Chief of Staff & Strategy Partner (Hybrid/Remote)

NeighborWorks America; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 197,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Volunteer time off (40 hours)

STEP staff training program

Job summary

NeighborWorks America is seeking a Chief of Staff to act as a strategic advisor to the CEO, advancing organizational priorities through executive counsel and enterprise‑wide coordination. The role oversees Resource Development and Communications & Marketing via their Senior Vice Presidents, while supporting board governance and CEO office operations.

The position requires strong leadership across functions, capabilities in change management, and the ability to drive accountability and alignment

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required or equivalent work experience.
• 15+ years of progressively responsible leadership, strategy, or executive advisory roles.
• Experience advising senior executives and guiding enterprise-wide initiatives.
• Experience working with governing boards, executive leadership, and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic counsel and executive partnership to the CEO.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration and coordinate enterprise-wide priorities.
• Oversee divisions through SVPs, ensuring alignment with strategy and goals.
• Support Board governance activities and CEO office operations.
• Monitor progress, identify barriers, and drive accountability and results.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Executive advisory

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Education

Master’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Organizational Leadership, Communications, Nonprofit Management, or related field

Job description

NeighborWorks America is seeking a Chief of Staff to act as a strategic advisor to the CEO, advancing organizational priorities through executive counsel and enterprise‑wide coordination. The role oversees Resource Development and Communications & Marketing via their Senior Vice Presidents, while supporting board governance and CEO office operations.

The position requires strong leadership across functions, capabilities in change management, and the ability to drive accountability and alignment