Executive Assistant ##00002 Full-Time Washington, DC   CONTRACT POSITION - SECRET CLEARANCE REQUIRED, 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday US Citizen Seeking an individual that is very proficient in Mandarin reading, writing and speaking in addition to the English language Expert computer knowledge - ability to work in Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook Filing, phone etiquette, message taking, scheduling meetings, draft correspondence Must be proficient in word processing skills: change formats, merge documents, track changes, bullets, tics; type memos, fax covers, notes to government Coordinate and manage planning, logistical support, outreach and protocol issues for visiting Chinese delegations and senior US Government officials Prioritize and synthesize important information into memos and meeting reports for Senior US Government officials Proficiency in spelling, grammar and punctuation Manage wide range of relationships with US Government agencies, Chinese contacts, academics, business professionals and other experts High attention to detail and expertise in multi-tasking Ability to remain calm and productive under tight deadlines Other responsibilities: appointments, travel, office supplies, time and attendance, phones, filing, correspondence Confidentiality and ability to handle classified documents Requirements Expert computer knowledge - ability to work in Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook Office functions: * Appointments * Travel * Office supplies, time and attendance, phones, filing/correspondence * Draft memos and correspondence, including working with the office of the Executive Secretariat * Translate documents and letters * Proper handling of classified documents Seeking an individual that is very proficient in Mandarin reading, writing and speaking in addition to the English language