The Jane and Daniel Och Family Foundation
Program Officer
New York, NY
Salary: $120,000-$140,000
BACKGROUND
The Organization
The Jane and Daniel Och Family Foundation (the “Foundation”) is a private family foundation with an office in New York City. The Foundation is dedicated to fostering strong and vibrant communities by expanding access to education and economic opportunity, improving public health and health care delivery, and fostering cultural identity and heritage. The Foundation focuses its grantmaking in three main portfolios: education and economic mobility, Jewish Life and supporting Israel, and health and science. The Foundation grants between $25-$30M/year.
The Position
The Foundation seeks to hire a Program Officer to work closely with the Executive Director of the Foundation across all aspects of day-to-day operations. This is a newly-added position to support the Foundation’s work and is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to increase their experience in the field of philanthropy and deepen their knowledge of the nonprofit sector. The Program Officer will have the opportunity to think big, innovate and ideate, while also getting into the details of grant management and processing.
ROLE OVERVIEW
Program Management
- Source potential organizations for grants and conduct initial review of organizations
- Provide feedback and analysis to guide recommendations to the Foundation’s trustees
- Maintain positive relationships with grantees, related organizations, other foundations, and the Foundation’s trustees
- Develop and/or edit written materials, presentations, agendas, data representations, and other materials for trusteee meetings
- Partner with the Executive Director in making the Foundation a learning organization, sharing relevant insights, learnings, and observations
- Manage bi-weekly summary of activity for family office management meetings
Internal Operations and Process Management
- Maintain grantmaking policies, processes, and tools
- Manage grant agreement process and ensure timely completion of agreements
- Identify opportunities to adapt and enhance the Foundation’s operational and administrative activities
- Assist with event-planning logistics, as needed
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
Communicates Effectively
Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences
Situational Adaptability
Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations
Manages Ambiguity
Operating effectively, even when things are not certain, or the way forward is not clear
Stakeholder Focus
Building strong stakeholder relationships and delivering targeted solutions
Optimizes Work Processes
Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement
Instills Trust
Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity
The ideal candidate for the Program Officer position possesses the following competencies:
Additional Qualifications
Research and Analytical Skills:
- Minimum of 5 years demonstrated experience analyzing data and research, synthesizing insights and elevating important learnings
- Previous experience applying critical and strategic thinking into practice by identifying opportunities for action and/or the most important questions for further exploration
- Ability to effectively create and manage data-focused reports and Excel spreadsheets
Project Management Skills and Attention to Detail:
- Ability to meet and balance multiple deadlines, deliverables, and project objectives simultaneously, effectively, and independently
- Strong detail orientation and dedication to quality
Communication Skills:
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills
- Ability to articulate clear and succinct recommendations backed up by the most important data and rationale
- Ability to build strong and trust-based relationships with Foundation trustees, Executive Director, grantees, and other stakeholders.
Personal Qualities and Characteristics:
- Interest in joining a start-up foundation which relies on a diverse set of skills
- Willingness to be as hands-on, as necessary
- Strong customer service orientation and savvy relationship management skills
- Curiosity, interest, and commitment to the priority giving areas of the Foundation
- The humility, interpersonal approach, and discretion to represent the Foundation and its work
WHO WE ARE
Work Environment
The Jane and Daniel Och Family Foundation operates out of Willoughby Capital’s offices in midtown. Team members are expected to be in the office four days a week. Willoughby Capital Holdings, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Salary: $120,000-$140,000
- Generous low-cost medical, dental, and vision for employees
- 20 days paid time off
- Generous annual holiday schedule
- Company 401k contribution based on your salary
- Matching charitable gifts program
Dara Klarfeld
CEO
Jessica Hammerman
Managing Director, Search
Merav Schwartz
Associate
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