Workshop on Challenges Faced by Women in the Panchayati Raj System
Minutes of the Workshop on “Challenges Faced by Women in the Panchayati Raj System, Holistic Development and Panchayats” Organised on…
The Institute of Social Sciences (ISS), New Delhi, invites applications for the position of Executive Assistant to the CEO. We are looking for a dynamic, highly organized, and motivated professional to provide comprehensive secretarial, administrative, and communication support to the Chief Executive Officer.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide high-level secretarial and administrative support to the CEO, including managing schedules, meetings, correspondence, and travel arrangements.
- Maintain effective communication between the CEO’s office and internal/external stakeholders.
- Draft, edit, and manage official communications, reports, and presentations.
- Coordinate institutional events, meetings, and workshops.
- Manage and update the Institute’s website and official social media platforms to ensure timely and professional dissemination of information.
- Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
- Support the CEO in monitoring ongoing programmes and institutional priorities.
Qualifications & Experience
- Graduate/Postgraduate in Social Sciences, Management, Communications, or related field.
- Experienced as an Executive Secretary/Executive Assistant, preferably (but not necessarily) in the NGO sector.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in English (knowledge of Hindi will be an advantage).
- Strong proficiency in MS Office, Google Workspace, and digital communication tools.
- Experience in website management (WordPress or similar platforms) and social media handling (Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram).
- Ability to multi-task, work under pressure, and meet deadlines with high attention to detail.
- Demonstrated capacity to handle confidential information with integrity.
What We Offer
- An intellectually stimulating work environment in one of India’s premier institutions working on participatory democracy and development.
- Opportunities for professional growth and learning.
- Competitive remuneration commensurate with qualifications and experience.
How to Apply
Interested candidates may send their CV with a cover letter and contact details of two referees to: hr@issin.org (Subject Line: Application – Executive Assistant to CEO)
Last date to apply: 31st October 2025
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
