Position Title: Senior Manager, Executive Team and Board Relations

Reports to: Chief of Staff

Type: Full-time

Location: U.S., remote (East Coast preferred); periodic travel to Boston, Washington D.C., and other domestic and international locations as needed

ABOUT CATF

Clean Air Task Force (CATF) is a nonprofit organization working to safeguard against the worst impacts of climate change by catalyzing the rapid global development and deployment of low-carbon energy and other climate-protecting technologies. This is accomplished through research and analysis, public advocacy leadership, and partnership with the private sector. CATF is highly respected for its deep expertise and research on energy and industrial systems and potential strategies, technologies, and policies that can radically shrink their impact on the planet’s atmosphere. Our team of experts and advocates (and global network of subject matter experts and civil society partners) put this research and knowledge into action by designing and enacting public policies that drive toward zero emissions. We also support policies and work directly with private industry to innovate in technology to make the path to zero emissions swift and affordable. CATF has offices in Boston, Washington D.C., and Brussels, with staff working virtually around the world.

ROLE

The Senior Manager, Executive Team & Board Relations is a key operational and strategic partner to CATF’s Executive Team and Board of Directors. This role serves as a critical bridge between leadership and governance, ensuring seamless coordination, effective communication, and alignment of priorities. Acting as a trusted advisor and project manager, the Senior Manager will support board governance, manage board and executive team operations, and facilitate high-level engagement with internal and external stakeholders.

Key Functions and Responsibilities:

Executive Team Support (Approx. 50%)

• Executive Team Operations
• Serve as a central point of coordination for Executive Team priorities, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy and timely execution.
• Manage complex scheduling and logistics across multiple time zones for executive meetings, retreats, and global travel.
• Provide high-level project management for executive initiatives, including agenda setting, meeting preparation, and follow-up on action items.
• Partner with the Chief of Staff to optimize executive workflows, prioritize competing demands, and maintain operational excellence.
• Executive Team Communications
• Draft and refine executive communications, presentations, and briefing materials for internal and external audiences.
• Ensure confidentiality and discretion in handling sensitive organizational and personnel matters.

Board Relations and Governance (Approx. 50%)

• Strategic Board Engagement
• Support the Board Chair and Executive Director in advancing long-term board goals aligned with CATF’s strategic direction.
• Partner with leadership to develop quarterly board meeting agendas that reflect organizational priorities and enable timely decision-making.
• Maintain regular touchpoints with the Board Chair to ensure effective governance and strong relationships.
• Facilitate meaningful engagement between staff and board committees, ensuring committee work is well-supported and integrated into broader organizational efforts.
• Support board development activities, including recruitment, onboarding, and succession planning aligned with CATF’s strategic needs.
• Governance and Communications
• Serve as the primary point of contact for the Board of Directors, ensuring timely, accurate, and professional communication.
• Manage administrative processes related to board governance, including minutes, resolutions, compliance tracking, and documentation of board actions, ensuring adherence to nonprofit governance best practices and CATF bylaws.
• Coordinate periodic board self-assessments and support implementation of improvements to enhance board effectiveness.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with board members, fostering a culture of transparency and collaboration.
• Meeting and Committee Management
• Lead scheduling and logistics for board and committee meetings, including venue coordination, virtual facilitation, and calendar management across time zones.
• Ensure all board and committee meetings are well-prepared, with materials distributed in advance and aligned with meeting objectives.
• Evaluate and implement tools or platforms to streamline board communications, document management, and virtual collaboration.
• Executive Collaboration
• Partner with the Executive Director to ensure board-related activities are integrated into organizational planning and leadership communications.
• Translate board discussions into actionable follow-ups and ensure timely execution of board directives and strategic initiatives.

Skills/Qualifications:

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to anticipate needs, align priorities, and support governance and leadership in achieving long-term goals. Deep understanding of nonprofit governance and board operations.
• Relationship Management: Skilled at building trust and fostering collaboration with senior leaders, board members, and external stakeholders.
• Operational Excellence: Highly organized and detail-oriented, with a focus on efficiency and quality in all processes. Proven ability to manage complex projects and competing priorities with discretion and independent judgment.
• Adaptability: Comfortable navigating ambiguity and shifting priorities in a fast-paced, global environment.
• Communication Mastery: Exceptional written and verbal skills, able to synthesize complex information for diverse audiences.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience, including at least 5 years in a senior administrative or management role supporting executive leadership and nonprofit boards.
• Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, Teams; experience with CRM systems and project management tools (e.g., Salesforce, Monday.com) preferred.
• Flexibility to work across time zones, within reason, and travel domestically and internationally as needed.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Commitment to CATF’s mission and values.

COMPENSATION AND LOCATION:

This is a full-time, remote position (East Coast preferred) with periodic travel to Boston, Washington D.C., and other domestic and international locations as needed. CATF offers an excellent benefits package (details available on our careers page) and an annual salary range of $96,575–$120,000, depending on experience.

CATF provides equal employment opportunities.