Director, Technology Portfolio and Project Management

Planned Parenthood is the nation’s leading provider and advocate of high-quality, affordable sexual and reproductive health care for all people, as well as the nation’s largest provider of sex education. Planned Parenthood organizations serve all people with care and compassion, with respect, and without judgment, striving to create equitable access to health care. Through health centers, programs in schools and communities, and online resources, Planned Parenthood is a trusted source of reliable education and information that allows people to make informed health decisions.

We do all this because we care passionately about helping people lead healthier lives.

Planned Parenthood Federation of America (PPFA) is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that supports the independently incorporated Planned Parenthood affiliates, which operate non‑profit health centers across the U.S. PPFA also works to educate the public on and advocate for issues of sexual and reproductive health. Formed as the advocacy and political arm of Planned Parenthood Federation of America, Planned Parenthood Action Fund is a separate non‑profit membership organization tax‑exempt under section 501(c)(4).

The Action Fund engages in educational, advocacy, and limited electoral activity, including grassroots organizing, legislative advocacy, and voter education in furtherance of the Planned Parenthood mission.

Planned Parenthood Federation of America (PPFA) and Planned Parenthood Action Fund seek a strategic Director to lead the Technology (IT & Information Security) Portfolio & Project Management Office and reports to the National Director, Office of the CIO. The Technology Strategy & Services (TSS) division provides the strategy and implementation of the Information Technology and Information Security programs that safeguards the data entrusted to Planned Parenthood by its patients, supporters, donors and staff.

• The Director, Technology Portfolio & Project Management leads the strategic execution and continuous improvement of the TSS PPMO. This role ensures disciplined delivery across IT and Information Security portfolios while driving operational excellence, accountability, and measurable business value.
• The Director is both a strategic leader and hands‑on operator, accountable for building a high‑performing PMO that fosters collaboration, transparency, and data‑driven decision‑making. The successful candidate will combine deep PMO expertise with people leadership, business acumen, and the ability to translate complex technology initiatives into actionable outcomes.
• As organizational priorities evolve, the National Director, Office of the CIO, may assign new or high‑priority projects that require immediate attention. The Director is expected to proactively assess capacity, navigate necessary adjustments to processes or timelines, and mobilize the team to deliver these top‑priority initiatives with speed, clarity, and precision while maintaining the PMO’s overall portfolio commitments.
• This role is also accountable for leading the transformation of the PPMO into a Value Realization Office — driving strategic alignment, elevating portfolio maturity, and embedding a culture of accountability and measurable impact across the TSS organization.

• Leads the strategic execution, governance, and continuous improvement to ensure portfolio performance, delivery discipline, and business value realization across TSS.
• Matures portfolio management capabilities and standardizes project management practices across TSS by establishing governance frameworks, fostering results‑oriented culture, and measuring performance metrics.
• Creates and maintains a TSS Portfolio Dashboard and KPI report to track performance against strategic priorities and milestones.
• Oversees and mentors the project managers; holds self and the team accountable, fosters a culture of ownership, professional growth, and delivery excellence, ensures all PM resources are effectively utilized.
• Leads and manages high‑impact projects/programs including change management and communications that aligns with evolving organizational goals, and provides hands‑on program and…