Programs Associate

Mortimer & Mimi Levitt Foundation; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mortimer & Mimi Levitt Foundation seeks a Programs Associate to provide high-level administrative support to the Programs team, coordinating grantmaking cycles, database management, record maintenance, and grant application processing. This role also helps coordinate national Levitt network activities, including national convenings and program initiatives.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, has strong writing and analytical skills, and enjoys collaborative work.

Qualifications

• Experience providing high-level administrative support.
• Ability to manage grant-related processes.
• Strong writing and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate administrative processes supporting grantmaking cycles, database management, record maintenance, and grant application processing.
• Coordinate national Levitt network activities including convenings and program initiatives.
• Travel may be required.

Skills

Administrative skills

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Job description

The Mortimer & Mimi Levitt Foundation is a national social impact funder that partners with nonprofits to build thriving, more connected communities through the power of free, live music. We realize our mission of building community through music through two core programs: the Levitt venue program and the Levitt AMP [Your City] Grant Awards, a multi-year grants program. In 2022, more than 500 free outdoor Levitt concerts are taking place in 25 towns and cities across America, bringing joy to more than 750,000 people of all ages and backgrounds.

The Levitt Foundation is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) throughout our organization and all aspects of our work, recognizing this commitment as essential to realizing the Levitt mission. Our commitment to EDI fosters a culture where team members can truly belong, contribute, and grow. We believe in the value of every individual and encourage applications from people of any age, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, and any other characteristic or identity. To learn more about the Levitt Foundation and the national Levitt network, visit levitt.org.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Levitt Foundation seeks a self-motivated and highly organized Programs Associate to join a collaborative team environment, providing high-level administrative support to the Programs team through a range of tasks, including coordinating multiple aspects of the administrative processes that support the organization’s grantmaking cycles, database management, record maintenance, and grant application processing. This position will also help coordinate various national Levitt network activities related to Levitt’s mission-driven work, including national convenings and collaborative, network-wide program initiatives.

The ideal candidate has a high aptitude for administrative responsibilities, as well as a strong work ethic, enjoys dynamic problem-solving, and is detailed-oriented. Excellent writing, analytical, and interpersonal skills are a must, along with a passion for Levitt’s mission of supporting free, outdoor concerts as a means to revitalize public spaces and invigorate community life. This is a full-time, non-exempt position that may require some travel.

COMPENSATION

$26.00 - $28.85/hour; commensurate with experience