Chief Programs Officer

Chief Programs Officer About the Company Community organization looking to protect & restore natural resources

Industry
Non-Profit Organization Management

Type
Non Profit

Founded
1972


Employees
201-500



Categories Catalina IslandEducationNon ProfitRecreationWildlife Conservation Specialties ConservationEducationand Recreation About the Role The Company is in search of a Chief Programs Officer to take on a pivotal role in leading the vision and management of its conservation, education, and recreation programs. The successful candidate will be a strategic and transformative leader, responsible for overseeing all program strategy and development, and ensuring that the organization's programmatic goals are in alignment with its overall mission. This high-profile position demands a visionary individual who can effectively manage executive responsibilities, including strategic planning, budgeting, and evaluation, and who can serve as a key representative of the organization to agencies, partners, and the community. The Chief Programs Officer will also be tasked with staff management, mentoring a diverse team, and fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture.

Applicants for the Chief Programs Officer role at the company should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, with a preference for a graduate or professional degree, and at least eight years of senior-level experience in program management, particularly in areas such as ecosystem restoration, conservation, environmental education, and outdoor recreation. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of leadership, staff management, and program development within a complex, multi-goal organization. Strong communication skills, the ability to think critically and creatively, and a commitment to the values of diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion are essential. Experience in nonprofit management, business acumen, and a background in local ecology within the operational area are highly desired.


Team Size
3


Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions Non-Profit ManagementStrategy