The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (CFF) and its employees embrace their commitment to its core values. These core values are the pillars on which CFF stand and will continue to sustain us as we move forward.. Keep sight of what really matters: Our decisions are based on what is best for people with cystic fibrosis and their families.. Aspire for excellence in all we do: We take pride in our work. We are committed to continuous learning and improvement.. Stronger together: We collaborate and work together so that we can learn more and achieve more.. Innovate with courage: We embrace challenges. We reach beyond boundaries in pursuit of our vision.. Care about our people: We deeply care about each other and all who support our shared mission. We listen with respect. We support one another.. The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, the world's leader in the search for a cure for cystic fibrosis, and one of the most innovative and successful organizations of its kind, is seeking a talented Strategy Lead to join our team in Bethesda, MD on externship for a period of four to six months.. The Foundation's pioneering "venture philanthropy" investment model has dramatically accelerated drug development and care in CF. Through the Foundation's efforts, the life expectancy of a child with CF has doubled in the last 30 years.. The Foundation is at a critical inflection point. We are developing a new strategic plan to articulate a bold ambition across all aspects of our mission, including drug development, clinical care, policy and access, and community engagement. Our early investments have recently resulted in unprecedented financial returns that will enable us to redouble our efforts.. In this context, we are building a best-in-class strategy team to help us define our future. You will work closely with leadership to advance our strategic agenda, driving high-priority initiatives that will make a real difference for people with CF. This role will report directly to the Chief of Strategy, a former Bain consultant.. If you're creative, incisive, collaborative, and motivated by our cause, we want to hear from you.. POSITION SUMMARY:. As an extern on the strategy team, the Strategy Lead will work closely with leadership to advance the Foundation's strategic agenda and generate insights to drive mission-critical initiatives. Bringing expertise in advanced problem-solving, analysis, stakeholder management, and communication, the Strategy Lead will build tools and develop recommendations to support colleagues in making data-driven decisions that best support people with CF.. Lead and support specific cross-functional strategic initiatives (including project design, research and analytics, stakeholder management, deliverables, and presentations to leadership). Projects determined considering extern's interest and Foundation priorities. Potential projects include:. Building an executive-level dashboard to support the CEO and leadership in managing the business and tracking progress against our mission.. Refining the long-term financial strategy in the context of our investment portfolio, fundraising revenue, and evolving business needs.. Modeling the shifting patient landscape and care center economics to inform priorities and care needs as therapies advance and life expectancy increases.. Considering the Foundation's reach through network analysis of engaged researchers, care centers, and community members.. Understanding the drivers of high-performing Chapter offices and helping to install best practices across the Field in terms of fundraising and community building activities.. Develop powerful recommendations based on understanding of diverse stakeholders, including people with CF, caregivers, care team members, researchers, and staff.. Additional Responsibilities:. Support the Foundation in telling the "best story in medicine" to our team, board, and external stakeholders through developing compelling metrics and data visualizations.. Bring strong understanding of the external environment and best practices to guide approach and initiatives.. Partner with and advise leadership on topics relevant to their own functional areas (eg, strategy, organization design, resource allocation and planning) as requested.. Bachelor's degree required; MBA or other advanced degree in a relevant field a plus.. Minimum of two years of experience in a strategic consulting function.. Strong quantitative and modeling skills with ability to distill complex information to intuitive graphs, tables and other visuals. Proficiency with market research a plus.. Excellent software skills (MS Office). Database and/or data visualization (Tableau) experience preferred.. Excellent organizational skills; track record of leading work groups through tasks.. Self-starter; demonstrated ability to lead projects independently.. Strong oral, facilitation, and written communication skills.. Creative problem-solver. Places emphasis on using data to drive decision making.. Team player with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.. Commitment to the Foundation's mission.. REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:. Chief of Strategy.. WORKING CONDITIONS:. Normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust and temperature.. No heavy lifting required.. Minimal travel (eg, 2x/yr.) to conferences and meetings, as necessary.. The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities or requirements.. The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (CFF) is a non-profit organization in the United States established to provide the means to cure and contr ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: