What is a Fractional COO — and Does Your Nonprofit Need One?
As nonprofits scale, leaders often hit a wall: the mission is growing, but operations are falling apart behind the scenes. You need someone to bring structure, strategy, and stability—but you may not have the budget for a full-time Chief Operating Officer (COO).
That’s where a Fractional COO comes in.
What is a Fractional COO?
A Fractional COO is an experienced operations leader who works with your organization on a part-time or contract basis. You get executive-level support—without the full-time salary commitment.
They help you:
Align programs and operations with your strategic goals
Build and optimize systems and workflows
Manage cross-functional teams and priorities
Drive accountability across departments
Think of them as your right hand, without the overhead.
What Does a Fractional COO Do for a Nonprofit?
Every engagement looks different, but here are some examples of how a fractional COO might support your team:
Audit and streamline internal systems (project management, HR, finance)
Oversee the implementation of tools like Asana or Monday.com
Manage cross-departmental projects or grant-funded initiatives
Develop SOPs, dashboards, and key performance indicators
Support hiring, onboarding, and team capacity planning
They bring a strategy + execution mindset—bridging the gap between vision and day-to-day operations.
Signs You Might Need a Fractional COO
Your team is growing, but you're still in reactive mode
You're applying for larger grants, but your systems can’t keep up
You’re spending more time fixing internal issues than leading your mission
Projects are delayed or disorganized—and no one’s quite sure why
You need help building a sustainable infrastructure
If you’re nodding “yes” to any of these, you’re not alone. Many growing nonprofits reach this stage—and it’s a sign you’re ready to scale.
What It’s Like to Work With Aujedi Consulting
At Aujedi, we serve as Fractional COOs for nonprofits ready to streamline their operations and scale their impact. We don’t just give advice, we roll up our sleeves and help implement lasting change.
Our clients get:
A dedicated project manager and strategist
Monthly strategy calls and weekly action plans
SOP development, tool setup, and team training
Ready to explore what a Fractional COO could look like for your team?
Let’s talk about your goals and how we can help you reach them without burning out.
