Executive Assistant
20 days ago
New York
Job DescriptionJob Title: French/English Bilingual Executive Assistant Department: Executive Office Reports to: Executive Business Partner Status: Full-time, exempt Start Date: April 2026 Salary: $66,300.00 Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm with one-hour unpaid lunch To spread joie de vivre through language, culture, and connection! Attracting over 150,000 visitors annually, L’Alliance New York is the city’s premier center for French language and francophone arts and cultures. As an independent, not-for-profit organization, L’Alliance New York’s mission is to provide our members and students with engaging French language classes and audacious multi-disciplinary programming that celebrates the diversity of francophone cultures and creativity around the world. L’Alliance New York is internationally known for offering the largest selection of fully-immersive French language courses for students aged one to 101, and for its renowned cultural programming including the annual Bastille Day celebration that takes place on New York's famed Madison Avenue, attracting over 50,000 visitors each year; the Crossing The Line arts and performance festival that engages NYC cultural institutions in bringing dynamic international artists to audiences; Animation First, the biggest animation festival in the U.S; and the Comic Arts Fest, celebrating the intersection of American and francophone comic arts. Position Overview: The Executive Assistant provides high-level administrative and operational support to the President, ensuring the smooth and efficient functioning of the executive office within a dynamic, cultural non-profit organization. This role offers a unique, top-down view of the organization and requires close collaboration with senior leadership and department heads across Marketing, Cultural Programs, Language Center, Development, Finance, and Human Resources. This position calls for exceptional organizational skills, discretion, flexibility, and a strong service mindset. The description below outlines the core responsibilities of the role but is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties. Key Responsibilities: Executive Support: • Draft, edit, and format presentations, speeches, letters, emails, and notes for the President in both French and English., • Prepare, review, and distribute internal and external correspondence on behalf of the executive office., • Coordinate and prepare materials for meetings involving the President, including agendas, briefing documents, and follow-up notes., • Manage the President’s calendar, including scheduling meetings, conference calls, and high-level appointments; ensure time is used efficiently and priorities are met., • Coordinate VIP guests and external stakeholders, ensuring a high level of professionalism and hospitality., • Take meeting minutes and track action items as needed., • Prepare and update slides for internal team meetings., • Support the Executive Business Partner with Board and Committee meeting preparation., • Organize domestic and international travel, including flights, accommodations, itineraries, and logistics; assist with related expense tracking., • Provide support on special projects, personal requests, and administrative or financial documentation, including report preparation.Administrative & Office Support:, • Help maintain a welcoming and professional office environment, including preparing coffee and refreshments for guests., • Cover reception phones as needed and assist with daily office operations., • Support office setup for meetings, events, and special visits., • Provide general administrative support, including data entry and contact management in the database system., • Ensure office organization and efficiency by ordering supplies, coordinating vendors, and overseeing shared spaces., • Manage recurring office needs such as coffee, flowers, and gift bags.Development & Event Support:, • Assist with VIP invitations, guest lists, facesheet preparation, and RSVP tracking for events led by the President., • Support the planning and execution of major institutional events, including the annual gala, festivals, and cultivation events., • Provide on-site support during events and special programs.The job description above is not an exhaustive list of duties. The person in this role will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by the role and the overall business objectives of L’Alliance New York. Who You Are This role might be a great fit if you: • Are a natural helper who enjoys solving problems and supporting others., • Thrive in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment and remain calm under pressure., • Are highly organized, proactive, and eager to organize everything down to the smallest detail, while managing multiple priorities simultaneously., • Demonstrate discretion, sound judgment, and professionalism at all times., • Enjoy working with senior leadership, donors, and external partners., • Have a genuine passion for French culture and the mission of cultural non-profits.Qualifications & Skills, • Native-level French and full professional fluency in English; excellent written and verbal communication skills in both languages., • Proven experience in an administrative, executive assistant, or similar support role., • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask effectively., • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and comfort working with databases, CRM tools (Raiser’s Edge preferred), and internet research., • Tech-savvy with the ability to quickly learn new tools and systems., • Comfortable interacting with senior executives, high-level donors, and VIP guests., • Interest in or experience with nonprofit organizations strongly preferred., • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.Why Join Us At L’Alliance New York, you’ll be part of a supportive, mission-driven organization dedicated to spreading joie de vivre through language and culture. We offer: • The opportunity to contribute your technical expertise to a culturally rich, impactful nonprofit that connects diverse francophone communities with New York and beyond., • A collaborative, multilingual team culture that values creativity, kindness, and cultural curiosity., • Generous paid vacation and holiday package., • Health, dental, and vision insurance with employer contribution., • 403(b) retirement savings plan with up to 5% employer match after 2 years., • Pre-tax commuter benefits (CBP) and flexible spending account (FSA)., • Complimentary French classes and discounts on our vibrant cultural programs—perfect for deepening your connection to francophone culture., • A free membership to L’Alliance New York, giving you access to events, the French Library, and much more.TO APPLY: Please submit a resume, cover letter, and two references. Employment at L’Alliance New York is at-will, meaning that either the employee or the organization may end the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, unless otherwise specified in a written agreement. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please reach out via the same email address. L’Alliance New York is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, marital status, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, citizenship status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Powered by JazzHR Kuze5VDx04
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