Social Justice Grants & Programs Associate

The Boston Foundation; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boston Foundation seeks a Program Associate to work with the Assistant Director, Programs to advance grant-making and change-making activities under the Movements and People Strategies of the Social Justice Ecology. You will support grant-making, research, convenings, events, coordination, and administrative tasks.

Ideal candidates will have passion for grassroots leadership, experience with smaller organizations, and a commitment to social justice movements, equity, and community impact.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of grassroots leadership and social justice movements.
• Experience with grant-making and research.
• Ability to coordinate events and provide administrative support.
• Commitment to supporting smaller organizations and community-led initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Assist with grant-making processes and program research.
• Plan and coordinate convenings and events for communities and partners.
• Provide coordination and administrative support to the program team.
• Collaborate with staff to advance Movements and People Strategies in Social Justice Ecology.

Skills

Grant administration

Research

Event coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Grassroots organizing

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

The Boston Foundation seeks a Program Associate to work with the Assistant Director, Programs to advance grant-making and change-making activities under the Movements and People Strategies of the Social Justice Ecology. You will support grant-making, research, convenings, events, coordination, and administrative tasks.

Ideal candidates will have passion for grassroots leadership, experience with smaller organizations, and a commitment to social justice movements, equity, and community impact.