Intern - Executive Assistant to the CEO

Reporting directly to the CEO, the Executive Assistant provides executive support in a one-on-one working relationship. The Executive Assistant serves as the primary point of contact for internal and external constituencies on all matters pertaining to CEO. The Executive Assistant also serves as a liaison to the senior members; organizes and coordinates executive outreach and external relations efforts; and oversees special projects. The Executive Assistant must be creative and enjoy working within a small, entrepreneurial environment that is mission-driven, results-driven and community oriented.

The ideal individual will have the ability to exercise good judgment in a variety of situations, with strong written and verbal communication, administrative, and organizational skills, and the ability to maintain a realistic balance among multiple priorities. The Executive Assistant will have the ability to work independently on projects, from conception to completion, and must be able to work under pressure at times to handle a wide variety of activities and confidential matters with discretion.
 

• Completes a broad variety of administrative tasks for the CEO including: managing an extremely active calendar of appointments.
• Plans, coordinates and ensures the CEO's schedule is followed and respected. Provides "gatekeeper" and "gateway" role, creating win-win situations for direct access to the CEO's time.
• Communicates directly, and on behalf of the CEO.
• Researches, prioritizes, and follows up on incoming issues and concerns addressed, including those of a sensitive or confidential nature. Determines appropriate course of action, referral, or response.
• Provides a bridge for smooth communication between the CEO and internal departments; demonstrating leadership to maintain credibility, trust and support with senior management staff.
• Works closely and effectively with the CEO to keep him/her well informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities, following up appropriately. Acts as a "barometer," having a sense for the issues taking place in the environment and keeping him updated.
• Successfully completes critical aspects of deliverables with a hands-on approach, including drafting acknowledgement letters, personal correspondence, and other tasks that facilitate the CEO's ability to effectively lead the company.
• Prioritizes conflicting needs; handles matters expeditiously, proactively, and follows-through on projects to successful completion, often with deadline pressures.

• Studying for Bachelor's degree
• Sound business judgment, including the ability to handle sensitive and highly confidential information
• Ability to deal effectively with individuals at all levels
• Professional temperament, including the ability to remain calm under difficult circumstances
• Proven time management skills, with an ability to effectively establish and execute priorities in a dynamic and changing environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (G-suite, Word, Excel, and Power Point), Adobe Acrobat, and Social Media web platforms.

The position would be and internship for 3 months, unpaid and it would be remote.

**Few additional but important points:**
BlockDeliver has a closely knit team and is an early-stage start-up. Therefore we are looking for a person who is passionate and self-driven, and possesses good interpersonal communication skills.

BlockDeliver has a global presence, with a team that is diverse in terms of nationality, gender, age, culture, race, religion, ethnicity as well as time zones. To have such a team work in harmony, it is essential that all team members are tolerant and respectful to each other despite the diversity. Therefore, we are looking forward to having a person who will enjoy being a part of such a vibrant and globally diverse team.