Executive Assistant to Provost and Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs

Position Title:

Executive Assistant to the Provost and Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs

Position Number: E99996

Department:
Office of the Provost

Location:

Morehouse College – Atlanta, GA

The Executive Assistant to the Provost supports the Provost and Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs by managing strategic partnerships, operations, and outreach, ensuring alignment with the Provost’s priorities. The role requires clear communication, unquestionable discretion and confidentiality, and independent judgment in planning, prioritization, and execution of projects and assignments. The assistant will interact frequently with staff, faculty, students, various college offices, and external contacts.

• Provide Administrative Support. Perform daily administrative duties for the Provost, including:
  • Address confidential and time‑sensitive material
  • Prepare routine and advanced correspondence (emails, letters, memoranda, reports)
  • Plan and attend key meetings with internal and external stakeholders
  • Make travel arrangements
• Function as First Point of Contact. Represent the Provost to faculty, staff, students, executives, and external partners with clarity, professionalism, tact, and confidence while maintaining confidentiality.
• Organize Events and Meetings. Coordinate individual/group meetings, conference calls, and conferences for the Provost and other participants as needed.
• Anticipate Daily Schedule Needs. Engage in advanced calendaring, develop meeting agendas, set up conference/video calls, and help the Provost anticipate daily requirements.
• Anticipate and Respond Proactively to Issues. Address potential problem areas in advance, working across functions to involve appropriate individuals or offices in necessary decisions.
• Supervise Administrative Support Staff. Oversee and coordinate overall administrative support activities in the Office of Academic Affairs, including work done by the Administrative Assistant.
• Other Duties. Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned or directed by the Provost.

• Minimum of 12 years of work experience.
• Minimum of 5–7 years of experience supporting an executive leader.
• Experience/training in financial or personnel operations.
• Bachelor’s degree in a field related to this position.

• Confidentiality and discretion with highly sensitive information.
• Exceptional critical thinking, decision‑making, interpersonal, and problem‑solving skills.
• Responsive to changing demands, with attention to detail and high commitment to follow‑through.
• Professional image and credibility throughout the College.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including spreadsheets and basic data manipulation.
• Publishing skills for updating intranet sites, producing newsletters, and creating social media content (preferred).
• Social media proficiency for event planning or communications (preferred).
• Must be fully vaccinated against the COVID‑19 virus.

• Excellent time‑management skills to handle multiple projects and daily workload.
• Strong collaborative skills to work effectively in a team setting.
• Ability to manage stressful situations, foster conflict resolution, and maintain composure under pressure.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet research.

• No or very limited physical effort required.
• No or very limited exposure to physical risk.
• Work performed in a typical interior/office environment.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and as necessary for special events.
• Proficiency with computers (PC/Mac), mobile phones, smart devices, copiers, and fax machines.

• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Number of Vacancies: 1
• Job Open Date: 11/23/2025
• Job Close Date:
  Open until filled

Morehouse College is an equal opportunity employer. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against in any condition of employment because of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you have a bachelor's degree?
  • Yes
  • No
• How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
  • 0-1
  • 1-3
  • 3-5
  • 5-7
  • 7+
• How many years of Administrative support experience do you have?
  • 0-2
  • 3-5
  • 6-9
  • 10 or more
• How many years of experience do you have working in an office environment?
  • 1-2
  • 3-5
  • 6-8
  • More than 10
• Please describe any previous experience you have working in a customer service environment (Open Ended Question)