Chief Program Officer (CPO)

The Company is in search of a Chief Program Officer (CPO) to join their team. The CPO will be a key leader in the organization, responsible for overseeing and championing continuous quality improvement and program execution. This role requires a mission-focused, strategic, and collaborative human services leader with a strong background in social services and a deep commitment to the values and principles of the organization. The successful candidate will be a people-centered leader, adept at building and managing diverse teams, and will be instrumental in the strategic planning, financial management, and external relations of the organization. Candidates for the CPO position at the company should be driven by a passion for social change and have a proven track record in program design, development, and management. The role demands a leader with superior analytical, grants management, business process, and project management skills, who can effectively communicate and engage with staff, the Board of Directors, and external partners. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker, an effective communicator, and a skilled relationship builder, with the ability to lead change and manage multi-disciplinary teams. A Bachelor's degree is required, with a Master's degree preferred, and at least 10 years of executive/management experience in human services. The CPO will be expected to uphold the organization's mission and values, and to work tirelessly to ensure the best possible outcomes for the young people they serve.