Executive/Special Assistant to the CEO (part-time)

www.nc-100.org

Position Summary

The Special Assistant to the CEO serves as a trusted partner to the CEO and selected Board leadership, helping keep projects, communications, and organizational priorities moving forward. This position requires sound judgment, exceptional discretion, professionalism, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while representing NC 100 with nonprofit leaders, educators, elected officials, funders, and community partners.

The CEO works across philanthropy, nonprofit leadership, local government, education, and economic development. The Special Assistant serves as a trusted thought partner who helps transform ideas into organized action. This role offers an unusual opportunity to learn firsthand how community partnerships are built—from the first conversation through implementation, while working alongside leaders in philanthropy, education, government, and nonprofit organizations.

The ideal candidate is

• Comfortable managing multiple priorities.
• Committed to community impact and nonprofit service.
• Equally comfortable preparing a board packet, facilitating a meeting, coordinating a community event, or helping organize a new initiative from scratch.

Contract Position Details

Position Type: Contractor (10 months) Reports to: NC 100 CEO and Select NC 100 Board Leadership

Office Location

Hybrid (primarily remote)

This is a 1099 independent contractor position. The contractor is responsible for their own tax obligations and will provide services in coordination with the CEO according to agreed-upon priorities and deliverables. The contractor will maintain flexibility while ensuring dependable availability for scheduled meetings, deadlines, and community events.

Compensation

$18-24 per hour (1099 Independent Contractor), not to exceed 60 hours per month. Approved travel expenses will be reimbursed. A one-time $250 onboarding/signing stipend may be provided upon execution of the agreement.

Schedule: Weekdays + select Saturdays (hybrid: remote + in-person)

Background Check: Yes

Anticipated Start Date: August 2026 (anticipated)

Residency Preference

Within 20 miles of Triangle area (Chapel-Hill, Durham, Raleigh) or Rockingham County. To ensure strong community connections and accessibility for in-person work, county events, and partnership activities, this candidate must have reliable transportation to work from Rockingham County or the Triangle area when needed.

Typical Availability Needed

 Multiple weekday availability between the hours of 8am and 6pm  Monthly in person meetings in Durham, NC  Occasional additional meetings/events after traditional weekday office hours (9am-5pm) and select Saturdays.

ABOUT NC 100

NC 100 is committed to socially just hiring and contracting practices and seeks to cultivate a workplace that values voices historically excluded from leadership and decision-making. We intentionally encourage participation across race, ethnicity, gender identity, age, ability, economic background, language, national origin, and lived experience. NC 100 partners with community organizations and stakeholders to design and coordinate cross-sector initiatives that support youth development, amplify community voice, and strengthen local organizational capacity.

NC 100’s Theory of Change is grounded in the belief that by operating as witnesses, conveners, coaches, facilitators, connectors, documenters, and consensus-builders, we help create communities where all residents have access to the resources and relationships that promote wealth, health, and opportunity. NC 100 supports work-life balance, autonomy, and collaboration, and all work is guided by equity, care, and community accountability.

Primary Responsibilities for Special Assistant to CEO

Executive Support, Administrative & Organizational Support (60%)

 Keep projects and people moving by coordinating calendars, preparing materials, documenting decisions, and ensuring commitments become action.  Manage confidential information with discretion.  Assist with grant reporting and project documentation as assigned.  Support Board of Directors meetings and committee work.  Prepare Board meeting packets and supporting materials.  Perform other duties that advance the mission of NC 100.

Project Management (40%)

 Coordinate multiple projects across NC 100 initiatives. This includes leading and supporting meeting facilitation.  Develop and maintain project timelines and tracking systems.  Monitor milestones, deliverables, and partner commitments.  Follow up with partners to ensure timely completion of commitments.

Required Qualifications

 Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent, (preference for 2-year degree or current coursework toward a 2-year degree)  Experience coordinating multiple projects simultaneously with a strong diligence.  Interest in rural communities, equity, and local leadership  Strong organizational and time management skills, including electronic file management systems like MS Share Point.  Excellent written communication skills.  Strong interpersonal skills and durable communication skills.  Experience planning and coordinating meetings.  Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.  Ability to exercise excellent judgment while maintaining confidentiality.  Reliable transportation.  MS Office Suite including Microsoft Excel (Basic to Intermediate proficiency required).  Expertise in using virtual meeting programs like Zoom, Google Meet, and Teams.

Desired Characteristics

 Insight into Rockingham County’s assets, needs, and history.  Adept in using Spanish language skills (written and verbal).  Experience working with youth and/or families.  Initiative-taking and solutions oriented.  Experience with project management tools such as Asana, Monday.com, Trello, Airtable, or similar platforms.  Committed to community impact and nonprofit service.

How to Apply

NC 100 is committed to equity and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from residents of historically underserved communities and individuals with lived experience in Rockingham County.

We also encourage Video Cover Letters

• Videos can be up to 5 minutes, minimum length should be 3 minutes.

Use this link below to submit

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Application Deadline

July 25th, 2026

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the role is filled.

Questions? Call us at 336-348-7980