• lead all aspects of the Executive Office, ensuring the CEO's time, priorities, and communications align with organizational needs • develop and manage systems that support executive decision-making, follow-up, and accountability • prepare the CEO for internal and external meetings through briefing materials, research, talking points, and follow-up plans • design the operating model, workflows, responsibilities, and standards for the Executive Office team • lead governance operations for the Board of Directors, including meeting planning, materials development, agenda design, bylaw management, documentation, and compliance • partner with legal counsel on governance matters and ensure alignment with nonprofit best practices • manage the governance calendar and board engagement strategy in partnership with the CEO • draft, edit, and manage high-stakes internal and external communications on behalf of the CEO, including memos, leadership updates, board materials, remarks, and presentations • maintain confidentiality while navigating sensitive topics across multiple stakeholder groups • plan, support, manage, and execute major convenings including Board meetings, Executive Team retreats and other nationally organized meetings and sessions