Program Officer

Tauck Family Foundation Program Officer

The ideal candidate is a collaborative, adaptable self-starter who is equally comfortable managing details and contributing as a thoughtful partner in advancing the Foundation's mission. They will foster strong working relationships, a high level of mutual trust, and effective channels of communication with colleagues including grantees, Board and family members, other funders, and collaborators. They are a highly organized, proactive relationship-builder with at least five years of program or grantmaking experience, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to synthesize complex information into clear strategy and action.

This individual will manage a portfolio of grantees – sourcing, vetting, and supporting partners while maintaining positive and consistent relationships that demonstrate a genuine commitment to their success. They will bring rigor to performance management by developing dashboards, tracking outcomes, and using data within the Foundation's grantmaking system Foundant as well as utilizing field insights to continuously refine strategy. They will also play a key role in governance, preparing board materials, facilitating engagement opportunities, and ensuring clear, compelling communications across stakeholders.

Responsibilities include strategy, planning, and performance management; grantmaking; governance and board relations; and communications and external relations.

Qualifications include a bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience, 5+ years' experience managing programs or initiatives, demonstrated record of building relationships and facilitating conversations with a variety of stakeholders across diverse communities, strong written and verbal communication skills, and adaptability, collaboration, and flexibility within a fast-paced environment.

Compensation and benefits include a salary range of $85,000-$115,000 dependent on relevant qualifications and experience, and benefits including individual health insurance benefits, 401k retirement plan, short-term disability insurance, and professional development opportunities.

Equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

To apply, submit a resume and a compelling letter of interest via email. Send cover letter and resume as ONE PDF DOCUMENT titled "LAST NAME TFF SEARCH" to View email address on click.appcast.io. Please title emails as TFF PROGRAM OFFICER SEARCH in the subject line. Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled.