Strategic Programs Associate, Jobs & Economic Opportunity

The Rockefeller Foundation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Rockefeller Foundation is seeking a Program Associate to advance Jobs and Economic Opportunity in the United States. The role blends project management, grants oversight, research, and coordination to support strategy development and learning across portfolios.

You will support the team in scoping partnerships, managing grants and contracts, and coordinating communications for leadership and external stakeholders, while advancing a growing U.S. portfolio.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a related field (e.g., government, nonprofit).
• Strong analytical, research and writing skills.
• Open to candidates who do not have a degree if they have equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Strategy Development: Contribute to development of the team emergent strategy and support strategy processes.
• Project Management: Design and maintain tools and systems; assist with grants and projects as needed.
• External Engagement: Scope partnerships, execute and manage grants, contracts, and impact investments; represent the Foundation at events.

Skills

Economic opportunity

Communication

Decision-making

Project management

Team collaboration

Strategic thinking

Partnership building

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

The Rockefeller Foundation is seeking a Program Associate to advance Jobs and Economic Opportunity in the United States. The role blends project management, grants oversight, research, and coordination to support strategy development and learning across portfolios.

You will support the team in scoping partnerships, managing grants and contracts, and coordinating communications for leadership and external stakeholders, while advancing a growing U.S. portfolio.