Strategic Chief of Staff: Executive Partner & Alignment

Environmental Defense Fund; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 210,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Environmental Defense Fund is seeking a Chief of Staff to work in a hybrid environment based in New York City or Washington D.C. The successful candidate will play a critical role in strategic leadership and help advance the organization's mission by navigating complex decisions and enhancing internal communications.

This full-time position requires 15+ years of senior leadership experience and the ability to engage with a variety of stakeholders. The role also focuses on shaping EDF's organizational culture and effectiveness, ensuring alignment across executive management.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of senior experience in complex organizations.
• Proven ability to work at strategic and execution levels.
• Exceptional judgment and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Advise on organizational strategy and priorities.
• Engage directly with high-level stakeholders.
• Shape and advance EDF's organizational culture.

Skills

Strategic Planning

Political Acumen

Communication Skills

Financial Acumen

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Environmental Defense Fund is seeking a Chief of Staff to work in a hybrid environment based in New York City or Washington D.C. The successful candidate will play a critical role in strategic leadership and help advance the organization's mission by navigating complex decisions and enhancing internal communications.

This full-time position requires 15+ years of senior leadership experience and the ability to engage with a variety of stakeholders. The role also focuses on shaping EDF's organizational culture and effectiveness, ensuring alignment across executive management.