Special Assistant to the CEO & Founder

The Menkiti Group is a Washington, DC–based real estate development and investment firm with a mission to transform lives, careers, and communities through real estate. For over 20 years, the firm has invested in and developed residential and commercial properties in emerging urban neighborhoods, with a focus on creating long-term economic and social impact.

At The Menkiti Group, we are dedicated to transforming lives, careers, and communities through real estate. We are a high-growth, mission-driven organization operating at the intersection of development, investment, and home services.

We are seeking a high-potential Special Assistant to serve as a force multiplier to the Founder & CEO. This is not a traditional or purely strategic role — it is designed for someone eager to learn, execute, and grow in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

This individual will sit at the center of the organization — helping drive priorities, create structure, and ensure follow-through — while gaining exposure across all aspects of the business.

CEO Support & Time Management

• Manage and prioritize the CEO’s calendar to ensure alignment with highest-value activities
• Evaluate and triage inbound requests, determining appropriate prioritization or delegation
• Coordinate scheduling, travel, and personal logistics as needed
• Ensure the CEO is prepared for all meetings, including materials, briefings, and context
• Track outstanding items and ensure timely follow-up on commitments
• Provide light personal support to ensure seamless day-to-day operations, including: Coordinating personal appointments (medical, household, etc.) and assisting with ad hoc tasks that enable the CEO to remain focused on business priorities

Execution & Follow-Through

• Track key priorities and initiatives across the organization
• Capture action items from meetings and ensure follow-through
• Monitor progress and follow up with team members to ensure accountability
• Support execution of strategic initiatives by coordinating next steps and timelines

Organizational Structure & Operations

• Reinforce clarity around priorities, goals, and focus areas
• Establish and maintain systems for tracking work, communication, and progress
• Help reduce reactive workflows by introducing structure and consistency
• Support discipline around timelines, deliverables, and execution standards

Leadership Team Coordination

• Prepare agendas, materials, and summaries for leadership meetings
• Ensure clarity around decisions, ownership, and next steps
• Track follow-up actions from leadership discussions
• Coordinate across teams to ensure alignment and communication

Special Projects & Cross-Functional Support

• Take ownership of cross-functional or undefined projects
• Step into ambiguous situations and help create clarity and direction
• Drive progress on initiatives that may not have a clear owner
• Identify and troubleshoot issues, removing blockers as they arise

Role Expectations & Working Style

• Strong in-office presence (DC-based)
• Highly responsive to CEO and business needs
• Operates well in a fast-paced, constantly shifting environment
• Balances big-picture awareness with hands-on execution
• Naturally curious — connects dots and closes gaps
• Thrives in high-growth, high-impact environments
• Willing to roll up sleeves — no task too small, no problem too big
• 3-5 years of professional experience in operations, consulting, business, or similar roles
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt quickly
• High attention to detail with strong follow-through
• Demonstrated problem-solving ability and sound judgment
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Proficient with MS Office, especially with composing memos, letters and Power Point presentations
• Ability to harness the power of AI and technology to drive day to day efficiencies
• Must be able to work independently as well as be able to collaborate in team environment
• Extremely organized, self-disciplined and professional in demeanor.
• Bachelor’s Degree and Advanced study in Business or corresponding work experience
• Knowledge of and/or experience in marketing, real estate development, commercial leasing, real estate brokerage or home services a plus

Top candidates will be highly motivated, intellectually curious, and eager to build their career in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. They will bri