YOUTH INVESTMENT PROGRAM OFFICER

YOUTH INVESTMENT PROGRAM OFFICER

Primary Purpose of Position
Oversee grant giving of the youth investment program, including ongoing development and implementation of giving strategy and plan to meet the goals of the Council. This position reports to the Director of Youth Investment and is based in the San Mateo office.

The Stewardship Council is tasked with managing a $30 million program to provide connections to the outdoors for disadvantaged youth, and to provide infrastructure support for parks and open space areas within our geographic service territory (northern and central California).

Position Responsibilities

Oversee, manage and maintain all Youth Investment Program grant giving and administration, including fiscal and legal compliance with relevant due diligence, compliance, review process, and grant reporting and evaluation.
Oversee evaluation of foundation and grant award winner effectiveness.
Work with grantseekers and award winners on all aspects of the application process, from initial exploration, to application due diligence, to feedback on declined proposals, to year-end grant reports from award winners.
Assist with coordination and oversight of consultants to the Youth Investment Program.
Work with program director in public and stakeholder outreach programs. Build and maintain effective working relationships with agencies, organizations, and communities throughout northern and central California.
Assist program director with the design, planning, and implementation of Youth Investment Program stakeholder capacity building programming - including workshops, peer networking events, symposia, roundtables, and panels.
Work closely with staff to support and coordinate board and Youth Investment Committee meetings. Support board member education and decision-making process through well crafted presentations and guidance.
In association with the Land Conservation and Youth Investment Directors, work to create synergies between the land efforts and the Youth Investment Program..
Requirements

5-7 years in youth and/or education program management in California, or in foundation work specializing in youth development, outdoor education or similar fields.
Bachelor's degree in related field, Master's degree a plus.
Previous grantmaking experience a plus.
Proven ability to manage large, multi-faceted projects and work collaboratively with staff.
Demonstrated ability to work in a small team environment and with a broad range of individuals and organizations with diverse interests.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Positive, mature, and professional communication style. Strong skills in concensus building.
Desire to work in a start-up environment.
Competent computer skills required. Familiarity and comfort in the basic Microsoft Office Suite of software programs required (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Estimated 20-25 percent travel or more (within California) required.
Compensation

Compensation commensurate with experience. The Stewardship Council offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, paid time off and 401(k) match.

To apply

Please e-mail your cover letter and resume to jobs@stewardshipcouncil.org

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