Board Liaison and Special Assistant

Board Liaison And Special Assistant

About Umoja Community Education Foundation (UCEF) :

Operating with over 80 campus programs in California and Washington and serving over 16,000 students annually, UCEF is a community of educators and learners committed to college success, personal growth, and self-actualization of African American and other students. UCEF seeks to educate the whole studentbody, mind, and spirit. Informed by an ethic of love and its vital power, UCEF deliberately engages students as full participants in the construction of knowledge and critical thought, helping them experience themselves as valuable and worthy of an education.

About the Position :

The Board Liaison and Special Assistant provides high-level administrative, strategic, and governance support to the CEO and Board of Directors. This role serves as the primary point of contact for board operations, ensuring effective communication and coordination between the executive office and board leadership. The role also supports CEO-driven initiatives and high-priority projects across the organization.

This is a hybrid, full-time, term-limited position based in Sacramento, CA, with an in-office presence of approximately 60% and occasional travel for board meetings, retreats, and events. The role is ideal for a strategic thinker and detail-oriented professional who thrives in fast-paced environments, values discretion, and is committed to equity, service, and community.

Key Responsibilities :

Board Governance and Engagement

Serve as the central liaison between the CEO and the Board of Directors, managing calendars, communications, and logistics

Plan and coordinate all board and committee meetings, including scheduling, agenda preparation, materials, and minutes

Track and ensure timely follow-up on board actions, deliverables, and strategic initiatives

Maintain accurate and up-to-date board records, bylaws, policies, and rosters

Support board member onboarding, orientation, and engagement activities

Assist with special projects related to board governance, compliance, and strategic planning

Executive Support and Project Management

Provide direct support to the CEO in managing high-priority projects, strategic initiatives, and external partnerships

Draft and edit executive-level communications, reports, and presentations

Conduct research and prepare briefings to support decision-making and stakeholder engagement

Coordinate logistics for executive events, speaking engagements, and internal meetings

Maintain confidentiality while managing sensitive documents, correspondence, and organizational information

Track progress and deadlines related to CEO commitments, initiatives, and external relations