American Chemical Society · 3 months ago
Senior Vice President, Society Programs
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$300K/yr - $330K/yr
10+ years expThe American Chemical Society (ACS) is a not-for-profit scientific and educational organization and is the world’s largest scientific society. They are seeking a Senior Vice President, Society Programs to drive operational excellence and ensure alignment with strategic goals across key programmatic areas, including Education & Career Development and Science, Research & Sustainability.
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Responsibilities
Partners with the Chief Operating Officer (“COO”) and senior leadership to shape and implement long-term strategic initiatives that advance the organization's mission
Translates strategic objectives into actionable operational plans, supported by clear, outcome-driven performance metrics
Drives optimization across individual operating units while maintaining a holistic view of the Society Programs portfolio; ensure strategic alignment and cross-functional collaboration to meet the evolving needs of current and future members
Proactively identifies and secures funding opportunities, including grants and strategic investments, to support programmatic growth and innovation
Introduces innovative approaches to enhance existing processes, driving resource optimization and improved outcomes
Partners with the COO to assess the strategic relevance of programs, products, and services, while streamlining operations to eliminate redundancy and promote organizational efficiency
Leverages technology platforms to develop and execute a data-informed, customer-centric strategy that supports sustainable growth for the Society
Leads budgeting, financial planning, and resource allocation in partnership with Finance and departmental leadership to ensure fiscal responsibility and alignment with strategic priorities
Establishes and maintains robust systems and processes to support effective portfolio management, seamless event execution, and meaningful stakeholder engagement
Ensures compliance with legal, regulatory, and ethical standards while identifying and mitigating operational risks
Provides strategic leadership to a high-performing professional staff committed to delivering innovative, mission-aligned products and services
Sets a clear vision and measurable goals, while encouraging a collaborative and team-oriented culture that advances the mission of ACS
Cultivates an environment that promotes innovation, accountability, mutual respect, and cross-functional collaboration
Engages in regular skip-level meetings to encourage open dialogue, strengthen organizational cohesion, and gain insights from diverse perspectives across the Society
Serves as a passionate and dynamic spokesperson on behalf of the Society and develops strong relationships with members and external stakeholders to advance the mission of American Chemical Society
Provides visionary leadership to shape a fresh strategic approach to engage and invigorate ACS’s membership to influence effective global growth
Monitors and improve service delivery, responsiveness, and satisfaction
Qualification
Required
10+ years of progressive leadership experience in program and product management, preferably within a nonprofit mission-driven or STEM-focused organization
Demonstrated global mindset and cultural fluency with a proven ability to navigate complex, multicultural environments and engage members and stakeholders across diverse geographies
Skilled in leading cross-functional teams, building consensus, and aligning departments to achieve strategic, operational, and financial goals. Excels in prioritizing initiatives, driving execution, and ensuring accountability for results
Demonstrated business acumen and ability to drive organizational change and innovation. Track record of creatively solving complex challenges and delivering transformative outcomes
Technologically savvy and proactive in leveraging digital solutions to address business challenges and enhance performance
Exceptional communicator with strong active listening skills. Experienced in presenting to varied audiences, including senior executives, board members, volunteers, and external partners
Adept at risk management, simplifying complex issues, and navigating ambiguity with confidence and clarity
Committed to talent development and team excellence. Experienced in mentoring staff, leading high-performing teams, and fostering a culture of continuous growth and accountability
Bachelor's degree is required
Preferred
Advanced degree in business or other related program is desired
Benefits
Paid vacation leave
Paid sick leave
Paid holidays
Health insurance
Flexible spending account or health care savings account
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Vision insurance
Retirement benefits
Short- and long-term disability
4-week work from anywhere
Company
American Chemical Society
The American Chemical Society is a non-profit scientific society that supports scientific research and inquiry in the field of chemistry.
1001-5000 employees
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