About the Role
The Executive Operations Manager is a key coordinator for the CEO’s most important activities, events, and engagements. This role supports the CEO's time, presence, and priorities, ensuring the Office of the CEO operates as a high-functioning hub for strategic alignment and advancement. The position requires significant in-person presence to support high-priority meetings, events, and cross-functional coordination, offering strategic insight into WES’ work and exposure to senior leadership.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary coordinator for major CEO activities, including travel and events, in partnership with the Executive Assistant and stakeholders.
- Build cross-functional relationships and maintain systems to anticipate and plan for key CEO activities.
- Develop a proactive understanding of the CEO’s priorities and anticipate needs.
- Attend internal and external meetings with the CEO, capturing insights and tracking commitments.
- Support the CEO during major events and speaking engagements, ensuring timely preparation of materials and logistics.
- Partner with the Executive Assistant to ensure logistical arrangements are in place.
- Represent the CEO’s office with professionalism in interactions with internal and external partners.
- Coordinate the planning, materials, and logistics for Board of Trustees and Board Committee meetings.
- Take meticulous minutes and track follow-ups for Board engagement.
- Provide support for executive/senior leadership meetings, including agenda setting, materials preparation, and note-taking.
- Ensure key actions from senior leadership meetings are communicated and executed across the organization.
- Support the roll-out and execution of processes led within the Office of the CEO.
- Lead special projects, including research, analysis, and cross-functional initiatives.
- Develop presentations, briefing materials, analytics, and reporting for the CEO and Chief of Staff.
- Provide coverage for CEO calendar, scheduling, and travel needs when the Executive Assistant is out of office.
- Perform ad hoc projects and other duties as required.
Requirements
- 5 years of professional experience in project management, operations, consulting, or executive support roles.
- Experience supporting senior executives.
- Experience coordinating high-profile events or Board-level activities.
- Demonstrated ability to operate with discretion and handle sensitive information.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong strategic thinking, planning, and analytical capabilities.
- High emotional intelligence, maturity, and poise in interacting with senior stakeholders.
- Ability to build strong relationships and work with individuals at all levels of the organization.
- Ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities with resilience and ownership.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive.
Skills
- AI tools
- Non-profit organizations
- Social enterprise organizations
Location
- NYC - USA
Work Type
- In-office presence required
Experience Level
- 5 years of professional experience
Education Level
- Bachelor’s degree or an acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience
Salary/Compensations
- $86K USD - 115K USD
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits
- Tangible rewards
- Comprehensive training programs
- Tuition reimbursement opportunities
- Remote work options
- Flexible scheduling
- Generous time-off policies
- Comprehensive wellness programs
About the Company
- World Education Services (WES) is a non-profit social enterprise that supports the educational, economic, and social inclusion of immigrants, refugees, and international students.
- For 50 years, WES has set the standard for international academic credential evaluation, supporting millions of people.
- WES has developed a wide range of tools to pursue social impact at scale, from evaluating academic credentials to shaping policy, designing programs, and providing philanthropic funding.
- WES partners with a diverse set of organizations, leaders, and networks to uplift individuals and drive systems change.
- WES enables people to learn, work, and thrive in new places.
Equal Opportunity
- World Education Services is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that reflects the rich tapestry of our communities, both in the US and Canada.
- We provide equal opportunities to all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or genetics.
- This commitment extends to every aspect of employment, from recruitment and hiring to promotions, training, and benefits.
- We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws.
- We welcome all applicants, irrespective of their experience perfectly fitting the job description, as we value diverse and innovative viewpoints.
- Individuals who thrive in a culture of continuous learning and inclusive teamwork excel.
- We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible work environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported.
- We welcome members of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply.
- If you require assistance and/or accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please contact hiring@wes.org.
