Education Program Associate: Grants & Research

Barr Foundation - Boston, MA; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Barr Foundation in Boston seeks a program associate to support the Education team's grantmaking, external relationships, research, and convenings, reporting to the senior program officer. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities with strong written and interpersonal skills.

This full-time role offers generous benefits and opportunities to contribute to education, climate, and arts initiatives across New England.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, including proven writing and editing ability.
• Demonstrated ability to identify, collect, organize and synthesize information from various data sources.
• Professional demeanor and attitude and strong interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to bring sound judgement and discretion to handling of confidential information.
• Ability to work well individually, as part of a team, and with diverse communities.
• Self-motivated, with strong problem-solving abilities and a strong attention to detail.
• Exceptional organizational skills; demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite, social media, and other technology; experience with database systems.
• Interest in developing public speaking and presentation skills for engagement with small and large groups.
• Comfort working in a diverse team setting, with a commitment to issues of equity and inclusion.
• 2-4 years of relevant work experience, experience in education, nonprofit or philanthropic organizations is a plus.
• A bachelor’s degree is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide programmatic and administrative support to the Education team managing grantmaking, external relationships, research and convenings.
• Assist in budget and operations management for the Education team.
• Draft grant recommendations for board review and monitor grantee activity and reporting.
• Plan and support grantee convenings, site visits, and special projects.

Skills

Excellent communication

Writing and editing

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Social media

Database systems

Job description

Barr Foundation in Boston seeks a program associate to support the Education team's grantmaking, external relationships, research, and convenings, reporting to the senior program officer. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities with strong written and interpersonal skills.

This full-time role offers generous benefits and opportunities to contribute to education, climate, and arts initiatives across New England.