Program Officer, Economic Power & Workforce Equity

Paul Angell Foundation; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Paul Angell Foundation seeks a Program Officer, Economic Power to manage and strengthen its Economic Power grantmaking within the Social Impact Program. The role advances living-wage pathways, financial resilience, and small business support in Chicago and beyond.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in workforce development, grantmaking, and nonprofit program management, and thrive in a collaborative, growing philanthropic setting. Hybrid work is expected.

Qualifications

• Seven+ years of relevant professional experience in workforce development, philanthropy, or nonprofit program management.
• Experience engaging with communities facing barriers to economic mobility is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and grow a diverse Economic Power grants portfolio, ensuring alignment with strategy.
• Conduct due diligence, monitor proposals, and prepare funding recommendations for leadership.
• Build relationships with grantees, peer funders, public agencies, employers, and researchers.
• Lead program administration, data reporting, and compliance across grants.
• Collaborate with Director of Social Impact and team on strategic planning.

Skills

Grants management

Portfolio management

Stakeholder engagement

Research

Tools

Grants database

Job description

The Paul Angell Foundation seeks a Program Officer, Economic Power to manage and strengthen its Economic Power grantmaking within the Social Impact Program. The role advances living-wage pathways, financial resilience, and small business support in Chicago and beyond.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in workforce development, grantmaking, and nonprofit program management, and thrive in a collaborative, growing philanthropic setting. Hybrid work is expected.