Special Assistant to SVP, Industry Operations

WHO WE ARE The Edison Electric Institute EEI is the association that represents all US investor owned electric companies Our members provide electricity for more than 220 million Americans and operate in all 50 states and the District of Columbia As a whole the electric power industry supports more than 7 million jobs in communities across the United States EEI employees are required to work in office Monday Thursday and have the option to work remotely on Fridays KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE SPECIAL ASSISTANT TO THE SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT INDUSTRY OPERATIONS Reporting directly to the Senior Vice President Industry Operations SVP the Special Assistant to the SVP Special Assistant will serve as a strategic advisor and lead program and operational support for the SVP and the Industry Operations division The Special Assistant will work directly with the SVP to advance the strategic and operational priorities of EEIs members in the areas of preparedness and recovery reliability safety energy security cyber security and military partnerships The Special Assistant works directly with the SVP to provide high level executive and operational support to ensure alignment with strategic priorities and ensure the division is operating effectively and efficiently Other important responsibilities of the Special Assistant Industry Operations Oversee daily operations in collaboration with senior managers and perform tasks such as aligning the SVPs time with key business priorities overseeing document management planning and coordinating meetings and track the divisions budget and contracts to support financial oversight and operational efficiencyDevelop processes and optimize organizational procedures for efficiency and productivityOversee strategic initiatives from development through successful execution under the guidance of the SVP and Managing DirectorsServe as a subject matter expert handling inquiries developing action plans and assisting with preparation and dissemination of communications REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Bachelors degree in Business Administration Communications Public Policy or a related field; equivalent work experience accepted58 years of experience in program coordination program management executive support or association operationsDemonstrated experience supporting executive leadership and managing complex calendars communications and meeting logisticsStrong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneouslyExperience with budget tracking and coordination with financeaccounting teamsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsProficiency in Microsoft Office and collaboration platforms eg SharePoint CRM systems or similar toolsTravel requirement approximately 510 for committee and task force meetings conferences and conference planning activities PHYSICAL AND SENSORY DEMANDS Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions EEI is committed to providing a productive and safe environment To achieve that goal we conduct background and reference check investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment Equal Opportunity Employment MDFV