6,701 Chief Operating Officer (COO) Jobs - August 2026

Berenschot Groep B.V. is seeking an interim Chief Operating Officer (COO) for a prominent family business in Flevoland, engaged in developing and producing high-quality attachment systems for agricultural vehicles. The role involves enhancing operational performance in factories by focusing on productivity, planning, and supply chain management. The interim COO will not only provide advice but will also take active steps to implement improvements in key priorities.

Posted 1 week ago

Ochsner Health is seeking an Interim COO for its Academic Medical Center, responsible for strategic planning, direction, and overall accountability for division-wide functions. This role involves leadership in implementing and evaluating operational and departmental goals while ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree in Healthcare or Business Administration and at least 10 years of experience in managing hospital operations. Strong organizational skills and leadership qualities are essential.

Posted 6 days ago

Wealthy Group of Companies LLC is a rapidly scaling distributor in the consumer electronics and mobile device sector, serving as a vital link in the global supply chain. We are seeking a COO who is a true builder, capable of transforming market opportunities into sustainable enterprise value. The ideal candidate will focus on operational infrastructure, scalable business opportunities, and aggressive expansion strategies, all while maintaining operational integrity. This full-time, in-office role is pivotal for overseeing key operations and leading strategic initiatives to drive growth.

Posted 3 days ago

Batgroup is seeking a seasoned Chief Operating Officer to spearhead the operational backbone of its brands. This pivotal role involves managing the entire lifecycle of agents and customers, from recruitment and training to payroll. As part of the Executive Team, you'll influence Batgroup's long-term strategic direction while transforming complex operations into efficient systems that deliver exceptional service. Key responsibilities include enhancing operational excellence, leading recruitment and HR administration, and overseeing customer service to achieve industry-leading satisfaction rates.

Posted 3 weeks ago

Job title Chief Operating Officer (COO) Reporting to Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Years of e xperience 15+ years Location One of RTV’s operational hubs Terms Full-time About Raising the Village Raising The Village’s mission is to build and strengthen pathways out of ultra-poverty through an approach guided by data, designed with communities, and scaled by partnerships. We work with last-mile communities to implement solutions that raise incomes, sustain impact, and chart sustainable pathways to possibility within 24 months. To date, we have supported more than two million people in Uganda, Rwanda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, with support from our partners and our team in North America. Find out more about our programs and impact at www.raisingthevillage.org . Why join RTV Raising The Village is building one of the most ambitious and innovative approaches to ending ultra-poverty in rural Africa. Through its integrated development model and partnerships with governments and communities, RTV helps last-mile communities build sustainable pathways out of poverty. The COO will play a central role in this next chapter — building operational systems, and infrastructure needed to expand impact across Sub-Saharan Africa. This is a rare opportunity to scale a proven model that combines community-driven development, data systems, and technology to improve the lives of millions. Role description The Chief Operating Officer (COO) provides strategic and operational leadership for RTV’s global operations, ensuring the organization has the systems, people, and infrastructure needed to scale its mission to end ultra-poverty in last-mile rural communities across sub-Saharan Africa. RTV is expanding its impact through a range of programs and service delivery approaches. Across these approaches, RTV integrates program methodology, operational systems, and data- and technology-enabled tools to support consistent implementation, learning, and scale across different operating environments. The COO will play a central role in strengthening and scaling RTV’s core operational capabilities, ensuring the organization can grow rapidly while maintaining the quality, accountability, and impact that define its work. Working closely with the CEO and senior leadership team, the COO will oversee and align field operations, digital platforms, and data systems to function as a coordinated system that supports program delivery at scale. This role drives operational excellence, disciplined execution, and cross-functional alignment with a clear focus on enabling adjacent initiatives such as Venn and Programs. The COO is accountable for end-to-end operational performance for Procurement, Facilities, Fleet, IT (excludes Venn), Legal, Health Safety, and Operational Planning (excludes Programs). The role ensures that the organization operates efficiently, responsibly, and with the resilience required to expand across multiple countries. Key responsibilities Strategic leadership organizational scale Provide overall leadership for RTV’s global operations, ensuring strong alignment between strategy and execution. Build and manage the operational systems required to scale the areas of responsibility outlined above. Organizational operations Oversee operations and ensure operational systems enable efficient logistics, strong program delivery, and cost-effective implementation across multiple countries. Ensure compliance with donor requirements, internal policies, and national regulatory frameworks. Build operational systems that support rapid growth and multi-country expansion. Develop operational playbooks and replication frameworks to support expansion into new regions and partnerships. Strengthen coordination between programs, operations, finance, and technology teams. Provide leadership and mentorship to operational leaders and country teams, and establish an internal talent management pipeline to support demand. Technology infrastructure platform operations Support continuous improvement of operational infrastructure supporting digital systems, including deployment, procurement, device management, field connectivity, vendor management. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure effective implementation and utilization of digital tools across internal teams and external partners. Support the reliability and performance of digital platforms with a focus on enabling consistent functionality in rural and low-connectivity environments. Lead and strengthen cyber security practices across RTV, ensuring the protection of systems, data, and digital infrastructure through effective risk management and implementation of security best practices. Data governance security Support and strengthen RTV’s data governance framework by contributing to the development and implementation of clear policies and standards for data collection, management, protection, and use across data across programs, digital systems, and partnerships. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to ensure operational systems effectively support RTV’s digital infrastructure, including field devices, connectivity, and supporting technologies used by staff, contractors, and partners. Contribute to the evolution of organizational risk management systems for digital infrastructure, information security, and responsible data use, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, standards, and practices across all countries of operation. Partner with relevant departments to enable the responsible management of large-scale data systems and information flows across multiple countries, partners, and digital platforms. Legal, compliance risk management Provide enterprise oversight of RTV’s legal, regulatory, and compliance frameworks at the global level and across all countries of operation. Oversee contract governance for agreements with governments, partners, vendors, and service providers. Strengthen organizational risk management systems covering operational, legal, and partnership risks. Ensure effective internal controls and compliance with donor requirements, national regulations, and organizational policies. Strategic priorities for the first 24 months Operational integration and scale Develop an integrated operational model to scale both direct implementation and technical assistance/digital platform services. Data governance and infrastructure Establish robust data governance and cybersecurity systems. KPI: 95% compliance to data privacy and security standards across all jurisdictions (5+). Operational systems for growth Build scalable processes across procurement, logistics, and program operations. KPI: Strong operational systems for efficient, cost-effective rural livelihood programs and new country expansion. Leadership and organizational capacity Strengthen engagement and leadership across country teams and build operational capacity to support growth and scale. KPI: Achieve ≥90% retention in critical roles and improve internal fill rate for leadership positions year of year. Skills and qualifications Minimum of 15 years of progressive leadership experience across international development, technology-enabled development programs, and/or large-scale non-profit organizations with experience spanning multiple areas strongly preferred. Graduate degree (MA/MSc preferred) in international development, business administration, public policy, technology management, or a related field. Deep experience with governance, compliance, and risk management in multi-country complex environments, including donor, regulatory, and government stakeholder requirements in complex political contexts. Demonstrated success scaling and managing complex operations, programs, or platforms across multiple geographies in Sub-Saharan Africa or similar emerging market contexts is required. Experience supporting or partnering on digital platforms, technology-enabled service delivery, or data-driven program models is a plus. Formal training or significant experience in financial management, project management,, and operational leadership. Demonstrated ability to lead with adaptability and resilience in fast-paced, evolving environments. Strong change leadership capabilities, with a track record of guiding global teams through ambiguity and transformation. Thrives in a high-growth, high-change environment with shifting priorities Demonstrates a bias for action while maintaining operational discipline. Brings a systems mindset, connecting strategy to execution across functions and geographies. Ability to develop and elevate leaders across diverse teams and geographies Builds a culture of trust, transparency, and high performance. Location travel This role involves close collaboration with global and country teams across Sub-Saharan Africa and the organization's headquarters in Toronto, Canada. The position may be based in one of RTV’s operational hubs, depending on the candidate's experience. This role requires regular international travel (~25-35%), including travel to rural and remote program locations. Suitable for leaders who are comfortable working across diverse environments and engaging directly with field teams, government partners, and communities. Raising The Village is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We highly encourage women candidates to apply.

Posted 3 weeks ago

The Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Driving Academy is pivotal in managing the company's operational frameworks while ensuring repeatable and sustainable growth. Reporting directly to the CEO, the COO oversees all operational departments, including Human Resources and IT. This role is responsible for driving revenue and location growth, and actively developing leadership within the organization. The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership and analytical skills, with a track record in multi-state operational success and a background in business principles.

Posted 3 weeks ago

Pass the Keys is seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to direct operations throughout its franchise network and assist the CEO in driving growth both in the UK and internationally. The COO will oversee the management team and take charge of daily business functions, allowing the CEO to focus on broader strategic initiatives. This role demands strong leadership, accountability, and exceptional strategic skills. Ideal candidates will have a high emotional intelligence and a passion for team success, with experience in franchising and property management being advantageous.

Posted 3 weeks ago

The Chief Operating Officer (COO) for a Cryptocurrency Exchange will be pivotal in launching and scaling operations within the cryptocurrency sector. Reporting directly to the Group CEO, this role encompasses establishing partnerships to drive customer acquisition, ensuring regulatory compliance, and optimizing business operations. Key objectives include building a cross-functional operations team, defining a licensing roadmap, and achieving operational break-even while creating a strong unique value proposition. The COO will also lead efforts in customer support, product rollout, and data analytics to enhance overall service excellence.

Posted 2 weeks ago

The Chief Operating Officer role focuses on Technology Risk, Governance, Transformation, and Client Office. This position entails translating CIO strategy into operating models and measurable outcomes across various domains such as risk management, client engagement, and organizational effectiveness. The COO acts as a strategic integrator, ensuring effective decision support and alignment among leadership. Key responsibilities include implementing workforce strategies, managing financial resources, fostering employee engagement, and maintaining robust communication with stakeholders. The role demands extensive executive experience and a background in tech operations, governance, and business management.

Posted 4 days ago

Objective Own the operational, financial, and executional backbone of the company so that the CEO can focus on vision, growth, and external relationships. The COO ensures the executive team executes against strategy with discipline — through OKRs, accountable leadership, sound financial management, and a well-run operating system — so the company scales predictably and profitably. KPI • 100% of departments reviewed monthly against KPIs, OKRs, and Health Indicators, with documented recommendations • Company profitability / EBITDA margin vs. plan • Budget variance (actual vs. forecast) held within an agreed threshold • Hiring bar maintained: consistent pass-rate against defined criteria and low early-tenure attrition on new hires • Resource allocation (comp and budget) demonstrably tied to priority and merit, validated in periodic audits • Executives satisfaction and retention across managed industry partnerships • Adoption and reliability of the company Work OS across teams Areas of Responsibility Executive Team Management Run regular executive team meetings Ensure every department sets OKRs and Health Indicators for department, team, and individual levels Hold department C-level executives accountable for quarterly OKR execution Analyze KPIs, OKRs, and Health Indicators across all departments monthly and recommend improvements Train and develop other executives Operations Team Management Own and maintain the company’s Work AI OS Provide leadership and direction to the Operations team Strategic Planning Execution Conduct strategic research for new internal projects Execute and control company strategy Partner closely with the CEO on company direction and decisions Resource Allocation Oversight Ensure compensation and budget allocation follow priority and merit Maintain a high, consistent hiring bar aligned with company principles Financial Management Track profitability and perform financial forecasting Manage budgeting, including departmental budgets Control and optimize income and expenses Drive financial planning by analyzing company performance and risk Partnerships Manage relationships with industry partners Provide onboarding support to partners Skills Strategic execution OKR/performance-management systems — able to translate strategy into measurable goals and cadences Financial acumen — P L ownership, budgeting, forecasting, and risk analysis Executive leadership coaching — holding senior peers accountable and developing them Operational systems design — building and running a company-wide Work AI OS Data-driven decision making — synthesizing KPIs/OKRs/health indicators into clear recommendations Cross-functional stakeholder management — aligning departments with competing priorities Partnership management — building and sustaining external strategic relationships Knowledge OKR, KPI, and health-indicator frameworks, and how to run them as a company-wide performance management system Financial statements, budgeting cycles, and forecasting methods suited to a professional-services /consulting business model Company operating-system methodologies and tooling and how to select and run one at scale Current state of the AI consulting and enterprise AI adoption market, so operational, hiring, and resourcing decisions track where the business is headed Experience 3+ years as an Associate Partner (or equivalent senior leadership role) at a top-tier strategy consultancy (McKinsey, BCG, or Bain), leading engagements on operating model design, organizational transformation, or performance management Prior experience operating (not just advising) inside a fast-growing company — having sat inside the business making the calls, not only recommending them Track record improving financial performance and risk visibility at a company-wide level, in a role with direct P L or budget accountability Experience building or scaling a company operating system/management cadence from the ground up in a company of comparable size and growth stage Background leading or working with distributed/remote, cross-border teams What We Offer Competitive compensation — a monthly base plus expansion revenue upside, stock options Fully remote — outcomes over attendance Unlimited PTO Full-time contractor engagement with a fast-growing AI consultancy at the forefront of enterprise transformation

Posted 4 days ago

Aspire Software is seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to provide operational leadership in a dynamic software environment. The COO will develop and implement strategic business plans across sales, marketing, and customer support, with a focus on operational excellence and an AI-forward mindset. Responsibilities include driving revenue growth, enhancing sales operations, and executing a customer success program. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in SaaS, cross-functional team management, and P&L oversight, and will demonstrate exceptional leadership and problem-solving skills.

Posted 5 days ago

Fidelity Personal Trust Company is seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to oversee operational elements and improve effectiveness through strategic initiatives. The role involves collaborating with management, ensuring compliance with regulations, and enhancing team workflows. Ideal candidates will possess extensive experience in operations, trust services, and leadership to deliver results. The position is pivotal in driving the operational success of FPTC, with a focus on regulatory adherence and process improvement.

Posted 5 days ago