[Hiring] Manager of Board Relations & Special Projects @NDWA

Role Description

The National Domestic Workers Alliance is seeking a proactive, thoughtful, and values-aligned individual to play a central role in our Executive Office. The Manager of Board Relations and Special Projects will work closely with the Deputy Chief of Staff and Executive Office Coordinator to provide direct support to the Executive Director, manage communication with two Boards (National Domestic Workers Alliance & Care in Action), and execute organizational priorities and special projects as identified by the Executive Office.

This position will ensure that the time of the Executive Director and Board is prioritized in alignment with the organization’s goals. This person may be asked to lead high-priority special projects that are critical to the organization, requiring extensive cross-team collaboration and, at times, travel or in-person support for principals and staff.

Qualifications

• Expertise, skill, and interest in board and office operations, travel and calendar management, budgeting, retreat planning, digital and physical security management
• Skilled proficiency in Google Suite, including Google Calendar, Google Docs, and Google Sheets
• Significant experience and skill in developing presentation decks that are informational, exciting, and visually appealing is a plus
• The ability to travel domestically at least 25% of the year to directly support the Executive Director
• Excellent attention to detail and highly organized
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience managing multiple projects and tasks with strong time management
• Thoughtful and intentional, with a natural inclination to support the Executive Director in celebrating staff, partners, and others
• Self-motivated with a proven ability to work independently and in partnership with a highly motivated team
• Agreement and alignment with NDWA's vision and values
• Bilingual (Spanish preferred) is a plus, but not required

Requirements

• Manage all engagement with the c3 and c4 Board of Directors on behalf of the Executive Director
• Develop a year-long communication strategy for interfacing with both boards, aimed at keeping them up-to-date on the organization’s priorities, finances, and strategy
• Serve as the organization's subject matter expert on Board bylaws, and organize communications and cross-team work related to the Board around that governing document
• Schedule, plan, and execute all in-person and virtual board meetings and retreats
• Attend all board meetings and draft agendas and record accurate minutes for governance documentation
• Support the recruitment, onboarding, and term transitions of C4 board members to ensure consistent governance and leadership continuity
• Prepare research and briefing documents for the Executive Director before meetings and public events, including coordinating with staff, partners, and other experts to gather input and feedback
• Attend meetings to record notes as requested and support the Executive Director with follow-up, including direct coordination with staff and partners to execute
• Consult with the Executive Office Coordinator to maximize the Executive Director’s time through assisting on email correspondence, scheduling, and planning
• Support the Deputy Chief of Staff in managing and tracking the budget of the Executive Office
• Support executive team data management, drive storage and manage digital security protocols for the executive office
• Field, assess, and respond to requests and inquiries from the public and staff, and coordinate with the Deputy Chief of Staff on required follow-up
• Serve as the primary liaison to the Special Advisor to the President
• Liaise with external partners and public speaking agents to execute and support the Executive Director’s public engagements
• Liaise with the press and communications team to oversee the Executive Director’s extensive media opportunities
• Support in the writing and development of strategic communications, both internal and external, in collaboration with the Deputy Chief of Staff and Executive Director
• Establish protocol and manage all requests of the Executive Office and information funneling up to the President and Executive Director
• Manage special projects of strategic priority to the President and Executive Director
• Support the Deputy Chief of Staff by providing operational support and strategic insight on both Executive Office and organization-wide projects
• Support the Deputy Chief of Staff, organization, and Executive Office through key participation in the annual strategic planning and budgeting process
• When the Executive Office Coordinator or Deputy Chief of Staff is out-of-office provide coverage in scheduling, all-staff communications, and organizational program management

Benefits

• Salary: $85,000 - $90,000
• Remote work with required travel (25%)
• Equal employment opportunities
• Participation in the E-Verify program