EPIP
Program Officer, Family Initiatives & New Opportunities (SP)
EPIP, Mountain View, California, us, 94039
Program Officer, Family Initiatives & New Opportunities (SP)
Sobrato Philanthropies creates social change by partnering with communities to build a world that is more inclusive, equitable, and sustainable. Guided by the business philosophy and personal values of the Sobrato family, three generations engage in grantmaking, advocacy, impact investing, and collaborative efforts designed to create impact in the communities they serve. Sobrato Philanthropies leverages the combined power of multiple giving vehicles, including the Sobrato Family Foundation, which has focused on building opportunity in Silicon Valley since 1996. The Sobrato family is committed to building a strong and vibrant Silicon Valley community through business and philanthropic leadership. The Economic Mobility Program makes grants across three portfolios – Essential Human Services, Pathways for Success, and Bachelor’s Completion – toward a vision of expanded opportunity for low-income Silicon Valley residents. Sobrato Philanthropies also invests directly in the region’s nonprofit ecosystem by providing in-kind office and meeting space through its four Sobrato Centers for Nonprofits. ABOUT THE POSITION
The Family Initiatives & New Opportunities team supports individual Sobrato family members on their philanthropic efforts, develops portfolios and strategies to support new areas of giving, and facilitates opportunities for the family to engage with each other around philanthropic pursuits. The team seeks to support the Sobrato family’s philanthropic activity across a range of topics and issues, including ocean conservation, climate, and democracy reform. The Program Officer will provide support to individual Sobrato family members in their philanthropic pursuits and provide research, project management, planning, and grantmaking support for new areas of giving. The ideal candidate will be a stellar project manager and facilitator as well as a quick learner with a strong ability to design and execute strategic exploration processes across multiple issue areas. RESPONSIBILITIES AND QUALIFICATIONS
Provide support to individual Sobrato family members in their philanthropic pursuits Provide research, project management, planning, and grantmaking support for new areas of giving Work collaboratively with foundation staff, Sobrato family and board, external advisors, and grantees Be a stellar project manager and facilitator as well as a quick learner with a strong ability to design and execute strategic exploration processes across multiple issue areas HOW TO APPLY
To apply, email a cover letter, resume, and list of three references to sobrato@walkeraac.com by 5:00 pm PT on Tuesday, July 6, 2021. Use the subject line “Program Officer, Family Initiatives and New Opportunities.” Sobrato Philanthropies is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes a diverse pool of applicants.
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Sobrato Philanthropies creates social change by partnering with communities to build a world that is more inclusive, equitable, and sustainable. Guided by the business philosophy and personal values of the Sobrato family, three generations engage in grantmaking, advocacy, impact investing, and collaborative efforts designed to create impact in the communities they serve. Sobrato Philanthropies leverages the combined power of multiple giving vehicles, including the Sobrato Family Foundation, which has focused on building opportunity in Silicon Valley since 1996. The Sobrato family is committed to building a strong and vibrant Silicon Valley community through business and philanthropic leadership. The Economic Mobility Program makes grants across three portfolios – Essential Human Services, Pathways for Success, and Bachelor’s Completion – toward a vision of expanded opportunity for low-income Silicon Valley residents. Sobrato Philanthropies also invests directly in the region’s nonprofit ecosystem by providing in-kind office and meeting space through its four Sobrato Centers for Nonprofits. ABOUT THE POSITION
The Family Initiatives & New Opportunities team supports individual Sobrato family members on their philanthropic efforts, develops portfolios and strategies to support new areas of giving, and facilitates opportunities for the family to engage with each other around philanthropic pursuits. The team seeks to support the Sobrato family’s philanthropic activity across a range of topics and issues, including ocean conservation, climate, and democracy reform. The Program Officer will provide support to individual Sobrato family members in their philanthropic pursuits and provide research, project management, planning, and grantmaking support for new areas of giving. The ideal candidate will be a stellar project manager and facilitator as well as a quick learner with a strong ability to design and execute strategic exploration processes across multiple issue areas. RESPONSIBILITIES AND QUALIFICATIONS
Provide support to individual Sobrato family members in their philanthropic pursuits Provide research, project management, planning, and grantmaking support for new areas of giving Work collaboratively with foundation staff, Sobrato family and board, external advisors, and grantees Be a stellar project manager and facilitator as well as a quick learner with a strong ability to design and execute strategic exploration processes across multiple issue areas HOW TO APPLY
To apply, email a cover letter, resume, and list of three references to sobrato@walkeraac.com by 5:00 pm PT on Tuesday, July 6, 2021. Use the subject line “Program Officer, Family Initiatives and New Opportunities.” Sobrato Philanthropies is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes a diverse pool of applicants.
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