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The Planetary Society has been the world\u2019s largest and most effective space advocacy group for 45 years. Co-founded by Carl Sagan, The Planetary Society\u2019s mission is to empower the world’s citizens to advance space science and exploration. We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment and operate with a high level of mutual trust. We are passionate about our mission and committed to continual organizational improvement while also respecting and protecting work\/life balance. Our team is strengthened by its diversity of talents, experiences, and perspectives. We foster mutual respect and a sense of belonging for all people in our work.<\/p>\n
Reporting to the CEO, the Senior Executive Assistant provides high-level administrative and operational support to ensure the effective use of the CEO\u2019s time, attention, and focus.<\/p>\n
This role goes beyond traditional executive support to include coordination across the organization\u2019s leadership team and support for key strategic initiatives. Acting as a trusted extension of the CEO, the Senior Executive Assistant helps ensure that priorities are clear, communication is streamlined, and decisions translate into action.<\/p>\n
This is an ideal role for an experienced executive assistant who brings strong judgment, discretion, and organizational awareness, and who is comfortable operating in both highly detailed and cross-functional contexts.<\/p>\n
This role operates with a high degree of trust and discretion and serves as a key extension of the CEO in interactions across the organization.<\/p>\n
CEO Support & Prioritization<\/p>\n
Communication & Correspondence<\/p>\n
Leadership Team Coordination<\/p>\n
Strategic Initiative Support<\/p>\n
Board & Governance Support<\/p>\n
Administrative Operations<\/p>\n
The ideal candidate for this position is an experienced executive assistant who brings strong judgment, discretion, and organizational awareness. They are highly organized and detail-oriented, while also able to see the bigger picture and support work across teams. They are proactive, resourceful, and take initiative in managing priorities and ensuring follow-through.<\/p>\n
They build strong, positive relationships and are someone colleagues and external partners enjoy working with. They are comfortable working behind the scenes to support leadership, while also engaging confidently with a range of stakeholders. This individual thrives in a dynamic environment and takes pride in helping leaders and teams operate effectively to advance The Planetary Society\u2019s mission.<\/p>\n
The Planetary Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals who are representative of the culturally and ethnically diverse communities that we serve.<\/p>\n