Chief of Staff (Contract to Hire)

The Chief of Staff will report directly to the President & CEO and serve as a strategic partner and key operational leader within the organization. This high-impact role functions as both a trusted advisor and an execution-focused decision-making, overseeing daily business operations, and ensuring alignment across senior leadership and departmental initiatives.

Client Details

Our client is a prestigious nonprofit cultural institution based in New York City, committed to preserving media history and exploring its powerful influence on culture and society.

Description

• Act as a strategic partner to the President & CEO in executing organizational goals and priorities
• Oversee daily operations to ensure business efficiency, timely execution, and accountability
• Manage cross-functional initiatives, ensuring milestones are met and resources are properly allocated
• Serve as project manager on special projects, programs, and high-profile events, maintaining attention to detail and overall cohesion
• Facilitate key meetings and post-meeting follow-up, including action item tracking and internal communication
• Establish best practices and workflows to streamline operations and eliminate inefficiencies
• Support executive decision-making through preparation of materials, background research, and thoughtful collaboration
• Represent the President & CEO in internal meetings and discussions, as needed
• Serve as a social media ambassador by sharing organizational content within professional networks to expand visibility
• Provide leadership to the General Counsel, VP of Business & Legal Affairs
• Handle additional special projects and duties as assigned

Profile

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Outstanding written and verbal communication abilities
• Strategic leadership and cross-functional team management
• High level of discretion, professionalism, and emotional intelligence
• Strong problem-solving and research skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-moving, high-performance, collaborative environment
• Adaptability and proactive mindset

• Minimum of 20+ years of relevant leadership and management experience
• Proven success in a senior or executive-level operational role
• Bachelor's degree in business, management, or a related field; advanced degree a plus
• Bilingual fluency in Spanish is a plus
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and maintain composure in fast-paced environments
• Passion for mission-driven work and enthusiasm for in-person collaboration
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends, as needed, for events and programs

Job Offer

This position is based in New York, NY. Candidates must be available to work in-person at the organization's offices and attend on-site events as required.

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