Chief of Staff - Greenwood Project

Chicago, IL 60601

About the Job

Description

Greenwood Project

The Greenwood Project was founded in 2016 based on two core principles:

“Students can’t be what they can’t see”

and

“There is no lack of talent, only a lack of opportunity.”

GP’s mission is bold, essential and long overdue. We are dedicated to creating opportunities for qualified Black and Latino college students to attain high-trajectory careers in financial services through rigorous training and internships. At Greenwood Project, we don’t just talk about change; we are the catalyst for it, breaking barriers and building a more inclusive and diverse financial industry. Our people are the foundation that allows us to achieve our ambitious goals. Becoming part of the Greenwood Project team means joining a group of driven, passionate and intellectually curious individuals. To work here is to be crucial to the organization’s success.

Chief of Staff

Reporting directly to the CEO, the Chief of Staff will be an integral member of the senior leadership team, acting as a strategic thought partner, integrator, communicator, and confidant. You will play a crucial role in developing and implementing strategies that ensure the alignment of our vision with day-to-day operations. This leader will identify opportunities for enhanced productivity and collaboration while refining processes to drive organizational effectiveness. The ideal candidate will possess strong business acumen, operational insight, and a proven ability to devise innovative solutions for various organizational challenges.

This dynamic role will require an outstanding degree of business and operational expertise and the ability to conceptualize and implement solutions across the organization. Candidates will be framework-oriented problem solvers who thrive in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

Responsibilities

Strategic Planning: Drive strategic planning and goal setting alongside the CEO and senior leadership team. Translate the company's vision, mission, and objectives into long-term strategic and annual operational plans.
Project Management: Manage complex projects and critical initiatives, define objectives, establish timelines, coordinate stakeholders, and monitor progress to ensure successful outcomes.
Financial Oversight, Data Analysis, and Insights: Oversee third-party providers for finance, gather and analyze data, assess market trends, and provide insights and recommendations to inform the decision-making processes.
Meeting Management: Own staff and board meetings, ensuring meeting effectiveness and preparedness, driving follow-through, and improving decision-making processes.
Leadership: Ensure all team members have the resources, information, and tools necessary to succeed. Attend meetings on behalf of the CEO, facilitate discussions, and ensure accountability for follow-up actions

Education, Competencies and Experience

A note to potential candidates: Multiple studies have shown that BIPOC and other candidates from marginalized populations are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every single one of the qualifications in a job description. Greenwood Project is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization and finding the best candidate for the job. We would strongly encourage interested individuals to apply, even if they don't believe they meet every one of the qualifications described below.

Strong emphasis will be placed on the following key experiences and role-related skills:

MBA or advanced degree required.
Minimum of 10 years of relevant work experience with increasing responsibility. Your background should include management consulting or investment banking, with at least a few years of operating experience.
Highly analytical and critical thinker with strong project management skills and a love for the details. Ability to anticipate future needs and trends, streamline operations, and enhance productivity and efficiency.
Strong communication (written, verbal, and presentation) and interpersonal skills (high EQ) combined with the ability to influence without managing.
Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities.
Ethical, respectful, professional demeanor combined with a genuine passion for the organization's mission.

Benefits

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The Greenwood Project is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, religion, ancestry, marital status, familial status, or any other legally protected classification federally or in the State of Illinois. The Greenwood Project does not discriminate in its activities, educational programs, hiring practices, or employment practices as required by Title VI, IX, and Section 504.

Compensation and Benefits

We are based in Chicago and have a hybrid schedule with at least two days in the office (Tuesdays and Thursdays) each week. The salary range for this role is commensurate with experience. A comprehensive benefits package includes employee health care, dental and vision coverage, disability insurance, a 401(k) plan and generous paid time off.

If you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and are eager to be part of a team dedicated to creating opportunities for qualified college students while driving meaningful change, we encourage you to apply for this role at Greenwood Project.

Shared Values

Cultural Competency: All team members strive to build a working knowledge of the historical, social, and economic history of this country with a particular value for diverse identities, ideas, and experiences. As team members, we consistently work to acquire and apply cultural knowledge and adapt to the cultural context of various communities. We are reflective and often think about the impact of our actions, words, and thoughts on various components of their and others’ intersectional lines of identity. We strive to self-monitor our various layers of privilege and push the organization to be the strongest collection of voices possible.
Influence and Impact: We value learning about others' working styles and preferences and strive to adapt our approach to maximize the success of everyone on the team.
Strategic Thinking: We critically analyze inputs and consider the organization's long-term outputs, working to create scalable and sustainable systems and structures.
Self-Direction: Our team members operate with both initiative and follow-through to ensure that we can operate in ways that build trust in each other.
Balance: We value in-person collaboration and independent, flexible work. We have a hybrid schedule with at least two days in the office (Tuesdays and Thursdays) each week.
Growth: We want your career to be satisfying for the long term. If you want to try a new project or attend a meeting with another group, we welcome it. We want you to learn, stretch, and grow as much as you want.

Source : Greenwood Project