Chief of Staff to the CEO & Founder

Menkiti Group•Washington, DC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At The Menkiti Group, we are dedicated to transforming lives, careers, and communities through real estate. We are a high-growth, mission-driven organization operating at the intersection of development, investment, and home services. We are seeking a high-potential, early-career Chief of Staff to serve as a force multiplier to the Founder & CEO. This is not a traditional or purely strategic Chief of Staff role — it is designed for someone eager to learn, execute, and grow in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. This individual will sit at the center of the organization — helping drive priorities, create structure, and ensure follow-through — while gaining exposure across all aspects of the business.

Requirements

3-5 years of professional experience in operations, consulting, business, or similar roles
Strong organizational and time management skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt quickly
High attention to detail with strong follow-through
Demonstrated problem-solving ability and sound judgment
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Proficient with MS Office, especially with composing memos, letters and Power Point presentations
Ability to harness the power of AI and technology to drive day to day efficiencies
Must be able to work independently as well as be able to collaborate in team environment.
Extremely organized, self-disciplined and professional in demeanor.
Bachelor’s Degree and Advanced study in Business or corresponding work experience.
Strong in-office presence (DC-based)
Highly responsive to CEO and business needs
Operates well in a fast-paced, constantly shifting environment
Balances big-picture awareness with hands-on execution
Naturally curious — connects dots and closes gaps
Thrives in high-growth, high-impact environments
Willing to roll up sleeves — no task too small, no problem

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of and/or experience in marketing, real estate development, commercial leasing, real estate brokerage or home services a plus
Top candidates will be highly motivated, intellectually curious, and eager to build their career in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. They will bring strong judgment, follow-through, and a willingness to step into both strategic and day-to-day execution work. The ideal candidate is organized, responsive, and resourceful, with the ability to keep multiple priorities moving while maintaining attention to detail. They should be comfortable operating in ambiguity, quick to learn, and committed to building trust through reliability, discretion, and consistent execution.

Responsibilities

Manage and prioritize the CEO’s calendar to ensure alignment with highest-value activities
Evaluate and triage inbound requests, determining appropriate prioritization or delegation
Coordinate scheduling, travel, and personal logistics as needed
Ensure the CEO is prepared for all meetings, including materials, briefings, and context
Track outstanding items and ensure timely follow-up on commitments
Provide light personal support to ensure seamless day-to-day operations, including: Coordinating personal appointments (medical, household, etc.) and assisting with ad hoc tasks that enable the CEO to remain focused on business priorities
Track key priorities and initiatives across the organization
Capture action items from meetings and ensure follow-through
Monitor progress and follow up with team members to ensure accountability
Support execution of strategic initiatives by coordinating next steps and timelines
Reinforce clarity around priorities, goals, and focus areas
Establish and maintain systems for tracking work, communication, and progress
Help reduce reactive workflows by introducing structure and consistency
Support discipline around timelines, deliverables, and execution standards
Prepare agendas, materials, and summaries for leadership meetings
Ensure clarity around decisions, ownership, and next steps
Track follow-up actions from leadership discussions
Coordinate across teams to ensure alignment and communication
Take ownership of cross-functional or undefined projects
Step into ambiguous situations and help create clarity and direction
Drive progress on initiatives that may not have a clear owner
Identify and troubleshoot issues, removing blockers as they arise