Application Guide

How to Apply for Senior Executive Assistant, Technology

at Solana Foundation

🏢 About Solana Foundation

Solana Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to the decentralization, adoption, and security of the Solana blockchain. Working here means joining a fast-paced, remote-first team at the forefront of Web3 innovation, where you'll support leaders shaping the future of decentralized technology.

About This Role

As Senior Executive Assistant to two senior technology leaders, you'll orchestrate complex calendars, prioritize communications across time zones, and coordinate cross-functional meetings. Your role is critical in enabling these leaders to focus on strategic initiatives, directly impacting the foundation's mission.

💡 A Day in the Life

Start your day by triaging emails and Slack messages from overnight, then review and adjust the leaders' calendars for urgent meetings. Mid-morning, coordinate with engineering and security teams to prep agendas for upcoming cross-functional meetings, and handle travel logistics for an upcoming conference. Afternoon is spent tracking action items and preparing briefing documents for the next day.

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🎯 Who Solana Foundation Is Looking For

  • A seasoned EA with 5+ years supporting C-level or senior tech executives, ideally in a fast-paced, remote environment.
  • Impeccable discretion and judgment, comfortable handling sensitive information in a high-trust, decentralized organization.
  • Exceptionally organized and proactive, with a bias toward action and ability to manage competing priorities across multiple time zones.
  • Clear, direct communicator who can triage Slack, email, and other channels efficiently, and coordinate with engineering and security teams.

📝 Tips for Applying to Solana Foundation

1

Highlight specific experience managing calendars for multiple senior leaders in a remote setting, including time zone coordination.

2

Quantify your impact: e.g., 'Managed 200+ meetings per month across 5 time zones with zero scheduling conflicts.'

3

Mention any familiarity with Web3, blockchain, or tech startups to show cultural fit.

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In your cover letter, explicitly address how you handle sensitive information and high-pressure situations.

5

Tailor your resume to emphasize proactive problem-solving and action-oriented examples, not just administrative tasks.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Emphasize your ability to anticipate needs and operate independently in a remote, fast-moving environment.', 'Showcase your experience with cross-functional coordination (engineering, security, etc.) and managing competing priorities.', 'Demonstrate your discretion and trustworthiness with concrete examples of handling confidential information.', "Express genuine interest in blockchain technology and Solana's mission to decentralize."]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Read Solana's blog and recent announcements to understand current projects and priorities.
  • → Familiarize yourself with Solana's ecosystem, including key partners and community initiatives.
  • → Learn about the foundation's organizational structure and the roles of the two senior leaders you'd support.
  • → Review the foundation's remote work culture and any tools they use (e.g., Slack, Notion, Google Workspace).

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 How do you prioritize tasks when two senior leaders have conflicting urgent requests?
2 Describe a time you had to coordinate a complex international trip with multiple stakeholders.
3 How do you maintain confidentiality in a remote work setting?
4 What tools do you use for calendar management and communication triage?
5 How would you handle a last-minute change to a meeting schedule involving engineering and security teams?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Don't focus solely on administrative tasks; emphasize strategic partnership and proactive problem-solving.
  • Avoid vague statements about organization; provide specific metrics and examples.
  • Don't neglect to mention remote work experience or ability to work across time zones, as this role is fully remote.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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