Senior Executive Assistant & Board Liaison (VHC Health Foundation)

VHC Health•Arlington, VA

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About The Position

The Senior Executive Assistant & Board Liaison provides high-level administrative, organizational, and governance support to the President of the Foundation and serves as the primary liaison to the Foundation Board of Trustees. This role manages executive priorities, coordinates confidential communications, prepares materials for donor and board engagement, and ensures seamless execution of board governance processes. The position plays a key role in supporting philanthropy operations and advancing the strategic objectives of the Foundation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience accepted.
Minimum 5–7 years of executive administrative support experience, preferably in a nonprofit, hospital foundation, or philanthropic environment.
Prior experience supporting boards, trustees, committees, or governance structures required.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
High emotional intelligence and professionalism in donor, board, and executive environments.
Strong understanding of board governance practices and formal meeting protocols.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple executive-level priorities with discretion and urgency.
Ability to anticipate needs, solve problems proactively, and work independently.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and comfort with board or donor databases (e.g., BoardEffect, Raiser’s Edge/RENXT).