Strategy Officer

Job Posting Organization:
The organization is the largest nonprofit dedicated to combating poverty, disease, and inequity globally. Founded on the principle that all individuals, regardless of their identity or circumstances, should have the opportunity to lead healthy and productive lives, the foundation emphasizes the importance of diversity among its employees to reflect the global populations it serves. The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage with no premiums, generous paid time off, paid family leave, retirement contributions, regional holidays, and opportunities for employees to engage in various community initiatives. The foundation is committed to fostering an environment that supports both personal and professional growth for its employees.

Job Overview:
As a Strategy Officer within the Office of the Chief People Officer, you will be instrumental in advancing the strategic priorities of the People team and ensuring that the division operates with clarity, alignment, and impact. Reporting directly to the director" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Deputy Director of Strategy, Planning, and Management, and collaborating closely with the Chief of Staff, your role will involve bridging strategy incubation with leadership advising. This position requires sound judgment, strong analytical skills, and excellent communication abilities, as you will be responsible for managing complex, cross-functional workstreams. Your responsibilities will include overseeing strategy projects, developing key deliverables for the Chief People Officer, and ensuring that travel and communications are strategically aligned with the division's objectives. You will also be tasked with translating strategic priorities into actionable plans and tracking progress against established goals, all while fostering inclusive collaboration across various stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Your duties will encompass a wide range of responsibilities, including partnering with leadership to advance strategic priorities, leading the design and execution of high-priority strategy projects, and collaborating with colleagues to develop strategic frameworks and tools. You will support the creation of impactful materials for executive leadership forums and ensure that the People perspective is represented in a compelling manner. Additionally, you will be responsible for maintaining a strategic communications plan for the People Division, developing clear materials that reflect the Chief People Officer's priorities, and managing the CPO's travel portfolio. Your role will also involve supporting operational excellence by improving systems and processes that enhance coordination and performance across the division.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates should possess at least 7 years of progressive experience in strategy, management consulting, organizational development, or a related field. A proven track record of managing complex, cross-functional projects and coordinating deliverables for senior executives is essential. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, along with exceptional written and verbal communication abilities, are required. Candidates must demonstrate the capacity to handle confidential information with discretion and possess strong organizational skills to balance multiple priorities effectively. Experience in global or matrixed organizations is preferred, and an advanced degree in business, public policy, organizational psychology, or a related field is highly desirable, although equivalent experience will be considered.

Educational Background:
An advanced degree in business, public policy, organizational psychology, or a related field is preferred for this position. However, candidates with equivalent experience in relevant fields may also be considered. The educational background should ideally provide a strong foundation in strategic thinking, organizational development, and management principles.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in relevant fields such as strategy, management consulting, or organizational development. Candidates should have a proven ability to manage complex projects and coordinate deliverables for senior executives, demonstrating a strong understanding of strategic execution and leadership advising.

Languages:
While the job description does not specify mandatory languages, proficiency in English is essential given the nature of the role and the organization’s global operations. Additional language skills may be considered an asset, particularly in contexts where the foundation operates internationally.

Additional Notes:
This position is full-time and requires the ability to legally work in the United States without visa sponsorship. The salary range for this role is between $140,200 to $210,200 USD, with specific adjustments for high-wage markets like Seattle and Washington D.C., where the range is $152,800 to $229,200 USD. The organization emphasizes a balance between competitive pay and its mission-driven focus. New hires typically fall within the range minimum and midpoint, with actual placement depending on job-related skills and experience. The role may require up to 20% travel, both domestically and internationally. As part of the hiring process, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background check.