communication, and follow-through.
• Demonstrated interest in politics, policy, campaigns, advocacy, or nonprofit work
• Progressive values and comfort in a progressive environment
• Highly proactive, resourceful, and organized with strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and stay organized in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through
• Proactive in asking for priorities and clarification, and confident in raising questions or sharing perspectives to ensure work moves forward effectively
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; comfortable learning new tools

Nice To Haves

• Preference for candidates with experience running social media accounts and working on a Mac

Responsibilities

• Track project progress and ensure deadlines, deliverables, and follow-ups are met across multiple workstreams
• Coordinate meetings, events, and projects (e.g., scheduling, vendors, venues, travel, follow-ups)
• Translate ideas into clear action steps and timelines, with ownership over execution and follow-up
• Help manage the CEO's calendar and priorities
• Ensure the CEO is well prepared for meetings by coordinating across teams to compile agendas, gather relevant materials, and collect any additional context in advance.
• Provide logistical support for research (e.g., pulling previous surveys, reviewing questionnaires, organizing materials)
• Help organize and summarize research outputs, including drafting briefs, slide content, and key takeaways
• Manage library of client case studies, research projects and other client related materials
• Help manage the CEO's network portfolio; track key relationships and follow-ups
• Draft professional emails and notes; ensure follow-through
• Support the management and growth of the CEO's social media presence through content scheduling, engagement tracking, and opportunity identification
• Turn conversations, client highlights, and emerging ideas into clear, compelling draft posts and content
• Maintain a content calendar to ensure a consistent and timely online presence
• Prepare, format, and proofread documents, reports, and presentations
• Maintain organized and up-to-date digital files, shared drives, and systems
• Assist with data entry, list management, and record-keeping
• Track materials, deadlines, and key information to support team coordination
• Provide general administrative support to ensure smooth day-to-day operations
• Coordinate the accurate submission of travel expenses and manage client billing

What This Job Offers

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