Chief People and Culture Officer

The Chief People and Culture Officer (CPCO) leads the overall direction of people practices, services and processes including talent acquisition; talent development and succession/impact planning; total rewards/benefits and compensation; people strategy design and implementation across Make-A-Wish America. This position will design, guide, and implement people initiatives across the extended network of national Chapters in partnership with chapter leadership and chapter/mission advancement. This position is also responsible for the development of strategies and practices to promote the organization’s culture across the National Office and Chapters to shape the organization culture and advance our mission of granting wishes to critically ill children. This position drives a comprehensive set of strategies to attract, retain and motivate top talent throughout the organization; integrate new technologies that advance the mission; and promote and continue to enhance a strong culture of collaboration, cooperation, belonging and community. The incumbent will be a National Office staff liaison to the National Board of Directors’ Governance, Compensation and Nominating Committee, providing guidance and support. This leader must demonstrate a passionate commitment to the organization's mission, purpose, and brand, serving as a mentor to management and staff. This includes a hands-on approach to achieving goals and objectives that strengthen the ability to carry out our purpose across the extended enterprise.