Chief Information Officer, Volunteer
# Chief Information Officer, Volunteer **American Pet Cancer Foundation** · Remote · `Remote` 🕒 **Статус:** *Опубликовано: 2 дня назад* · *Источник: Indeed* --- ### About the Role Chief Information Officer (CIO), Volunteer About the Pet Cancer Foundation The Pet Cancer Foundation’s vision is to increase the life expectancy and improve the quality of life of pets diagnosed with cancer. Estimates suggest that 12M dogs and cats are developing cancer every year, roughly 6x the number of humans getting cancer yearly within North America. As our volunteer organization continues to grow across North America, we need experienced executive leadership to guide our overall technology function. The Chief Information Officer will set direction for technology operations, information security, internal systems, technology planning, and our web/digital platform needs so our systems reliably support the mission. That's where and how you can help us. About the position: The volunteer Chief Information Officer provides executive leadership for PCF’s technology function, reporting directly to the CEO and overseeing the Vice President of IT Services. You will develop and oversee a practical technology strategy that aligns with organizational priorities, covering operations, security, internal systems, and digital platforms. You will guide the Technical Services leadership team through established reporting lines, set standards and governance, and ensure our systems remain secure, usable, and ready to scale. Working closely with senior leadership, you will help build a technology foundation that supports hundreds of remote volunteers and the organization’s long-term goals. *This position is a non-legal director/officer role and does not carry director/officer liabilities. *Please leave a note with your application acknowledging your awareness of the volunteer nature of this position. We will only contact and proceed with candidates who confirm their understanding. Duties and Responsibilities: - Develop and guide PCF’s overall technology strategy, aligning technology operations, security, internal systems, and digital platforms with organizational priorities. - Provide executive oversight of technology operations and support, ensuring reliable service delivery for volunteers and teams. - Oversee information security governance and the development, implementation, and review of technology policies, including access management, data protection, acceptable use, and responsible use of AI. - Guide planning and governance for internal systems, including productivity platforms, documentation, and related tools. - Oversee technology planning for web and digital platform needs, including security, performance, and scalability considerations. - Collaborate with senior leadership and department heads to identify technology needs and prioritize practical solutions. - Provide executive direction and oversight to the Vice President of IT Services, supporting clear accountability for operational delivery and leadership of Technical Services directors and teams. - Oversee system health, security, business continuity, leadership coverage, and succession planning for critical technology functions; escalate risks and recommend improvements. - Evaluate emerging technologies and vendors when relevant, balancing innovation with operational reality and resource constraints. - Provide proactive, regular updates to the CEO on technology priorities, progress, risks, resource needs, and decisions requiring leadership attention. About You: You’re a strategic technology leader who combines practical judgment with the ability to build reliable systems in a resource-conscious environment. You bring: - 10+ years of experience in technology leadership, IT management, or related senior roles (CIO, IT Director, or equivalent preferred). - Proven experience setting technology strategy and overseeing operations, security, and internal systems. - Strong understanding of information security, risk management, and practical controls for distributed organizations. - Experience guiding web or digital platforms alongside internal technology needs. - Ability to lead and coach senior technical leaders in a remote, volunteer-driven environment. - Excellent communication skills with non-technical stakeholders and senior executives. - Strategic yet pragmatic approach that balances current operational needs with future growth. - Genuine interest in PCF’s mission and in strengthening the technology foundation that supports our work. Why Volunteer? Volunteering as Chief Information Officer gives you the opportunity to set the technology direction for a growing national nonprofit. You’ll work directly with senior leadership, shape systems that enable hundreds of volunteers, build scalable practices, and contribute to an organization dedicated to improving the lives of pets and their families. Footnotes: - We are seeking a highly entrepreneurial individual that is comfortable in a start-up environment. You must be willing to build from the ground up while understanding the challenges that come with the territory. - Please include a short note with your application that clearly states you are willing to volunteer. - This position works virtually from anywhere in Canada or the United States - Expectations regarding a time commitment are 8–10 hours per week on average, with flexibility (peaks during planning, major updates, or security work). - Learn more at our website at www.petcancerfdn.org about our mission. Job Type: Part-time Expected hours: 8.0 – 10.0 per week Application Question(s): - Please note that Indeed adds a "suggested salary" for all roles when the posting does not include a salary. As this is a volunteer role, we do not include a salary. To avoid misunderstanding, we ask that you leave us a brief note acknowledging your awareness and willingness to volunteer so we can properly consider your application. Thank you! Education: - Bachelor's (Preferred) Experience: - Data security: 10 years (Preferred) - Information technology management: 10 years (Required) - Information architecture: 10 years (Required) Work Location: Remote
Наблюдалась 2026-10-18, впервые 2026-10-16, источник — Indeed.