Program Officer, Vibrant & Equitable Communities (MF)

McKnight Foundation; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The McKnight Foundation seeks a Program Officer for the Vibrant & Equitable Communities (VEC) Program, reporting to the VEC Program Director and working closely with the Foundation’s Midwest Climate & Energy Program.

The Program Officer will develop and implement grantmaking to increase statewide infrastructure and capacity, engage diverse people, and create platforms for broader participation in movements toward vibrant, equitable communities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement grantmaking for the Vibrant & Equitable Communities program.
• Collaborate with the Midwest Climate & Energy Program and Foundation staff to advance shared goals.

Job description

The McKnight Foundation, a family foundation based in Minnesota, advances a more just, creative, and abundant future where people and planet thrive.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The McKnight Foundation seeks a Program Officer for the Vibrant & Equitable Communities (VEC) Program, who will report directly to the VEC Program Director and will work closely with the Foundation’s Midwest Climate & Energy Program. The Program Officer will be responsible for developing and implementing grantmaking and related efforts that will increase statewide infrastructure and capacity to build power, engage diverse people in advancing our shared prosperity, and create platforms for broader participation in movements to realize vibrant, equitable communities.

Broadly, the Foundation seeks applicants for this role with experience in and with philanthropy, nonprofit organizations, or government. Specifically, individuals with professional work experience in community with state-based networks, political campaigns, or grassroots movement building – are encouraged to apply. Experience working with a board of directors and donors is preferred, as is experience working with a family board of directors.