Grantmaking Lead: Human Rights & Global Economy

The SAGE Fund

Baltimore (MD)

Hybrid

USD 65,000 - 95,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

The SAGE Fund seeks a Program Officer to shape its grantmaking in support of human rights in the global economy. Based in Baltimore and with the Director and Program Associate, you will vet grantees, review proposals, and develop funding strategies while maintaining close relationships with NGOs and partners.

You will analyze opportunities, propose thematic grant areas, and ensure high-impact investments by building collaborations and evaluating outcomes.

Qualifications

Minimum five years program experience in a human rights, social justice or grantmaking organization working on issues related to human rights in the global economy.
Graduate degree or equivalent experience in law, public policy, social sciences or a related field.
Experience working in or with human rights organizations.
Demonstrated expertise in issues related to rights in the global economy: corporate accountability, economic and social rights, natural resources, and/or development.
Strong external relationship skills with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Develop grantmaking priorities, themes and projects; researching emerging issues.
Identify and vet strong proposals; evaluate concept notes; develop thematic grant areas.
Engage with potential grantees; support project development and strengthening.
Evaluate grant proposals; conduct due diligence; prepare written recommendations.
Cultivate relationships with grantees and field colleagues; monitor progress and funding.
Lead site visits and meetings; serve as primary contact with grantees.
Build evaluative systems to ensure grantees meet goals.
Travel in US and internationally up to 25% of the year.