Senior Equity & Policy Leader

The Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation (WRF); Arkansas; On-site; USD 72,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation (WRF) in Arkansas seeks a dynamic Equity Officer to lead policy, advocacy and public affairs aimed at achieving state-wide equity. You will work with the Chief Innovation Officer and other Equity Officers to shape and oversee cross-cutting strategies that disrupt policy and build community movements.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and several years in education, economic development, communications, or public policy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• Master’s degree preferred or related experience to WRF priorities.
• Experience in nonprofit sector, education, or public policy is valued.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for policy, advocacy and public affairs strategies to advance equity for Arkansans.
• Develop relationships, manage grants portfolio, and champion programs to help every Arkansan thrive.
• Ideate, curate and support activities driving progress toward equity as defined by WRF’s direction.
• Foster strategic partnerships with thought leaders and external constituencies to advance equity mission.
• Advocate for equity and challenge inequity and structural barriers.
• Collaborate with the Chief Innovation Officer on external communications strategies that advance equity.
• Expand learning on strategy and outcomes to inform grantmaking and investments.
• Stay informed on effective policy strategies and how to implement with partners.
• Respond to grant inquiries and provide referrals, technical assistance, and guidance.
• Work with Equity Officers on recommendations and prepare papers for board approval.
• Monitor grants and contracts for impact and lessons learned, adjusting strategy as needed.
• Represent the Foundation at conferences and professional activities.

Skills

Purpose-driven

Innovation

Entrepreneurship

Ideas & inquiry

Ambiguity tolerance

Growth mindset

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Advocacy

Communication

Team collaboration

Equity focus

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

The Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation (WRF) in Arkansas seeks a dynamic Equity Officer to lead policy, advocacy and public affairs aimed at achieving state-wide equity. You will work with the Chief Innovation Officer and other Equity Officers to shape and oversee cross-cutting strategies that disrupt policy and build community movements.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and several years in education, economic development, communications, or public policy.