Temporary External Affairs Adm. Assistant

New Museum of Contemporary Art • New York, NY

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About The Position

The New Museum seeks a highly organized Temporary Administrative Assistant to support the Chief Brand Officer and the Senior Deputy Director during a pivotal period leading up to the Museum’s reopening in March 2026. This role is ideal for an adaptable, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment where no two days are the same.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of administrative experience in a museum, cultural institution, or creative industry setting
• Exceptionally organized with strong attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; sound editorial acumen
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously in a dynamic environment
• Diplomatic, emotionally intelligent, and comfortable working with senior leaders and external partners
• Positive, optimistic, and solutions-oriented, with a strong work ethic and collaborative spirit
• Proficiency in MS Office, Asana, and Adobe Creative Suite.

Nice To Haves

• Foundational knowledge of and passion for contemporary art and culture preferred

Responsibilities

• Coordinate internal and external meetings, calendars, and logistics across multiple levels of stakeholders
• Track projects, timelines, and deliverables to ensure priorities stay on schedule
• Design, organize, manage, and proof communications, contracts, and presentation decks with strong design judgement
• Serve as a clear, professional point of communication, navigating a range of personalities with discretion and confidence
• Provide day-to-day administrative and project support for the External Affairs Department in advance of the New Museum’s reopening.

Benefits

• First of month of following hire, a full comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Reimbursement Program through the Difference Card, Commuter Benefits Program through the Difference Card, Voluntary Short Term Disability Plan and Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Retirement Plan, and other voluntary benefits is offered.
• We offer full-time employees 15 days of paid time off, 8 sick days off and 13 holidays off as accrued and applicable through the fiscal year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees