Deputy Chief of Staff, Senior Vice President Suite

The Company is seeking a Deputy Chief of Staff to serve as a senior operational partner to executive leadership and oversee portfolio and project management, board committee preparation, presentations, and prospect briefing workflows. The role translates leadership priorities into coordinated plans, establishes systems and timelines, tracks progress and risks, and leads complex cross-functional initiatives. Responsibilities include coordinating executive presentations, talking points, speeches, and briefing materials; preparing leaders for prospect meetings in collaboration with research and fundraising teams; and liaising with internal stakeholders to advance institutional priorities. The Deputy Chief of Staff also supports executive operations and manages day-to-day budget activity. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree and at least 10 years of progressively responsible experience in academic administration, government, or a comparable setting; an advanced degree and higher education experience are preferred. Required experience includes operational leadership of complex initiatives, managing executive deliverables and budgets, directing or reviewing others’ work, and coordinating across complex organizations. Strong project management, analytical, financial, writing, presentation, and communication skills are essential, along with sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to manage competing priorities and confidential matters. Applicants should be able to establish accountability structures, anticipate risks, and turn senior leadership priorities into timely execution.