The Hartford Foundation for Public Giving seeks to fill a key position supporting grantmaking and implementation of the Foundation’s strategic plan, Accelerate Success.
The Program Associate will contribute to research, writing, development of conceptual frameworks to support the Foundation’s commitment to build capacity, promote best practices, and strengthen public policy in the area of education and child, youth and community development. The Program Associate will also provide administrative support for the Foundation’s grantmaking and special initiatives.
The Program Associate will:
- Conduct research and prepare written analyses of issues, policies, programs, budgets and potential Foundation investments, particularly in the areas of education and community development;
- Track and analyze various legislative, programmatic and budget proposals affecting or potentially affecting educational opportunity in the areas served by the Foundation;
- Support the Foundation’s grantmaking by serving as a liaison between Foundation staff and grant applicants, grantees, community partners and donors, and responding to requests for information, materials, and meetings;
- Plan and coordinate meetings and events, compiling and disseminating related information, managing meeting logistics and preparing meeting agendas, notices, materials and minutes;
- Provide general administrative support, including writing, editing, proofreading and preparing material for publication and internal use, developing and maintaining complex detail and information systems, maintaining budget and expense information, making travel arrangements.
This position requires frequent interaction with community leaders, public officials, and staff of community organizations on behalf of the Foundation.
Your qualifications:
- A commitment to the Foundation’s mission and values;
- Proven ability to research complex topics and efficiently provide relevant, accurate, and complete information;
- Significant analytical experience on both qualitative and quantitative dimensions, including a thorough understanding of budgets;
- Demonstrated ability to see both “the big picture” – understanding how various aspects of work relate to achievement of an organization’s mission – and the varied details required to execute a plan successfully;
- A high degree of skill in retaining and reporting accurately details associated with multiple simultaneous projects;
- A clear track record of efficiently delivering high-quality results and earned reputation for initiative, “ownership of results”, excellence, professionalism and integrity;
- Proven ability to produce quality work on time while managing multiple priorities;
- Proven track record, representing well organizations with diverse constituents and partners;
- Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and diplomacy;
- Excellent written, oral, interpersonal, listening and communications skills Expert level knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Internet Explorer, Outlook, Access, PowerPoint) and data/information management;
- Bachelor’s degree with a solid academic record and 5 years relevant experience, Master’s degree preferred;
- Flexibility to work evenings and/or weekends on occasion.
To apply:
Please send a detailed, thoughtful cover letter explaining how your education and experience qualify you for this position, along with a description of why it is of interest to you, and your salary requirements, along with your resume, to:
Janis Peyton
Administrative Assistant
Hartford Foundation for Public Giving
jpeyton@hfpg.org
Posted: January 3, 2012