[Hiring] Chief of Staff @World Education Services

Role Description

The Chief of Staff serves as the Managing Director's trusted advisor and strategic partner, ensuring the effective operation of WES Canada and enabling the Managing Director and WES Canada leadership team to focus on strategic leadership. The role coordinates executive priorities, supports decision-making, facilitates cross-functional alignment, and monitors execution of key organizational commitments.

• Serve as a trusted advisor and strategic thought partner to the MD and leadership team.
• Assess competing priorities, monitor emerging issues and organizational initiatives.
• Identify risks, dependencies, and strategic trade-offs.
• Provide objective analysis recommendations and escalation support.
• Act as an organizational integrator across various teams to ensure effective management of strategic information.
• Project manage WES Canada's inputs into Enterprise-level or global board/leadership reporting.
• Manage the MD's internal and external commitments.
• Oversee and support the development and execution of the MD's annual work plan.
• Project manage and provide oversight to selected high-priority strategic initiatives.
• Oversee operational work associated with executive reporting and dashboards.
• Manage the translation and integration of Enterprise-wide strategic priorities into Canada-specific execution plans.
• Oversee departmental annual budget coordination within WES Canada.
• Ensure effective and timely communications from the MD.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with department and enterprise leaders.
• Attend selected internal and external meetings on behalf of the MD.
• Provide people management, oversight, and mentorship for administrative staff.
• Oversee and manage consultants, honorarium, and other expenses related to WES Canada budget activities.

Qualifications

• A degree in business administration, public administration, nonprofit management, public policy, organizational leadership, or a related field.
• 8-10 years of relevant work experience with strong preference in strategy execution, executive advisory support, organizational leadership, project or program management, policy, or business operations.
• Exceptional project manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Track record as an excellent problem-solver.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience developing and monitoring executive work plans and organizational priorities.
• Demonstrated qualitative and quantitative analytical skills.
• Experience utilizing inclusive and participatory models for strategy development.
• Good interpersonal skills, including tact, diplomacy, and flexibility.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and manage multiple competing priorities.
• Strong people management and supervision experience.
• Proficiency in oral and written French.

Requirements

• Multisector experience is preferred.
• Experience utilizing frameworks and models for strategy development.
• Experience working in the public, nonprofit, social impact, regulatory, professional association, or private sectors.

Benefits

• Work-Life Harmony: Enjoy remote work and flexible scheduling with generous time-off policies.
• Rewards and Recognition: Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and tangible rewards.
• Professional Growth and Development: Comprehensive training programs and tuition reimbursement opportunities.
• Innovation and Impact: Engage in work that transforms lives and empowers individuals.
• Community and Connection: Participate in activities promoting equity, diversity, and a sense of belonging.