Executive Assistant to the CEO - Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited : Job Details

Your new companyResurgomeans to 'rise up again'.Our vision is for a society where everyone workstogether to mend the tears in its fabric. We exist to help everyone play their part.We use our expertise in coaching and impact management to inspire and equip organisations to create ambitious and sustainable social change.We are a Christian organisation working with all, irrespective of faith background, to achieve our shared vision more effectively.Your new rolePerson Specification

• An active Christian, passionate about personally representing the values and beliefs of Resurgo, and our mission to equip and support organisations to play a meaningful part in the repair of our social fabric.
• At least two year's experience working in an EA or PA role
• Remarkably efficient with high attention to detail and strong organisational skills; someone who is self-motivated and likes to achieve results
• Confident, calm, diplomatic and confidential, with a mature and flexible approach to work and work relationships
• A proactive forward planner with an ability to anticipate needs ahead of time and work well under pressure
• High emotional intelligence with evidence of a clear understanding of how to use telephone, email, written and verbal communication to build strong working relationships

Key ResponsibilitiesPersonal Administration Support

• Manage the Chief Executive's diary, optimising the efficient use of time and resources through effective planning and 'gate-keeping' in a relational style that represents the charity's values
• Ensure all necessary briefing papers and documents are compiled for the Chief Executive in good time in advance of meetings
• Prepare and present excellent Powerpoint and other presentations for internal and external audiences, e.g., meetings with donors, trustees and other key stakeholders.

Governance Support

• Co-ordinate and attend Trustees' meetings, including arranging dates, preparing papers in advance, taking and sending out minutes
• Administrate the Investors', Communications, Fundraising, Strategy and Finance, and other Trustee Steering Groups
• Support with various ad hoc projects to enable robust organisational governance
• Coordinate the Strategic Delivery team monthly meeting, and Senior Leadership Team weekly meeting, including organising meeting dates, preparing agendas and sending out minutes, as well as ensuring follow-up actions are completed

Wider team support

• Work with a team to man the reception desk during office hours, and answer the office mainline phone and email inbox

What you'll get in returnBenefits

• 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Excellent personal development and training opportunities, including our iLM-accredited 5-day Coaching for Leadership programme
• Regular staff prayer meetings, conferences and retreats (one residential)
• Employee Assistance Programme (a confidential support service) and the option to take advantage of Give as you Earn (GAYE) and Cycle to Work scheme

What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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