The Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH) is the world’s leading nonprofit organization for all those interested in the future of cities. It explores how increased urban density and vertical growth can support more sustainable and healthy cities, especially in the face of mass urbanization and the increasing effects of climate change worldwide.
CTBUH is seeking an experienced Administrative Assistant to work directly with CTBUH President Dr. Antony Wood and his team. While this position is responsible for administrative duties supporting the president, the person filling this role will also be engaged in extensive customer outreach by email and phone to generate business leads. Superb communication and organizational skills are needed to be successful in this role, along with an entrepreneurial mindset. Additional responsibilities include organizing daily calendars, meetings, travel plans, itineraries, and agendas as well as preparing reports and presentations, screening calls, handling information requests.
CTBUH is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, with offices in Italy and China. This position is located in downtown Chicago, with the opportunity to work from home on Fridays.
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Please send a brief Cover Letter explaining why you would be ideal for this role, along with a Resume outlining work experience to [email protected].
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