Director of the Executive Office and Board Affairs

Planned Parenthood of the Pacific Southwest is one of the largest providers of sexual and reproductive healthcare in Southern California, operating 20 health centers throughout our three-county region. Check out our new video, "We are Planned Parenthood of the Pacific Southwest” for more information about our organization: https://bit.ly/WeArePPPSW.
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We are seeking a dynamic Director of Executive Office & Board Affairs to provide high-level leadership and organizational support to our President & CEO, executive leadership, and Board of Directors. This role is central to ensuring that the Office of the President and both the PPPSW and PPAFSW Boards of Directors are operating at their highest potential.
As the trusted partner to our President/CEO and liaison to our Boards, this person will design and oversee the systems, structures, and initiatives that drive strategic alignment, strong governance, and effective leadership engagement. This position manages Board development, cultivation, and education, helping ensure our directors are well-prepared, high-functioning, and able to represent our mission with strength and clarity.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned leader who thrives in complex environments, values diplomacy and relationship-building, and is motivated by the chance to contribute directly to advancing reproductive health, rights, and justice.

In this role, you'll get to:

• Executive Support & Relationship Management
• Facilitate collaborative relationships between the CEO and key stakeholders, including Board members, Executive Team, staff, donors, and elected officials.
• Provide executive-level, multi-functional organizational support to the Office of the President/CEO, including calendar and inbox management, scheduling, and acting as a liaison as needed.
• Support crisis management efforts by developing policies, procedures, and strategies that protect and advance the Office of the President/CEO and Board Affairs.

Board Governance & Development
• Directly manage and support the planning and execution of Board recruitment, cultivation, mentorship, development, and education.
• Collaborate with Board leadership and the CEO to design Board work plans, progress reporting on strategic goals, and board development opportunities.
• Oversee compliance with Board reporting requirements, bylaws, policy standards, and PPFA accreditation.
• Supervise and provide support to the Board Relations Manager, including new member orientation and ongoing Board development.
• Stay current on governance best practices to ensure the Board remains high-functioning and effective.

Strategic Meetings & Communication
• Facilitate and support key meetings (Board, Executive Team, recurring CEO-led meetings) to ensure clear communication, problem-solving, and follow-through on priorities.
• Coordinate, develop, and support content for Executive Team meetings, ensuring alignment with the CEO and Board’s strategic priorities.
• Develop and collaborate on agency-wide communications in support of the President/CEO and Board Affairs.

Organizational Leadership & Culture
• Lead or support key initiatives, projects, and programs on behalf of the Office of the President/CEO and Board of Directors.
• Develop and improve administrative policies and procedures for the Office of Board Affairs.
• Build and maintain strong community relationships to identify best practices and opportunities.
• Foster an organizational culture that values diversity, equity, inclusion, and respectful collaboration across all levels of the agency.

What we're looking for:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience - Required


• 5+ years of demonstrated experience managing the operations and functions of the President/CEO, the affairs of a Board of Directors (BOD), and/or other executive level staff and/or teams - Required


• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion - Required


• Excellent written and verbal communication - Required


• Required Strong analytical thinking and problem solving skills - Required

We are the power of Planned Parenthood.
We are Planned Parenthood of the Pacific Southwest, one of the largest and most prominent affiliates of the most iconic health care organization in the world. We are recognized for the wide array of services we provide and the outstanding education we deliver.
We are a prominent and powerful team of health experts who work relentlessly to help our communities sustain their health and well-being. We adhere to the highest standards and protocols as we collaborate and care for people, without judgment.
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