Program Operations Manager

Overdeck Family Foundation - New York City, NY; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A New York-based philanthropic organization is seeking a strategic thinker to support its grantmaking efforts. The role involves managing operational systems, conducting due diligence on potential grantees, and identifying new grantees to advance strategic initiatives. This position is perfect for passionate project managers committed to fostering education philanthropy. Applications are accepted until April 18, 2025.

Qualifications

• Strategic thinking and project management skills.
• Passion for education philanthropy.
• Ability to manage operational systems and streamline workflows.

Responsibilities

• Manage operational systems for the Program team.
• Conduct due diligence on potential grantees.
• Assess organizational capacity and strategic alignment.

Job description

Overdeck Family Foundation is introducing this role to strengthen its grantmaking efforts across portfolios and provide support for cross-portfolio projects and strategic initiatives. The individual in this position will play a critical role in ensuring the efficient operation of the Foundation’s Program team by managing operational systems, streamlining workflows, and advancing the grantmaking process to align with strategic priorities. Reporting to the Senior Director, Grantmaking, the role focuses on conducting due diligence on potential grantees, assessing organizational capacity and strategic alignment, synthesizing insights to inform decision-making, and identifying new grantees to advance cross-portfolio strategies.

This role offers a unique opportunity to shape how the Foundation leverages its grantmaking resources and ensures continuity across portfolios, making it ideal for candidates who are strategic thinkers, skilled project managers, and passionate champions for education philanthropy.

The preferred application deadline for this position is April 18, 2025. Note that we do not guarantee review of applications after this date.

Nadira Fant published this page in Job Board 2025-03-26 16:50:49 -0400