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Job Description
Chief Operating Officer (COO) Lead Operations. Advance the Mission. Make a Difference.
Location:
Purcellville, VA (Onsite)
Salary:
$145,000-$165,000 + Benefits Package Intercessors for America (IFA) is a growing Christian nonprofit that has faithfully prayed for our government and its leaders for more than 50 years. Through news, prayer, and action, we seek to make a meaningful impact on our nation. We are seeking a strategic, mission-driven Chief Operating Officer (COO) to join our executive leadership team. Reporting to the CEO, the COO will provide operational leadership across the organization, strengthen systems and processes, develop high-performing teams, and help position IFA for continued growth and ministry impact.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Partner with the CEO to execute organizational strategy and priorities. Provide leadership and oversight to department heads and teams across operations, finance, programs, development, and volunteer engagement. Lead day-to-day operations, ensuring organizational effectiveness, accountability, and alignment. Build, scale, and optimize systems, processes, and infrastructure to support ministry growth. Provide executive oversight of HR, IT, administration, compliance, and program operations. Support financial planning, reporting, and organizational stewardship. Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO and leadership team. Prepare operational reports and recommendations for leadership and the Board of Directors.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
Bachelor's degree in Business, Nonprofit Management, Organizational Leadership, or a related field required; Master's degree preferred. 7-12 years of progressive leadership experience in operations, program management, and people leadership. Minimum of 3 years of executive-level leadership experience in a nonprofit, ministry, association, or mission-driven organization. Strong business acumen, financial oversight, strategic planning, and organizational development skills. Demonstrated success leading teams, managing change, and improving organizational effectiveness. Experience with Salesforce or similar CRM and data management platforms preferred. Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and leadership skills. Alignment with and commitment to IFA's Christian mission, values, and Statement of Faith.
WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS ROLE
This is an opportunity to help lead a nationally recognized Christian ministry making a meaningful impact through news, prayer, and action. You will partner closely with the CEO and leadership team to strengthen organizational effectiveness, develop high-performing teams, and help advance a mission that serves believers across the nation.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Candidates selected to advance in the interview process may be asked to provide a brief written Statement of Faith and participate in a DISC behavioral assessment as part of the selection process. Apply today and help shape the future of a ministry dedicated to prayer, biblical engagement, and faithful service.
