Chief Strategy Officer

About the Role

Under direct supervision of the Chief Executive Officer, this position leads the Health Center’s organizational strategy efforts, including development of the strategic plan and strategic alliances, and provides organizational direction for key strategic initiatives. This role also oversees all fund development, advocacy, public relations, and communication strategy and activities.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership
  • Develop and refine the organization’s overall strategy in collaboration with the CEO, Board of Directors, and system leadership team.
  • Lead the strategic planning process, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and regional and community-specific needs.
  • Provide direction for key strategic initiatives, guiding teams to execute and deliver results and develop performance measures.
  • Regularly assess the organization’s strategic positioning and recommend adjustments to meet community needs as they evolve.
  • Attend monthly meetings of the Board of Directors and lead discussions related to strategy, development, communications, grants, and government affairs.
• Strategic Alliances
  • Develop and lead the organization’s alliance strategy, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and long-term goals.
  • Identify potential partners, negotiate partnership terms, and establish mutually beneficial relationships.
  • Provide direction for organizational advocacy efforts and cultivate policy-related relationships.
  • Cultivate strong relationships with key stakeholders and develop and nurture strategic partnerships that align with the organization’s strategic goals.
• Fund Development
  • Direct fund development activities and initiatives, developing goals and strategies.
  • Partner with the CFO in overseeing grants processes and HRSA-related reporting responsibilities and activities.
  • Maintain strong, transparent relationships with fund development partners.
• Marketing and Communications
  • Lead the organization’s messaging, public relations strategies, and thought leadership to strengthen visibility and community value.
  • Regularly serve as one of the main media spokespersons for the organization.
• Financial Management
  • Develop and/or participate in the annual budgeting process.
  • Review monthly financial reports for respective departments.
  • Notify Finance of misclassified expenses based on review of financial reports.
  • Approve purchase orders and check requests.
  • Complete monthly credit card reconciliation if appropriate.
  • Maintain expenditures within budget.
• People Management
  • Manage performance of the team, conduct monthly meetups, and provide real-time and consistent coaching with all direct reports.
  • Ensure accountability of the team, including adherence to policies, procedures, guidelines, and workflows.
  • Address attendance, performance, and behavior concerns, including corrective action if necessary.
  • Consult with Human Resources to support employee relations, performance achievement, training, and employee engagement.
  • Hold consistent and timely team meetings to communicate organizational, site, and/or department information, changes, and initiatives.
  • Obtain leadership approval and manage all recruitment and hiring for the team.
  • Effectively monitor onboarding of new hires and ensure ongoing training and development for all staff.
  • Manage time off requests and approve timecards for direct reports or as delegated.
  • Monitor to ensure staff takes required breaks and lunches.

Requirements

• Work Experience
  • A minimum of seven years of experience in a nonprofit healthcare-related setting.
  • Three years of experience with strategic planning, community needs assessment, fundraising, grant writing, and reporting requirements.
  • Five years of people management experience.
• Education, Certification, and Licensure
  • Bachelor’s degree required; master’s preferred; or equivalent education, training, and experience.
  • Valid Oregon License required.
• Skills & Knowledge
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Effective time and project management and organizational skills.
  • Proficiency using computer systems and related software, as well as various accounting software applications.
  • Ability to work within a team setting.
  • Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.

About Us

Mosaic Community Health prides itself on being an innovative health system that pioneers unique and creative ways to provide and improve patient access to healthcare. Since our founding in 2002, we have proudly served insured and uninsured patients regardless of age, ethnicity, or income. We focus on a holistic approach to patient care by incorporating behavioral health, pharmacy, and nutrition support to serve patients in the most meaningful way.

At Mosaic Community Health, you will work with incredibly dedicated and mission-centered peers and be part of a dynamic team-based environment. Mosaic Community Health offers more than just a job—it is a lifestyle. A lifestyle of serving others, being an integral part of your community, and enjoying work/life balance. Central Oregon offers over 300 days of sunshine a year, so enjoy a PTO day on the mountain, biking/hiking trails, or the river!

Benefits

Mosaic Community Health offers a great benefit package.