DRG Talent - Administrative Assistant (Contracted Role)

DRG is a talent advisory group that serves nonprofit organizations that care for, inspire, and enrich the lives of people all over the world. Our team of talent advisors shares a commitment to the values that matter to our clients, bringing more than 30 years of experience to serving the nonprofit community.

As a talent advisory group, we offer a suite of services to help nonprofits search for, attract, and nurture innovative, diverse leadership for their organizations. We also help organizations maximize their impact through talent assessments, transition planning, and by providing insights into compensation and organizational design. Our mission is to support nonprofits in bringing together the right leadership, talent, culture, and structure – so people and organizations can thrive together.

DRG is seeking a skilled professional to step in and support our team during a maternity leave period. This temporary contracted role is expected to last around 10 months. We are looking for an Administrative Assistant who will provide calendar management and administrative support to DRG’s Leadership Team (including our CEO, Partners, and Principals) and work with the team on a variety of administrative projects.

Scheduling and Calendar Management

The Administrative Assistant will primarily manage calendars and scheduling for members of the Leadership Team, coordinating with clients as well as internal and external stakeholders to arrange meetings and handle complex scheduling needs across multiple time zones and high priority projects.

General Administrative Support

The Administrative Assistant will provide general administrative support to our Leadership Team, including maintaining files and formatting documents. You may also support the Operations team by assisting in proofreading and preparing documents.

Technical and Operational Support

The Administrative Assistant will need to have a strong proficiency in:

·        Outlook (calendar, scheduling, meeting logistics)

·        Teams/Zoom/other conferencing platforms

·        Word, Excel, PowerPoint basics

·        Using shared drives, OneDrive, SharePoint, or similar systems

We are seeking a collaborative team player with at least five years of corporate administrative assistant experience. The ideal candidate is proficient in Microsoft Office, communicates effectively, and manages time well. This role requires the ability to balance multiple projects simultaneously and thrive in a fast‑paced environment while partnering with various team members throughout the week. At DRG, we value impeccable follow‑up, strong follow‑through, superior work ethic, deep curiosity, and a strong sense of accountability—and we are looking for someone who embodies these qualities.