Chief of Staff to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Chief of Staff to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

About the Company

Mission-driven organization providing education-focused services to rural communities

Industry
Non-Profit Organization Management

Type
Non Profit

Founded
2022

Employees
201-500

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Chief of Staff to support the CEO and strengthen executive coordination, decision-making, and follow-through. The role leads the Office of the CEO, translating priorities into clear plans and preparing the CEO for governance, communications, and stakeholder engagements. Responsibilities include leading executive writing and communications, aligning organizational messaging, and coordinating cross-functional work. The Chief of Staff also oversees board governance and stewardship, including meeting preparation, committee support, member engagement, and follow-up. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; a master’s degree is preferred. At least eight years of progressively responsible experience is required, including work supporting senior executives and translating strategy into action. Relevant experience includes executive communications, brand and messaging, team leadership, and governance or board relations; experience with rural communities is preferred. The role calls for exceptional judgment, discretion, writing, organization, relationship-building, and the ability to navigate ambiguity. Demonstrated, responsible use of AI tools to support executive work is also required.

Hiring Manager Title
Chief Executive Officer

Functions

• General Management
• Strategy
• Operations