Program & Operations Associate, Defending Inclusive Democracy

Charles F. Kettering Foundation; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Charles F. Kettering Foundation in Washington, DC is seeking a Program Associate to support the Defending Inclusive Democracy portfolio. You will help advance initiatives through strong project management, coordination, and information systems oversight.

Working closely with the Senior Program Officer, you will manage workflows, track deliverables, coordinate internal and external stakeholders, maintain CRM records, and support effective execution of the foundation’s priorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• 3–5 years in program coordination, nonprofit admin, or related fields.
• Experience drafting policy content and communicating complex information.
• Experience with Monday.com and CRM platforms preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate program activities and manage multiple initiatives.
• Develop and monitor project plans, timelines, and milestones.
• Prepare briefing materials and reports for leadership.
• Maintain CRM records and generate status updates.
• Support budgeting, travel, and meeting logistics.

Skills

Project management

CRM proficiency

Stakeholder coordination

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

Tools

Monday.com

CRM tools

Job description

The Charles F. Kettering Foundation in Washington, DC is seeking a Program Associate to support the Defending Inclusive Democracy portfolio. You will help advance initiatives through strong project management, coordination, and information systems oversight.

Working closely with the Senior Program Officer, you will manage workflows, track deliverables, coordinate internal and external stakeholders, maintain CRM records, and support effective execution of the foundation’s priorities.