Chief Strategy Officer

We approach our work through the lens of values deeply connected to our worldview as Indigenous Peoples:

• Mitakuye Oyasin (“We are all related”) – Recognizing the interconnectedness of all living things.

• Reverence for Indigenous wisdom, knowledge, and cultures – Honoring the foundations of our communities and traditions.

• Trust as the foundation of all relationships – Building authentic and lasting connections.

• Sustainability as the pathway to healing – Ensuring our practices foster long-term resilience and renewal.

This is a pivotal moment to join Anpo and contribute to building an organization dedicated to creating meaningful, lasting impact for Indigenous Peoples and the lands, languages, and cultures that sustain them.

Position Summary

Anpo seeks a dynamic and visionary Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) to lead and provide strategic oversight for our core programs: Field-Building, Land Restoration, and Policy & Advocacy. The CSO will also play a key role in supporting fundraising efforts, cultivating relationships with donors, and strengthening connections with community members.

As part of Anpo’s leadership team, the CSO will work collaboratively to align programmatic efforts with our values. Reporting directly to the CEO, the CSO will be instrumental in helping Anpo realize its vision of reconnecting Indigenous Peoples, families, and communities to our lands, languages, and cultures.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the CEO to set and refine the organization’s strategic direction, ensuring alignment with Anpo’s mission and vision.

• Serve as a thought partner to the CEO, providing strategic insights and guidance on organizational priorities and initiatives.

• Foster a culture of collaboration and innovation across programs to maximize impact and efficiency.

• Oversee and manage program directors, providing leadership, mentorship, and accountability to ensure program success.

• Facilitate idea-sharing and cross-pollination across Field-Building, Land Restoration, and Policy & Advocacy programs to advance Anpo’s holistic theory of change.

• Ensure high-quality program design and execution, emphasizing measurable outcomes and community impact.

• Support fundraising efforts by executing donor leads generated by the CEO, including cultivating and stewarding relationships with key donors.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with community members, partners, and stakeholders to enhance Anpo’s network and influence.

• Represent Anpo at external events, conferences, and gatherings to promote the organization’s mission and secure strategic opportunities.

• Oversee grantmaking functions and processes until dedicated staff are in place, ensuring efficiency and alignment with organizational goals.

• Develop and implement organization-wide systems to monitor and evaluate progress, impact, and effectiveness across all programs.

• Work with the CEO and leadership team to address operational challenges and identify opportunities for growth and improvement.

Qualifications for Success

• Alignment with Mission and Values: A deep commitment to and understanding of Anpo’s vision, mission, and values, with the ability to integrate these principles into all aspects of the work.

• Extensive Experience: A minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience, ideally within a nonprofit, foundation, or government agency focused on Indigenous Peoples, families, and communities.

• Deep Knowledge of Indigenous Practices: Strong understanding of land or language restoration initiatives, Indigenous land management practices, and their intersection with policy and advocacy.

• Fundraising and Program Expertise: Proven experience in fundraising, field-building, land or language restoration, and policy development, with a track record of successful program implementation.

• Leadership Excellence: Demonstrated ability to inspire, lead, and manage diverse teams with integrity and ethical leadership.

• Strategic Vision: Proven capability to drive strategic direction, set priorities, and execute business plans effectively to achieve organizational goals.

• Reputation and Integrity: An established reputation for ethical decision-making, relationship-building, and fostering trust with diverse stakeholders.

Working at Anpo

At Anpo, we are guided by a vision of a world where the wisdom, resilience, and contributions of Indigenous Peoples are honored and celebrated. Rooted in the understanding of Mitakuye Oyasin—the interconnectedness of all living beings—we recognize that every person, community, and element of the earth, both living and nonliving, deserves dignity, care, and respect.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and diverse environment where these values are not only reflected but actively practiced in all aspects of our work. By centering Indigenous knowledge and building authentic relationships, we aim to co-create a more just, regenerative, and sustainable future for all. Joining Anpo means becoming part of a team dedicated to meaningful, transformative work grounded in respect, trust, and collaboration.

Compensation & Benefits

The annual salary range for this position is $150,000-$195,000. Benefits include generous paid time off, health, dental, and vision insurance, paid parental leave, a 401(k) match, FSA and HSA options, and stipends for home office, phone and internet, professional development, and wellness.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Anpo provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (collectively “protected classes”), or any other basis, which now or in the future may be specified by federal, state, and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, evaluating, promoting, coaching, and compensating.

How To Apply

Anpo has engaged DGW Group to lead the search for our Chief Strategy Officer. To apply, please submit a resume  and complete the application by March 7, 2025.