Chief Executive Officer, Planned Parenthood of the North Country New York

Chief Executive Officer, Planned Parenthood of the North Country New York, Inc. (PPNCNY)

Respect • Diversity • Freedom • Responsibility • Progress

OPPORTUNITY

Planned Parenthood of the North Country New York, Inc. (PPNCNY) provides the highest quality healthcare, education, and advocacy to ensure the right and ability of all individuals to manage their own sexual and reproductive health - no matter what. The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) role has significant responsibility and influence, both in terms of serving the local community and contributing to the national organization's priorities and strategies. The impact of PPNCNY’s patient services and programming for the individuals and communities of the North Country is direct, immediately evident, and often life changing. In addition to the oversight of PPNCNY’s business operations, patient services and programming, the engagement in advocacy and community organizing makes for an exciting, challenging, and multifaceted role.

ORGANIZATION

PPNCNY is a health services, education, and advocacy not-for-profit corporation 501(c)(3) and affiliate of Planned Parenthood Federation of America (PPFA). PPNCNY is a large, complex organization offering an array of comprehensive medical services, educational programming, and advocacy opportunities with seven health centers spanning six counties across the region. PPNCNY works with rural, predominately low socio-economic communities in Northern New York and provides essential patient services and care for underserved patients, LGBTQIA+ rights, gender-affirming care, and abortion services not available elsewhere. PPNCNY provides high-quality, affordable family planning and reproductive health care for nearly 12,000 people in the North Country each year. annually. A shared service model for finance and IT operations optimizes resources and organizational efficiency, and the affiliation with the national federation creates a platform for visibility, recognition, impact and support.

PPNCNY consistently ranks in the top 5% nationally for employee engagement within PPFA and, since 2021, in the top quartile of medical practices across the country in patient satisfaction (Source: Press Ganey). The working culture of the current, tenured team is relationship-centered, collaborative, and cohesive. Most staff are also community members and are aware of the unique challenges and needs through connections, personal relationships and shared lived/living experiences.

Located adjacent to the Adirondack Mountains, PPNCNY is home to world-class outdoor recreation and natural beauty, charming towns and villages, and a short drive to Ottawa, Canada, New York City, and New England, home to rich culture and history.  With holistic educational programming, passionate and dedicated people, and a commitment to DEI, PPNCNY is supported by a staff of 70, governed by a ten-member board, and financially healthy with approximately $8.5M in revenue. 

THE ROLE

The CEO of PPNCNY will lead the organization to provide the highest quality healthcare, education and advocacy to ensure the right and ability of all individuals to manage their own sexual and reproductive health. An ever-changing, dynamic and diverse societal landscape is the backdrop for all PPNCNY’s work and the CEO will work to secure a future in which all North Country residents have the sexual healthcare, information, and power they need to live the healthiest lives possible.

The CEO will ensure operational excellence and a smooth transition while gaining an understanding of institutional knowledge and becoming acquainted with key stakeholders. Immediate organizational priorities include:

Financial Sustainability

• Ensure ongoing access and development of revenue streams to support stability in staffing, patient care and community education. Leverage opportunities or mitigate impacts based on the outcome of anticipated policy and legislative changes.

Organization, People, and Culture

• Establish relationships and build trust with people at all levels of the organization to continue to build a culture of trust and unity. Attend to leadership and staff transition needs where necessary and appropriate.

Community, Partner, and Donor Relations

• Meet with existing donors and grantors, influential community members, partner organizations, and legislative allies. Engage with current staff and community stakeholders to help ensure a smooth leadership transition.

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO provides overall leadership, management, and planning of PPNCNY collaborating with staff and the Board to fulfill the mission of the organization. The CEO is the chief spokesperson for the affiliate, representing PPNCNY to donors, PPFA, local and government agencies, and the community at large.  Responsibilities of the role include:

• Organizational Management and Leadership
• Fund Development and Resource Management
• Staff Management and Development
• Strategic Planning and Implementation
• Relationship Building and Partnership Development

The CEO is responsible for holding the strategic vision and fulfilling PPNCNY’s mission, attending to business operations, steering and championing PPNCNY’s leadership team, representing PPNCNY’s interests with key stakeholders locally and nationally, and ensuring a healthy, generative work culture for staff at all levels of the organization.

The CEO will be committed to strengthening and deepening PPNCNY’s DEI strategy and initiatives. A willingness to think critically about and advocate for existing DEI initiatives, and a commitment to continuous learning and deepening PPNCNY’s DEI strategy is crucial.

PPNCNY understands that candidates rarely meet 100% of the qualifications. We strongly encourage candidates, both locally and from outside the region, in particular women and people from underrepresented backgrounds, to apply if they meet many of the qualifications.

Passion for Mission

• Demonstrated commitment to PPNCNY’s mission; a passionate advocate for reproductive and health equity and justice; understanding of rural communities to provide access to and expansion of services

Background and Education

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred. Experience in reproductive healthcare, nonprofit management, rural healthcare and/or healthcare administration or a related field.

Leadership and Management

• Minimum of five (5) years professional experience in a management position or as a member of a senior management team. Ability to build teams; leverages the strengths of the team, leads by example, translates strategic thinking/planning into action, visible and ‘hands on’ approach.

Communication

• Strong oral, written and digital communication skills; adaptable communication style, transparent and accountable, clear, articulate and persuasive; experience serving as the public spokesperson of an organization.

Nonprofit Management

• Experience managing/leading a matrixed nonprofit organization.
• An understanding of core business functions; organizational change and crisis management; managing large, complex teams; collaborative leadership; financial acumen and budget management, board development.

Fundraising and Resource Development

• Fund development experience required, especially with local, state, and federal public entities and foundations; grant writing; research and prospecting; fundraising strategy development; ability to fundraise and create a network.

Community Engagement and Development

• Experience building and developing relationships and partnerships with community stakeholders, government agencies, and donors

DEI Skills, Knowledge, Experience

• Experience advancing diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives; a commitment to advancing and promoting an organizational culture that embraces diversity.

In addition to the above qualifications, key attributes include

• Collective in approach; an active and inclusive listener; approachable & relatable
• Creative thinker with a growth mindset; inquisitive
• Proactive and responsive to change; calm under pressure, flexible & adaptable
• Human and relationship centered; compassionate
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks to meet deadlines with accuracy and attention to detail

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates can submit materials via the link at the top of this page.

This search is being conducted in partnership with TSNE. All submissions receive an acknowledgment and are confidential within the search committee and TSNE. Electronic submissions sent through the above link are preferred.

Candidates should include a resume or profile summary that displays their skills and experiences, as well as a cover letter describing their interest and how their qualifications and experience match the needs and mission of PPNCNY. Candidates are strongly encouraged to apply early; the position will remain open, and applications accepted, until the right candidate is identified. The PPNCNY Search Committee will review applications and candidates who are selected to move forward in the hiring process will be notified. Questions may be directed to TSNE Search Consultant, Jodi Dowling.

The Chief Executive Officer position is a full-time exempt position with a hybrid work-environment that may be based in the Watertown, NY or Plattsburgh, NY administrative office. A regional presence to Northern NY, and a willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, is required. The CEO will be available to visit health clinics, events and conferences with significant local and national travel. PPNCNY offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, and 401k retirement plan, as well as opportunities for professional development and continuing education. Salary is competitive with relevant experience, within the framework of the organization’s annual operating budget, and in the approximate range of $175,000-210,000.

Physical demands and working conditions:

1. Must have access to own transportation and have the ability to regularly travel across affiliates as well as to statewide and national meetings several times each year.
2. Must be able to work at a computer keyboard and use the telephone frequently.
3. Frequently sits, stands, walks, climbs stairs.
4. Twists, turns constantly.
5. Lift, carry 10 lb. or less frequently.

Planned Parenthood of the North Country New York is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply. Join us in our mission to empower individuals to take control of their reproductive health and lead healthy, fulfilling lives.