Program Associate, Packard Fellowships for Science & Engineering (DLPF)

The David and Lucile Packard Foundation; Los Altos (CA); Remote; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The David and Lucile Packard Foundation is seeking a Program Associate for the Packard Fellowships for Science & Engineering. The role provides grantmaking and program operations support, working with the Packard Fellows Program Manager and cross‑department colleagues.

The position will be remote to start and will require working onsite at our downtown Los Altos offices once reopened. Ideal candidates are organized, collaborative, and capable of handling multiple tasks to advance the

Job description

Program Associate, Packard Fellowships for Science & Engineering (DLPF)

Posted on January 29, 2021

The Packard Foundation is dedicated to improving the lives of children, families, and communities—and restoring and protecting our planet. Guided by the principles of our founders, we think big and serve with humility.

Our grantees are making positive change all over the world and in our own backyard. We are known for our work protecting the climate, oceans, and land and for advancing reproductive health and rights. We also work hard to ensure that all children and families have what they need to succeed. Our capacity‑building projects help non‑profit leaders build more powerful and impactful organizations and movements.

People join the Packard Foundation because they believe in our mission. They stay for the community of talented and thoughtful colleagues who care deeply about making a meaningful impact. Advancing diversity, equity and inclusion is central to all our endeavors. We are committed to continually improving our efforts tolift updiverse voices, to advocate for justice and to foster inclusivity -- both within the Foundation and in our grantmaking.

ABOUT THE POSITION

As the Program Associate, you will be responsible for grantmaking and program operations, working in close collaboration with the Packard Fellows Program Manager, foundation colleagues across departments, the Packard Fellows Advisory Panel, and our community of Packard Fellows.
This position reports to the Packard Fellows Program Manager. The role will be remote to start, but will require working onsite at the Foundation offices in downtown Los Altos, California once the Foundation offices reopen.

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