Job Summary:This is a unique opportunity for a mission-oriented business process improvement professional who wants to leverage their nonprofit expertise to support complex organizations (domestically & internationally) and grow a service offering within of the Industry Specialty Services practice. The Director will be an analytical and strategic operational leader, focused on driving business transformation and operational excellence across Nonprofits and Grantmakers. This position will drive standardized deployment of operational processes, tools and procedures to reduce process variations resulting in improved effectiveness and efficiency. This individual will display a high-level of critical thinking and analysis, bringing recommendations and delivering results for high-impact, complex, and/or cross-department challenges.The Nonprofit & Grantmaker Advisory team is a growth-oriented management consulting team dedicated to building the capacity of the nonprofit sector. We partner with our nonprofit and philanthropic clients to help them attain operational excellence, ensure financial sustainability, and effectively achieve their desired impact. Our collaborative approach includes client input and involvement at each stage of an engagement.Job Duties:Responsibilities vary based on engagements and client needs and require an independent and multi-talented professional with the ability to start and manage complex client-facing and internal initiatives, bringing a consulting mindset.Client ServiceLeads, oversees, and delivers complex client engagements that incorporate multiple or new practice areasAnalyzes current processes, systems, and procedures, conducts gap assessments, identifies areas of improvement, and makes recommendations to ensure best practicesReviews current operational structures (Finance, HR, Business Development etc), identifying potential areas of risk and makes recommendations that ensure efficient and effective management of resourcesUtilizes problem solving skills and a process improvement framework t to define creative solutions to complex business challengesSupports organizations going through change, deploying coaching and change management strategiesSupports leadership teams and Boards of Directors in making organizational decisions including presenting analysis and findings and effectively communicating complex information to a variety of audiencesProvides thought-leadership, direction and prioritization of services and operational enhancements to drive client experience, operational efficiencies, and organizational transformation effortsPractice and Service DevelopmentActively participates in the development of business process improvement services, including monthly meetings and other areas of service developmentIdentifies and implements ways to make engagements more efficient and impactfulMaintains ongoing awareness of market conditions and trends to ensure proactive development of solutions ahead of needDevelops talent pipeline and implements sourcing strategiesDevelops and leads strategic initiatives for practice, measures outcomes and pivots where appropriateManages successful implementation of innovation and change management in the practiceRelationship Management and Business DevelopmentBuilds strategic alliances and works collaboratively to provide multidisciplinary solutions to complex problemsManages business development activities, such as project scoping, pricing, proposal development, and closing for new and existing clientsDevelops and maintains current and potential/new client relationships, including relationships with nonprofits, foundations, local government, collaborative partner organizations, and/or direct service providersDeveloping OthersManages and coaches consultants on client engagements, especially in the areas of project management and quality assuranceSupervises consultants that may work on a range of engagementsLeads effective team meetings; coaches team members on career and professional development goalsTakes responsibility for project assignments for those they superviseOther duties as assignedQualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Education:Bachelor’s degree, requiredMBA or MPA, preferred Experience:Fifteen (15) or more years of experience either working with nonprofits or providing consulting services to the sector, requiredFive (5) or more years prior supervisory/management experience, requiredExperience in business transformation (people, process, and technology improvements), management consulting, and a continuous improvement mindset, requiredExperience in defining a strategic vision, then planning and carrying out complex, large-scale initiatives with large complex national or international nonprofit organizations, requiredLicense(s)/Certification(s):Business process improvement certification such as Lean or Six Sigma, preferred Software:Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, required

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:Strong verbal and written communication skillsAbility to travel up to 20% of the timeKnowledge of change management principlesIndividual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.NYC/ Long Island/Westchester Range: $150,000 – $190,000Join us at BDO, where you will find more than a career, you’ll find a place where your work is impactful, and you are valued for your individuality. We offer flexibility and opportunities for advancement. Our culture is centered around making meaningful connections, approaching interactions with curiosity, and being true to yourself, all while making a positive difference in the world. At BDO, our purpose of helping people thrive every day is at the heart of everything we do. Together, we are focused on delivering exceptional and sustainable outcomes and value for our people, our clients, and our communities. BDO is proud to be an ESOP company, reflecting a culture that puts people first, by sharing financially in our growth in value with our U.S. team.

BDO professionals provide assurance, tax and advisory services for a diverse range of clients across the U.S. and in over 160 countries through our global organization.BDO is the first large accounting and advisory organization to implement an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). A qualified retirement plan, the ESOP offers participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. The ESOP stands as a compelling addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits* offerings. The annual allocation to the ESOP is fully funded by BDO through investments in company stock and grants employees the chance to grow their wealth over time as their shares vest and grow in value with the firm’s success, with no employee contributions. We are committed to delivering exceptional experiences to middle market leaders by sharing insight-driven perspectives, helping companies take business as usual to better than usual. With industry knowledge and experience, a breadth and depth of resources, and unwavering commitment to quality, we pride ourselves on:Welcoming diverse perspectives and understanding the experience of our professionals and clientsEmpowering team members to explore their full potentialOur talented team who brings varying skills, knowledge and experience to proactively help our clients navigate an expanding array of complex challenges and opportunitiesCelebrating ingenuity and innovation to transform our business and help our clients transform theirsFocus on resilience and sustainability to positively impact our people, clients, and communities*Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vetsClick here to find out more!Full timePosting Date: 2024-04-24