Director, Strategic Programs

Planned Parenthood Federation of America

. Lead the program management and change management capability for People, Culture & Equity .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $135,000 - $143,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in program and change management, with a focus on translating strategic priorities into executable plans and developing scalable methodologies. Proven ability to lead complex, cross-functional initiatives while fostering collaboration and accountability across teams.

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Program ManagementChange ManagementStakeholder AssessmentRisk ManagementCross-Functional Leadership

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Hard Skills

Project PlanningGovernance PracticesDependency ManagementResource PlanningImplementation MeasurementChange Impact AnalysisAdoption PlanningProgram Success MeasuresComplex Initiative ManagementOrganizational Effectiveness

Soft Skills

Strong JudgmentProblem-SolvingFacilitation SkillsStakeholder ManagementCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Program Management ToolsGovernance StructuresReporting MechanismsTemplatesChange Management Strategies

Industry Keywords

People Culture EquityOrganizational ReadinessImplementation SequencingAccountability MechanismsPortfolio-Level Visibility

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the program management and change management capability for People, Culture & Equity
Translate strategic priorities into coordinated, executable plans
Establish scalable program management methodologies, governance practices, tools, templates, and standards
Translate the annual roadmap into integrated implementation plans with outcomes, milestones, ownership, dependencies, timelines, decision points, and success measures
Lead program management for complex, high-priority, cross-functional initiatives
Develop and manage project governance structures and accountability mechanisms
Lead change management, including stakeholder and impact assessment, organizational readiness, adoption planning, implementation sequencing, and reinforcement
Manage program risks, dependencies, resource constraints, and implementation barriers
Maintain portfolio-level visibility through reporting on progress, milestones, risks, dependencies, readiness, and required decisions
Develop implementation, adoption, and program success measures
Build program and change management capability across PCE
Partner with senior leadership and PCE functions to coordinate priorities and execution
Facilitate cross-functional project teams, governance forums, working groups, and stakeholder discussions
Integrate communications into change and implementation strategies
Communicate complex program information to leadership
Foster accountability and collaboration across project teams
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years of progressively responsible experience in program management, project management, change management, organizational effectiveness, business operations, or a related field
Experience leading complex, cross-functional initiatives
Expertise in program and project management methodologies, including project planning, governance, dependency management, risk management, resource planning, implementation, and measurement
Experience applying change management practices to complex organizational initiatives, including stakeholder assessment, change impact analysis, readiness, adoption, and reinforcement
Ability to translate strategic priorities into executable plans with defined outcomes, milestones, ownership, dependencies, timelines, and measures of success
Strong judgment and problem-solving skills
Ability to lead through influence and drive accountability across cross-functional teams without direct reporting authority
Strong facilitation and stakeholder-management skills
Ability to synthesize complex information and provide concise, decision-useful reporting
Experience developing scalable program management tools, processes, governance structures, and practices
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple complex initiatives simultaneously
High degree of discretion, adaptability, and sound judgment when handling sensitive information and high-visibility initiatives

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time, non-union employment
Equal employment opportunity and commitment to a non-discriminatory work environment
Diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation-oriented workplace culture
Workplace culture fostering belonging and learning throughout the employee lifecycle
Recognition of individual contributions to the mission