Leonard Lieberman Philanthropy Fellowship/Program Associate

Overview

The Fund for New Jersey is hiring. We are seeking a new Leonard Lieberman Fellow/Program Associate — a two-year position for recent graduates and aspiring leaders in public policy. The Fund has hosted this fellowship since 2012 and it has been a terrific way to develop new colleagues in philanthropy.

The Fund promotes, values, and respects diversity and we are actively working to attract a diverse pool of candidates. Any specific questions about the position can be directed to Program Officer Lupe Amate (lupe@fundfornj.org).

The Program Associate will contribute to programmatic and strategic work of The Fund, including:
 Contributing to invitation, review, and evaluation of grant inquiries and proposals
 Conducting site visits with potential and current grantees
 Preparing materials and presenting grants quarterly for board consideration
 Managing and reporting grantmaking data and outcome evaluations
 Representing The Fund at meetings and conferences
 Completing issue–focused research to support and expand grantmaking
 Generating and distributing information about The Fund and the work of its grantees,
including preparation of bi–monthly news updates
 Managing digital communications and developing social media and website content
 Preparing background materials for meetings
 Assisting with program–related correspondence

When COVID conditions permit, the position will require regular travel throughout New Jersey.

The Program Associate will be encouraged to develop their own expertise and, in consultation with colleagues, work responsibilities will be adjusted to make best use of the Program  Associate’s particular skills and interests and to support professional development.

The strongest candidate will have demonstrated experience and qualities, including:
 A Bachelor’s degree including coursework in policy, politics, economics, sociology, environmental studies, or related fields. Graduate work a plus.
 Understanding of and enthusiasm for public policy and social change related to an array of issues affecting NJ.
 Commitment to justice, equity, and inclusion in substance and in process.
 Strong multitasking skills; ability to coordinate, organize, prioritize and execute multi–faceted workload with competing deadlines.
 Ability to carry out responsibilities with sensitivity, discretion, and diplomacy.
 Familiarity with social media and media management tools.
 Excellent writing, research, and editing skills.
 Strong technology skills and ease with basic quantitative analysis.
 Ability to think clearly, listen well, and ask good questions.

This is a two–year position beginning September 2020 and continuing for 24 months. Salary depends on experience and will exceed $45,000, with excellent benefits. The Fund has a small, energetic, and highly collaborative staff. It offers an exceptional work environment with opportunities for mentorship and networking. The Fund promotes, values, and respects diversity.

To apply: Please send a cover letter describing your interest and fit for the Lieberman Fellow/Program Associate position. Also include a resume, a writing sample (no more than 1,000 words), and a list of three references.

Send all materials to jobs@fundfornj.org.

Review of applications will begin September 11 and will continue until the position is filled