The Ford Agency is actively looking for an experienced Administrative Assistant to join an Alexandria, VA-based non-profit. This role supports office operations with filing, data entry, phone handling, and coordination, working onsite with strong attention to detail, organization, and a willingness to learn. The ideal candidate will be able to hit the ground running and thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment that requires an all-hands-on-deck mindset. This is a terrific opportunity for someone with at least one year of Administrative Assistant experience who is looking to contribute immediately in a mission-driven organization. This is a temporary position and is available immediately.
Responsibilities Include:
Perform general filing and organize physical/digital documents
Enter and update data accurately in systems
Answer and route phone calls as needed
Support daily office coordination tasks
Maintain onsite office organization and supplies
Qualifications Include:
1+ years of Administrative Assistant experience, preferably in a fast-paced or high-pressure environment
Strong attention to detail and accuracy, especially when handling urgent or shifting priorities
Willing to learn, ask questions, and think outside the box
Experience supporting mission-driven or non-profit organizations is a plus
Candidates for this position must be based in DC, MD, or VA area or have independent plans for relocation.
The Ford Agency is a recruiting firm based in Washington, DC. We represent a broad range of organizations including: non-profits, associations, legal, consulting, and government relations firms. This position is an opening with one of our clients.
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