Do you understand the role of this position? Why do you think you will excel as an assistant?

"I fully understand the role of this position and I am very excited about it! My experience in this arena dictates that I am qualified to be a successful candidate for the job. My organizational skills, communication abilities and desire to make the group work effectively assure me I will excel at this job."

The interviewer is testing your understanding of the job. We recommend that you study the job description prior to arriving for your interview. Be sure that you understand what the role entails, and when asked this question, simply provide a high-level overview of your understanding based on the description. Next, share your strengths and express how they will help you excel in this capacity.