Program Operations Director

Bush Foundation - Saint Paul, MN; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit foundation in Saint Paul, MN is seeking a Program Operations Director to oversee grantmaking operations, ensuring that systems and practices are equitable and community-focused. The role will involve providing visionary direction to the Program Operations team and leading cross-Foundation initiatives to drive innovation and impact. Crucial skills include proven experience in grants management and a commitment to equity. This position offers an opportunity to significantly influence the Foundation's mission in the communities served.

Qualifications

• Proven experience overseeing grantmaking operations.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent understanding of equity and community-focused practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee grants management and program operations.
• Ensure systems and practices are streamlined and values-aligned.
• Lead cross-Foundation initiatives and foster collaboration.

Job description

The eight-member Program Operations team plays a central role in the Foundation, providing leadership, expertise, and coordination in org-wide operations, technology and grantmaking processes. Their work ensures that every member of the Foundation has the resources, information, and support needed to deliver their best work. The Program Operations team ensures that the Foundation’s grantmaking and operations practices are equitable, simple, supportive, and strategic, ensuring the greatest possible impact for the communities the Bush Foundation serves.

The Program Operations Director will be at the hub of a wide array of strategic, technical, legal, financial, regulatory, and administrative priorities, advancing the Foundation’s mission by overseeing grantmaking operations and processes. Key responsibilities include oversight of grants management, program operations and technology to ensure our systems and practices are streamlined, values-aligned, and community-focused. This leader will provide visionary direction and day-to-day guidance to the Program Operations team in all these areas while ensuring our policies and practices demonstrate the Foundation’s values of equity and excellence.
As a member of the “Management Team,” the Program Operations Director will lead cross-Foundation initiatives, convene and participate in both formal and informal working groups, and foster collaboration that drives innovation and impact.