Chief of Staff

ABOUT US:

At the Liberty Ecosystem, we're not just building projects and providing community programs - we are igniting a movement that reimagines urban investment as a catalyst for justice, equity, and transformation. Our mission is to forge a reparative, restorative, and regenerative economy that uplifts Black Los Angeles and fuels a revolution across the African diaspora. Every initiative we lead breathes life into our communities, strengthens bonds, and champions a sustainable, liberated future. Join us in crafting a legacy of change that echoes far beyond our beloved city.

YOUR ROLE:

As the Chief of Staff for a new social impact initiative within the Liberty Ecosystem, you will be the driving force behind our evolution. You won't just manage projects - you’ll architect groundbreaking systems, fuel innovation, and be the voice that amplifies the power of our mission. Collaborating closely with our visionary CEO and executive team, you will streamline high-impact initiatives, lead complex projects, and ensure seamless alignment across a dynamic team that you will help build. We seek a strategic leader with a stellar track record in executive advising and cross-functional leadership, ready to build off our record-breaking success to take us to new heights.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Partner intimately with the CEO to catalyze our organizational strategy, mission, and vision, embedding a culture of fearless innovation and transformative impact.
• Shape the future with the senior management team through strategic planning, policy innovation, and mission-critical decision-making.
• Scout and recommend visionary policies, strategies, and initiatives that align with our mission and propel growth.
• Be the heartbeat of communication between staff, executives, and senior leaders, ensuring transparency and unity in advancing our bold initiatives.
• Inspire and lead day-to-day team dynamics, ensuring projects and initiatives are executed with precision, passion, and purpose.
• Engineer and refine processes and systems to unleash operational excellence, elevate service delivery, and optimize resource impact.
• Pioneer and implement cutting-edge practices in administration, technology, operations, facilities, and compliance.

WHO YOU ARE:

• 5+ years of transformative leadership experience, including steering teams through complex, high-stakes environments; nonprofit experience is a bonus.
• A visionary strategist with project management prowess, skilled at navigating multifaceted challenges with grace and grit.
• A meticulous innovator who thrives on converting obstacles into opportunities for groundbreaking change.
• Agile, fearless, and invigorated by the rapid pace of social transformation.
• A magnetic communicator with deep cultural intelligence, fiercely committed to racial justice and community empowerment.
• Analytical, strategic, and relentlessly focused on measurable, mission-driven impact.
• A master of cross-functional collaboration, team empowerment, and driving toward audacious goals.
• Financially astute, with the ability to forecast, manage budgets, and fuel sustainable growth.
• Exceptional at balancing multiple high-impact projects while maintaining uncompromising attention to detail and excellence.

OUR CORE VALUES:

• Mission Alignment and Advancement: We are dedicated to our collective goals and the advancement of our community.
• Loyalty: Our commitment to our organization and to each other is unwavering.
• Curiosity and Creativity: We encourage innovative thinking and the exploration of new ideas.
• Initiation and Follow-Through: We are proactive in our efforts and committed to seeing projects to completion.
• Respect for Confidentiality: We handle sensitive information with care and integrity.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

This exempt position offers a competitive salary range of $95,000-$120,000, commensurate with experience, alongside a flexible work schedule tailored to foster creativity and balance. As a key member of our team, you’ll have unparalleled access to spaces and opportunities for professional growth, leadership in social impact, and deep community engagement. Our benefits package includes comprehensive health and wellness coverage, exclusive access to workshops, conferences, and immersive community initiatives.

JOIN US:

This isn’t just a role - it’s a calling. This is a rare opportunity to be a cornerstone in a movement that transforms lives and landscapes, while redefining what’s considered possible in the world of social impact and community empowerment. Here’s what awaits you:

• Community Connection: Drive initiatives that empower Black Los Angeles, influence Black America, and galvanize the solidarity economy movement.
• Access to Visionaries: Collaborate with and learn from the country’s leading thought-leaders and practitioners in social impact investment and the solidarity economy.
• Professional Growth: Unlock unique opportunities for personal and professional development, with leadership pathways, and skill-building experiences.
• Work-Life Harmony: Experience the freedom of flexible hours and a hybrid model that nurtures both your personal well-being and professional aspirations.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Your journey to impact starts now.

Submit your 1) resume and 2) cover letter. In your cover letter, share why the work of Liberty Ecosystem speaks to your soul, how your personal and professional journey aligns with our mission, and paint a vivid picture of the future we can build together. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled, but our movement never stops.

We can’t wait to meet you and ensure a hiring process as inspiring and dynamic as the work we do together.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. As a Black-led organization, we embrace diversity, equity and inclusion, and are dedicated to fostering a supportive environment for all team members.