Strategic Planning Consultant

Job Description

Job Description

Strategic Planning and Organizational Development Consultant Wanted!

• Location: Silver Spring, MD
• Engagement: Three(3)-month project-based consulting contract
• Compensation: Allocated funds up to $20,000 (negotiable)

Summary

The Strategic Planning and Organizational Development Consultant will lead a structured, participatory process encompassing organizational assessment, strategic planning, capacity building, implementation planning, and organizational development, resulting in a clear, actionable, and measurable strategic direction for Rock Creek Foundation.

The ideal consultant brings demonstrated experience working with behavioral health and intellectual and developmental disability organizations and already understands the complexities of Medicaid-funded services, DDA and BHA systems, CARF accreditation, residential rehabilitation, workforce challenges, and community-based behavioral health. This prior sector knowledge is essential in allowing the consultant to focus on strategy and implementation.

This engagement is funded through the Montgomery County Nonprofit Security Planning Grant and is intended to position Rock Creek Foundation for long-term organizational sustainability, resilience, and strategic growth in response to a changing behavioral health, developmental disability, and nonprofit funding landscape.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Review organizational documents and background materials provided by RCF leadership, covering programs, organizational structure, workforce, external environment, and current organizational landscape
• Conduct interviews and facilitate focus groups with leadership, staff, board members, and key stakeholders
• Facilitate strategic planning sessions and help build consensus around organizational mission, vision, values, priorities, and goals
• Develop organizational priorities, goals, and objectives informed by RCF's current strengths, challenges, emerging opportunities, and risks
• Conduct an organizational assessment of structure, leadership capacity, internal systems, and operations, and recommend organizational development and capacity-building priorities to support execution of the plan
• Create an implementation roadmap with timelines, responsible parties, and measurable performance indicators
• Develop a performance measurement framework including key performance indicators and evaluation methods for monitoring implementation
• Build accountability structures such as action plans and responsibility matrices to ensure the plan drives action
• Address key planning questions across organizational sustainability, financial sustainability, programs and services, housing, workforce, technology and innovation, community partnerships, organizational infrastructure, and implementation
• Prepare the final strategic plan document and present recommendations to leadership and the Board of Directors

Experience and Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Organizational Development, Nonprofit Management, Public Administration, Social Work, or a related field preferred
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in nonprofit strategic planning and organizational development, with demonstrated experience working with behavioral health and/or intellectual and developmental disability service organizations
• Preferred experience working with CARF-accredited providers, Medicaid-funded nonprofit organizations, behavioral health providers, intellectual and developmental disability organizations, supportive housing or housing services, and government-funded human service organizations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required
• Experience with data visualization, project management, and facilitation tools preferred
• No specific licensure required; relevant certifications in organizational development, facilitation, or strategic planning are a plus

Other Qualifications:

• Must be able to work independently and collaboratively with diverse stakeholder groups at all levels of the organization
• Must demonstrate strong facilitation, written communication, and presentation skills
• Must have high ethical and professional standards and maintain confidentiality throughout the engagement
• Must have a strong desire to deliver a strategic plan that the organisation actually implements, not just produces
• Must be able to meet project timelines as agreed with organizational leadership

Work Environment:

• Work is performed across multiple settings, including in-person meetings at RCF locations, virtual facilitation sessions, and independent remote work
• Flexibility in scheduling is required to accommodate leadership, staff, board, and community stakeholder availability
• This is a project-based engagement tied to the Montgomery County Nonprofit Security Planning (NSP) Grant timeline; the consultant must be responsive and available throughout the duration of the project
• The estimated engagement period is three(3) months
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Driving/Travel

• Travel to RCF locations may be required
• Must have access to a vehicle for business purposes and possess a valid driver's license with no more than three (3) points, and proof of current automobile insurance

Are you ready to help shape the future of services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and co-occurring disorders? Partner with Rock Creek Foundation on a strategic planning engagement where your work will directly strengthen the organization's sustainability, resilience, and impact for years to come.

About Us : At Rock Creek, we believe in empowering individuals to live fulfilling and independent lives. We provide comprehensive support services to individuals with intellectual, developmental disabilities and co-occurring disorders, fostering their growth, independence, and happiness. At Rock Creek, we're not just a team – we're a family driven by love, compassion, and the unwavering belief that everyone deserves to live a life filled with purpose and joy.

Why Join Us: 

Make a Difference: Experience the joy of knowing that your work directly improves the lives of others.

Rewarding Work:  Be part of a supportive team environment where your contributions are valued and recognized.

Personal Growth: Receive ongoing training and professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.

Work-Life Balance:  Enjoy flexible scheduling options that allow you to maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Passionate Community:  Join a passionate community of like-minded individuals who are dedicated to making a positive impact in the world.

Disclaimers: 

Rock Creek Foundation aspires to create an organization that places value on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and inclusivity. To achieve this success, it is essential that all members of our organization feel secure, welcomed, and respected. All members of our organization have a responsibility to uphold these values. 

Rock Creek Foundation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. Rock Creek Foundation participates in E-Verify.