Vice President, Program and Strategy - New York, NY

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Job description

Staffing Boutique
is pleased to notify you of direct hire job opportunity as a Vice President
- Program & Strategy
.

If interested, please respond ASAP with your resume attached as a Word or PDF document.

Role:
Vice President - Program and Strategy

Organization Type:
Non-Profit Foundation

Work Location:
New York, NY

Schedule:
Monday - Friday with hybrid options

Salary:
$300,000 - $330,000 plus benefits

Requested Start Date:
Spring 2026

Work Hours:
9:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday - Friday

Position Overview:

The Vice President for Program and Strategy (VPPS) plays a critical role in shaping programs and policies that have national impact on millions of older adults and their family caregivers. The VPPS supports the President and is responsible for overall supervision of the Foundation's programmatic strategy and over $25 million in annual grantmaking, which is regularly reported to the Board of Trustees. The VPPS is responsible for the direct supervision of program staff, working in close partnership with the President and current and prospective grantees to develop and implement funded initiatives.

The VPPS also plays a role in generating additional support for the Foundation's grants and programs through public presentations and response to occasional media and other inquiries about Foundation programs. The VPPS represents the Foundation at events and meetings and advocates widely on behalf of its programmatic interests.

The VPPS may work in partnership with the President and VP of Communications in the development of communications activities that support the Foundation's grantmaking and programs.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Leads the ongoing development, implementation, and monitoring of the Foundation's programs; reviews program strategy and priorities and recommends changes to the President for Trustee consideration.
• Consults with external advisors and evaluators on significant policy, scientific, and programmatic issues; arranges and participates in meetings related to grant selection and program strategy; identifies and recommends advisors to the President and recommends advisor compensation.
• Reports on program-related matters to the President and Trustees and is accountable for progress against programmatic goals.
• Drafts, for the President's review and approval, recommendations to the Trustees regarding grants under the program strategy; presents recommendations at periodic Trustee meetings, sometimes in collaboration with grantees or external evaluators.
• Works with program officers to monitor and document the progress of grants; reviews, approves, and responds to annual progress and expenditure reports.
• Manages and participates in periodic site visits to assess grant progress and reports findings to the President and Trustees.
• Recommends, for the President's approval: grant payments; grant closures; appointment and compensation of expert consultants, as required by the program.
• Negotiates and approves substantive and budget-related grant modifications.
• Drafts, for President and Trustee review and approval, calls for proposals and program-related investment materials.
• Oversees the development, issuance, and distribution of invitations for new initiatives and Special Projects as may be assigned by the President.
• Supports the Grants Management process by which proposals are logged, acknowledged, reviewed, and evaluated by Foundation staff and the President, including review of proposed budgets.
• In collaboration with the Grants Manager, prepares grant award letters for Presidential approval and signature and drafts correspondence declining support.
• Assists the President in managing programs, including arranging and traveling to on-site visits and monitoring grants through virtual site visits;
• Responds to inquiries from the general public regarding the Foundation's programs.
• Assists the President in developing new initiatives through exploration of needs, trends, and program opportunities.
• Supervises 9 program staff members, ranging from senior to junior levels, and a senior program consultant.
• Conducts exploratory research and program development activities in areas of interest to the Foundation, as assigned by the President.
• Represents the Foundation in meetings, public presentations, and speaking engagements.
• Assists the President and Vice President of Communications in decisions related to press releases, the annual report, website content, and other communications concerning program activities.
• Assists in the preparation of program and related budgets.
• Collaborates with the Grants Manager and administrative staff in the day-to-day administration of the office.
• Maintains awareness of national and regional trends relevant to the Foundation's mission and interests.
• Supports staff professional development in consultation with the President.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or above; substantial (10+ years) experience, preferably in multiple sectors (e.g. health systems, foundation, academic, service, government) relevant to the Foundation's interests
• Clinical background strongly preferred; policy knowledge a plus
• Knowledge of health care and social services systems and other health-related foundation activities
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, initiative and leadership abilities
• Talent to drive strategic initiatives and cultivate high-impact partnerships to advance organizational goals and amplify program reach
• Ability to work as part of a diverse, cross-functional team
• Polished presentation skills, both oral and written

Benefits

• Team- oriented environment
• Comprehensive medical and dental plans
• Disability and life insurance
• 401(k) with company Match
• Generous vacation plan and holiday schedule