Chief of Staff

🚀 **Chief of Staff | Washington, DC (Hybrid) | $100K–$120K** **Ready to take the next step in your career and work directly alongside a CEO?** Another Source is partnering with a national nonprofit focused on affordable housing and community development to recruit a **Chief of Staff** in Washington, DC. This isn't your typical Chief of Staff position, and it's more than a traditional Executive Assistant role. We're looking for someone who is proactive, intellectually curious, and knows how to make things happen. You'll serve as a trusted partner to the CEO, helping connect the dots, move organizational priorities forward, and keep important initiatives on track. **What makes this opportunity exciting?** ✅ Work directly with the CEO and an accomplished senior leadership team. ✅ Help coordinate strategic initiatives, leadership meetings, and Board management. ✅ Gain exposure to influential leaders across Washington, DC's nonprofit, housing, and public policy communities. ✅ Take ownership of meaningful projects while supporting the CEO's day-to-day priorities. ✅ Join a mission-driven organization with an excellent benefits package and opportunities for professional growth. **Who are we looking for?** Someone with **4+ years of relevant experience** who brings strong writing skills, executive presence, sound judgment, and the confidence to work independently. Experience on **Capitol Hill, in government affairs, public policy, nonprofit operations, or executive leadership support** could be a great fit. You don't need to have held the title Chief of Staff. We're interested in your potential, initiative, and ability to get things done. 📍 Washington, DC | Hybrid  💰 $100,000–$120,000 annually  🌟Outstanding medical coverage: Employer pays 97.5% of employee health insurance premiums and 85% of dependent premiums. $0 in-network medical deductible: Access to comprehensive CareFirst medical plans with affordable copays. 100% employer-paid dental and vision coverage: Base dental and vision plans provided at no premium cost for employees and eligible family members. Employer-paid life and disability insurance: Life insurance coverage up to 1.5 times annual salary (maximum $150,000), plus short- and long-term disability coverage. Additional financial and wellness benefits: Retirement plan with employer match, tax-advantaged flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, mental health resources, and employee assistance programs. If you're looking for a role where you can grow, make an impact, and work alongside leaders doing important work, I'd love to connect. Know someone who would be a great fit? Please share!

Another Source's client, a national nonprofit organization, is recruiting a Chief of Staff to join their team in Washington, DC. This full-time, hybrid opportunity offers a unique combination of strategic partnership, organizational coordination, and hands-on executive support. 

Our client is a mission-driven national nonprofit dedicated to expanding access to affordable housing and strengthening communities, with a particular focus on rural and historically underserved areas.  Through financing, technical assistance, training, research, and partnerships, the organization helps local communities address housing challenges and create lasting opportunities for individuals and families. 

With a strong national presence and deep connections across the affordable housing and community development sectors, the organization brings together passionate professionals, community partners, and policymakers to advance meaningful solutions. 

Its work sits at the intersection of housing, public policy, community development, and economic opportunity, creating an environment where thoughtful leadership, collaboration, and initiative can make a tangible difference. 

Are you someone who connects the dots, anticipates what's next, and turns ideas into action? Do you thrive working alongside senior leaders and driving meaningful initiatives forward? 

The Chief of Staff serves as a trusted partner to the CEO, helping advance organizational priorities, strengthen collaboration, and support executive decision-making. 

This role blends strategic administrative coordination, executive partnership, and hands-on support, including cross-functional projects, Board management, and executive priorities. 

We're looking for a proactive, intellectually curious professional with strong judgment, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to see the big picture while managing the details. 

You don't need a Chief of Staff title on your resume. What matters most is your ability to think strategically, build relationships, and get things done. 

 

• Partner with the CEO to advance organizational priorities and strategic initiatives. 

• Coordinate leadership meetings, cross-functional projects, and key decisions. 

• Prepare executive briefings and drive accountability on special projects. 

• Manage the CEO's calendar, travel, meetings, and daily priorities. 

• Anticipate executive needs, prepare communications, and streamline operations. 

• Handle confidential matters with professionalism and discretion. 

• Coordinate Board meetings, agendas, materials, and communications. 

• Support Board engagement and track key decisions and follow-up activities. 

• Strengthen communication, collaboration, and accountability across departments. 

• Support organizational planning, process improvements, and strategic initiatives. 

• Support the CEO's relationships with external partners and stakeholders. 

• Coordinate events, speaking engagements, presentations, and executive communications. 

We're looking for a proactive, thoughtful professional who brings strong judgment, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently while managing a variety of responsibilities. 

• Minimum of four years of progressive experience in executive support, nonprofit operations, public policy, government affairs, or a related field. 

• Experience supporting senior leaders and coordinating complex projects involving multiple stakeholders. 

• Exceptional communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. 

• Ability to manage competing priorities, anticipate needs, and exercise independent judgment. 

• Strong relationship-building skills with executives, Board members, and external partners. 

• Proactive, detail-oriented, and solutions-focused, with the ability to balance strategic priorities and hands-on execution. 

• Professionalism and discretion when handling confidential information. 

• Experience in government affairs, public policy, national associations, or nonprofit organizations. 

• Background supporting senior executives in a Chief of Staff, Executive Assistant, or similar role. 

• Familiarity with Board governance, executive operations, and cross-functional initiatives. 

• Knowledge of affordable housing, community development, CDFIs, or rural initiatives. 

• Master's degree in a related field. 

 

Our client is an equal opportunity provider and employer. The organization does not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. 

This is more than an opportunity to support an executive. It's a chance to work alongside an accomplished CEO, gain meaningful exposure to organizational leadership, and contribute directly to work that makes a difference. 

You'll collaborate with experienced professionals across research, public policy, finance, community development, and organizational leadership while building relationships within Washington, DC's nonprofit and policy communities. 

For someone who is ambitious, intellectually curious, and eager to grow, this role offers a valuable opportunity to develop strategic leadership skills, take ownership of meaningful initiatives, and gain firsthand experience in executive decision-making and Board governance. 

The CEO values initiative, independence, and professional development, creating an environment where motivated professionals can contribute ideas, expand their responsibilities, and grow their careers. 

Another Source works with their clients on a retained project basis. We are committed to building inclusive candidate pools as we partner with hiring teams. As you read through the job posting and review the list of qualifications (required and/or preferred), please do not self-select out if you feel you do not meet every qualification. No one is 100% qualified. We encourage you to apply and share your story with us. 

 

 

 

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