Chief of Staff

Job Title: Chief of Staff

Job Type: Full time, hybrid (in-person 3-4 days, remote 1-2 days)

Location: Washington, D.C.

About Us: The Congressional Management Foundation (CMF) is a 501 (c)(3) organization dedicated to improving the effectiveness and efficiency of Congress. We are committed to bipartisanship and enhancing the First Branch of government.

Position Overview: We are seeking a full-time Chief of Staff (COS) to serve as a strategic partner to the CEO and leadership team, ensuring effective organizational operations, cross-team coordination, and alignment with mission goals. In a small nonprofit setting, the COS will play a hands-on role—managing key administrative functions, supporting fundraising and board engagement, and overseeing day-to-day operations to enable the organization’s growth and sustainability. This is a pivotal role that requires a balance of strategic insight, operational excellence, and flexibility. The job description is not all-inclusive of duties and management reserves the right to make changes at any

time to meet the needs of the business.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic & Executive Support

· Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO in decision-making, strategy development, and organizational

priorities.

· Prepare briefing materials, presentations, and strategic documents for internal and external

stakeholders.

· Lead and execute special projects and initiatives and organization-wide priorities on behalf of the CEO, including research, reporting, and stakeholder engagement.

· Represent the CEO in meetings and communications when appropriate.

Operational Leadership

· Streamline and oversee day-to-day organizational operations to ensure efficiency and alignment with strategic goals.

· Develop and implement internal processes, policies, and systems to support organizational growth and effectiveness.

· Serve as a liaison across departments to ensure cross-functional coordination and communication.

· Support staff development, organizational culture initiatives, and cross-team collaboration.

Program Design, Acceptance, & Delivery

· Receive from the CEO the specific needs and interests of each stakeholder she has engaged with.

· Translate those stakeholder needs into actionable program offers, curricula, or deliverables with measurable impact – accompanied with pricing and delivery schedules.

· Summarize for the approval of each identified stakeholder, a Proposal for Work, that addresses their needs, proposed solutions, targeted outcomes, prices, and delivery schedules.

· Oversee the delivery of each stakeholder’s accepted proposal.

· Post delivery, oversee Program Quality Assurance through a process that promotes CMF learning and continuous improvement.

Vendor & Contract Management

· Manage relationships with external vendors, consultants, and service providers.

· Negotiate contracts, monitor performance, and ensure compliance with organizational standards.

· Evaluate vendor effectiveness and recommend improvements or alternatives as needed.

Board & Stakeholder Relations

· Coordinate logistics and materials for Board meetings and committee calls.

· Track follow-up actions and ensure effective communication between staff and Board members.

· Assist in donor and funder communications, proposals, and reporting.

Qualifications:

Interested candidates will possess the following qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree required

· At least, 5+ years of relevant professional experience within a political or nonprofit organizations related field.

· Strong organizational, problem-solving, and project management skills.

· Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and professionalism

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

· Experience working with small teams and willingness to “wear many hats.”

Additional Attributes:

· Commitment to the mission of strengthening bipartisan governance and legislative capacity.

· Strategic thinker with entrepreneurial drive.

· High emotional intelligence and ability to build trust across diverse donor and stakeholder groups.

· Willingness to attend occasional evening events or travel as needed.

Salary Range: Compensation & Benefits

· Base Salary: $135,000 annually.

· This position also comes with a benefits package including health insurance, paid vacation leave, and (after six months) a 401K match.

How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit a resume and brief cover letter to CMF@congressfoundation.org with the subject line “Chief of Staff Position” CMF is an equal opportunity employer and invites all qualified candidates to apply. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.