PETA Foundation
PETA Foundation
Posted 3 months ago
Full Time
Norfolk, Virginia
In Person
Smart Summary
Responsibilities
The Administrative Assistant will manage daily clerical needs, including expense reporting, departmental errands, and maintaining print archives. They will also support the production team by coordinating small print projects, conducting research, and assisting with the assembly of demonstration materials.
Qualifications
We are looking for an Administrative Assistant to handle day-to-day administrative tasks for the Production Department. Key requirements include a high school diploma or GED, one year of office experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and strong organizational and communication skills. The role involves clerical duties, expense report preparation, and assistance with project coordination.
Job Description
Description
The Production department is the PETA Foundation’s creative hub for all print materials, from vegan starter kits and educational leaflets to eye-catching billboards, costumes, and props for our iconic street-theater demonstrations. Our team of project managers, coordinators, assistants, and in-house designers collaborates closely with one another and with external agencies and creatives to bring powerful, mission-driven visuals to life. Together, we produce a wide range of compelling assets that support outreach, advocacy, and campaign initiatives across multiple platforms.
Position Objective:
As an Administrative Assistant in the Production Department, you will be responsible for the day-to-day administrative needs of the department and will help facilitate the work of all team members
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
• Perform clerical duties for the Production team
• Prepare check and credit card expense reports, ensuring prompt payment of all invoices
• Run departmental errands,
• Maintain department print archives, arrange per Production SOP
• Perform general correspondence, Act as a liaison between the department, literature and the mailroom
• Assist with the organization of the department’s Asana, Starchive, Sharepoint, and Dropbox sites
• Assist with the coordination of small print projects
• Assist Production Coordinators with project-specific research
• Assist with printing, assembling, and maintenance of demonstration materials, costumes, and props
• Perform quality control and check-in procedures for new print pieces
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor
Requirements
• High school diploma or GED
• One year of office experience
• Demonstrated proficiency with the Microsoft Office software suite
• Demonstrated effective research skills
• Demonstrated organizational skills, reliability, and accuracy
• Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Proven ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis
• Must be at least 21 years of age and have a valid U.S. driver's license, a minimum of three years of driving experience, and a satisfactory driving record
• Commitment to the objectives of the organization
Application Deadline:
Applications for this position will be accepted until May 12, 2026.
We may fill this job opening before the deadline if we find a qualified candidate.
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