Chief Operating Officer – Non Profit (5910)

NextPath Workforce Solutions; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 175,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

NextPath Workforce Solutions is seeking a Chief Operating Officer – Non Profit to join our client’s team in Orlando, FL. This onsite, direct-hire role drives organizational performance, operating cadence, and cross-functional alignment.

You will translate strategy into annual plans, develop dashboards and KPIs, oversee HR, facilities, IT, and vendor contracts, and collaborate with the CEO to enhance execution and governance.

Qualifications

• 15+ years leadership in nonprofit or mission-driven sectors.
• 5+ years in senior executive roles leading multi-functional teams.
• Proven ability translating strategy into operating plans with KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Translate strategy into annual plans, milestones, and measurable outcomes.
• Establish and manage operating cadences (weekly, monthly, quarterly).
• Oversee HR operations including recruiting, onboarding, benefits, policies, and performance management.
• Lead enterprise-wide operational systems, workflows, and process improvements.
• Spearhead major projects such as office relocation and facilities management.
• Develop dashboards, KPIs, and reporting tools for leadership and Board.
• Partner with executive leadership to align departmental goals and cross-functional initiatives.
• Support organizational technology adoption, system integrations, and data governance.
• Collaborate with the CEO and senior team to improve internal execution capacity.
• Manage vendor and contract administration outside of financial controls.
• Ensure compliance, risk management, and operational excellence across departments.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Dashboards & KPIs

HR & culture

Budgeting & forecasting

Vendor management

Job description

NextPath Workforce Solutions is currently seeking a Chief Operating Officer – Non Profit to join our client’s team in Orlando, FL. This is an Onsite, Direct Hire position. SALARY: $175,000 – $225,000 (depending on experience). Unfortunately, at this time our client is unable to sponsor or transfer visas. Only candidates authorized to work in the US without sponsorship should apply.

Requirements

• 15+ years of progressive leadership in nonprofit, civic, cultural, philanthropic, education, public-sector, or mission-driven organizations
• 5+ years in senior executive or management roles leading multi-functional teams and complex operations
• Proven experience translating strategy into operating plans, dashboards, KPIs, and measurable results
• Demonstrated success building or enhancing HR, performance management, employee relations, onboarding, compliance, and culture systems
• Strong financial acumen with experience partnering on budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation, without ownership of financial functions

Responsibilities

• Translate organizational strategy into annual plans, milestones, and measurable outcomes
• Establish and manage organization-wide operating cadences (weekly, monthly, quarterly)
• Oversee HR operations including recruiting, onboarding, benefits, policies, and performance management
• Lead enterprise-wide operational systems, workflows, and process improvements
• Spearhead major projects such as office relocation and facilities management
• Develop dashboards, KPIs, and reporting tools for leadership and Board
• Partner with executive leadership to align departmental goals and cross-functional initiatives
• Support organizational technology adoption, system integrations, and data governance
• Collaborate with the CEO and senior team to improve internal execution capacity and organizational effectiveness
• Manage vendor and contract administration outside of financial controls
• Ensure compliance, risk management, and operational excellence across departments

About NextPath

NextPath is a strategic talent partner connecting skilled professionals with organizations driving innovation and growth. Our recruiting team brings over 80 years of combined experience in workforce solutions, offering flexible engagement models including contract, project-based, contract-to-hire, and direct hire roles.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.