Chief Strategy Officer (CSO)

United States
Full Time
Executive
Executive
Emphasizing our historic and continuing commitment to Asian and Pacific Islander communities, the East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation (EBALDC) works with and for all the diverse populations of the East Bay to build healthy, vibrant and safe neighborhoods through community development.

EBALDC is a first-generation social enterprise founded in 1975 that has consistently generated >75% of our revenue from earned income. Our businesses and programs generate revenue to support sustained social impact. We oversee a diverse range of businesses and programs, including real estate development, property management, social services, and professional services, some of which are corporate operations and others are operated as subsidiaries and through partnerships with public and private partners.

EBALDC is dedicated to building a culturally diverse and pluralistic organization committed to working in multicultural communities, and strongly encourages minorities, people of color and women to apply for our employment opportunities. EBALDC is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit, including the applicant’s ability to champion EBALDC mission, values and organizational culture. EBALDC wants to have the best available persons in every job. EBALDC policy prohibits unlawful discrimination on any basis protected by federal, state or local law or ordinance or regulation.

For more about our accomplishments and our mission, please visit: www.ebaldc.org

East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation (EBALDC) is seeking a Chief Strategy Officer.

Position Summary 
The Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) is a key member of the executive leadership team, serving as a strategic partner to the CEO and CFO. This role is responsible for driving high-level strategy, identifying and evaluating new business opportunities, and fostering key external partnerships that align with the mission and long-term vision of EBALDC. 

The CSO will play a critical role in shaping the organization’s future by analyzing market trends, facilitating cross-functional collaboration on strategic initiatives, and ensuring the most effective use of organizational resources—particularly optimizing the CEO’s time on high-impact opportunities. 
This position requires a highly strategic thinker who can evaluate ideas, identify risks and success conditions, and determine whether opportunities align with EBALDC’s core mission. The CSO will serve as the bridge between vision and execution, guiding concepts to the next critical decision point. 
 
Key Responsibilities 

Strategic Visioning and Leadership 
  • Lead the development of immediate strategies and provide process for long-term strategy development that advances EBALDC’s mission and impact. 
  • Ensure organizational priorities are aligned with external opportunities, developing public-private partnerships and cross-sector collaborations where appropriate. 
  • Conduct market analysis and community needs assessments to inform strategic decision-making. 

Business Development and External Engagement 
  • Evaluate programmatic, partnership, funding opportunities for feasibility, and develop business model or workplan when appropriate. 
  • Cross-department program development  
  • Be an external proxy for CEO when appropriate to cultivate relationships with government agencies, funders, elected officials, and industry leaders to expand opportunities for the organization – tracking next steps and pushing towards strategic objectives 
  • Lead efforts to position EBALDC as a key player in community development, advocating for policies and initiatives that align with the organization’s mission. 
  • Partner with public and private entities to explore innovative financial models, policy-driven initiatives, and growth opportunities. 

Organizational Strategy and Alignment 
  • Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to ensure that strategic priorities are advanced efficiently and effectively. 
  • Drive organization-wide initiatives by establishing frameworks for execution, ensuring key decision points are met. 
  • Ensure the organization leverages data and analytics to inform strategy and measure impact. 

Executive-Level Decision Support 
  • Provide strategic counsel to the CEO on high-priority initiatives and organizational direction. 
  • Identify risks, conditions for success, and critical factors in evaluating new initiatives. 
  • Ensure that executive leadership’s focus remains on the most high-impact opportunities by refining and translating ideas into structured decision-making frameworks. 
 
Education 
  • Bachelor’s degree required preferably in Urban Planning, Public Policy, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field. 
  • Master’s degree preferred. 
Experience 
  • 5-7+ years of experience in community development, strategic planning, or public-private partnerships, with at least 3-5 years in an executive leadership role. 
  • Proven ability to develop and implement high-level strategic initiatives at an organizational level. 
  • Deep understanding of decision-making processes in the public and private sectors, including policy development, government engagement, and cross-sector collaborations. 
  • Experience working with diverse, low-income, and multi-ethnic communities. 

Skills and Abilities 
  • Exceptional strategic thinking and visioning abilities. 
  • Strong ability to evaluate opportunities, assess risks, and drive strategic decision-making. 
  • Proven relationship-building skills with public officials, funders, and community stakeholders. 
  • Ability to translate complex ideas into clear, actionable strategies tailored to different audiences. 
  • Excellent verbal, written, and visual communication skills. 
  • Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of strategic leadership. 

Preferred Qualifications 
  • Experience with grant writing, fundraising, and partnership development. 
  • Knowledge of California-specific community development opportunities and challenges. 
 
Work Environment 
 
  • Hybrid work environment with a combination of office, remote, and external meetings with stakeholders. 
  • Occasional travel to meet with partners, attend conferences, or engage in policy advocacy. 
  • Some evening or weekend hours may be required for community engagement and public meetings. 

Salary Range: $175,000-$200,000 annually

Benefits and Other Information:
EBALDC offers excellent benefit. EBALDC pays up to 100% of employee premiums and 60% of dependent premiums for Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD and Life, EAP, Retirement, Paid Time Off, CA Paid Sick Leave, Holidays and Wellness Days off for all eligible employees.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Equal employment opportunity in full compliance with applicable law will be provided to all persons without regard to age, marital status, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, creed, color, national origin, mental or physical disability (including but not limited to AIDS and ARC) military or military veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI): We believe our commitment to building healthy, vibrant and safe neighborhoods through community development is strengthened when we pursue diversity, equity, and inclusion as both agency values and practices.

**All candidates will be subject to a background check as a condition of employment**
Please NO PHONE CALLS!
EBALDC is an EOE Employer
 
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