Chief of Staff to the VP

• Provide tactical and administrative support in all facets of the organization, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.
• Coordinate market research efforts to assess current industry trends and emerging opportunities that align with DEKA's strategic goals.
• Support business development strategies, including market analysis, client engagement, and partnership opportunities, to contribute to DEKA's growth.
• Calendar management and scheduling, ensuring effective time management and prioritization of key meetings and events.
• Manage a high volume of e-mail correspondence, telephone calls, and mailings.
• Coordinate meeting logistics, attendees, and set up any necessary provisions.
• Work closely with DEKA Project Managers to coordinate schedules, events, media, and other operational needs.
• Expense reporting and other administrative tasks as needed.

• Bachelor's degree in a Science, Business, Communications, Political Science, or a related industry.
• 1-5 years' experience as an Executive Assistant, Administrator, Coordinator, or in a similar role, with exposure to market research or business development functions.
• A passion for technology and engineering, with an interest in staying informed on the latest market trends and innovations.
• Proven experience in market research, gathering and analyzing data to drive decision-making and inform business strategies.
• Excellent computer skills with mastery of Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and PowerPoint.
• Impeccable judgment and discretion, with a track record of handling confidential information with care.
• Strong interpersonal skills, capable of collaborating across teams and communicating effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.
• High level of written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work in a complex environment and demonstrate problem-solving capabilities, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment, balancing multiple priorities and tasks.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Open to travel as needed.
• Must be able to work on-site at DEKA 5 days a week and be open to receiving calls/requests during off hours.

About DEKA:
One hour from the beach, Boston, and the mountains, the historic Amoskeag Millyard once housed the largest textile mills in the world. It is now home to DEKA Research & Development, where we are taking the same innovation and cutting-edge technology into the modern age.

Behind DEKA's brick walls sits a team of professionals who strive to make a difference every day through thoughtful engineering, design, and manufacturing. Here at DEKA, some of the most innovative and life-changing products of our time are created, and new ideas are always welcome and explored.