Position Summary

Support the implementation of the Foundation’s early childhood strategies and participate as a significant contributor to emerging education strategies and activities in support of improving outcomes for Boston’s youngest children as they grow and enter school.  

Essential Functions

• Oversee the grants review process for early childhood related grant requests and full proposal reviews in partnership with and under the supervision of Associate Vice President
• Organize and coordinate convenings and key networks of external partners, including grantees and non-grantee organizations
• Oversee early childhood related research projects, and conduct as-needed analysis of key Foundation initiatives, especially related to early education and health services for children and families. Conduct regular data gathering, research, and analysis for special projects
• Manage initiative budgets and as-needed prepare budget and grant reports  
• Develop written materials to support program work, as needed, including policy memos, grants due diligence, and reports, as well as budgets for special projects in the Program Department
• Coordinate a team of internal and external stakeholders in early childhood, including donors and content experts in health, jobs, education, and others
• Prepare other written material as needed including memos, research reports, background materials and correspondence, meeting summaries, etc.
• Serve as key liaison to internal and external partners in planning and implementing events and initiatives
• Produce regular written updates on the education strategies, key issues facing the community, and the work of the Foundation’s grantees for internal and external distribution
• Coordinate preparation of departmental reports as needed, including reports to the Program Committee and Board
• Participate in various other Program department activities as needed.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Individuals assigned to this position may perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Preparation, Knowledge, Previous Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s highly preferred
• Understanding of the early childhood landscape in Boston, and Massachusetts, highly preferred
• 7-10 years of relevant working experience required, teaching experience preferred

Skills, Abilities, Competencies:

• General knowledge of education issues; specific knowledge of Boston’s education landscape a plus
• Broad knowledge and experience in project management
• Above average attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team
• Demonstrated ability to manage diverse stakeholders inclusively, and diplomatically
• Ability to manage the demands of a fast paced and highly productive workplace

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

• Ability to sit for long periods of time
• Ability to use a computer keyboard for long periods of time
• Ability to carry up to 10 lbs.

To Apply

All applications should be submitted online.
Go to https://www.tbf.org/who-we-are/careers and select Early Childhood Program Officer to
complete our online application process.
Diversity candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Equal Opportunity Employer.