Board & Executive Operations Lead

Job Title: Board & Executive Operations Lead

Position Summary:
The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research (“the Foundation”) is seeking top talent for its Board & Executive Operations Lead position. This role serves as a strategic partner to the Chief of Staff, providing high-level operational, governance, and communications support to the Foundation’s executive leadership and Board of Directors.

This position leads core governance processes, manages executive and Board meeting operations, and ensures organizational priorities are effectively coordinated across teams. The ideal candidate brings a balance of strategic thinking and operational precision—someone who can anticipate needs, connect information across departments, and execute complex deliverables with professionalism and attention to detail.

This is a hybrid-flex position that will require in-person attendance on a monthly basis at the Foundation’s office in New York City.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Board Governance & Management

Oversee ongoing Board governance and compliance in partnership with the Legal team

Manage and maintain the Foundation’s Board platform, ensuring materials, records, and data are accurate and accessible

Coordinate preparation of Board packets and central presentations in collaboration with the Chief of Staff, executive team, and analytics functions

Lead logistics for Board and committee meetings, including agendas, timelines, materials, and follow-up actions

Partner with the fundraising team to onboard and engage new Board members, providing ongoing support and service

Executive Operations & Coordination

Support the Chief of Staff in tracking executive team priorities and ensuring alignment with organizational goals

Draft executive briefings, talking points, and internal communications

Coordinate and project-manage executive team meetings, retreats, and on-sites, driving clarity on objectives and outcomes

Collaborate across communications and analytics teams to turn insights into clear, compelling executive presentations and narratives

Qualifications and Skills:

Proven experience in a Chief of Staff, governance, or executive operations role within mission-driven or corporate settings

Proven knowledge of Board governance, compliance, and executive operations

Proven strategic acumen linking executive priorities to organizational goals

Exceptional communication and presentation skills for senior audiences

Strong project management and coordination abilities across complex initiatives

Proven relationship builder with leaders, staff, and external stakeholders

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and Board platforms (e.g., BoardEffect, Boardvantage, Diligent)

Highly organized, discreet, and adaptable professional with integrity and sound judgment

Skilled in information design and visual storytelling

Salary and Benefits:
The salary range for this position is $150,000 - $175,000. In addition to salary, The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

15+ options for medical insurance (with the Foundation paying 90 percent of the premiums)

Competitive dental and vision plans

401(k) plan with 6 percent employer contribution

Flexible spending accounts

Employer paid life and disability insurance

18 Vacation Days; 12 Well-Being (Sick) Days; 2 Personal Days; summer Fridays (office closure at 2pm) and a summer holiday week over July 4

Two ways of working: hybrid-flex, or remote work. We trust all employees to work closely with their manager and colleagues to determine when, where and how programs and projects get done.

Employees are also eligible for a discretionary bonus on an annual basis. The Foundation provides staff and leadership cultivation through regular training courses and events.

How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a resume and thoughtful cover letter describing through examples, their specific qualifications and interest in the position. If you think that your skills are transferable and can add value to this role, please apply. Applicants who best match the position’s needs will be contacted.

About Us:
The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research was founded in 2000 with one clear objective: accelerating meaningful therapeutic advances and, ultimately, a cure for Parkinson’s disease (PD). The Foundation applies extraordinary scientific, business and media assets to this singular focus—thus creating a unique and dynamic organization. Since inception, the Foundation has quickly grown into the largest nonprofit funder of Parkinson’s disease research, having funded over $2 billion in research projects in both academic and industry labs worldwide.

Visit www.michaeljfox.org for more information.

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