Support external engagements of the CEO, including ensuring the CEO is prepared for speaking engagements, coordinating preparation process with communications and relevant team members Serve as an intermediary and key conduit for the flow of information to and from the non-executive staff of the organization and external stakeholders to the CEO Proactively identify issues for the CEO and facilitate decisions by the CEO Serve as a liaison between the organization, the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs, its constituent agencies and other key external state partners/agenciesLead key projects and initiatives, both short- and long-term, as directed by the CEOPerform additional tasks as may be assigned by the Chief Executive Officer Job Qualifications Education Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a relevant field or equivalent experience Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities A minimum of 10 years’ experience in management positions of increasing responsibility Demonstrated knowledge of government, public and media relations, including state political processes; Demonstrated ability to work across multiple disciplines to achieve strategic goalsDemonstrated track record managing complex projects and proven ability to lead talented professionals to get resultsDemonstrated ability to communicate effectively with a variety of constituencies across community and political linesDemonstrated ability to understand complex public and political issues related to the technology sector, economic development, workforce development, and clean energyProven leadership and strength in project management, organization, and analysis with exceptional accountability and proactiveness in dynamic settingProven ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environmentSubstantial management abilities with demonstrated skills in mentoring, professional development, motivating and team buildingExcellent professionalism and diplomacy in representing an organization internally and externally, with significant skills in working productively and collaboratively with all levels of management and staff Exceptional judgment, professionalism and discretion in handling confidential and sensitive situations and mattersExcellent written and verbal communication skillsExcellent interpersonal, communication, presentation and negotiation skillsExcellent attention to detail, organizational and work-management skillsAbility to work independently, manage competing priorities, shift priorities when necessary and meet deadlines. Job Duties: Manage implementation of strategic initiatives in direct consultation with the CEO and Leadership Team Support Government Affairs, Marketing and Communications and all other external affairs functions of the agencySupport Board of Directors relations Support the planning and execution of committee meetings of the Board of Directors as requiredManage the Deputy Chief of Staff and the CEO’s Executive Assistant.