Description

About Us:

Knovva Academy is an international education organization committed to the enhancement of educational quality and opportunity for youth around the world. Knovva provides tailor-made educational solutions, services, and products to support student, teacher, school, and governmental preparedness for the 21st century. From life-changing learning opportunities to online and blended learning courses that go far beyond schools’ standard curricula, Knovva provides the education necessary for youth to excel in our increasingly interconnected world.

The Boston Office of Knovva Academy is looking for a Personal Assistant to the CEO to join our team. 

The Personal Assistant to the CEO will support the CEO‘s daily professional and personal life so that she can focus on high-level tasks. The ideal candidate for this position is a self-starter who can work well in a fast-paced environment with little supervision.

Working with us, you will:

• Manage the CEO’s personal calendars and affairs
• Organize travel arrangements and associated logistics for the CEO; required to travel with the CEO during domestic and international visits, as needed
• Write and/or edit emails, plans, reports, memos, letters, and other documents.
• Take and transcribe dictation with high-degree of accuracy
• Manage vendors and service providers on the different projects
• Perform other personal-related tasks and projects, as needed

What are we looking for:

• Associate degree required
• 0-2 years of Personal or Administrative Assistant experience.
• Must have exceptional attention to detail
• Strong organizational and time management skills, and ability to prioritize
• Must be a self-starter and fast-learner
• Excellent communication, writing, and interpersonal skills
• Strong problem-solving skills 
• Must be proficient with Google Drive, Microsoft Office Suites, and iOS.
• Must be able to drive.
• Extensive travel is expected.

The Personal Assistant to the CEO is a full-time position based in Knovva Academy’s office in Boston. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. Extensive travel may be expected. Must be authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship is not being offered at this time. 

Knovva Academy is a passionate work environment with an international atmosphere and a welcoming staff. Knovva’s core belief in the importance of diversity and open-mindedness is reflected in both the programs and in its workspace. 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Knovva Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

To apply: Please submit your résumé along with a cover letter. Applications without cover letters will not be considered. No phone calls, please.