Strategic Grantmaking Officer - Health & I/DD Impact

The Coleman Foundation; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Coleman Foundation in Chicago seeks a Program Officer to advance grantmaking across health and rehabilitation, and to co-manage the I/DD portfolio. The role involves working closely with leadership and the program team to drive strategic initiatives and equitable outcomes.

You will represent the Foundation in funder collaboratives, attend conferences with grantees and experts, and contribute to shaping program direction through collaborative partnerships and thoughtful analysis.

Qualifications

• Strong history of work in public health.
• Familiar with I/DD field through work or personal experience.
• Strategic thinker with equity mindset.

Responsibilities

• Make funding recommendations for health and rehabilitation.
• Co-implement and co-manage I/DD grants portfolio.
• Represent the Foundation in funder collaboratives and conferences.
• Collaborate with leadership and program team to advance priorities.

Skills

Public health background

Strategic thinking

Equity mindset

Relationship building

Job description

The Coleman Foundation in Chicago seeks a Program Officer to advance grantmaking across health and rehabilitation, and to co-manage the I/DD portfolio. The role involves working closely with leadership and the program team to drive strategic initiatives and equitable outcomes.

You will represent the Foundation in funder collaboratives, attend conferences with grantees and experts, and contribute to shaping program direction through collaborative partnerships and thoughtful analysis.