Board Liaison

Filoli Center•Woodside, CA

32d•Hybrid

About The Position

Filoli is seeking a Board Communications Manager to serve as a key partner to the CEO and a primary connection to the Board of Directors. This role is described as the strategic anchor ensuring that the vision of leadership is translated into seamless execution and clear communication. The position involves providing executive-level support, overseeing the Board of Directors program end-to-end, owning the board experience, driving strategic projects, bridging the gap between the CEO, Board, and Senior Leadership, and leading a team including an Executive Assistant and third-party consultants/vendors.

Requirements

At least 5 years of high-level board and C-suite support experience.
Proficiency with tools like Monday.com, Altru CRM, and Google Suite.
Ability to synthesize complex information into clear, beautiful slide decks and reports.
High-stakes diplomacy and tactical project management skills.
Authenticity and emotional intelligence.
Ability to navigate high-pressure situations with composure and maintain total discretion.
Passion for diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion (DEAI) and applying an equity lens to all work.

Nice To Haves

A Bachelor's degree is preferred, but equivalent professional experience is valued.

Responsibilities

Own the board experience: Plan and execute board and committee events, manage the nomination and onboarding process, and provide 'concierge-level' service to directors.
Drive strategic projects: Conduct research on industry trends, coordinate government relations with external lobbyists, and develop high-level presentations and white papers.
Bridge the gap: Serve as the primary liaison between the CEO, the Board, and Senior Leadership, ensuring consistency across all strategic initiatives.
Lead a team: Directly manage the Executive Assistant (EA) and oversee third-party consultants and vendors to keep the executive office running smoothly.