Planned Parenthood Federation of America · 2 days ago
Director, Technology Portfolio and Project Management
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$160K/yr - $165K/yr
8+ years expPlanned Parenthood Federation of America is the nation’s leading provider of sexual and reproductive health care. They are seeking a Director to lead the Technology Portfolio and Project Management Office, ensuring disciplined delivery across IT and Information Security portfolios while fostering collaboration and accountability.
AssociationHealth CareNon Profit
Responsibilities
Leads the strategic execution, governance, and continuous improvement to ensure portfolio performance, delivery discipline, and business value realization across TSS
Matures portfolio management capabilities and standardizes project management practices across TSS by establishing governance frameworks, fostering results-oriented culture, and measuring performance metrics
Creates and maintains a TSS Portfolio Dashboard and KPI report to track performance against strategic priorities and milestones
Oversees and mentors the project managers; holds self and the team accountable, fosters a culture of ownership, professional growth, and delivery excellence, ensures all PM resources are effectively utilized
Leads and manages high-impact projects/programs including change management and communications that aligns with evolving organizational goals, and provides hands-on program and project management as needed
Develops and maintains the PPMO library, tools, templates, and processes through proactively identifying opportunities independently and quickly pivoting to support top priority initiatives as needed
Partners closely with the dedicated Scrum Master and Technology Business Partners to ensure alignment between agile delivery, Scrum team outputs, PPMO governance, and strategic portfolio goals for iterative delivery of value at scale
Translates TSS priorities into actionable delivery plans and navigates changing demands by adjusting scope, sequencing, and capacity to ensure timely execution
Balances creativity with practicality; adapts best practices to fit organizational context and maturity instead of applying rigid methodologies
Anticipates needs and challenges, simplifies processes, removes barriers, and translates ideas into tangible outcomes
Champions continuous improvement and innovation of PPMO contributes directly to efficiency, value, and impact
Navigates ambiguity and competing priorities with clarity, builds trust, and focuses on delivering outcomes aligned with enterprise strategy and the senior leadership direction
Fosters a culture that values simplicity and execution over over-engineering
Serves as a trusted advisor to the TSS leadership team — able to influence decision-making through insight, foresight, and disciplined follow-through
Performs other duties as assigned
The Director, Technology Portfolio & Project Management plays a vital role in defining and executing the long-term vision of the TSS PPMO
Builds credibility as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and forges strong partnerships with Technology Business Partners, Enterprise Applications, Enterprise Architecture, and other cross-functional leaders to ensure alignment, insight-driven decisions, and seamless delivery
Builds and motivates a results-driven PMO team with clear expectations, consistent performance management, and professional development pathways
Leads the TSS operational portfolio review process in collaboration with the TSS Leadership Team, ensuring portfolio discussions are strategic, decision-focused, and aligned to transformation priorities
Defines, tracks, and reports KPIs that demonstrate portfolio value realization; synthesizes complex project performance into clear, actionable insights and executive presentations that drive transparency and decision-making
Resolves conflicts independently and constructively, optimizing team collaboration and individual contribution toward shared results
Models mature, accountable leadership by embracing feedback, addressing issues directly, and driving corrective action without defensiveness or resistance
Qualification
Required
8+ years of experience in technology portfolio, program, and project management, with demonstrated success delivering complex, cross-functional initiatives required
Bachelor's degree required
Proven track record in standing up or maturing a technology PPMO, creating clarity from ambiguity, establishing measurable value frameworks, and elevating team capability through coaching and structured development
A proactive, creative, and execution-minded leader who drives transformation through ownership, innovation, and results. Demonstrated ability to initiate change, simplify complexity, and translate ideas into measurable outcomes
Deep understanding of modern technology delivery, including agile and waterfall methodologies, with the ability to adapt and tailor best practices to the organization's maturity and evolving needs
Recognized as a technology thought leader with a clear-eyed understanding of software development, system design, and infrastructure delivery processes
Strong analytical mindset and advanced problem-solving ability to anticipate challenges, manage risks, and resolve issues independently and decisively
Exceptional collaborator who can coordinate multiple work streams, influence diverse stakeholders, and drive alignment across business and technology functions
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills; able to distill complex information into concise, business-focused insights that influence decision-making at all levels
Highly self-motivated, accountable, and detail-oriented leader who thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments and demonstrates composure under pressure
Demonstrated ability to lead in a diverse and multicultural environment, with sensitivity to different perspectives and a commitment to PPFA's DEI values
A compelling communicator who can articulate strategy, connect execution to value realization, and ensure every project directly contributes to organizational outcomes
Preferred
Master's degree (MBA or equivalent) or relevant professional certifications highly preferred
4+ years leading and developing teams of technical and non-technical project managers highly preferred
Company
Planned Parenthood Federation of America
Planned Parenthood is a trusted health care provider, an informed educator, a passionate advocate, and a global partner.
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2024 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.03MKey Investors
Bishop Parker FoundationMontgomery County GovernmentThe Conrad Prebys Foundation
2025-01-09Grant· $0.03M
2024-05-06Grant· $0.07M
2023-06-26Grant· $0.5M
Leadership Team
Alexis McGill Johnson
President & CEO
Recent News
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