Description

The Annie E. Casey Foundation is devoted to developing a brighter future for millions of children and young people with respect to their educational, economic, social and health outcomes. The Foundation’s work focuses on strengthening families, building stronger communities and ensuring access to opportunity, because children, youth and young adults need all three to succeed. Casey advances research and solutions to overcome the barriers to success, help communities demonstrate what works and influence decision makers to invest in strategies based on solid evidence.

At Casey, you will find a dynamic environment with staff of diverse backgrounds and perspectives who share a deep commitment to advancing the Foundation’s mission. A healthy work and life balance is supported at the Foundation, including flexible schedules and a hybrid workweek.

The Foundation seeks a mid-level professional to join its Center for Economic Opportunity national grantmaking team, advancing programs and practices that expand economic opportunity for youth and young adults from low-income families. The program associate will help develop, assess, and advance the employment, education, and training portfolio to ensure young people gain the skills, credentials, and experiences needed for well-paying careers, including work related to industry partnerships and sector strategies.

Qualified candidates will have the following: (3-5 Must Have’s here)

• Experience using qualitative and quantitative data to inform decisions, prepare reports, and make recommendations.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and work independently with attention to detail.
• Strong relationship-building  and communications skills, including  the ability to share complex ideas effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated interest and experience with workforce development, public benefits, education, financial products and services, human services or related focus areas, supported by a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (graduate degree preferred) and at least three years of experience in community-based, government, research, policy or advocacy organizations.

For external Posting

Please submit your resume, a cover letter detailing how your background and experience make you a good candidate for this role.  The Foundation will not consider resumes submitted without a cover letter.  Read the full job description and apply online at www.aecf.org/about/jobs