Summary

BoardSource partners with the nonprofit community to advance governance that honors and centers the dignity of all, so that organizations can lead with clarity and fulfill their purpose. BoardSource works alongside nonprofit leaders to enhance governance practices in the social sector in line with our own Theory of Practice to center community.

Purpose-Driven Board Leadership is BoardSource’s primary framework for good governance. Boards that execute their roles and responsibilities through a purpose-driven lens build stronger governance infrastructure and practices that sustain the organization over time, improve outcomes for those most impacted by the organization’s work, and help the sector as a whole fulfil its role in civil society. BoardSource advances the principles of Purpose-Driven Board Leadership across its core programs and field-facing work, including membership, assessments, learning journeys, thought leadership, consultant engagement, and strategic partnerships.

BoardSource now seeks nominations and applications for our next Chief Program & Strategy Officer (CPSO). As a member of the senior leadership team, the CPSO will be an experienced leader, strategist, and manager who can lead the implementation of our three-year strategic plan across all program areas, further institutionalize our Theory of Practice, and help shape the long-term future of the organization. Governance expertise is essential to success in this role. The CPSO must possess a deep understanding of effective nonprofit governance and demonstrate a strong commitment to Purpose-Driven Board Leadership as BoardSource's foundational governance framework. This individual will serve as a trusted governance expert both internally and externally, helping to translate governance principles into practical guidance, thought leadership, educational offerings, and organizational strategy. The salary range for this position is between $170,000 - $210,000.

To Apply

More information about BoardSource may be found at: boardsource.org

This search is being led by Rachel Burgoyne and Andres Marcuse-Gonzalez of NPAG. Candidates may submit their cover letter, outlining their interest and including responses to the below questions, along with their resume via NPAG’s candidate portal.

In your cover letter, please share your responses to the following questions. While you can use AI to help with editing, please draw from your own experiences in your answers.

Questions:

1. Please share a direct experience you have either working with or serving on a board and outline how that experience has shaped your thinking on the role that boards can play in advancing an organization’s purpose.

2. Please describe your nonprofit governance expertise, and share an example of how you have advised, educated, or worked with boards to strengthen governance and advance organizational purpose.

3. Please describe your management experience, including the size and scope of teams you have led. Share a specific example of how you aligned your team's work with organizational strategic priorities, ensured focus on the most important objectives, and held team members accountable for delivering results. What was your approach, and what outcomes were achieved?

BoardSource is an equal opportunity employer and proudly values diversity.

Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.