Executive Assistant
Listed on 2026-11-01
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Administrative/Clerical
Administrative Management, Business Administration -
Management
Administrative Management, Business Administration
Employer
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The Center for Victims of Torture
Location: Fully Remote — United States
Headquarters: Center for Victims of Torture, 2356 University Avenue West, St. Paul, Minnesota
Employment Type: Full-Time, Salaried
Annual Salary: $64,000–$70,000 USD
Final date to receive applications: November 1, 2026
Date Posted: October 9, 2026
The Center for Victims of Torture works toward a future in which torture ceases to exist and its victims have hope for a new life. We are an international nonprofit dedicated to healing survivors of torture. We offer rehabilitation services to those who have been tortured, train partners around the world who can prevent and treat torture, and advocate for human rights and an end to torture.
We are headquartered in Minnesota, and we have US offices in Georgia and DC, as well as offices in Africa, the Middle East, and Mexico.
The Center for Victims of Torture is hiring an Executive Assistant to provide executive support to enhance the effectiveness of the Executive Leadership Team (ELT), which includes the President/CEO and the Vice Presidents. The Executive Director serves as a main point of contact for diverse stakeholders including staff, the Board of Directors, donors, and other external stakeholders. The Executive Assistant manages schedules and travel, responds to requests and coordinates workflow, and uses a high level of professionalism and discretion.
They will serve as a liaison to the Board of Directors and provide high-level support for meetings and projects across the executive office.
CVT is seeking a highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented Executive Assistant to support the Executive Leadership Team (ELT), including the President/CEO and Vice Presidents.
This position plays a vital role in strengthening executive effectiveness through strategic administrative support, calendar and travel management, meeting coordination, and project oversight. The Executive Assistant serves as a key liaison among executive leadership, the Board of Directors, staff, donors, and external stakeholders, ensuring clear communication, efficient workflows, and the professional handling of sensitive information.
The ideal candidate demonstrates sound judgment, discretion, flexibility, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, mission-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities Executive and Administrative Support- Research, prioritize, and follow up on issues requiring executive attention.
- Prepare meeting materials, process expense reports and reimbursements, and submit or approve timesheets for executive team members.
- Coordinate special projects and initiatives based on priorities established by the President/CEO.
- Anticipate executive needs and help ensure efficient workflows across the leadership team.
- Coordinate Board of Directors and committee meetings, including scheduling, logistics, agendas, materials, and follow-up activities.
- Prepare detailed meeting minutes and maintain accurate board records.
- Manage board files, manuals, policies, and orientation materials.
- Organize annual new board member orientations and the Board of Directors retreat, including planning logistics and preparing supporting materials.
- Serve as a primary liaison between executive leadership and staff, board members, donors, and other stakeholders.
- Build and maintain positive professional relationships through clear, respectful, and timely communication.
- Coordinate Senior Leadership Team (SLT) meetings, including scheduling, agenda preparation, minute-taking, and distribution of meeting notes to staff.
- Respond to requests for information and documentation…
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