Executive Strategy Assistant to Chief of Staff

Massachusetts Convention Center Authority; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts Convention Center Authority seeks a Special Assistant to the Chief of Staff to support strategic priorities and cross-departmental initiatives within the Executive office.

The role requires strong judgment and written comprehension, with the ability to synthesize complex information into clear, actionable formats. The position moves quickly, priorities can shift, and the assistant will be a key thought partner in the Executive office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public administration, communications, the humanities, urban planning, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in executive support, chief of staff work, project management, or comparable senior role.
• Strong reading comprehension and analytical skills.
• Experience with a public authority, municipal government, or government agency.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Discretion in handling confidential information.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Support special projects and strategic initiatives for the Chief of Staff.
• Coordinate cross-departmental projects for the Executive office and track deliverables.
• Review and summarize materials and flag issues for attention.
• Prepare for briefings and strategy sessions with internal teams.
• Create agendas, talking points, and briefing memos.
• Serve as liaison between the Chief of Staff's office and departments/ external stakeholders.
• Manage confidential information with sound judgment.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Judgment and discretion

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in public administration/communications/urban planning or related field

10+ years executive support / chief of staff experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Massachusetts Convention Center Authority seeks a Special Assistant to the Chief of Staff to support strategic priorities and cross-departmental initiatives within the Executive office.

The role requires strong judgment and written comprehension, with the ability to synthesize complex information into clear, actionable formats. The position moves quickly, priorities can shift, and the assistant will be a key thought partner in the Executive office.