Office & Administrative Assistant

This is a U.S. based position. All of the programs we support require U.S. citizenship to be eligible for employment. All work must be conducted within the continental U.S.

Who we are:

Raft (https://TeamRaft.com) is a customer-obsessed non-traditional small business with a purposeful focus on Distributed Data Systems, Platforms at Scale, and Complex Application Development, with headquarters in McLean, VA. Our range of clients includes innovative federal and public agencies leveraging design thinking, cutting-edge tech stack, and cloud-native ecosystem. We build digital solutions that impact the lives of millions of Americans.

About the role:

We're seeking a versatile and proactive Office & Administrative Assistant to be the backbone of our McLean office operations. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys variety in their daily tasks, and takes pride in creating a positive workplace experience for the entire team. You'll play a crucial part in maintaining our office while providing essential administrative support to leadership. The ideal candidate should be able to quickly learn and understand new issues, and be able to shift focus from one task to another seamlessly.

What you will do:

• Ensure seamless daily office operations through proactive administrative and facilities management while providing executive assistance to C-suite leaders including scheduling, travel coordination, and expense report processing
• Maintain a pristine, welcoming office environment including kitchen maintenance, supply restocking, inventory management, and coordinating vendor relationships and deliveries
• Plan and execute team events, company celebrations, and meetings including catering arrangements, room setup, and event logistics
• Handle executive errands and projects that enhance team productivity and workplace satisfaction
• Attend meetings, take notes, and prepare meeting minutes.
• Execute special projects, such as presentations, financial spreadsheets, and reports.
• Provide additional support to other executives as needed.

What we are looking for:

• •1+ years in office administration, facilities coordination, or comparable support roles
• Naturally friendly, adaptable, and solution-oriented with a "can-do" attitude
• Exceptional organizational abilities with keen attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with professional demeanor
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and scheduling platforms and expense reporting (Outlook, Teams, Unanet)
• Comfortable with hands-on tasks and ability to lift up to 25 pounds
• Proven ability to handle sensitive information with complete discretion
• Strong multitasking and time management skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication abilities.
• Effective verbal and written communication abilities.
• Valid Drivers License

Highly Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Communications, or a related field
• Familiarity with project management tools
• Previous experience providing administrative support to senior executives or C-suite leaders
• Project coordination experience in corporate environments
• Experience as a personal assistant

Work Type:

• On-site - McLean, VA
• May be required to travel up to 10%
• Reliable personal transportation is required.
• Reimbursement for mileage and EZ-pass will be provided for work

What we will offer you:

• Highly competitive salary
• Fully covered healthcare, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) and company match
• Take as you need PTO + 11 paid holidays
• Education & training benefits
• Generous Referral Bonuses
• And More

Our Vision Statement:

We bridge the gap between humans and data through radical transparency and our obsession with the mission. 

Our Customer Obsession: 

We will approach every deliverable like it's a product. We will adopt a customer-obsessed mentality. As we grow, and our footprint becomes larger, teams and employees will treat each other not only as teammates but customers. We must live the customer-obsessed mindset, always. This will help us scale and it will translate to the interactions that our Rafters have with their clients and other product teams that they integrate with. Our culture will enable our success and set us apart from other companies.

How do we get there? 

Public-sector modernization is critical for us to live in a better world. We, at Raft, want to innovate and solve complex problems. And, if we are successful, our generation and the ones that follow us will live in a delightful, efficient, and accessible world where out-of-box thinking, and collaboration is a norm. 

Raft’s core philosophy is Ubuntu: I Am, Because We are. We support our “nadi” by elevating the other Rafters. We work as a hyper collaborative team where each team member brings a unique perspective, adding value that did not exist before. People make Raft special. We celebrate each other and our cognitive and cultural diversity. We are devoted to our practice of innovation and collaboration. 

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.