Position Title: Chief Program Officer (CPO)
Reports To: Executive Director
Location: Remote
Employment Type: Full-time

This position is only open to applicants in the U.S. and Canada.

Applications are open for this position through August 31, 2024.

 

Position Overview

Beyond Benign is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to foster a green chemistry education community that empowers educators to transform chemistry education for a sustainable future. Beyond Benign is seeking a professional individual for a new position as the Chief Program Officer (CPO).

 

The Chief Program Officer (CPO) will report directly to the Executive Director and will be responsible for overseeing the organization’s K-12, Higher Education, and Green Chemistry Teaching and Learning Community (GCTLC) programs/platform. The CPO will ensure these programs align with the organization’s mission, goals, and strategic vision. This role requires strong leadership, strategic planning, and program management skills to drive educational excellence and innovation.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership:
  • Develop and implement program strategies for K-12, Higher Education, and GCTLC initiatives.
  • Collaborate with the Executive Director and Chief Operating Officer to shape the organization’s overall strategic direction.
  • Ensure program goals align with the organization’s mission and strategic priorities.
• Program Management:
  • Oversee the planning, implementation, and evaluation of all K-12, Higher Education, and GCTLC programs.
  • Ensure programs are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
  • Monitor program performance and outcomes, using data to drive continuous improvement.
  • Develop and manage program budgets, ensuring financial sustainability and accountability.
  • Implement and maintain program policies, procedures, and standards.
• Team Leadership:
  • Lead and manage program directors and staff, fostering a culture of collaboration and high performance.
  • Provide coaching, mentoring, and development opportunities to team members.
  • Ensure effective communication and coordination among program teams.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including educational institutions and organizations, community partners, and funders.
  • Represent the organization at events, conferences, and meetings to promote programs and partnerships.
  • Work with the COO to identify funding opportunities and secure resources to support program initiatives.
  • Support the preparation of grant proposals, reports, and other funding-related documentation.
• Conference Attendance and Networking:
  • Attend chemistry education conferences and relevant industry events to foster relationships with community members and stakeholders.
  • Stay informed about the latest trends and advancements in green chemistry education in higher education.
  • Utilize insights gained from conferences to inform program development and strategy.
• Thought Leadership:
  • Establish and promote the organization as a leader in green chemistry education.
  • Publish articles, white papers, and other materials to share knowledge and insights.
  • Present at conferences and other forums to advocate for green chemistry education and the organization’s initiatives.

 

Qualifications

• Education and Experience:
  • Master’s degree in Education, Nonprofit Management, or a related field; PhD preferred.
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in program management and leadership, preferably in an educational or nonprofit setting.
  • Proven track record of successful program development and implementation.
• Skills and Competencies:
  • Strong strategic planning and organizational skills.
  • Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
  • Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.
  • Proficient in data analysis and performance measurement.
  • Experience managing budgets.
• Personal Attributes:
  • Passion for education and commitment to the organization’s mission.
  • Innovative and forward-thinking mindset.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • High level of integrity and professionalism.

 

Compensation: Salary is negotiable and will be based on experience and qualifications. Benefits package/PTO available.

 

Start Date: Preferred start date is October 1, 2024 or before.

 

Apply: E-mail cover letter, resume and inquires to HR@beyondbenign.org

 

About Beyond Benign:
Beyond Benign a 501(c)3 nonprofit, envisions a world where the chemical building blocks of products used every day are healthy and safe for humans and the environment. Beyond Benign’s mission is to foster a green chemistry community that empowers educators to transform chemistry education for a sustainable future. Beyond Benign is working to equip educators from K-20 with the ability to teach chemistry and STEM through a lens of sustainability grounded in the 12 principles of green chemistry. By providing educators with tools, training and a peer support networks, educators are equipped to train the next generation of scientists and citizens with the skills and knowledge to create and choose products that are safe for human health and the environment.

 

While our organization advocates for green chemistry education, we recognize that advocating for everyone to practice green chemistry, is not possible without consideration of the current discrimination and systemic barriers that affect members of the global chemistry community. Beyond Benign is fully committed to continuing and expanding our actions to support diversity, equity, belonging and respect in all that we do. We believe that making green chemistry accessible to all means practicing our work through a lens of diversity, equity, belonging, and respect (DEBR). This means respect and engagement for everyone in our organization, along with ensuring equity in areas such as compensation, benefits and career growth and opportunities. Diversity, equity and belonging together result in a better and stronger organization. Read our DEBR Statement and Commitments here.