An initiative-taking, context-aware approach with the confidence to make routine decisions, recommend thoughtful trade-offs, and operate with increasing independence within clearly defined authority, while recognizing when executive judgment, input, or approval is required; comfort communicating upward and respectfully reminding senior leaders of commitments. The Executive Assistant extends the effectiveness, capacity, and external reach of the leader responsible for Found Village's development strategy, major donor and investor relationships, external partnerships, and revenue leadership.