Vice President, Strategic Planning

ABOUT REDWOOD CREDIT UNION (RCU):At Redwood Credit Union, our mission is to passionately serve the best interests of our Members and communities. Since 1950, we have been dedicated to supporting the financial well-being of our Members through better rates, low or no fees, and best-in-class customer service. Our purpose is to inspire hope and elevate the financial well-being of our communities one person at a time, through good times and bad. As a not-for-profit financial institution, we are committed to a people-first approach, which is reflected not only in how we serve our Members, but also in how we treat our employees. Our leadership team is deeply focused on fostering a culture of heart and empathy, integrity, passion, inclusion, meaningful relationships, excellence, and ensuring financial well-being for all.   Why work for Redwood Credit Union?•         37th largest credit union in the U.S. and the largest financial institution based in the North Bay •         Awarded a 5-Star Rating based on 6/30/24 financial data by Bauer Financial•         Recognized by Newsweek as one of "America's Best Credit Unions 2024"•         Recognized by Forbes as one of “America’s Best Small Employers 2023" •         Voted Best Places to Work in the North Bay 19 years in a row•         World-class Employee Engagement scores•         Rated Superior in Service by more than 90% of Members, surveyed by SF Gate•         Industry leading Net Promoter Scores across the U.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Join us and discover why you'll love working at Redwood Credit Union! 
Redwood Credit Union is looking for a Vice President of Strategic Planning who will be responsible for driving the development, execution, and success of Redwood Credit Union’s strategic plan. This role demands a high level of analytical acumen, strategic foresight, and ability to navigate complex business landscapes. Reporting directly to the CFO, the VP of Strategic Planning will work closely with senior leadership to set priorities, optimize resources, and measure performance against key success indicators. This individual will lead a structured strategic planning process and be responsible for holding leaders accountable for execution and identifying and addressing barriers to progress.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Strategic Development & Execution• Lead the design, development, and execution of Redwood Credit Union’s three-year strategic plan, ensuring alignment with our Mission, Vision, Values, and Purpose.• Lead the design, development, and execution of the annual Bold Steps required across each of the three years to ensure that the Strategic Vision, Vision Elements, and Success Measures are sustainably achieved.• Establish a structured strategic planning process that incorporates input from key stakeholders, ensuring a comprehensive and actionable plan.• Facilitate leadership discussions to set strategic priorities, allocate resources, and address key organizational challenges.• Ensure that strategic initiatives are effectively communicated across the organization with clear accountability at every level.
Accountability & Performance Management• Drive a culture of accountability by setting clear expectations for leadership and ensuring strategic initiatives are actively managed and executed.• Utilize a governance framework to track progress on strategic initiatives, ensuring leaders are held accountable for achieving key milestones.• Oversee a reporting cadence to keep key stakeholders informed on the strategic progress.• Identify barriers to execution and work cross-functionally to remove obstacles, provide solutions, and keep initiatives on track.• Conduct recurring monthly reviews of the strategic plan’s progress, making data-driven recommendations for adjustments where needed.
Stakeholder Engagement & Communication• Serve as a key advisor on strategic priorities and organizational performance.• Foster a shared vision by aligning leaders across functions and ensuring they understand their role in delivering on the strategic plan.• Manage communication strategies to engage team members, ensuring they are informed and inspired by the company’s strategic direction.• Develop strategic planning capabilities across the organization by coaching leaders on best practices in execution.• Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and collaboration to ensure the success of the strategic plan.
Other Functions• Participate in community events, volunteer boards & professional associations.

Minimum Qualification: Knowledge, Skills and Abi