Chief of Staff

Role Overview: As the Chief of Staff (CoS) at a company based in Ahmedabad, you will serve as a strategic partner and trusted advisor to the CEO and executive team. Your primary role involves driving operational efficiency, overseeing critical projects, facilitating communication across departments, and ensuring alignment with the company's strategic goals in the fast-paced and dynamic IT industry environment. Key Responsibilities: - Strategic Planning and Execution: - Collaborate with the CEO and leadership team to define and prioritize strategic objectives. - Oversee the implementation of strategic initiatives and monitor their progress. - Analyze industry trends to inform decision-making and identify growth opportunities. - Operational Efficiency: - Streamline cross-departmental workflows, collaboration, and communication to improve productivity. - Develop and manage systems to track key performance indicators (KPIs) for the Leadership team and critical business roles. - Lead efforts to identify and mitigate operational risks. - Monitor organizational MIS, analyze business progress, and identify potential threats. - Project Management: - Manage high-priority projects, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with organizational goals. - Act as a central point of coordination for cross-functional initiatives. - Ensure effective resource allocation to support project success. - Track and record progress of key initiatives undertaken by the CEO. - Communication and Alignment: - Facilitate effective communication between the CEO, executives, and employees. - Prepare and deliver reports, presentations, and updates for internal and external stakeholders. - Represent the CEO in meetings when required to maintain alignment and continuity. - Provide unfiltered and unbiased feedback about people and processes in the organization as an extended arm of the CEO. - Stakeholder Management: - Build and maintain relationships with key internal and external stakeholders. - Liaise with clients, partners, and vendors to support strategic initiatives. - Act as a trusted confidant and sounding board for the CEO. Qualifications and Skills: - Educational Background: A Bachelor's degree in engineering (preferably IT/Computer) is required. A management degree from a top-tier institute will be an added advantage. - Experience: - 3-5 years of experience, preferably in a strategic role within the IT industry. - Proven track record of managing complex projects and initiatives. - Previous experience working with Tier 1 consulting firms. - Technical Acumen: Familiarity with IT systems, emerging technologies, and industry best practices. - Leadership and Communication: Exceptional interpersonal, leadership, and negotiation skills. - Analytical Thinking: Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities. Ability to understand and analyze MIS and share business findings. - Organizational Skills: Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively. - Work Timings: Open to working during odd hours to ensure adequate overlap across business geographies.,