Chief of Staff

Nest Health • Remote, Remote

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Chief of Staff acts as a strategic thought partner and force-multiplier for the CEO and COO, and the organizing force behind the executive and senior leadership teams. Primary responsibilities include investor relations across both venture and philanthropic / grant capital, building and executing Nest's fundraising strategy, board management, running the operating cadence of the executive and senior leadership teams and high-level strategic and administrative support. Preferred would be someone with experience / interest in fundraising and capital formation-venture, foundation, and grant- who can help to represent Nest externally and serve as a strategist on Nest's capital pathway. This role reports directly to the CEO and works in close partnership with the COO. Critically important is a confident communicator and leader, someone with excellent emotional intelligence and a flexible and creative mindset.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, public policy, or related field preferred
• 7+ years of experience in a senior leadership role within a healthcare organization, venture-backed startup, investment firm, foundation or philanthropic organization, and / or consulting practice
• Startup experience preferred (Prior to Series B)
• Direct experience supporting or leading fundraising- venture rounds, foundation grants, or philanthropic campaigns- including pipeline development, diligence, and close
• Experience working directly with senior executives, board members, and investors
• Experience preparing executive-level materials (e.g., board decks, investor updates, pitch materials, grant proposals, strategic memos)
• Track record of successful project management and operational excellence
• Expert knowledge of healthcare landscape
• Strong strategic thinking and planning capabilities
• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills
• Superior written and verbal communication abilities
• Proven ability to navigate complex organizational dynamics
• Political acumen and government relations experience
• Ability to synthesize complex information into actionable strategies
• Strong project management and execution skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, particularly SharePoint, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple competing demands and maintain attention to detail
• Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities
• Discretion when handling confidential and sensitive information

Nice To Haves

• Experience with organizational planning processes or strategic road mapping is a plus

Responsibilities

• Orchestrate strategic time management for the CEO and, on occasion, the broader executive team
• Understand CEO and COO priorities and act as air traffic controller through effective schedule management and plan agendas and ensure materials are available for internal and external meetings that involve the CEO
• Plan and execute strategic conferences, high-level meetings, company-wide events
• Provide strategic context and recommendations for executive decision-making
• Function as a strategic connector between different organizational initiatives
• Lead and structure Executive and Leadership team meetings to ensure clear agendas, productive discussion and alignment on key points and timely follow-up with clear action items and owners to ensure that next steps are clearly defined and documented
• Own the operating cadence of the executive and senior leadership teams- meeting calendar agendas, decision logs, and accountability for follow-through so both groups run with clear priorities, owners, and deadlines
• Own investor relations strategy and execution drafting investor updates, building investor and board materials, tracking reporting commitments, and serving as a day-to-day point of contact for Nest's venture investors in partnership with Nest's CEO, COO, and CFO
• Own relationships and communications with philanthropic and grant funders, including foundation program officers, family offices, and impact investors, ensuring consistent narrative, reporting, and stewardship
• Support board and investor meetings, developing agendas, creating presentations, taking minutes, and ensuring follow-through
• Facilitate productive engagement between executive leadership and key external stakeholders especially investors, foundations, health plans, and government partners
• Lead and drive the development, alignment, and ongoing tracking of OKRs, contributing to strategic planning initiatives and ensuring long-term goals and objectives are clearly defined and achieved
• Conduct research and analysis to support executive decision-making
• Serve as a central driver of enterprise-wide initiatives, coordinating across all functional areas and bringing together the appropriate Nest capabilities to ensure success
• Manage special projects that span functional domain, from requirements gathering to early project management
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to the executive team
• Assess and support high functioning organizational culture
• Develop strategic planning process that align with organizational objectives
• Partner with the People Team to ensure that strategic initiatives remain aligned with organizational mission and values
• Identify opportunities to improve cross-functional collaboration and efficiency
• Partner with the CEO, COO, and CFO to build and drive Nest's fundraising strategy across venture capitals, foundations, and philanthropic / government grant funding
• Build and manage the funder pipeline end to end; prospect research, targeting, outreach sequencing, diligence support, data room management, and close tracking
• Lead grant strategy and execution, including identifying opportunities, managing proposal development and submission deadlines, and ensuring reporting and compliance obligations are met
• Develop the raise narrative and supporting materials, including pitch decks, financial and impact metrics, and diligence responses
• Maintain relationships with state and national government officials where they advance Nest's funding objectives
• Track and brief the CEO, COO, and executive team on trends in venture capital, health-focused philanthropy, and grant funding- as well as the government / regulatory sphere- that may create funding opportunities for Nest or impact its operations
• Attend conferences, investor meetings, and funder events in support of the CEO and COO and support relationship building

Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages
• Equity opportunities
• Employer-sponsored health, dental, and life options
• Unlimited PTO
• Family-centric health support with access to Lyric's comprehensive services for urgent care, behavioral health, psychology, and psychiatry for you and your entire family, including virtual veterinary care for your pets
• Company supported Parental Leave for both primary / non-primary care givers with options for a tiered return to work, and eligibility to receive additional hours PTO for Parental Care and Backup Childcare
• Reimbursement for work-related vehicle expenses, including commuting and travel costs, for staff who drive as part of their job responsibilities
• Up to $3,000 / year Tuition Reimbursement to support your educational and professional development by covering a portion of costs relating to fees, course materials, or other related expenses
• Employer sponsored short-term and long-term disability benefits to provide financial support in the event of illness or injury that prevents you from working
• Enrollment in 401(k) Retirement Plan through Human Interest to help save for your future with flexible contribution options

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior