Description:
General Description: The Chief Programs Officer (CPO) is a key member of the executive leadership at MCCH and is responsible for the strategic direction, oversight, and effectiveness of all client-facing programs at Montgomery County Coalition for the Homeless (MCCH). This includes all housing services, including property management, emergency shelters, case management, and other supportive services aimed at ending homelessness and promoting housing stability.
The CPO leads a dedicated team of program leaders, ensuring that services are high-quality, trauma-informed, outcomes-driven, and aligned with MCCH’s mission and values. This role is ideal for a strategic and collaborative leader who brings both a deep commitment to housing justice and strong operational and management expertise.
Requirements:

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 8–10 years of progressive leadership experience in social services, housing, or homelessness-related programs.
• Proven track record in program strategy, budgeting, operations, and staff management.
• Deep understanding of homelessness, housing first, harm reduction, and trauma-informed care.
• Experience with government contracts and funding streams (e.g., HUD, ESG, HHS, CoC).
• Strong data literacy and ability to use metrics to inform program design and evaluation.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
• Lived experience of homelessness or housing instability is highly valued.
• Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s in Non-Profit Management, Public Administration, Social Work, Housing Policy, or related field preferred.