Manager, Strategic Planning

Founded in 1912, Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) is the preeminent leadership development organization for girls and the leading authority on their healthy development. Millions of Girl Scout alums across the country and the world have gone on to achieve incredible things and make a tremendous impact in fields ranging from public policy, medicine, journalism, and athletics to international relations, science, technology, art, and entertainment. 

As a mission-driven organization, GSUSA champions girls as they explore their worlds, try new things, and develop the courage, confidence, and character to make the world a better place. From stargazing during a first overnight camping trip to building robots, navigating a rocky hiking trail, working together on a community project, and learning about the importance of environmental stewardship, Girl Scouts of all backgrounds and abilities can unapologetically be themselves as they rise to meet new challenges and discover the issues that matter most to them. Along the way they learn the power of friendship, connection, and teamwork. 

Girl Scouts are doers, innovators, problem-solvers, creators, and dreamers, and the GSUSA team is here to center, support, and inspire them, working with 111 local councils across the country and USA Girl Scouts Overseas to deliver our life-changing Girl Scout Leadership Experience.

The Strategy & Planning team oversees and operationalizes movement-wide strategic planning, leveraging research, data and analytics to make informed decisions. The team is data-driven and provides a sense of analytic rigor around establishing and measuring KPIs, evaluating performance of initiatives, and managing enterprise risk. Functions within the team include: Strategic Planning, Enterprise Risk Management, Research, Analytics, & Enterprise Data Management. 

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Strategic Planning Manager to join our dynamic team. The Strategic Planning Manager will play a key role in shaping and executing the GSUSA’s strategic initiatives to drive growth, sustainability, and innovation. This role requires a strategic thinker with excellent analytical abilities, strong business acumen, and the ability to effectively partner with a variety of internal and external stakeholders. 

Strategic Planning: Support the development and execution of GSUSA’s annual strategic plan, as well as development and execution of the Movement’s 3-year strategy. This includes: 

• Managing the framework and template used by all GSUSA teams throughout the annual strategic planning process 
• Creating and managing the planning timeline/calendar 
• Coordinating and aligning with GSUSA’s Finance team for the budgeting process 
• Managing the strategic initiatives prioritization process  
• Managing the Quarterly Business Review Process (timeline, template, highlighting progress/gaps to plan) 
• Supporting development of the annual Business Plan 
• Analysis and synthesis of data/research/stakeholder input to support the 3-year Movement strategy priorities, initiatives and roadmap 
• Support development of the 3-year Movement strategy roadmap and ongoing, annual updates

Competitive Intelligence: Monitor competitor activities, market dynamics, and industry trends to anticipate changes and proactively adjust GSUSA’s strategy. Identify competitive threats and opportunities for differentiation. 

Strategic Initiatives: Support cross-functional teams to develop and implement strategic initiatives, such as new delivery models, product launches, and market expansions. This includes: 

• Managing initiatives identified as part of the 3-year Movement strategy from ideation through testing through evaluation and potentially launch
• Assemble team with relevant skill sets (GSUSA and Movement) 
• Develop test/pilot plans, including objective, scope, deliverables, timeline, KPIs, etc.

Performance Metrics: Support definition and management of key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure the effectiveness of strategic initiatives. Monitor performance against targets and recommend adjustments as needed to achieve desired outcomes.

Innovation: Facilitate strategic planning workshops and brainstorming sessions to foster innovation within the organization. Drive the ideation, development, and prioritization of new initiatives, products, and services. Manage pipeline of new opportunities to test, measure and implement. 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and extract actionable insights, as well as ability to conduct business modeling. 
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and persuade stakeholders at all levels, build consensus and convey complex concepts in a clear and concise manner.  
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with a focus on driving results and achieving business objectives. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint. 
• Experience with strategic planning tools and methodologies (e.g., SWOT analysis, scenario planning, etc.). 
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt quickly to change. 
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. 
• Passion for innovation, creativity, and continuous learning, with a strong desire to make a meaningful impact. 

• Office 365 or similar suites 
• Competency in PowerPoint or similar presentation software 
• Competency in Microsoft Excel or similar software 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or related field. MBA or advanced degree preferred
• Proven experience (5-7 years) in strategic planning, business development, or consulting roles, preferably in a fast-paced environment, with track record of driving successful strategic initiatives.

Position Type: This is a full-time, hybrid position with 2 days on site. GSUSA is based in New York City.

Salary Range: $90,000 - $117,000

This represents the present low and high end of the pay range for this position. Actual pay will vary based on various factors, including but not limited to experience.

FEATURED BENEFITS:

What We Offer: 

Girl Scouts is powered by people, and we encourage our team members to be their best selves in and out of the office. We place a high priority on flexibility and offer a competitive employee salary and benefits package that includes: 

Paid Time Off:  

GSUSA offers 20+ days of paid time off, 2 floating holidays, as well as 9 workplace holidays. GSUSA staff also enjoy a paid holiday year-end office closure between Christmas and New Year's.

Other Benefits: 

• Medical and Behavioral Health Coverage 

• Plan options with individual and family coverage which includes wellness, hospitalization, and fertility assistance. 
• Both plans include GSUSA partial subsidy of premium costs
• Dental and vision coverage

• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) including Health, Dependent Care, and Limited FSA for those with Health Savings Accounts 
• Company-paid life insurance 
• Flexible work arrangements 
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave 
• 401(K) with company match 
• Sick leave 
• Short- and Long-Term Disability for salary continuation 
• Health and Wellness Classes and Activities throughout the year 
• Access to Employee Engagement Groups 

AAP/EEO Statement: GSUSA is an equal employment opportunity employer.