Special Assistant to the CEO, COO & CDMO

FLSA Status: Exempt
Reports To: COO (dotted-line to CEO and CDMO)
Supervises: None

Position Summary:

Provides high-level executive and operational support to the CEO, COO, and CDMO with a primary focus on travel, logistics, meeting planning, and end-to-end coordination of all volunteer activities.

Essential Responsibilities:

Executive Support

  • Manage complex calendars for the CEO; schedule and prioritize meetings, and engagements. Coordinate all travel (air/ground, lodging), create detailed itineraries, and process related expenses.
  • Prepare agendas, briefing materials, decks, and meeting packets; capture and track action items.
  • Handle executive correspondence, routing, and follow-up with strict confidentiality.
  • Support board/committee logistics, including scheduling, materials, and minutes as needed.

Logistics & Planning

  • Plan and execute meeting/event logistics (venue, AV, catering, room sets, vendor coordination).
  • Maintain organized systems for files, contacts, and key documents; ensure timely follow-through on tasks.
  • Coordinate internal/external site visits, donor tours, and special engagements.

Volunteer Program Coordination

  • Serve as the central point of contact for all volunteer activities organization-wide.
  • Scope, schedule, and staff volunteer projects with internal teams and external partners.
  • Manage volunteer communications, sign-ups, orientations, day-of coordination, safety protocols, and supplies.
  • Track participation and outcomes; coordinate recognition and post-event follow-ups; maintain accurate records.

Development & Marketing Support

  • Support donor/sponsor meetings and events with scheduling, logistics, materials, and on-site execution.
  • Coordinate with Marketing on appeals, event collateral and post-event communications tied to all activities.

Administrative

  • Process invoices, reimbursements, and procurement related to executive, event, and volunteer activities.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the CEO, COO, or CDMO.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • 4+ years of experience in executive administrative support, operations, or event/volunteer coordination.
  • Proven skill in calendar/travel management, logistics, and meeting/event execution.
  • Excellent written/verbal communication; strong judgment and discretion.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office/Google Workspace and calendar/expense tools.
  • Ability to work occasional evenings/weekends.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Beyond Housing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Beyond Housing believes that each individual is unique, and we are committed to respecting the diversity of all individuals. We strive to move beyond simple tolerance, embracing and celebrating the differences contained within each of us, making us stronger as whole.

Culture Statement for Beyond Housing – Beyond Housing cultivates a climate of respect, friendliness, collaboration, and open, honest communication. Team members are empowered and trusted to work methodically and innovate together. We consistently recognize and celebrate team members’ contributions, creativity, drive, passions, and achievements.

At Beyond Housing, we are genuinely committed to our staff and to making Beyond Housing a place where our team members are happy to work. We support team members’ work-life balance and professional development; ensure that all team members feel included, valued, and appreciated; embrace flexibility in the workplace; and encourage and support team members’ involvement in the organization.

We are, likewise, committed to the communities we serve and to helping to make communities better places to live. We hold team members accountable to our mission and to the community – asking them to demonstrate this commitment by engaging the community and asking the right questions for alignment and action.

We look for team members who hold themselves accountable to the following traits:
Collaborative – Creative – Curious – Reliable – Methodical – Trusted – Driven

ADA – Beyond Housing is committed to furthering the purpose of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The company is always willing to consider reasonable accommodations, which may allow a disabled person to perform this or any other job. The Summary of Physical Requirements is a list of what we believe at this point to be necessary in order to perform the essential functions of the job.

Diversity & Inclusion Statement – At Beyond Housing, we are committed to promoting Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity throughout our organization and culture. We strive to understand and appreciate the individuality of every employee and create a better place to work for all. We nurture a culture where everyone positively acknowledges equity through action and is aware, understanding, and appreciative of diversity.

Our vision is to go beyond simple tolerance and fully embrace the things that make each person unique. We recognize that our employees’ differences support our ability to advance equity for the communities we serve. Further, we understand that equity is critical to the fulfillment of our mission to help entire communities become better places to live.

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