Chief Operating Officer

About Our Client

The organization operates within the biosecurity and pandemic prevention sector, addressing the critical challenge of mitigating catastrophic pandemics exacerbated by risks such as AI-enabled biotechnology misuse. Since its inception in 2024, the organization has contributed significantly to the field by raising nearly $40 million in philanthropic capital and funding over 70 grants, special projects, and incubated entities focused on safeguarding emerging biological technologies. With plans to deploy over $100 million by 2030, the organization is strategically positioned to enhance societal resilience against pandemic threats through targeted funding and partnership efforts.

About the Opportunity

The Chief Operating Officer will play a pivotal role in scaling the organization's operations to meet ambitious funding deployment goals by 2030. This leadership position is responsible for overseeing operational strategy, organizational health, and resource management to support the organization's mission. The role requires collaboration with executive leadership and program teams to ensure effective execution of strategic priorities and operational excellence at increasing scales.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic organizational management, identifying risks, bottlenections, and opportunities.
• Develop and implement operational strategies including finance, HR, compliance, and program operations.
• Support the formation of new biosecurity organizations.
• Collaborate with program leadership to align resource plans with strategic priorities.
• Represent the organization externally with legal counsel, partners, and stakeholders.
• Lead recruitment and talent retention efforts alongside executive leadership.
• Manage the operations function and supervise the Operations Lead.
• Oversee onboarding, offboarding, compensation frameworks, and employee development across jurisdictions.
• Manage financial health including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and cash flow.
• Ensure compliance with nonprofit regulations, coordinating with external legal and accounting advisors.

Requirements

• 8–12+ years of experience in operations and organizational leadership.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and make sound decisions in ambiguous, high-stakes environments.
• Strong people management and communication skills.
• Capacity to operate strategically and tactically in a fast-paced, mission-driven setting.
• Deep alignment with the mission of biosecurity and pandemic prevention.

Pay Range and Compensation Package

The pay range and compensation package for this role will be determined based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and other relevant factors.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin.