The Chicago Council on Global Affairs is where your world and the world meet. The Council is a nonpartisan, non-profit organization that empowers more people to help shape our global future. The work of our Council teams connects with the next generation of changemakers who want to create a more open and promising world for all. By informing them, inspiring them, and involving them in world affairs, we will support an inclusive community of globally conscious people who want to have a tangible impact. The Council celebrated its centennial anniversary in 2022.
The Role
The Chief of Staff is an experienced, empathetic leader and creative strategist who will work closely with the President in implementing the strategic plans for the Council. They will be an integral member of the Senior Management team, supporting the President and the team as a project manager for key initiatives, meeting deadlines for strategic deliverables, and building effective communication plans for internal and external audiences. They will also work closely with the Chief of Staff to the CEO to ensure smooth planning and execution of key shared responsibilities, including fundraising and board management.
The role is a Chicago-based hybrid, with required in-person attendance 2-3 days per week for governance, committee or board meetings, and Council events or programs. The Chief of Staff may supervise interns or administrative staff in the President’s office.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Qualifications
Council Benefit Highlights
There are many benefits to working at the Council, including a flexible remote/in-office work environment, half-day summer Fridays, paid parental leave, employer-subsidized medical/dental/vision insurance, generous paid time off, retirement match, mobile phone stipend, commuter accessible, fitness center membership, and more.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, handicap or disability, marital status, military service or veteran status, genetic information, or for any other reason prohibited by applicable law.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
We are committed to weaving diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the fabric of the Council, and we believe people — their identities, experiences, beliefs, knowledge, and ideas — are critical to our success and to global affairs. We will elevate diverse voices and identities and a full range of perspectives, advance equitable and inclusive access to exploring and shaping ideas, and ensure our organization reflects the diversity of Chicago, our nation, and the world.
To learn more, visit https://globalaffairs.org/about-us/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-council.
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