Chief of Staff

About the role

Spark is looking for a Chief of Staff to partner directly with the CEO as the organization scales its village‑led development model across multiple countries. The role blends strategic planning, project execution, and high‑level communication to ensure the CEO’s priorities are delivered efficiently.

Key responsibilities

• Design and manage multi‑year and annual strategic planning cycles, aligning them with Spark’s values.
• Lead quarterly reviews, dashboards, and implementation calendars to keep strategic priorities on track.
• Identify bottlenecks, propose solutions, and unblock cross‑functional initiatives.
• Facilitate Board and external partner engagement, ensuring clear and timely communication.
• Support the CEO in translating strategy into actionable plans and monitoring progress.

Required profile

• Self‑starter who proactively improves processes and projects without waiting for direction.
• Highly organized with a track record of delivering on complex initiatives.
• Creative thinker who designs solutions aligned with mission and values.
• Passionate about high‑impact work and expanding innovative development models.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to shape the growth of a mission‑driven organization.
• Collaborative, values‑centered culture.
• Flexible work arrangements with preference for New York City but remote candidates considered.