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We are seeking a highly capable Executive Assistant to partner directly with the CEO of a fast‑growing, mission‑driven organization focused on developing attainable housing communities across the Southeast. This is not a traditional administrative role—this position acts as a strategic partner, managing priorities, improving communication, and enabling the leadership team to operate with efficiency and focus. For the right individual, this role offers a clear pathway to a Chief of Staff position.
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive support to the CEO, including complex calendar management, travel coordination, meetings, and communications
Anticipate needs, proactively resolve issues, and ensure the CEO’s time aligns with strategic priorities
Prepare agendas, briefing materials, and follow‑ups for executive and board meetings
Leadership Team & Organizational Support
Support the leadership team by coordinating meetings, tracking action items, and improving communication flow
Drive accountability on key initiatives, ensuring cross‑departmental follow‑through
Serve as a trusted liaison between the CEO, executives, partners, and external stakeholders
Strategic & Project Support (Chief of Staff Trajectory)
Assist with special projects related to organizational growth, new community development, and operational scale
Help document processes, build operating rhythms, and improve internal systems
Support strategic planning efforts, including quarterly priorities, metrics, and leadership alignment
Culture, Values & Community Focus
Uphold the organization’s commitment to inclusion, safety, and community‑centered development
Contribute to a professional, respectful, and mission‑driven workplace culture
Serve as a role model for discretion, integrity, and collaborative leadership
Ideal Candidate Profile Experience & Skills
5+ years as an Executive Assistant, Senior EA, or similar role supporting a CEO or senior executive
Experience in real estate development, construction, housing, or mission‑driven organizations is a plus
Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills with executive‑level professionalism
High level of discretion and judgment when handling confidential information
Mindset & Attributes
Strategic thinker with a strong desire to grow into a Chief of Staff or operational leadership role
Proactive, anticipatory, and solutions‑oriented
Comfortable working with ambiguity in a scaling organization
Values‑driven, with an authentic interest in community impact and attainable housing
Calm under pressure, highly adaptable, and trusted by senior leaders
Why This Role Stands Out
Direct partnership with the CEO of a mission‑driven, growing organization
Clear career progression to Chief of Staff for high performers
Opportunity to influence how a values‑based housing platform scales across the Southeast
Exposure to strategic decision‑making, development projects, and executive leadership
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Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity.
Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law
Job Details Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Administrative
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We are seeking a highly capable Executive Assistant to partner directly with the CEO of a fast‑growing, mission‑driven organization focused on developing attainable housing communities across the Southeast. This is not a traditional administrative role—this position acts as a strategic partner, managing priorities, improving communication, and enabling the leadership team to operate with efficiency and focus. For the right individual, this role offers a clear pathway to a Chief of Staff position.
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive support to the CEO, including complex calendar management, travel coordination, meetings, and communications
Anticipate needs, proactively resolve issues, and ensure the CEO’s time aligns with strategic priorities
Prepare agendas, briefing materials, and follow‑ups for executive and board meetings
Leadership Team & Organizational Support
Support the leadership team by coordinating meetings, tracking action items, and improving communication flow
Drive accountability on key initiatives, ensuring cross‑departmental follow‑through
Serve as a trusted liaison between the CEO, executives, partners, and external stakeholders
Strategic & Project Support (Chief of Staff Trajectory)
Assist with special projects related to organizational growth, new community development, and operational scale
Help document processes, build operating rhythms, and improve internal systems
Support strategic planning efforts, including quarterly priorities, metrics, and leadership alignment
Culture, Values & Community Focus
Uphold the organization’s commitment to inclusion, safety, and community‑centered development
Contribute to a professional, respectful, and mission‑driven workplace culture
Serve as a role model for discretion, integrity, and collaborative leadership
Ideal Candidate Profile Experience & Skills
5+ years as an Executive Assistant, Senior EA, or similar role supporting a CEO or senior executive
Experience in real estate development, construction, housing, or mission‑driven organizations is a plus
Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills with executive‑level professionalism
High level of discretion and judgment when handling confidential information
Mindset & Attributes
Strategic thinker with a strong desire to grow into a Chief of Staff or operational leadership role
Proactive, anticipatory, and solutions‑oriented
Comfortable working with ambiguity in a scaling organization
Values‑driven, with an authentic interest in community impact and attainable housing
Calm under pressure, highly adaptable, and trusted by senior leaders
Why This Role Stands Out
Direct partnership with the CEO of a mission‑driven, growing organization
Clear career progression to Chief of Staff for high performers
Opportunity to influence how a values‑based housing platform scales across the Southeast
Exposure to strategic decision‑making, development projects, and executive leadership
EOC
Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity.
Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law
Job Details Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Administrative
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