Racial Equity Program Lead — Systems Change & Healing

The W.K. Kellogg Foundation; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The W.K. Kellogg Foundation seeks a Program Officer focused on Racial Equity to identify and nurture opportunities for systemic change, leading program execution and managing partnerships.

The role engages with national collaborators and external partners to advance equity across education, food and health, and family economic security. Ideal candidates bring 8+ years of racial equity leadership, strong collaboration skills, and the ability to translate strategy into action within a diverse,

Qualifications

• 8+ years leading racial equity work.
• Ability to co-create solutions and draft strategies.
• Experience in community engagement and coalition building.
• Comfort translating concepts into actionable programs and initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Identify and nurture opportunities to support racial equity and healing.
• Lead on-the-ground execution of program efforts in racial equity.
• Manage a portfolio including national collaborations and partnerships.
• Develop external partnerships with foundations, government agencies, and decision-makers to advance equity.

Skills

Racial equity leadership

Strategic partnership

Facilitation

Community engagement

Coalition building

Nonprofit leadership

Job description

The W.K. Kellogg Foundation seeks a Program Officer focused on Racial Equity to identify and nurture opportunities for systemic change, leading program execution and managing partnerships.

The role engages with national collaborators and external partners to advance equity across education, food and health, and family economic security. Ideal candidates bring 8+ years of racial equity leadership, strong collaboration skills, and the ability to translate strategy into action within a diverse,