Executive Director of Strategic Operations

6 days ago

Washington, United States FrameWorks Institute Full time
About The FrameWorks Institute

The FrameWorks Institute is an innovative think tank that empowers progressive movements. Our mission is to drive social change through cutting-edge research and effective communication strategies.

As a strategic partner, we work closely with our clients to develop impactful initiatives that resonate with diverse audiences. Our team of multidisciplinary experts provides tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of each project.

We are seeking an experienced Chief of Staff who will collaborate with our CEO and senior leadership team to design and implement organization-wide initiatives. This role requires exceptional problem-solving skills, strategic thinking, and excellent communication abilities.

Job Description:
  • Develop and execute strategic plans to ensure cross-functional integration, efficient internal processes, and a strong organizational culture anchored in diversity, equity, and inclusion.
  • Manage key leadership bodies, processes, and projects, working closely with stakeholders to advance priority initiatives and align them with our mission.
  • Oversee the maintenance of a robust organizational structure and culture to support staff in carrying out our mission.
Responsibilities:Executive Leadership
  1. Serve as a thought partner and strategic advisor to the CEO and senior management team regarding strategy implementation and organizational culture.
  2. Support the creation and implementation of strategic priorities, monitor progress, and adjust as necessary.
  3. Assist in managing the CEO's time to advance internal priorities and ensure effective high-level decision-making on internal organizational management.
  4. Co-create agendas for senior management team, management team, and staff meetings to ensure productive discussions, informed decisions, and clear action plans.
  5. Develop systems for strong internal communications to keep teams well-informed and ensure information flows seamlessly between senior teams and staff.
  6. Support the CEO in planning engagement with key stakeholders, including the Board of Directors, by elevating key organizational priorities and challenges, guiding assessments of the best use of time, and clarifying decision-making processes.
Organizational Culture
  1. In partnership with HR capacity, ensure the health and well-being of the staff culture as a whole.
  2. Develop dynamic approaches to understanding current organizational culture.
  3. Develop practices that foster an open, safe, engaged, and supportive staff culture.
  4. Create mechanisms for hearing and responding to staff concerns and having open discussions around ways to continuously improve the organization's culture.
  5. Ensure a constant commitment to improving organizational practices around diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Resource Coordination
  1. Lead intake planning for complex, large, cross-functional projects to ensure clear project and staffing plans.
  2. In partnership with project directors, support solving problems that arise on complicated and high-level projects.
  3. Ensure teams have the structures and staffing to succeed in collaborating on and completing projects.
  4. Propose the creation of new systems and processes to streamline operations.
  5. Lead strategic planning efforts every 3-5 years to set and prioritize goals.
  6. Lead annual planning to advance and evaluate progress towards long-term strategic goals.
Organizational Connectivity
  1. Keep the CEO informed and position the CEO to be constantly engaged and up-to-speed on organizational happenings and interactions.
  2. Provide perspective and input to the CEO and senior management team about how various teams and team collaborations are working across the organization.
  3. Participate in change leadership and enablement activities by assessing communications and processes, anticipating and addressing resistance.
Qualifications and Requirements

This is a full-time position based in Washington, D.C., with the possibility of remote work. There is an expectation to come to the DC office for key team meetings and the likelihood of additional travel in connection with conferences, meetings, and other events.

Salary: $200,000 - $225,000

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