Executive Assistant - Remote

<p><span style="color: rgb(1, 107, 131); font-size: 14pt">Position</span></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(26, 42, 42); font-size: 10pt">Global Energy Monitor is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to join the Administrative team.</span></p> <p><br></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-size: 10pt">The Executive Assistant is responsible for providing comprehensive administrative and operational support to the Executive Director. This role helps ensure the Executive Director is well prepared, organized, and supported in managing priorities, meetings, communications, travel, and follow-up.</span></p> <p><br></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-size: 10pt">In service to the Office of the Executive Director, this role will provide administrative and coordination support to the broader Executive Leadership Team and Leadership Team, as capacity allows and as prioritized by the Executive Director. This role plays an important part in helping ensure smooth, efficient operations in a remote and globally distributed organization. This role will also support key flagship initiatives currently being overseen by the Executive Director such as the Open Energy Research and Analytics Consortium, with administrative and coordination support. </span></p> <p><br></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(1, 107, 131); font-size: 14pt">The Challenge</span></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(26, 42, 42); font-size: 10pt">According to the Intergovernmental Panel of Climate Change (IPCC), we have less than a decade to make massive and unprecedented changes in the global economy to avoid the worst impacts of climate change. To meet that challenge,</span><a href="https://globalenergymonitor.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><br><span style="font-size: 10pt">Global Energy Monitor</span></a><span style="color: rgb(26, 42, 42); font-size: 10pt"> is creating trackers and other tools to provide detailed information on energy facilities, sponsors, and financing. </span></p> <p><br></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(1, 107, 131); font-size: 14pt">About Global Energy Monitor</span></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(26, 42, 42); font-size: 10pt">Global Energy Monitor (GEM) is a global, independent nonprofit network of researchers tracking energy infrastructure worldwide, from power stations and coal mines to steel plants and shipping terminals, for the worldwide climate and clean energy movement.</span></p> <p><br></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(26, 42, 42); font-size: 10pt">Since its founding in 2007, GEM has become an essential resource for advancing a just energy transition, producing open-source data and analysis that drive transparency and informed action. Its work is widely used and cited across the climate and energy landscape, from Greenpeace and The Wall Street Journal to platforms like Bloomberg Terminals, and institutions including the International Energy Agency (IEA), IPCC, Climate Analytics, and Carbon Tracker Initiative.</span></p> <p><br></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(26, 42, 42); font-size: 10pt">GEM serves a broad community of stakeholders, including governments, financial institutions, journalists, researchers, and advocates, providing trusted, independent information that supports evidence-based decision-making and real-world impact.</span></p> <p><br></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(1, 107, 131); font-size: 14pt">Location</span></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(26, 42, 42); font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold">Preference will be given to those living in the United States, however, GEM may be able to hire employees worldwide in countries where our PEO (</span><a href="https://www.deel.com/global-hiring-guide" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold">Deel</span></a><span style="color: rgb(26, 42, 42); font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold">) operates, except in countries classified as Level 3 or 4 on the</span><a href="https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/traveladvisories/traveladvisories.html/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><br><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold">U.S. Department of State’s</span></a><span style="color: rgb(26, 42, 42); font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold"> website. Additionally, due to regulatory and data security requirements, GEM cannot hire employees who will be working from China. </span><span style="color: rgb(26, 42, 42); font-size: 10pt">GEM does not have a central office; instead, GEM works with employees to create suitable home offices catered to the needs of their role.</span></p> <p><br></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(1, 107, 131); font-size: 14pt">Responsibilities and Duties</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt">Executive & Administrative Support</span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Manage calendars, appointments, and meeting logistics.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Track tasks, priorities, and follow-up items to ensure timely execution and accountability.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Draft, edit, and manage correspondence, reports, internal documents, and document organization systems to ensure clear communication and organized recordkeeping.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt">Travel Coordination</span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Makes and manages logistical and booking details related to travel, including flights, lodging, and ground transportation.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Provides timely solutions to unanticipated changes in travel schedules to minimize disruption.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Ensures all travel arrangements and related tasks are completed with exceptional accuracy and attention to detail.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Help the Executive Director prepare for meetings, deadlines, and internal and external engagements.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt">Logistics for Leadership Team and Executive Leadership Team Retreats and Events</span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Provide administrative support for team events, off-sites, and retreats.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Coordinate vendor communication, venues, materials, and scheduling.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Assist with virtual and in-person event setup and follow-up logistics.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt">Communication & Professionalism</span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Represent GEM professionally in interactions with external partners, Board members, vendors, and donors.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Maintain discretion, confidentiality, and professionalism in all communications and work products.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Proactively identify opportunities to streamline workflows and improve support systems.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive information and competing priorities.</span><br></li> </ul> <p><br></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(1, 107, 131); font-size: 14pt">Required Qualifications</span></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(26, 42, 42); font-size: 10pt; font-style: italic">Applicants who tailor their resume and cover letter to these requirements will be prioritized. Applications at GEM are carefully reviewed by our team. We take the time to consider each candidate individually.</span></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(26, 42, 42); font-size: 12pt">The following experience and skills are required for this position:</span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">2+ years of experience in administrative support, executive assistance, or office operations.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Fluency in English</span></li> </ul> <p><br></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(1, 107, 131); font-size: 14pt">Preferred Qualifications</span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Experience supporting senior leaders or executive-level staff.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Strong written and verbal communication skills.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Experience with travel coordination and event logistics.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Proficiency in Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and common remote collaboration tools.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Excellent organizational skills, initiative, and attention to detail.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Capacity to apply discretion and maintain a high level of confidentiality when handling sensitive information.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Track record of working to advance a diverse, inclusive, and equitable work environment.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Experience and/or interest in energy, climate, sustainability, open data, or related fields.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Ability to self-direct and prioritize among different tasks in a remote work environment.</span></li> </ul> <p><br></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(1, 107, 131); font-size: 14pt">Visa Sponsorship Policy (Role Eligibility for US-Based Employees)</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt">Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and must not require current or future employment-based visa sponsorship at any stage of employment.</span></p> <p><br></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(1, 107, 131); font-size: 14pt">Pay and Benefits</span></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-size: 10pt">This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week, work-from-home position. The pay rate is $40.27 per hour for locations in the United States. </span></p> <p><br></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-size: 10pt">Locations outside of the US: GEM aims to offer comparable salaries, benefits, and leave to employees living outside of the US in line with our fully transparent compensation framework. More information can be requested by contacting GEM’s People & Culture team.</span></p> <p><br></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-size: 10pt">Benefits include (US-based employees):</span></p> <ul> <li><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-size: 10pt">100% paid health, vision, and dental insurance for employees & contribution towards dependent coverage</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-size: 10pt">Long-term disability and worker’s compensation insurance</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-size: 10pt">Voluntary life insurance available</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-size: 10pt">Employee Assistance Program</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-size: 10pt">Retirement plan with a 5% employer match & access to a financial advisor specializing in socially responsible investing</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-size: 10pt">4 weeks paid vacation, plus 18 holidays, 15 sick leave days, and other leave</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-size: 10pt">Remote work stipend</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-size: 10pt">Home office set up assistance and sponsorship</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-size: 10pt">Ergonomics consultation & equipment reimbursement</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-size: 10pt">Paid 12-week sabbatical leave after five years</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-size: 10pt">14 weeks of paid parental leave</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-size: 10pt">14 weeks of paid medical and/or gender-affirming care leave</span></li> </ul> <p><br></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(1, 107, 131); font-size: 14pt">Application Requirements</span></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-size: 10pt">Applications will be reviewed in the order they were received. </span><span style="color: rgb(26, 42, 42); font-size: 10pt">Applicants must provide a resume and cover letter.</span></p> <p><br></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(26, 42, 42); font-size: 10pt">If you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact People & Culture at </span><span style="font-size: 10pt"><a href="mailto:hr@globalenergymonitor.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">hr@globalenergymonitor.org</a></span><span style="color: rgb(26, 42, 42); font-size: 10pt">. </span></p> <p><br></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(1, 107, 131); font-size: 14pt">Hiring Practices</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-style: italic">Equal Employment:</span><span style="font-size: 10pt"> Global Energy Monitor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment determinations at GEM are based exclusively on the needs of the organization, specific job requirements, and a candidate’s individual qualifications. These determinations are made without regard to race, ethnicity, nationality, religion or belief, age, physical, mental, and/or sensory disability, sex, orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, medical history, or military service. GEM is committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. </span></p> <p><br></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-style: italic">Diversity and Inclusion:</span><span style="font-size: 10pt"> Our goal is to listen, engage, and activate voices across our global organization to ensure all identity groups and perspectives are represented in our work. Our aspiration is to foster a diverse work environment and encourage women, LGBTQIA individuals, people of color, people with disabilities, older members of the community, ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and others from minority groups and diverse backgrounds to apply. We designed our hiring process to foster an inclusive and welcoming experience that allows candidates to feel respected, appreciated, and comfortable, thereby creating the conditions for both GEM and the candidate to determine if there is a good fit. </span></p> <p><br></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(26, 42, 42); font-size: 10pt; font-style: italic">Accommodations</span><span style="color: rgb(26, 42, 42); font-size: 10pt">: We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. This includes providing reasonable accommodation where appropriate. Should you require a reasonable accommodation to apply or participate in the job application or interview process, please contact </span><span style="font-size: 10pt"><a href="mailto:shuantxhis.her@globalenergymonitor.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">shuantxhis.her@globalenergymonitor.org</a></span><span style="color: rgb(26, 42, 42); font-size: 10pt">. </span></p> <p><br></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(26, 42, 42); font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold">***</span><span style="color: rgb(26, 42, 42); font-size: 10pt">Please be sure to add </span><span style="color: rgb(26, 42, 42); font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold">notifications@app.bamboohr.com</span><span style="color: rgb(26, 42, 42); font-size: 10pt"> to your contact list to ensure delivery of all correspondence from us</span><span style="color: rgb(26, 42, 42); font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold">.</span><span style="color: rgb(26, 42, 42); font-size: 10pt">***</span></p>

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