Chief Executive Officer

Health Federation of Philadelphia (HFP) is a mission-driven, nonprofit public health organization whose goal is to advance population health by promoting access to high-quality, integrated, comprehensive and equitable health and human services.

Stemming from its founding in 1983 as a membership organization of Community Health Centers, HFP continues to partner with its members to improve the quality and accessibility of comprehensive, coordinated primary health care, including behavioral support, for vulnerable populations. HFP supports their members with advocacy, professional and program development, individualized consultation, and opportunities for shared learning.

Over time, HFP has developed solutions to address unmet population health needs and disparities by identifying and testing new approaches in collaboration with other health and human services organizations, including government health agencies. HFP’s areas of expertise include community-oriented, integrated primary care; quality improvement; health information technology and data management; trauma-informed practice; infectious and chronic disease treatment and control; and early childhood development. HFP’s efforts to improve community health and well-being have been supported by philanthropic institutions and by government agencies such as the Health Resources and Services Agency (HRSA) and Administration for Children and Families.

As HFP’s experience in community-based health care has grown, they have increasingly provided professional development and other capacity building technical assistance services that help other organizations operate more efficiently and effectively. HFP shares their knowledge about best practices through customized consulting; administrative and technological support; and advocating for policies that support their partners’ work throughout the Philadelphia region and far beyond.

Mission:

The Health Federation of Philadelphia promotes community health by advancing access to high-quality, integrated, comprehensive health and human services.

The Health Federation of Philadelphia serves as a keystone supporting a network of Community Health Centers as well as the broader base of public and private-sector organizations that deliver healthcare, public health and human services to vulnerable populations. We take a collaborative approach to promoting health by:

• Improving access to and quality of healthcare
• Developing stronger linkages for better coordination of care
• Identifying, testing and implementing solutions to health disparities
• Providing training and technical assistance to help other organizations operate more efficiently and effectively to meet community needs

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The Opportunity

The Health Federation of Philadelphia (HFP) seeks a visionary, collaborative, and mission-driven Chief Executive Officer to guide the organization through its next chapter of impact and growth. For more than four decades, HFP has served as a trusted partner and convening force in advancing healthier communities across the Philadelphia region by working at the intersection of public health, primary care, behavioral health, workforce development, family and youth services, and human services. HFP is recognized for its commitment to health equity, innovation, partnership, and measurable community impact.

As HFP prepares for a leadership transition following a long-tenured and respected CEO, the organization seeks a leader who can honor its legacy while helping define an ambitious future. The next CEO will steward a complex, mission-driven organization, strengthen its position as a respected regional thought leader, expand strategic partnerships and funding opportunities, and ensure that HFP remains a catalyst for improving health outcomes and advancing equity across diverse communities.

The next Chief Executive Officer will inherit an organization with a strong reputation, deep community relationships, talented staff, and a broad portfolio of programs and services. At the same time, the organization faces an increasingly complex policy and funding environment that requires strategic focus, adaptive leadership, and disciplined stewardship.

The CEO will be responsible for navigating a changing landscape that includes evolving public policy, government funding uncertainty, workforce challenges, and increasing demand for community-centered health solutions. Success will require balancing continuity and innovation, building trust across stakeholders, investing in people and culture, and ensuring that HFP remains financially sustainable and mission-focused.

This is an extraordinary opportunity to lead a highly respected organization whose work touches nearly every aspect of community health and well-bein