Chief of Staff

About The Dispatch:

At a time of growing industry uncertainty and an alarming erosion of civic discourse, The Dispatch stands out as a platform for thoughtful coverage, respectful dialogue and a wildly engaged community of paying members. We bring a perspective —we’re conservatives, classical liberals, libertarians—but we’re fiercely independent, standing apart from media outlets increasingly engaged in partisan boosterism. Started in 2019 by Steve Hayes, the Editor-in-Chief of The Weekly Standard, and Jonah Goldberg, editor at National Review, The Dispatch has filled a valuable gap on the center-right in the media ecosystem as captured in articles in Vanity Fair, The Atlantic and other publications.

Overview

The Chief of Staff role offers a unique opportunity to be involved in every facet of a dynamic media organization. Reporting directly to the President, you’ll oversee critical operational, financial, and strategic initiatives while working on special projects that contribute to The Dispatch’s growth and innovation. This role is ideal for a self-starter with management consulting experience and a passion for media, operations, and project management. The position offers significant upward mobility and the opportunity to evolve into a VP of Operations or ownership of a new business unit. Applicant can be located in New York or Washington, DC with periodic travel required.

• Budget Management: Collaborate with outsourced accounting teams on routine AP/AR reviews, monthly book closings, cash balance monitoring, and tax filings; act as the internal lead for FP&A activities.
• Board & Advisor Management: Support communications with Dispatch investors and advisors
• Spearhead The Live Events Business Line: Serve as the project owner for two annual Dispatch Summits (~300 attendees each) and two regional Dispatch Town Halls (~100 attendees each). Responsibilities include managing talent booking, working with event production teams, and coordinating with internal editorial leads on programming.
• New Business Lines: Collaborate with the President on key business development initiatives, including but not limited to:
• The Dispatch’s CLE program
• Corporate subscriptions
• Platform licensing deals
• Merchandising operations

• At least two years of management consulting experience with a focus on Technology, Media, and Telecommunications (TMT) businesses.
• Exceptional project management and organizational skills, with an ability to juggle multiple responsibilities and deadlines.
• Strong financial acumen, with experience in FP&A, budgeting, and vendor/contract management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to liaise effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
• Interest in journalism, media, or digital content businesses is a plus.

• The opportunity to work directly with senior leadership in a mission-driven media organization.
• Significant upward mobility and potential for career growth into a VP of Operations role or the chance to lead a new business unit.
• A collaborative and dynamic work environment that values innovation and integrity.

We’re committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.