JOB POSTING:Program Officer Stoneleigh Foundation

Program Officer

Stoneleigh Foundation 
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Summary: Full-time Program Officer who will be responsible for strategic program development (researching, evaluating, organizing and fostering new fellowship proposals) and for providing support to the current fellows.

Primary Responsibilities

• Stay current and aware of new research, information, best practices, innovations and thinking particularly in the child welfare field, one of Stoneleigh’s primary areas of interest
• Pursue opportunities for new fellowships that advance Stoneleigh’s mission
• Monitor and support the work of an assigned group of Fellows. This includes regular communication, in-person meetings, active participation on advisory committees and financial tracking.
• Write or contribute to reports and commentaries related to the work of the Fellows and the Foundation.
• Work as part of an internal team to build the visibility, awareness and familiarity of Stoneleigh and its work
• Prepare materials for Board of Directors as necessary
• Support the Executive Director

Other Responsibilities

• Attend meetings and conferences to stay current in the fields of funding interest (some travel is expected)
• Develop opportunities to disseminate the work of the Fellows to maximize their broader impact on policy and practice
• Develop and maintain relationships with practitioners, funders, researchers in fields of interest; make connections that will help Fellows and the Foundation achieve their goals
• Respond to emerging opportunities and needs within the fields of interest and systems serving Stoneleigh’s target population
• Assist in the selection and supervision of interns as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Education: Master’s level degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. Public Policy, Social Work, Law, Education)
• Several years of experience in the philanthropic sector preferred
• Professional experience covering various U.S. children and youth programming and policy efforts
• Experience with strategic program development
• Professional experience working to effect policy and systems reform
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organization, prioritization, judgment, and time management skills
• Strong interpersonal skills, including confidentiality, diplomacy, and tact; Strong work ethic and personal integrity; Ability to represent Stoneleigh Foundation externally
• Flexible and team oriented
• Above average computer proficiency

Application Instructions

How to Apply (no calls or inquiries) : Email to info@stoneleighfoundation.org in a single submission your cover letter, resume, and names and contact information for at least three references. Only complete applications will be reviewed.

Application Deadline: Friday, May 11, 2012