Program Manager, Arts and Creativity

The Boston Foundation - Boston, MA; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boston Foundation in Boston, MA, is seeking a Program Manager to provide operational and administrative support for the Foundation’s Arts & Creativity focus area. This role involves managing key processes and coordinating communication with various stakeholders to ensure effective program execution.

The Program Manager will support equitable grantmaking practices and contribute to community sustainability, primarily serving BIPOC communities. The position is pivotal in advancing the Foundation’s vision of community wealth.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational, administrative, and project coordination support.
• Manage key administrative processes related to grantmaking.
• Coordinate communication with internal and external stakeholders.

Job description

The Program Manager provides operational, administrative, and project coordination support for the Foundation’s Arts & Creativity focus area within the broader Community Wealth strategy. Working closely with the Director of Arts & Creativity, this role manages key administrative processes, supports grantmaking operations, maintains data and workflow systems, and coordinates communication with internal teams, external partners, and community stakeholders to ensure the effective execution of programs and initiatives.

Working collaboratively across Foundation departments and with community partners, the Program Manager supports the Foundation’s vision of community wealth by helping advance equitable grantmaking practices and operational excellence in service of BIPOC communities and long-term community sustainability.

This position also supports the Foundation’s broader Community Wealth vision: that BIPOC residents own and control the critical assets that contribute to community enrichment, stability, and long-term sustainability.