About the job
The Chief Program and Learning Officer (CPLO) is a pivotal senior executive role at the Umoja Community Education Foundation, responsible for defining, leading, and expanding the programmatic vision of the organization. As an integral member of the Executive Team, the CPLO provides strategic leadership that enhances organizational effectiveness, fosters programmatic excellence, and drives statewide and emerging national impact. Reporting directly to the CEO, the CPLO manages the development, implementation, and evaluation of various academic, curricular, research, student success, and leadership initiatives across the extensive Umoja network.
A significant responsibility of this role includes overseeing the Program and Regional Coordinators who support over 80 campus programs serving more than 16,000 students, faculty, and administrators across California and Washington. The CPLO also plays a crucial part in strategizing and facilitating the expansion of the Umoja model to additional campuses and educational systems nationwide.
Furthermore, the CPLO leads various organizational initiatives such as the Umoja Global Institute, the Center for Policy and Research, and the International Student Fellowship Program, ensuring that each initiative develops with coherence, rigor, and strategic alignment.
This position necessitates a full-time on-site presence in Sacramento, with travel expected across California and nationwide.

