Program Director

East Bay Community Foundation - Program Director; Addison Township (MI); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused non-profit organization in Michigan is seeking a Program Director to lead grantmaking strategies aligned with their mission. The role involves collaborating with the VP, managing initiatives, and building partnerships with community stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have a strong presence in community engagement and be involved in operational planning. Interested applicants should submit their resume and cover letter via email, detailing their relevant experience and motivation for joining the organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategy and design implementation across CIP department.
• Enhance community engagement aligning with economic freedom agenda.
• Prepare grant dockets and impact reports.

Job description

The Program Director is a senior leader within the Community Investment and Partnerships (CIP) department responsible for shaping, implementing, and evaluating key grantmaking strategies aligned to the Foundation’s mission. This role supports the VP in providing strategic direction for major portfolio areas, manages internal initiatives, and builds critical relationships with community partners, donors, and other stakeholders. The Program Director also plays a central role in inter- and cross-departmental leadership, communication, and collaboration efforts.

Core Responsibilities

• Partner to lead strategy, design, implementation, and evaluation across multiple thematic areas within the CIP department.
• Advance department direction of deep community engagement in alignment with EBCF’s broader economic freedom agenda.
• Help enhance and evaluate department success through operational planning and execution.
• Maintain a visible and influential presence in the community through public speaking, participation in forums and philanthropic and civic initiatives.
• Prepare grant dockets, impact reports, and other presentation materials for internal and external use.

To apply, please email a combined PDF or Microsoft Word file of a cover letter and resume to [e-mail] with the subject line: CIP Program Director.

In your cover letter, please share how your experience matches the job description and why you are interested in working for EBCF.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received.