Strategic Planning Consultant

The Affiliated Sante Group • Silver Spring, MD

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Strategic Planning and Organizational Development Consultant will lead a structured, participatory process encompassing organizational assessment, strategic planning, capacity building, implementation planning, and organizational development, resulting in a clear, actionable, and measurable strategic direction for Rock Creek Foundation. The ideal consultant brings demonstrated experience working with behavioral health and intellectual and developmental disability organizations and already understands the complexities of Medicaid-funded services, DDA and BHA systems, CARF accreditation, residential rehabilitation, workforce challenges, and community-based behavioral health. This prior sector knowledge is essential in allowing the consultant to focus on strategy and implementation. This engagement is funded through the Montgomery County Nonprofit Security Planning Grant and is intended to position Rock Creek Foundation for long-term organizational sustainability, resilience, and strategic growth in response to a changing behavioral health, developmental disability, and nonprofit funding landscape.

Requirements

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in nonprofit strategic planning and organizational development, with demonstrated experience working with behavioral health and/or intellectual and developmental disability service organizations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required
• Must be able to work independently and collaboratively with diverse stakeholder groups at all levels of the organization
• Must demonstrate strong facilitation, written communication, and presentation skills
• Must have high ethical and professional standards and maintain confidentiality throughout the engagement
• Must have a strong desire to deliver a strategic plan that the organisation actually implements, not just produces
• Must be able to meet project timelines as agreed with organizational leadership
• Travel to RCF locations may be required
• Must have access to a vehicle for business purposes and possess a valid driver's license with no more than three (3) points, and proof of current automobile insurance

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Organizational Development, Nonprofit Management, Public Administration, Social Work, or a related field preferred
• Preferred experience working with CARF-accredited providers, Medicaid-funded nonprofit organizations, behavioral health providers, intellectual and developmental disability organizations, supportive housing or housing services, and government-funded human service organizations
• Experience with data visualization, project management, and facilitation tools preferred
• Relevant certifications in organizational development, facilitation, or strategic planning are a plus

Responsibilities

• Review organizational documents and background materials provided by RCF leadership, covering programs, organizational structure, workforce, external environment, and current organizational landscape
• Conduct interviews and facilitate focus groups with leadership, staff, board members, and key stakeholders
• Facilitate strategic planning sessions and help build consensus around organizational mission, vision, values, priorities, and goals
• Develop organizational priorities, goals, and objectives informed by RCF's current strengths, challenges, emerging opportunities, and risks
• Conduct an organizational assessment of structure, leadership capacity, internal systems, and operations, and recommend organizational development and capacity-building priorities to support execution of the plan
• Create an implementation roadmap with timelines, responsible parties, and measurable performance indicators
• Develop a performance measurement framework including key performance indicators and evaluation methods for monitoring implementation
• Build accountability structures such as action plans and responsibility matrices to ensure the plan drives action
• Address key planning questions across organizational sustainability, financial sustainability, programs and services, housing, workforce, technology and innovation, community partnerships, organizational infrastructure, and implementation
• Prepare the final strategic plan document and present recommendations to leadership and the Board of Directors

Benefits

• Make a Difference: Experience the joy of knowing that your work directly improves the lives of others.
• Rewarding Work: Be part of a supportive team environment where your contributions are valued and recognized.
• Personal Growth: Receive ongoing training and professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible scheduling options that allow you to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Passionate Community: Join a passionate community of like-minded individuals who are dedicated to making a positive impact in the world.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior