Chief Programs Officer (CPO), Bihar

Role: Chief Programs Officer (CPO), Bihar Experience: 10-12 years Salary: Up to 12-15 LPA ________________________________________________ About the Role: The Chief Programs Officer (CPO) will design, strengthen, and oversee programs that meaningfully shift this reality. This role requires end-to-end program leadership — from strategy and design to execution oversight, monitoring, evaluation, and learning — ensuring high-quality implementation aligned with the organizations mission and long-term vision. Key Responsibilities 1. Strategic Prioritization & Program Stewardship Define clear program goals, outcomes, and success metrics in collaboration with Program Leads Align program strategy with the organizations vision and priorities Support medium- and long-term strategy development grounded in data and ecosystem best practices Ensure clarity of goals across teams and strengthen outcome ownership 2. Planning, Risk Management & Execution Develop annual, quarterly, and monthly execution plans with Program Leads Identify operational and strategic risks and design mitigation plans Provide hands-on support to ensure programs remain adaptive and high quality 3. Program Leadership & Talent Development Coach and mentor Program Leads Conduct structured performance reviews, goal setting, and development planning Strengthen delegation systems and reduce founder dependency Build strong leadership pipelines within program teams 4. Partnerships & Ecosystem Engagement Steward high-level partnerships with funders, government, and ecosystem stakeholders Strengthen program teams ability to manage external relationships independently Navigate complex stakeholder environments with credibility and alignment 5. Cross-Team Alignment & Systems Building Facilitate cross-program learning forums Institutionalize best practices into scalable systems and processes Strengthen alignment between Programs, Fundraising, MEL, Communications, and Operations 6. Program Innovation & Systems Thinking Apply systems-thinking to identify root causes and leverage points Design criteria for piloting, stabilizing, or scaling initiatives Ensure structured documentation and learning from pilots 7. Fundraising Enablement & Financial Stewardship Support realistic program budgeting and financial projections Strengthen fundraising narratives and proposal development Participate in donor discussions where strategy and impact articulation are key Align program planning with fundraising cycles and requirements 8. Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) Design and operationalize organization-wide MEL frameworks Enable teams to use data for course correction and reflection Promote a culture of continuous learning Qualifications & Experience: 10–12 years of experience in program design, management, and evaluation At least 3 years of experience working in rural contexts Strong strategic thinker with operational execution capability Experience in grassroots organizations, social enterprises, or startups Comfortable with ambiguity and ecosystem complexity Familiarity with MEL frameworks, fundraising processes, and digital project management tools Deep alignment with values of dignity, equity, curiosity, and service Master's degree in development studies, Management, Public Policy, or a related field is required. A Bachelor's degree may be considered if accompanied by strong and relevant program leadership experience. - Hiring Note : Applications will be reviewed on rolling basis. This job is first posted on Feb 26, 2026 on Ground Zero For any questions, ping us on WhatsApp chat: +91-8058331557