Chief of Staff

Global Reporting Initiative; Madrid; Híbrido; EUR 55.000 - 61.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading global non-profit for sustainability is looking for a Chief of Staff to support the CEO and manage the Management Board's coordination. The ideal candidate will have strong project management and communication skills, with at least 5 years of experience in a relevant field. This position offers a full-time remote work opportunity, with a competitive salary of €55,000-€60,500 gross annually.

Servicios

Generous leave allowance

Learning and development opportunities

Access to the GRI Academy

Formación

• 5 years of experience working with senior teams on strategy, communications, or organizational development.
• Experience in the NGO or non-profit sector is preferred.
• Proven track record in coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsabilidades

• Enable effective management of the CEO’s agenda and outreach.
• Support Management Board coordination and meeting agendas.
• Lead internal communications and improve information flows.

Conocimientos

Project management

Communication skills

Relationship management

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Educación

University degree in relevant field

Descripción del empleo

Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) is the architect of a system of global sustainability standards that provides a common global language to assess and report on environmental, social and economic impacts. Beyond standards, GRI creates tools and training that empower organizations of all sizes to create sustainable, long-term value – benefiting people and planet.

For almost 30 years, GRI has engaged in a global multi-stakeholder process to define and refine the global best practice for sustainability reporting. Today, the GRI Standards are the world’s most widely used sustainability reporting standards.

GRI is an international nonprofit organization, headquartered in the Netherlands, with staff in more than 20 countries. Working at GRI, you will be part of a team – One GRI – that is committed to unlocking positive change in the world.

The Chief of Staff will serve as a strategic partner and the primary point of support to the CEO, playing a key role in enabling the CEO’s effectiveness and focus.In addition to this primary role, the Chief of Staff will act as a central point of coordination between the CEO and the Management Board (MB), helping align priorities, drive execution, and ensure smooth communication across leadership functions.

Exercising a range of skills, from communication to project management, the Chief of Staff will enhance CEO and MB engagement, drive alignment and accelerate delivery of organizational priorities. This is an ideal job for someone who would love a bird’s-eye view of GRI, accompanying senior leadership as it shapes our work and helping streamline the overall operations of the organization.

The Chief of Staff role requires skills in organization, relationship management and systems thinking. This is a position requiring high trust and integrity. The capability to grasp the breadth of GRI’s work is important, alongside a proactive, strategic approach. Demonstrated abilities in communication and a passion for organizational development are also valuable for the role.

Responsibilities

CEO support

Enable the effective management of the CEO’s agenda and outreach, including travel

Facilitate CEO internal communications and organizational updates

Contribute to public and internal communications and speeches for the CEO

Facilitate preparation of briefings for external engagements and ensure timely follow-up

Prepare strategic memos and decision support documents

Lead cross-cutting initiatives assigned by the CEO

Management Board coordination

Serve as the operational lead to the MB, ensuring smooth information flow between the MB and staff, governance bodies and other stakeholders

Manage meeting agendas, priorities and follow up on key action items, facilitating MB effectiveness

Ensure the MB is tracking progress, impact and learning across GRI

Support the organization of quarterly MB retreats

Support MB preparation for Supervisory Board meetings

Identify and drive improvements in organizational policy, process and practice, with a focus on agility and efficiency

Internal Communication lead

Lead internal communications, identifying and enabling improved information flows from and to the MB and across teams

Develop and promote internal communications and develop processes to facilitate internal communications across GRI

Promote cross-functional alignment and information flows.

Work Experience

A university degree in a relevant field is preferred. Equivalent work experience is considered in place of a degree, ideally in a mission-driven and / or global organization

5 years of proven experience working with senior teams on strategy, communications and / or organizational development

Proven track record in coordinating with internal and external stakeholders

Familiarity with the NGO / non-profit sector

Experience in driving high-impact initiativesin international work environments, spread across geographiesand fast-paced, demanding settings

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Affinity with the mission of GRI

Keen knowledge of the sustainability landscape

Fluency in written and spoken English; other languages are an advantage

Resilient under ambiguity

Project management acumenwith attention to detail

Strong problem-solving, coordination and organizational skills

Outstanding writing, communication, and facilitation skills

Diplomatic skills and demonstrated cross-cultural and cross-functional communication

Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills, with the ability to navigate sensitive situations

Ability to :

work independently and collaboratively

perform effectively under pressure

balance competing priorities

adapt to and adopt new ways of working

travel in response to organizational priorities or executive support needs

How to apply

Interested candidates are invited to click on “Apply” and submit their resume and cover letter in English. The deadline to submit your application is 12.00 pm CET, 25 August 2025 . We will only consider candidates with existing residence and work permits in the country of their residence.

What we offer

Location : Remote (Hybrid if in the Netherlands; + / - 2 hours CET; candidates must have an existing valid permit to work in the country of their residence)

Work hours : 40 hrs p / w (full-time, flexible )

Contract type : 1-year contract with possibility for extension

Start date : ASAP

Salary : 55,000-60,500 EUR gross per annum on a full-time basis (based on experience and location)

Generous leave allowance

Opportunity for learning and development

Access to the GRI Academy

We aim to create a recruitment process that champions diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring all candidates have equal opportunities and are evaluated based on their unique skills and experiences. If you have any questions or require any support and adjustments during the application process, please reach out to us at [e-mail]