Education Program Officer — Impact & Grantmaking

Crown Family Philanthropies; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Crown Family Philanthropies seeks a Program Officer, Education with seven years or more in education research, policy, and related work. You will help shape grants and strategies to improve early childhood education outcomes and kindergarten readiness, while providing thought leadership in the education sector.

The role emphasizes rigorous grantmaking operations, curiosity, and a commitment to impacting social outcomes within the Crown Family philanthropic framework.

Qualifications

• Seven years of education research, policy, and/or practical expertise.
• Strong interest in early childhood education and kindergarten readiness.
• Ability to manage grantmaking operations and provide thought leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead education-focused grantmaking and strategy.
• Provide sector insights and thought leadership in education.

Skills

Education policy expertise

Education research experience

Grantmaking operations management

Thought leadership in education

Job description

Crown Family Philanthropies seeks a Program Officer, Education with seven years or more in education research, policy, and related work. You will help shape grants and strategies to improve early childhood education outcomes and kindergarten readiness, while providing thought leadership in the education sector.

The role emphasizes rigorous grantmaking operations, curiosity, and a commitment to impacting social outcomes within the Crown Family philanthropic framework.