As the employment agency hiring temporary workers to be assigned to the Gates Foundation , we are responsible for direct hiring and seeking candidates for the following temporary role at the Foundation.

AgileOne designs and develops global workforce and procurement solutions for Fortune 1000 companies. Our focused and consultative approach provides solutions that streamline business processes and deliver efficiencies to human resources, procurement, and suppliers.

****Summary

Our Global Growth & Opportunity (GGO) division focuses on creating and scaling market-based innovations to stimulate inclusive and sustainable economic growth. As a member of the GGO Office of the President (OoP), the Program Assistant will provide critical float support to the GGO program teams which will include Directors, Deputy Directors and Program Officers. **

Leadership & Culture **
Our culture shapes our choices about what we do and how we do it. We believe that energized people, working well together, fueled by great leadership in an inclusive environment can do extraordinary things. We expect foundation employees to intentionally and consistently embody our four agreements: show respect, offer trust, be transparent, and create energy. **

Core Responsibilities**

• Float/flex that will support a variety of teams based on current needs as well as supporting the OOP.

• Manages complex calendars including meetings with participants in multiple time zones, both internal and external to the foundation.

• Able to find solutions that are fitting for diverse groups by providing high-quality interactions, clear and consistent communication.

• Creates a positive work environment where all staff are motivated to do their best. Sees the potential in others and takes opportunities to apply and develop that potential.

• Participates in meetings and team events.

• Manages competing priorities through transparency, collaboration, and rigor.

• Partners with the OoP to achieve team goals and deliverables.

• In conjunction with the Executive Assistant, coordinating operations and support to senior offices

• Acts as a liaison with internal and external partners, grantees, government officials and consultants – with an expectation of working with VIP partners.

• Manages logistics, scheduling and planning of events including coordinating arrangements for participants, handling logistics, and disseminating materials.

• Coordinates internal and external events hosted by Principals. Prepares for and provides on-site logistics support for meetings and events.

• Creates and edits documents and general correspondence as requested on behalf of Principals. **
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Core Knowledge and Skills

• Has excellent decision-making skills, can prioritize effectively, communicate decisions and process to execution in a clear effective manner.

• Leads by example and sets standards for professional behavior by displaying a positive attitude about the foundation and the work to be done. Addresses issues in an open, constructive, and professional manner.

• Adapts approach, goals, and methods to achieve solutions and results in dynamic situations, helping others deal with the ongoing demands of change; sees and shows others the benefits of change. Ability to work with flexibility, efficiency, enthusiasm, and diplomacy both individually and as part of a team effort.

• Balances quality of work with meeting deadlines while making the best use of available time and resources. Demonstrated ability to lead and build relationships to gain the respect and trust of others. Ability to work independently and as part of an integrated, diverse team and be comfortable in multiple, high varied settings, and tight deadlines with different work and learning styles.

• Performs task with care; is thorough. Makes few if any errors and checks work to ensure accuracy and completeness. Ability to anticipate next steps, take initiative, exercise discretion while handling confidential information, and apply sound judgment.

• Handles high workloads, competing demands, vague assignments, interruptions, and distractions with poise and ease. Able to provide clear and effective direction and council in high-pressure and high-stress situations.

• Applies to issues a knowledge of the mission, values, resources, culture, systems, and business strategies to find solutions that best serve the team. Maintain an organized system of tracking, monitoring and prioritizing investment related tasks.

• Anticipate requirements for meetings such as research, pre-reads, cross-referencing and synthesizing information, planning and preparation needs related to calendars. **
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Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience and 3-5 years of experience in an office setting, preferably in an administrative role for a complex and fast-paced organization, interacting intensively with internal and external contacts.

*Must be able to legally work in the country where this position is located without visa sponsorship.

Hiring Requirements

As part of our standard hiring process for new employees, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

NOTIFICATION: All opportunities listed are temporary in scope, and your employer would be AgileOne. These assignments are temporary and “at will.” There is no guarantee of on-going employment with AgileOne or any promise, express or implied, of conversion to employment with the Foundation.