UNITED SIKHS | Deputy Chief of Staff

Chief of Staff: Job DescriptionUNITED SIKHS is a United Nations-affiliated international non-governmental, humanitarian relief, human development, and advocacy organization, aimed at empowering those in need, especially disadvantaged and minority communities across the world. To see more, please view: are looking for a chief of staff who has worked in an environment while working in a high producing organization dealing with advocacy for civil and human rights, along with the work done by emergency responders during disasters. Preferably someone who has worked as the chief-of-staff of a congressional office.Chief of StaffUNITED SIKHS is an advocacy, humanitarian aid, UN affiliated NGO, headquartered in NYC. To know more click on Responsibilities:Acts as a strategic advisor to the CEOPresident and senior management team.Acts as the liaison between CEOPresident and other executives, clients, and stakeholders to ensure consistent communication and ensuring involvement or decision-making at the proper time.Collaborate with the senior leadership to develop communications strategies that will broaden programmatic reach and deepen impact. Will also represent senior leadership in meetings.As a leader be in the forefront of the events to plan, strategize and create a meaningful value proposition and present it to the right audiences and be able to successfully advocate in major new channels.Develop and refine UNITED SIKHS "core" messages to ensure organizational consistencyIdentify significant media and public policy issues that can be leveraged to support UNITED SIKHS Nonprofit's work, and create and implement plans to exploit themOversee organizational response to inquiries about UNITED SIKHS NonprofitMonitors top influencers, competitors, media, and industry trends for potentially shareable content and makes them available to friend and comment positively on the work UNITED SIKHS is doing.Must have existing network of contacts in the media and should be able to find landing spots for the organizationParticipates with other department staff in key areas where public relations and social media impact organizational objectives and goals.Supports consistency of the organization's message in all PR materials. Offers design and proofing assistance to other departments, particularly with regard to the implementation of logo styles and uniformity of designParticipates with the CEOPresident and senior management team in strategic planning, policy development, and decision-making.Represents CEOPresident in meetings, by email, and phone calls with internal and external stakeholders. Should be willing to travel and be able to set up an office in remote sitesManages the CEOPresidents calendar and prioritizes their time and schedule.Drafts letters, emails, reports, and other correspondence on behalf of the CEOPresident.Supports CEOPresident in meetings by taking notes and assuming responsibility for completion of action items.Ensures timely and effective completion of projects and initiatives of the CEOPresident.Researches and recommends new and revised policies and strategies.Creates and maintains systems and processes to streamline operations.Establishes standards and procedures for hiring and managing the office staff and personnel for the CEOPresident.Maintains accurate confidential files and data records.Work Hours & Benefits: 40 hours a week, and as needed. We will also offer 401Ks, and offer travel expenses, flexible hours, and work-from-home opportunities.Chief of Staff QualificationsSkills:Written and verbal communication skills. Must have experience in journalism and maintains a rolodex of connections.Time managementOrganizational skillsCritical thinkingProblem-solvingRelationship-buildingDetail-orientedPatienceFlexibilityWill be comfortable working independently and as part of a small, dynamic teamDemonstrates superior organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines.Proficiency with Microsoft programs and knowledge of Photoshop preferred.Knowledge of communication technologies including social networking, blogs, YouTube, etc.Must have or be able to quickly acquire knowledge of departmental structure, policies, and procedures.Positive outlookEducation and Experience Requirements:Master's degree in business administration, finance, or a similar field, or a master's degree in public relations, marketingcommunications, English, journalism, or a related field; or equivalent work experience.4+ years in a business or executive management roleTrack record of organizing and directing multiple teams and departmentsHighly experienced with Excel or Google Sheets for reporting and analyticsCall To Action: Please reach out by emailing your resume to . Please send in writing samples of your work in the form of press-releases or similar other work.Job Types: Full-time, ContractPay: $80,000.00 - $95,000.00 per yearSchedule:8 hour shiftApplication Question(s):How many years have you worked in a position doing advocacy writing work for a US Congress or in a similar position involving crises work? Please narrate your experienceExperience:Yes experience is a must, 12: 10 years (Required)Work Location: Hybrid

Created: 2025-01-11