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Staff Assistant (Full time, Washington, DC)

Background:

Women Work! The National Network for Women's Employment is a nonprofit organization that advocates for women's economic security through policies, programs and partnerships. Since 1978, the Network has assisted more than 10 million women to successfully enter, re-enter and advance in the workforce. Through supporting, advocating and advancing women's economic self-sufficiency, Women Work! strengthens families and communities. 

The Position:

The Women Work! Staff Assistant plays a critical support role to the Senior Manager for Administration and Data Management as well as other Women Work! departments, including but not limited to membership, communications and fund development. The Staff Assistant is responsible for interacting with a range of people who call the national office, including women in crises, Women Work! members, funders and corporate partners. The Staff Assistant is critical to maintaining the daily operations of the national office. She/he must be able to work cooperatively and collaboratively with support staff, program staff and senior leadership to fulfill a diverse range of responsibilities related to Women Work!'s mission and activities. This is an opportunity for a highly motivated, energetic and driven individual to work in a supportive and flexible work environment with a small staff dedicated to advancing women's economic security. 

Staff Assistant will be expected to (but may not be limited to): 
*	Provide staff support for Women Work! activities and projects
*	Assist with daily functions related to the administrative maintenance of the national office
*	Project a friendly and positive demeanor toward people who call Women Work!
*	Assist with bookkeeping and payroll functions
*	Maintain clean and orderly office environment
*	Assist membership department with recruitment, retention and maintenance
*	Provide support to the fundraising department and the CEO's fundraising activities 
*	Assist with intern orientation
*	Provide support in preparing for the National Conference
*	Provide general support to the Sr. Manager for Administration and Data Management 


Qualifications:

*	Minimum of an Associates' Degree or equivalent work experience. A Bachelor's degree a plus
*	Experience working in an office environment and providing office support
*	Well-organized with attention to detail and follow-up
*	Experience utilizing a database or managing data
*	Excellent interpersonal and phone skills
*	Initiative and problem-solving skills
*	Ability to multi-task without losing details
*	Interest in women's economic security issues
*	Interest and willingness to learn and grow professionally
*	Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus

Required skills:

*	Computer applications: Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet, database 
*	Online research

Salary:
Mid to High 20's, plus excellent benefits = full health care and dental insurance, life insurance, 403(b), flexible spending accounts and excellent leave benefits

To Apply:  

Please send resume, cover letter, to: 

Staff Assistant Search
Women Work!
1625 K St, NW Suite 300
Washington, DC 20006
fax 202-467-5366 
staffsearch at womenwork.org 

INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONDUCTED ON A ROLLING BASIS.  EARLY APPLICATION IS STRONGLY ENCOURAGED.
Only applicants that are selected for interviews will be contacted.

To learn more about Women Work!, please go to www.womenwork.org 

Women Work! is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds. Women Work! is committed to upholding a work environment free from discrimination and inequality. It is our policy to actively encourage a diverse pool of candidates who believe in the organization's mission and vision.