Program Planning & Operations Director
Stryker Corporation, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285
Overview
Unite America seeks a full‑time Program Planning and Operations Director. This is an opportunity to design and steward the planning, portfolio, and decision‑support systems that translate Unite America’s mission into disciplined execution in support of nonpartisan election reform and a more representative and functional government.
Responsibilities
Serve as a trusted thought partner to the Head of Program and Program Department Leads, translating strategic priorities into actionable plans, frameworks, and measurable outcomes.
Lead and coordinate annual and multi‑cycle planning processes and Rhythm of Business (RoB) for the Program Team, in collaboration with Strategy & Operations and the overall organizational RoB.
Drive process and system improvements for Program annual planning, the Program Pipeline Approval, the “How We Move Money” and other processes that enhance efficiency, clarity and collaboration across the Program Team and the organization.
Develop and manage the Program discretionary budget, ensuring Program Department Leads and the Head of Program have the budget and financial information to guide strategy and investment decisions.
Oversee operational systems related to budgeting and portfolio tracking, ensuring timely, accurate, and integrated management and smooth planning and reporting cycles.
Produce and maintain dashboards and performance metrics to inform decision‑making, track progress, guide resourcing, and support leadership reporting and engagement.
Identify operational, execution, and resourcing risks across the Program portfolio and partner with Strategy & Operations to surface mitigation options.
Serve as a liaison for select program‑related vendors or external partners, ensuring alignment with program goals, budgets, and compliance requirements.
Embody organizational values; cultivate a strong Program team culture; and ensure adherence to organizational norms, policies, and ways of working.
Synthesize programmatic inputs into clear, cohesive narratives and recommendations for leadership and the Board.
Lead collaboration between the Program function, Investor Relations function, and Strategy+Operations function (including Legal, Finance and HR) on planning, financial, operational issues and Investor Relations collateral (eg grants and reporting).
Represent the perspective of the Program team and direct reports within the organization, ensuring effective and transparent communication of strategic plans, decisions, and progress.
Ensure responsible stewardship of resources, effective budget management practices, and compliance with fiscal and legal policies.
Manage, coach, and mentor junior staff, setting clear expectations, aligning individual goals with team needs, providing regular feedback and supporting professional development.
Monitor team capacity and align resources with evolving priorities, proactively designing future team structure and staffing plans.
Qualifications >\
Strong alignment and commitment to Unite America’s mission, vision, culture, and values.
5+ years in business, nonprofit or philanthropic strategy, planning and management; MBA or equivalent work experience.
Deep knowledge of strategy development and implementation and the design of performance management systems.
Demonstrated proficiency in planning and financial matters, effectively conveying data and results to enable informed strategic and tactical decision‑making.
Experience developing, evaluating, managing, and monitoring organizational plans, budgets and financial reports.
Proven strength in structured problem solving, strategic business planning and the ability to quickly synthesize information.
Intellectual quickness, curiosity, discipline, resourcefulness and resilience.
Demonstrated ability to lead people and teams through influence rather than direct authority to optimally achieve clear, complex goals and objectives.
Experience collaborating effectively with senior decision makers and a diverse range of partners with different styles and cultures.
Exceptional conflict resolution skills, promoting a positive and productive team environment.
Familiarity with grantmaking and philanthropic strategy and processes is preferred, not required.
Entrepreneurial, self‑starter with strong critical thinking skills and proven ability to effectively manage details, recognize trends, analyze data and make strategic recommendations.
Strong relationship builder and networker, building rapport and establishing trust and respect quickly.
Track record of developing, managing and driving multi‑faceted projects and initiatives.
Solutions orientation with proven track record of identifying gaps and recommending improvements.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
About Us Unite America is a philanthropic venture fund that invests in nonpartisan election reform to foster a more representative and functional government capable of solving America’s most pressing challenges. Since 2019 we have mobilized $150+ million in cross‑partisan philanthropy to achieve dozens of policy victories across the country.
Benefits
Competitive Compensation ($110,000–135,000)
401(k) Plan (up to a 3% employer contribution match)
Health Care Plan (medical, dental, and vision)
Unlimited Paid Time Off (vacation, sick days, public holidays, and team‑wide wellness days)
Family Leave (maternity, paternity, and adoption)
Paid sabbatical after 4 years on staff
Training & Professional Development
Wellness Resources
Opportunity to join an inclusive, vibrant, and diverse team
Application Deadline The application deadline for this role is February 27th, 2026. Applications received after this date will still be reviewed, but priority will be given to candidates who meet the deadline.
Unite America strongly encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds and from across the political and ideological spectrum to apply. The position will be based at Unite America’s headquarters in Denver, CO, or remote. This position may be expected to travel 1–3 times per quarter for both Program efforts and broader organizational needs (team meetings, retreats, etc). If based in Denver, travel may be less. Unite America offers a stipend for new hires willing to relocate.
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Responsibilities
Serve as a trusted thought partner to the Head of Program and Program Department Leads, translating strategic priorities into actionable plans, frameworks, and measurable outcomes.
Lead and coordinate annual and multi‑cycle planning processes and Rhythm of Business (RoB) for the Program Team, in collaboration with Strategy & Operations and the overall organizational RoB.
Drive process and system improvements for Program annual planning, the Program Pipeline Approval, the “How We Move Money” and other processes that enhance efficiency, clarity and collaboration across the Program Team and the organization.
Develop and manage the Program discretionary budget, ensuring Program Department Leads and the Head of Program have the budget and financial information to guide strategy and investment decisions.
Oversee operational systems related to budgeting and portfolio tracking, ensuring timely, accurate, and integrated management and smooth planning and reporting cycles.
Produce and maintain dashboards and performance metrics to inform decision‑making, track progress, guide resourcing, and support leadership reporting and engagement.
Identify operational, execution, and resourcing risks across the Program portfolio and partner with Strategy & Operations to surface mitigation options.
Serve as a liaison for select program‑related vendors or external partners, ensuring alignment with program goals, budgets, and compliance requirements.
Embody organizational values; cultivate a strong Program team culture; and ensure adherence to organizational norms, policies, and ways of working.
Synthesize programmatic inputs into clear, cohesive narratives and recommendations for leadership and the Board.
Lead collaboration between the Program function, Investor Relations function, and Strategy+Operations function (including Legal, Finance and HR) on planning, financial, operational issues and Investor Relations collateral (eg grants and reporting).
Represent the perspective of the Program team and direct reports within the organization, ensuring effective and transparent communication of strategic plans, decisions, and progress.
Ensure responsible stewardship of resources, effective budget management practices, and compliance with fiscal and legal policies.
Manage, coach, and mentor junior staff, setting clear expectations, aligning individual goals with team needs, providing regular feedback and supporting professional development.
Monitor team capacity and align resources with evolving priorities, proactively designing future team structure and staffing plans.
Qualifications >\
Strong alignment and commitment to Unite America’s mission, vision, culture, and values.
5+ years in business, nonprofit or philanthropic strategy, planning and management; MBA or equivalent work experience.
Deep knowledge of strategy development and implementation and the design of performance management systems.
Demonstrated proficiency in planning and financial matters, effectively conveying data and results to enable informed strategic and tactical decision‑making.
Experience developing, evaluating, managing, and monitoring organizational plans, budgets and financial reports.
Proven strength in structured problem solving, strategic business planning and the ability to quickly synthesize information.
Intellectual quickness, curiosity, discipline, resourcefulness and resilience.
Demonstrated ability to lead people and teams through influence rather than direct authority to optimally achieve clear, complex goals and objectives.
Experience collaborating effectively with senior decision makers and a diverse range of partners with different styles and cultures.
Exceptional conflict resolution skills, promoting a positive and productive team environment.
Familiarity with grantmaking and philanthropic strategy and processes is preferred, not required.
Entrepreneurial, self‑starter with strong critical thinking skills and proven ability to effectively manage details, recognize trends, analyze data and make strategic recommendations.
Strong relationship builder and networker, building rapport and establishing trust and respect quickly.
Track record of developing, managing and driving multi‑faceted projects and initiatives.
Solutions orientation with proven track record of identifying gaps and recommending improvements.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
About Us Unite America is a philanthropic venture fund that invests in nonpartisan election reform to foster a more representative and functional government capable of solving America’s most pressing challenges. Since 2019 we have mobilized $150+ million in cross‑partisan philanthropy to achieve dozens of policy victories across the country.
Benefits
Competitive Compensation ($110,000–135,000)
401(k) Plan (up to a 3% employer contribution match)
Health Care Plan (medical, dental, and vision)
Unlimited Paid Time Off (vacation, sick days, public holidays, and team‑wide wellness days)
Family Leave (maternity, paternity, and adoption)
Paid sabbatical after 4 years on staff
Training & Professional Development
Wellness Resources
Opportunity to join an inclusive, vibrant, and diverse team
Application Deadline The application deadline for this role is February 27th, 2026. Applications received after this date will still be reviewed, but priority will be given to candidates who meet the deadline.
Unite America strongly encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds and from across the political and ideological spectrum to apply. The position will be based at Unite America’s headquarters in Denver, CO, or remote. This position may be expected to travel 1–3 times per quarter for both Program efforts and broader organizational needs (team meetings, retreats, etc). If based in Denver, travel may be less. Unite America offers a stipend for new hires willing to relocate.
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