Posted on August 28, 2012

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President and CEO

Planned Parenthood Columbia Willamette (PPCW) is the largest non-profit family planning and reproductive rights organization in Oregon and Southwest Washington.

Since 1963, PPCW has provided a broad range of sexual and reproductive health care including family planning and related health services; promoted healthy sexuality through training and educating youth and communities; and advocated for the protection of reproductive rights and freedom in Oregon and Southwest Washington.

Each year, more than 60,000 women, men and teens visit one of PPCW's ten health centers. We provide a wide range of services including low-cost birth control, emergency contraception, gynecological exams, breast cancer screenings, cervical cancer detection and treatment, sexually transmitted disease (STD) testing and treatment, abortion services, vasectomy, and pregnancy testing and options counseling.

Our highly trained and experienced educators provide comprehensive sexual health education programs to more than 15,000 youth in our communities each year. Our programs in schools, community groups, youth serving agencies, and communities of faith teach evidence-based programs that provide youth with tools to make informed and healthy life style choices

PPCW is also a visible and powerful advocate for reproductive rights and reproductive health issues wherever public policy is deliberated and formed. Planned Parenthood has a grassroots network of over 35,000 supporters. Through our efforts, Oregon is one of only six states with no restrictions on abortion and family planning services.

Portland, Oregon

Big city excitement and small town charm make Portland, Oregon, known as "the City of Roses", one of the favorite destinations in the West. Portland is situated approximately 70 miles from the Pacific in a magnificent setting between the sparkling waters of the Columbia and Willamette Rivers. Portland's historic old town, galleries and museums, Saturday Market, theatre companies, award winning restaurants and local breweries ensure everyone can find activities to keep entertained year round. Our lush green parks are perfect for a picnic or an afternoon stroll. Also, Portland is just a short distance from Willamette valley wineries, skiing at Timberline Lodge and all of the excitement and beauty of Oregon's spectacular ocean beaches. Learn more about Portland, at http://www.portlandalliance.com .

Position Overview

The Board of PPCW now seeks a dynamic, visionary President & CEO to lead our affiliate in its next chapter of growth, development, and impact on our communities.

The President & CEO of Planned Parenthood Columbia Willamette leads the affiliate and is responsible for the day-to-day management and operation of the organization. The President & CEO reports to the PPCW’s Board of Directors and is evaluated annually by the Board. The President & CEO is responsible for an annual budget of approximately $20 million, manages a paid staff of 218 and additional dedicated volunteers, and serves as the organization’s chief spokesperson and representative.

The President & CEO develops and implements programs and healthcare services in support of family planning and reproductive rights, providing clear vision and direction to guide programs. In this connection, the President & CEO formulates strategic advice and recommendations for the Board of Directors that facilitate the achievement of the affiliate’s goals and objectives.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate should be passionate about and committed to our mission. Qualified applicants are visionary, strategic leaders who demonstrate the highest levels of integrity and authenticity. We seek a leader who is inclusive, who treats people with respect, and who has an engaged and collaborative management style. We want an executive who is proactive and who focuses on results

Ideally candidates should have the following experience and qualifications:

• Proven leadership, strategic planning and financial planning and management experience in the private, not-for-profit or public sectors for an operation of a similar budget size;
• Defining, implementing, and rallying support for a strategic vision that advances an organization and its effectiveness in achieving its goals;
• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to family planning and reproductive rights issues that are at the core of the PPCW’s activities;
• Knowledge of the healthcare industry, its primary constituents and systems, and a willingness to explore new areas of practice and competence;
• Demonstrated outstanding written and oral communications skills, including excellent public speaking skills for both formal and extemporaneous presentations and the ability to represent the PPCW effectively and credibly before the legislature, the press, numerous interest groups and coalitions and the general public;
• Understanding of the legislative process and experience in working with state and local elected representatives;
• Demonstrated success and experience in raising money on behalf of non-profit organizations; enthusiasm for developing productive relationships with donors;
• Proven and successful track record in creating and implementing programs and experience creating partnerships and collaborations;
• Strong background in change management and revitalizing cultures;
• Experience in using technology to support business operations and knowledge of how to assess effective use of new and emerging technologies;
• Knowledge of how to build and strengthen effective business relationships with union representatives;
• A record of success working in partnership with a board, staff and volunteers of diverse personalities and talents;
• Bachelor’s degree required; graduate degree in related field preferred; and
• Willingness to live in the metro Portland area and to travel around our region as needed.

Ideally, the successful candidate will be the following:

• A person who is committed to advancing the PPCW’s values, mission, goals and programs, with an understanding of the range of critical reproductive rights issues and their implications;
• A person who is able to conceptualize, express ideas and anticipate and act on events which may create opportunities for PPCW;
• An entrepreneurial leader who is creative, strategic, resourceful and politically astute; someone who understands the value of creating partnerships with other organizations as a way of accomplishing PPCW’s goals;
• A team player who inspires collaboration and a sense of community, functions decisively and is flexible and well-organized and who respects the abilities of others;
• A leader who will build the strength of the management staff at all levels to ensure that PPCW is a resilient organization;
• A person with excellent interpersonal skills who operates at all times according to the highest ethical standards;
• A person who listens as well as gives advice, respects the abilities of others, supports innovation, enables staff to be successful and supports that success;
• An energetic person who can handle and prioritize multiple activities and responsibilities, a self-started and finisher, and
• A person who can lead and inspire others through multiple means, including a sense of humor, an intensity of commitment and purpose and the ability to place people and events in appropriate perspective.

Application Instructions

To apply for this position, please send your resume, cover letter, and salary requirements to Carolyn McCormick of Peak HR Consulting, LLC at Carolyn.McCormick@peakhrconsulting.com. We prefer applications to be submitted electronically. To learn more about us and this position, please visit our website at www.ppcw.org.

Planned Parenthood Columbia Willamette is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.