Chief Program Officer

Remote (USA)

ABOUT TEAM4TECH

Team4Tech (www.team4tech.org) envisions a world where all learners have equitable access to quality education for better employment and economic opportunities. We are a global impact accelerator supporting education-focused NGOs to leverage technology-supported, evidence-based pedagogical practices to help learners build the skills they need for quality employment. Our accelerator programming, co-designed with community-based and education-focused NGOs operating in low-resource environments, includes:

• Access to facilitated regional hubs (in Africa, South Asia, Latin America & the Caribbean, and the USA & Canada) for localized collaboration;
• Access to a robust, global online Community of Practice to engage with free education and technology tools, workshops, certification courses, learning cohorts, and other resources;
• Access to educational resource partners and skilled volunteers who deliver pro bono capacity-building projects; and
• Access to funding, amplification, and coaching to further promote NGO sustainability.

Our work is scaling through 2027, from our initial model of building capacity for 50 NGOs annually, to our current reach supporting more than 1,000 NGOs who in turn serve over 40 million learners in under-resourced contexts worldwide. Our experienced global team includes 23 dedicated experts in the fields of education, social impact, and international development, who are all passionate about advancing educational equity.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Team4Tech is seeking an experienced and visionary Chief Program Officer (CPO) to lead and oversee all aspects of our program strategy, delivery, and monitoring and evaluation. The CPO will play a pivotal role in refining and executing the organization's programmatic vision, ensuring that all projects and initiatives meet the needs of our nonprofit partners, are aligned with our mission, and maximize our impact. This position requires a strategic, data and evidence minded, solutions-oriented leader with a deep background in both education and technology, as well as a proven track record in nonprofit program management.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

The Chief Program Officer (CPO) is a critical leadership role responsible for articulating, implementing and managing Team4Tech's program strategy to maximize impact aligned with our mission and vision as described in our theory of change. As part of the executive team, the CPO will report to the Executive Director and will play a pivotal role in shaping the organization's strategic direction, positioning Team4Tech for our next chapter of growth.

Responsibilities include:

• Program Design and Implementation :
  • Lead the development, execution, and continuous refinement of Team4Tech's impact acceleration program strategy, including content creation, localization and delivery through regional hubs, and monitoring and evaluation.
  • Work closely with the Executive Director, senior leadership team, and Board of Directors to define the organization's programmatic goals and objectives.
  • Ensure that all programs align with Team4Tech's mission, vision, and values, and that they effectively address the needs of nonprofit partners according to evaluation data.
  • Maintain a strong understanding of emerging trends in education technology, education for employability pedagogical practices, and nonprofit capacity building.
• Team Leadership & Development: * Build, lead, and mentor the program team (currently composed of eight education experts across the US, Kenya, India and Brazil), ensuring they have the necessary resources, guidance, and support to succeed. * Model engagement with our NGO partners in the form of long-term, trusted partnerships. * Foster a collaborative and inclusive culture within the team, encouraging innovation, continuous learning, and professional development. * Ensure clear communication and collaboration across departments, especially with Partnerships, Operations, and Development teams.
• Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement: * Cultivate strong relationships with key external stakeholders, including nonprofit partners, education partners, corporate partners, volunteers, and funders. * Raise external awareness of Team4Tech's programs by representing the organization at conferences, publishing articles and blogs, and participating in other thought leadership initiatives. * Collaborate with the Development Team to ensure program alignment with donor priorities and develop new opportunities for funding.
• Monitoring and Evaluation : * Oversee the ongoing development and implementation of monitoring and evaluation systems to track the effectiveness and impact of Team4Tech's programs. * Ensure continuous learning and adaptation within programs based on data, feedback, and evaluation results. * Align evaluation activities with implementation planning to achieve projected outcomes. * Provide regular reports and updates to the Executive Director, Board of Directors, and funders (in collaboration with Chief Development Officer) on program progress and outcomes. * Ensure evaluation data can support the design of our next strategic plan.
• Budget & Resource Management:
  • Build and manage the human resources of the program team, ensuring the right mix of skills and abilities to achieve programmatic goals.
  • Facilitate annual OKRs that are aligned with long-term vision and planning.
  • Manage the program budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and adherence to financial goals.
  • Work with the operations and finance teams to optimize resource utilization and efficiency.

WHO YOU ARE

A passionate advocate for Team4Tech's mission and values. You share Team4Tech's vision and passion to expand access to quality education and economic opportunity by leveraging technology and evidence-based pedagogical practices. You thrive in an organization that believes in empowering everyone as a learner and everyone as a teacher. You are a solutions-oriented, agile thinker, who builds trust with partners by meeting or exceeding your commitments.

A thoughtful relationship builder who develops rapport easily and fosters long-term connections. You are an ambitious go-getter, able to accomplish tasks in a complex organization with multiple decision-makers. You are able to build lasting relationships both internally and externally that enable long-term trusted partnership in pursuit of Team4Tech's mission and goals.

A well-organized and resourceful team player. You are efficient, organized, strategic, and solutions-oriented in making decisions that optimize programmatic impact with available resources. You are able to effectively prioritize the activities needed to ensure programmatic success, and you are proactive in recommending adjustments as challenges arise. You are goal-oriented and focused on meeting quarterly targets. You are eager to collaborate with members of the Program Team and incorporate their feedback and ideas into your proposals.

A compelling storyteller and communicator. You are a respected thought leader in the global EdTech sector, and a compelling, credible communicator who is able to energize stakeholders around the Team4Tech vision.

Qualifications :

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in program management, including leadership roles in global nonprofit or social impact organizations.
• Strong background and experience in education technology, nonprofit capacity building, and digital inclusion.
• Proven ability to design, lead and measure complex, large-scale programs and projects
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and inspire diverse stakeholders across global contexts and cultures.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
• Demonstrated commitment to the mission of Team4Tech and a passion for using technology to improve education outcomes for underserved communities.
• Experience with corporate partnerships and volunteer management.
• Proficiency with project management tools including Google Suite, Salesforce, Airtable, Asana, and Zoom.
• Bachelor's degree (advanced degree preferred) in Education, Educational Technology, Public Policy, or a related field to provide expert thought leadership
• Permission to work in the United States.

LOCATION AND TRAVEL

Team4Tech is a remote-first workplace. All roles are remote full-time, with the expectation that the employee is willing and able to travel periodically to meet partners and attend conferences and internal meetings. This role assumes 20 – 30% national and international travel.

COMPENSATION

Salary is commensurate with experience and geographic location in the United States, ranging from $130,000-$160,000. Benefits include health insurance stipend, unlimited leave, and voluntary 401k contributions.