Chief of Staff

North Carolina Asian Americans Together; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Flexible Fridays

Remote work 3 days/week

Professional development stipend

Job summary

North Carolina Asian Americans Together (NCAAT) is seeking a full-time Chief of Staff to lead and oversee teams of community organizers, policy advocates, communications professionals, and voter specialists. The role ensures clear roles and vision, develops campaigns that build power, fosters collaboration, and increases representation of Asian American communities across North Carolina.

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Chief of Staff will manage budgets, guide priorities, and uphold

Qualifications

• 5+ years of complex program and project management experience.
• Experience managing high-performing teams and programs within social services or related field.
• Proven collaboration and leadership across diverse communities.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Director on strategic leadership, prioritization, and communication.
• Serve as trusted partner and problem-solver for the ED.
• Elevate strategic decision points and oversee staff priorities.
• Directly supervise Senior Directors and program leads to drive results.
• Foster interdepartmental collaboration and a culture of accountability.
• Oversee budget alignment and program spending with org guidelines.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Team management

Communication skills

Equity & inclusion

Tools

Slack

Asana

Trello

Job description

Overview

Organization: North Carolina Asian Americans Together (NCAAT) and NCAAT in Action (NCAATIA). This is a full-time, exempt position with a salary range of $125,000 to $150,000 with benefits. Location: Main office in Raleigh, NC with a hybrid arrangement; remote work may be available based on team needs and priorities for 2026. Occasional travel across the Triangle and other parts of the state is required.

About the organizations

NCAAT is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization committed to supporting equity and justice for all by fostering community among Asian Americans and allies in North Carolina through civic engagement, leadership development, grassroots mobilization, and political participation. NCAATIA is committed to supporting equity and justice for all by building political power among Asian Americans and allies in North Carolina through voter education, advocacy, and leadership development.

Benefits

NCAAT and NCAATIA offer full-time employees health, dental, and vision insurance benefits, paid time off for vacation and sick leave, and the option to join our 401(k) retirement plan. We offer flextime on Friday afternoons and the option to work remotely three days a week, depending on scope and needs of individual work and projects. A yearly $600 professional development stipend is provided, which can be used to gain or strengthen skills in an Asian language.

Position: Chief of Staff

NCAAT is seeking a full-time Chief of Staff to lead and oversee individuals who manage teams of community organizers, policy advocates, communications professionals, and voter specialists. The Chief of Staff will ensure each team has clarity of role and vision to address issues, develop campaigns that build collective power, foster leadership, and increase representation of Asian American communities across North Carolina.

The role requires strong management skills, the ability to troubleshoot challenges, and a deep understanding of resource allocation, effective time management, and fostering partnerships within multiracial and multiethnic coalitions. Reporting to the Executive Director and a member of the Executive Team, the candidate should be well-versed in best practices for project and team management; create a culture of respect and belonging; and foster a leadership style rooted in equity, diversity, and inclusion. The role oversees up to four direct reports and aims to guide and empower staff to build stronger connectivity, cohesion, and collaboration, reflecting the mission and values of NCAAT.

Key focus areas include managing Executive Director time, facilitating interdepartmental communication, and serving as an impartial broker when the ED needs a wide-ranging view from a confidant and partner while staying above the fray.

Role Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Director on strategic leadership, prioritization, and communication
  • Serve as a trusted thought partner, confidant, and problem-solver
  • Serve as the “go-to” when immediate issues arise and propose implementable solutions
  • Elevate strategic decision points, ensuring responsive decision-making
  • Steer and advise on where the Executive Director’s time should be dedicated
  • Collaborate with the ED’s Executive Assistant to manage competing priorities and meeting requests
  • Accompany or represent ED at internal and external meetings to stay up to date
• Support organization-wide meetings and efforts to implement the ED’s vision and priorities for team culture and operations
  • Lead and guide the staff while supervising Senior Directors and program leads
  • Directly supervise Senior Directors and program leads with a focus on collaboration and results
  • Clarify each staff member’s role in implementing the organization’s vision
  • Support internal communication and staff engagement opportunities
  • Manage staff performance and development; oversee consultants as needed
  • Foster a culture of accountability and high performance
  • Facilitate interdepartmental collaboration and set high standards for the team
  • Hire, delegate, and ensure effective internal communication; evaluate performance and growth opportunities
  • Oversee the Programs team’s budgets and ensure adherence to spending guidelines
• Program Coaching and Operations
  • Utilize knowledge of the political landscape to support planning and campaign execution
  • Coordinate regular meetings with program units and cross-functional teams to assess progress and challenges
  • Track progress toward goals and ensure timely information flow to the ED
  • Oversee budgets for programs and adjust goals as necessary

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years of complex program and project management experience
• 5+ years of managing high-performing teams and programs within the social services sector
• Experience in policy advocacy, political campaigns or democracy reform work preferred; strong dedication to social justice and equity
• Proven team player with leadership or management experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to build relationships across diverse communities
• Strong organizational skills, detail-oriented, and capable of driving projects from inception to completion
• Ability to manage multiple long-term and short-term projects with energy
• Expertise in project management approaches and tools (e.g., Slack, Asana, Trello)
• Proficiency with digital tools and willingness to learn and teach them for remote collaboration
• Connection to and knowledge of Asian American communities; basic skills in any Asian language are a plus
• Passionate about staying informed on policies affecting Asian communities
• Valid driver’s license and reliable access to a vehicle
• Willingness to work non-traditional hours, including weekends/evenings during election season

Equal Opportunity

NCAAT is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender, gender identity, age, or disability. Women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and others from historically marginalized groups are encouraged to apply.

Note: This description reflects the responsibilities and qualifications for the Chief of Staff role at NCAAT and NCAATIA at the time of posting.