Chief of Staff

Job Description

The Chief of Staff will report to the Chief Executive Officer and be responsible for managing a portfolio of critical initiatives and projects to further Axim’s mission. They will be responsible for planning and executing a broad range of activities which could include managing and supporting executive level initiatives or leading longer-term strategic projects. The successful candidate will be comfortable collaborating with a broad range of stakeholders both internal and external to Axim.

This role will require regular in-person work in our Cambridge office, so candidates must be able to commute in at least two days per week.

Core Responsibilities:

Chief of Staff

• Serve as Chief of Staff to the CEO providing a range of support involving senior stakeholders and key initiatives
• Support partner engagement and convening activities in collaboration with senior team
• Conduct research on potential opportunities and connections
• Draft communications to stakeholders
• Support planning for board and staff retreats
• Provide support in planning and executing CEO’s external engagements

Special Projects Management

• Responsible for managing a portfolio of special projects from planning through execution
• Identify key stakeholders for engagement depending on the project and set up mechanisms for collaboration and engagement
• Develop strong plans and timelines to ensure projects stay on track
• Develop communication mechanisms for various projects, including emails, decks and written summaries

Essential Qualifications:

• Deep commitment to equity, and experience applying an equity lens in all strategies and work streams
• Minimum of 4-7 years experience with demonstrated success managing projects in fields such as social enterprise, philanthropy, and higher education
• Strong project management, prioritization, and planning skills, with demonstrated success producing high-quality deliverables on time
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Experience developing decks and memos to communicate strategy

Benefits Statement

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including comprehensive medical and dental insurance, generous paid time off, paid parental leave, life and disability insurance, a competitive 401(k) plan and a generous employer match.

Axim Collaborative is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is welcomed, valued, and supported. We believe this is critical to enabling our partners' and the learners they serve to realize their educational and career aspirations. Axim is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people from all experiences, abilities, and perspectives to apply. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Idora Sopin-Vilme at HR at Axim.org.

Please Note: This role is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.