Chief Operating Officer (COO)

The Company is seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to partner with executive leadership and turn strategic priorities into measurable organizational results. The COO will lead operational planning and performance management, align teams and resources, and provide data-informed recommendations to leadership and the Board. Responsibilities include overseeing operational infrastructure, financial operations, human resources, risk management, and organizational systems, while strengthening accountability and continuous improvement. The role will also guide organizational growth, support effective governance, and ensure operations can sustain expanding programs and impact. Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree and at least 15 years of progressive leadership experience, preferably in operations, general management, or enterprise leadership within a mission-driven organization; an advanced degree is preferred. They should demonstrate success leading organizational growth and change, translating strategy into execution, and using financial information, performance metrics, and data to improve results. Strong stakeholder alignment, team development, communication, judgment, and problem-solving skills are essential. Experience as a COO, working with executive leaders and boards, or in a national nonprofit, healthcare, advocacy, membership, or volunteer-driven organization is preferred.