Chief Programming & Operations Officer

Purple Unicorn•Palm Beach Gardens, FL

110d

About The Position

Purple Unicorn, on behalf of The Mandel JCC is seeking a Chief Programming & Operations Officer (CPOO) who is an exemplary leader, providing strategic vision and direction for the organization, while also managing all aspects of agency operations. The CPOO will partner with the President & CEO in leading the Mandel JCC of the Palm Beaches to reimagine agency-wide programming beyond the pandemic as the premier destination for Jewish life in Palm Beach, Florida. A forward thinking, energetic individual, the CPOO will promote a culture of innovation and inclusion and be a change agent to create ongoing excitement for the JCC and the community. This leader will balance operational rigor with programmatic vision, ensuring that programs are not only executed effectively, but also thoughtfully designed to meet the evolving needs of the community. The CPOO will collaborate closely with program leaders to drive innovation, accountability, and long-term impact across all sites. The ideal candidate brings deep operational leadership experience combined with the ability to think strategically about programs and community engagement. They are comfortable both running the day-to-day and partnering with program leaders to shape what comes next. Experience within Jewish communal organizations, JCCs, or similarly complex nonprofit environments is strongly preferred.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required with 8+ years of senior leadership experience in a JCC, Jewish communal organization, complex nonprofit, or comparable mission-driven environment; advanced degree preferred
Demonstrated success leading large, multidisciplinary teams and fostering a high-performance, accountable, and collaborative culture
Strong strategic leadership skills, with the ability to develop and execute short-and long-term organizational strategies aligned with mission and financial sustainability
Proven experience partnering with boards, committees, volunteers, and senior stakeholders, and strengthening governance relationships
Deep understanding of Jewish culture, traditions, and communal life, with experience engaging diverse Jewish audiences across the lifecycle
Experience overseeing high-quality, multi-generational programming, including preschool through senior adult offerings
Strong financial acumen, including the ability to interpret financial data, oversee budgets, and make fiscally responsible decisions
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain external partnerships with community, corporate, government, and nonprofit organizations
Dynamic, empathetic, and inspiring leadership presence, capable of serving as both an internal leader and external representative of the organization
Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility, with the ability to work effectively across backgrounds, ages, and perspectives
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey vision, priorities, and expectations

Responsibilities

Provide Exemplary Executive Leadership.
Demonstrate Skill in Operational Management
Present Strategic Vision and Leadership
Display Financial Acumen
Display Sound Staff Management Skills.
The CPOO is responsible for day-to-day management of the JCC and will establish short and long-range goals that are strategic, programmatic, fiscally responsible, and align with the JCC's mission. They will be decisive in action, adaptable and accountable. Their knowledge and management skills in agency oversight, marketing and communications, and programming, as well as visibility and skilled responsiveness to our community members is essential. The CPOO will work in tandem with the President & CEO carrying out the Mandel JCC’s vision, including key strategic post-pandemic opportunities which focus on the JCC's mission, actively engaging Jewish and secular community organizations, and existing collaborative programs and envision new ways to partner together. The CPOO must see the big picture and effectively manage current issues, while thinking about evolving business models to best serve the community in both the near and long-term.