Special Assistant to the Executive Director and Special Projects Coordinator [Newport Restoration Foundation, Newport, RI]

The Special Assistant’s primary responsibility is to act as the chief liaison between the Board and the Executive Director, to support the Board’s needs, to fulfill certain administrative tasks and manage the eTapestry database for the Development Department, to produce research and reports on a number of historical, preservation, and governance issues as required by the Executive Director and to undertake a range of other administrative tasks as identified by the Executive Director and the Director of Development. Master’s degree in Museum Studies, Historic Preservation, Public Humanities or a related discipline. Bachelor’s degree with relevant museum experience may be substituted. Superior writing ability. Some development experience preferred. Knowledge of databases, especially fundraising software; training offered. Ability to meet deadlines and handle multiple projects. Entry Level position. Full-Time Benefitted. E.O.E. Send résumé, cover letter and writing sample to Human Resources, NRF, 51 Touro Street, Newport, RI 02840 or maeve@newportrestoration.org. Review of applications will begin February 12th and continue until the position is filled. Posted on: 01/15/2016