Economic Power Program Officer - Workforce Equity

Paul M. Angell Family Foundation; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Dental & Vision

403b retirement plan

Parental leave

Professional development

Job summary

The Paul Angell Foundation seeks a Program Officer, Economic Power to lead grantmaking in financial resilience, living-wage pathways, and worker protections. You will steward grantees, conduct due diligence, and collaborate with staff, partners, and fellow funders to advance an equitable economy in Chicago and beyond.

The role emphasizes strategy, relationship-building, and data-driven evaluation within a hybrid work environment, requiring strong communication and project management skills.

Qualifications

• Seven+ years of relevant professional experience in related fields.
• Experience engaging communities facing barriers to economic mobility.
• Ability to manage multiple projects autonomously and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a diverse Economic Power grants portfolio and develop funding strategies.
• Conduct due diligence, site visits, and prepare board-ready funding recommendations.
• Engage with grantees, peer funders, and external partners to advance objectives.
• Support program administration, data reporting, and grant records accuracy.
• Collaborate on shaping and refining program priorities and strategy.

Skills

Workforce development

Worker rights

Economic mobility

Public policy

Nonprofit management

Tools

Grants management systems

Job description

The Paul Angell Foundation seeks a Program Officer, Economic Power to lead grantmaking in financial resilience, living-wage pathways, and worker protections. You will steward grantees, conduct due diligence, and collaborate with staff, partners, and fellow funders to advance an equitable economy in Chicago and beyond.

The role emphasizes strategy, relationship-building, and data-driven evaluation within a hybrid work environment, requiring strong communication and project management skills.