Program Officer, Philanthropy

Program Officer

We are seeking a dynamic, passionate and experienced Program Officer to join our Philanthropy team. This role involves working closely with our philanthropic partners to develop, manage, and evaluate programs that maximize social impact. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of philanthropy, program management, and grantmaking. Your role will be to provide our clients with innovative, thoughtful, and high‑impact solutions to their philanthropic challenges and ambitions.

$30.00/hr – $35.00/hr

Contract (temporary‑to‑hire opportunity). Position is Tuesday‑Friday, 36‑40 hours/week.

• Competitive Medical Insurance
• Dental, Vision, STD, Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Employee health and wellness programs
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401K with company match
• Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay
• Employee incentives
• Training and development opportunities
• Workplace celebrations
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee discounts

• Develop and implement strategic philanthropic programs that align with our mission and goals. This includes identifying opportunities, developing proposals, and managing grants.
• Provide expert advice and guidance to our clients on philanthropic strategies, trends, and best practices.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of our philanthropic programs, using data and metrics to inform decision‑making and improve outcomes.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with our clients, grantees, and partners in the philanthropic sector.
• Represent our organization at industry events, conferences, and meetings, promoting our work and seeking opportunities for collaboration.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment and integration of philanthropic programs with other organizational initiatives.
• Stay abreast of trends and developments in the philanthropic sector, using this knowledge to inform our work and advise our clients.

• A minimum of 5+ years of experience as a program officer in the philanthropic sector, with a focus on strategic planning, grant‑making, and program development.
• Proven experience in philanthropic consulting, with a strong track record of developing and implementing successful philanthropic programs.
• Deep knowledge of the nonprofit sector, including trends, challenges, and opportunities.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to use data and metrics to inform decision‑making and improve outcomes.
• Exceptional relationship‑building skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly and persuasively articulate complex ideas and strategies.
• A commitment to social change and a passion for our mission.
• A bachelor's degree in a relevant field. A master's degree or equivalent experience is preferred.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

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