City of Philadelphia · 1 week ago
Vice President, Strategy
Philadelphia, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$160K/yr - $180K/yr
10+ years expThe City of Philadelphia is seeking an experienced and strategic Vice President, Strategy to lead the newly formed Strategy division at the Philadelphia International Airport. This role involves driving strategic planning, fostering stakeholder relationships, and enhancing non-aeronautical revenue growth while promoting a culture of innovation and agility.
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Responsibilities
Provide strategic direction and oversight to direct reports, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives
Lead strategic planning processes, establish clear objectives, define performance metrics, and leverage analytics to guide decision-making
Continue to build and refine an in-house agency model designed to optimize resources, enhance creativity, and deliver exceptional work
Develop and maintain strong cross-functional relationships with senior leadership across Operations, Finance, HR, Capital Development, and IT
Foster effective partnerships with external agencies and stakeholders, including airlines, TSA, and CBP
Drive initiatives focused on increasing non-aeronautical revenue and enhancing internal client satisfaction
Implement and monitor performance metrics to track progress, identify opportunities for improvement, and ensure strategic alignment
Promote a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and agility within the Strategy division
Oversee the execution of strategic activations, particularly focused on high-profile events planned for 2026
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field
Minimum 10+ years of strategic leadership experience, ideally within an in-house agency or strategic planning environment
Proven experience managing and developing large teams with a coaching and collaborative approach
Demonstrated success in revenue growth initiatives, stakeholder relationship management, and data-driven decision-making
Experience driving organizational change and implementing innovative processes and structures
Must pass and maintain SIDA (Security Identification Display Area) at the time of appointment and during tenure of employment
The successful candidate must be a city of Philadelphia resident within six months of hire
Preferred
Master's degree
Benefits
Transportation: City employees get unlimited FREE public transportation all year long through SEPTA’s Key Advantage program. Employees can ride on SEPTA buses, subways, trolleys, and regional rail for their daily commute and more.
Parental Benefits: The City offers its employees 8 weeks of paid parental leave.
We offer Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan
Employees receive paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Generous retirement savings options are available
Pay off your student loans faster - As a qualifying employer, City of Philadelphia employees are eligible to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Join the ranks of hundreds of employees who have already benefited from this program and achieved student loan forgiveness.
Unlock Tuition Discounts and Scholarships - The City of Philadelphia has forged partnerships with over a dozen esteemed colleges and universities in the area, ensuring that our employees have access to a wide range of tuition discounts and scholarships. Experience savings of 10% to 40% on your educational expenses, extending not only to City employees but in some cases, spouse and dependents too!
Company
City of Philadelphia
Philadelphia is the largest city in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the fifth-most-populous city in the United States.
10001+ employees
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Alba Collazo-Irwin
Chief Deputy
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