Chief of Staff

$85,000 - $85,000/Yr

Beyond Walls - Lynn, MA

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Lynn, MA

Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations

About the position

The Chief of Staff at Beyond Walls is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing program and project managers, managing relationships with third-party organizations and community partners, and driving positive change through community-focused initiatives. This position requires strategic thinking, strong organizational skills, and exceptional interpersonal abilities to ensure alignment and coordination across all projects and programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and guidance to program managers, ensuring effective planning, execution, and evaluation of initiatives.
• Oversee the development and implementation of project timelines, budgets, and performance metrics to achieve organizational goals.
• Foster collaboration and communication among project teams, facilitating cross-functional coordination and knowledge sharing.
• Establish and oversee processes for monitoring and evaluating program and project performance, including regular reporting and data analysis.
• Guide program managers in cultivating and maintaining relationships with project-specific third-party organization partners.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for select high-level partner organizations, coordinating meetings, negotiations, and collaborative efforts.
• Collaborate with prospective and established partners to identify opportunities for joint initiatives, funding opportunities, and shared resources.
• Contribute to the further development and execution of Beyond Walls' strategic vision, goals, and priorities.
• Lead the implementation of strategic initiatives, working collaboratively with internal teams and external partners to drive organizational growth and impact.
• Monitor progress against strategic objectives, identifying risks and opportunities for course correction as needed.
• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to assess the effectiveness and impact of Beyond Walls' initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, nonprofit management, public administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in project management, program leadership, or organizational management.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate staff.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with experience building and maintaining relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with a track record of developing and implementing effective organizational strategies.
• Analytical mindset, with proficiency in data analysis, performance measurement, and evaluation methodologies.

Nice-to-haves

• Advanced degree preferred.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• A passion for leveraging art and creativity to promote social change and economic and community development.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance