Rural Early Childhood Programs Lead

The Ford Family Foundation; Roseburg (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ford Family Foundation, based in Roseburg, Oregon, is seeking a Program Officer to lead efforts promoting early childhood success, including kindergarten readiness and alignment from preschool to third grade. The role emphasizes cross-system collaboration to strengthen supports for rural children prenatal to age 8.

Ideal candidates have 5–7 years in early learning or child health/welfare, a bachelor’s degree, and a graduate degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in early childhood development or health/welfare systems is preferred.
• Understanding of rural contexts and challenges is essential.
• Strong collaboration and partnership-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and implement the Foundation’s work to promote early childhood success and kindergarten readiness.
• Collaborate with program officers and external partners to strengthen supports for children prenatal to age 8 in rural areas.
• Support cross-cutting initiatives across systems (public, private, nonprofit) to improve outcomes and equity.
• Travel within Oregon and Siskiyou County, California as needed.

Job description

The Ford Family Foundation, based in Roseburg, Oregon, is seeking a Program Officer to lead efforts promoting early childhood success, including kindergarten readiness and alignment from preschool to third grade. The role emphasizes cross-system collaboration to strengthen supports for rural children prenatal to age 8.

Ideal candidates have 5–7 years in early learning or child health/welfare, a bachelor’s degree, and a graduate degree preferred.