kpCompanies is partnering with the Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation to find its next Program Officer.
Are you passionate about community impact and equity? Do you excel in relationship building, grantmaking, and facilitating community-led initiatives? If you're a strategic thinker, experienced in community engagement, and ready to advance racial, social, and economic justice, we'd love to hear from you!
Please note: The Foundation envisions this role evolving over time and that the successful candidate will hold the position for a tenure of no more than 7 years.
THE ORGANIZATION: SAINT PAUL & MINNESOTA FOUNDATION
Mission
The Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation stands alongside communities to address systemic inequities and advance community-led solutions. The Foundation works closely with nonprofit organizations across Minnesota to strengthen communities through grantmaking, advocacy, and engagement initiatives.
Vision
We envision a just, inclusive, and equitable Minnesota where every person, regardless of their background or circumstances, can thrive. Our work is grounded in collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to dismantling oppression and fostering opportunity.
Values
At Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation, our values guide everything we do:
POSITION SUMMARY
The Program Officer plays a pivotal role in collaborating with community leaders, nonprofit organizations, and internal stakeholders to advance equity-focused initiatives. They are key facilitators of participatory grantmaking, aligning the Foundation's resources and processes with community priorities. The Program Officer will manage relationships, support grantmaking, and promote a culture of learning and innovation.
REPORTING STRUCTURE
The Program Officer reports directly to the Director of Advocacy, Community Engagement, and Equity (ACE) and works closely with the Community Impact team.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Community Partnership
Program Management & Administration
Communication
Project Planning and Implementation
Strategic Support
Board & Governance
QUALIFICATIONS
Below are some of the typical requirements for the Program Officer. We recognize that skill sets can be a complex combination of experiences. Even if your background does not exactly match these requirements but you have a passion for our work, we would love to hear from you and we recognize the value of transferable skills.
Experience
Skills and Abilities
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND TRAVEL
The Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation operates in a hybrid work environment, with a mix of in-person and virtual engagements. Occasional participation in on-site meetings and community events is expected.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and salary expectations here no later than 9:00 pm on Sunday, November 3, 2024. Please be aware that this role is a strategic position with a tenure of up to 7 years.
EQUITY AND SALARY DISCLOSURE
Salary: $95,000
We believe in practices that create real equity and pay parity regardless of background or identity. We freely discuss compensation with all qualified candidates the first time we interview them. Saving the salary discussion for the first conversation allows us to understand the needs of each candidate fully and to ensure that qualified candidates, even those who’ve historically been overlooked and/or underpaid, don’t self-select out of the processes based on salary alone, as our experience and research suggest. In addition to those who opt out, because they fear the salary may be out of reach for them, we equally don’t want to miss out on conversations with candidates who are slightly over the range when, in some cases, the total compensation, including factors such as bonuses, flexibility, and better health benefits, etc., may exceed expectations.
Finally, as a search firm, we always look for top-notch talent to introduce to our clients. Should the salary or any other requirement not be fit, there is often a chance that someone on our team is working on another position that may be a better fit for you.
If you would like to discuss your qualifications for this role and salary and compensation, call kpCompanies, and we’d be happy to discuss.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation and kpCompanies are equal-opportunity employers. All employees and applicants for employment are afforded equal opportunity in every area of hiring and employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender identity, age, disability, mental illness, sexual orientation, genetics, military/veteran status, citizenship, arrest record, and any other legally protected characteristic.
All submissions are received in the strictest confidence.
kpCompanies is partnering with the Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation to find its next Program Officer.
Are you passionate about community impact and equity? Do you excel in relationship building, grantmaking, and facilitating community-led initiatives? If you're a strategic thinker, experienced in community engagement, and ready to advance racial, social, and economic justice, we'd love to hear from you!
Please note: The Foundation envisions this role evolving over time and that the successful candidate will hold the position for a tenure of no more than 7 years.
THE ORGANIZATION: SAINT PAUL & MINNESOTA FOUNDATION
Mission
The Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation stands alongside communities to address systemic inequities and advance community-led solutions. The Foundation works closely with nonprofit organizations across Minnesota to strengthen communities through grantmaking, advocacy, and engagement initiatives.
Vision
We…