Description

The Program Manager, Equity in Education is a dynamic, engaged contributor to the overall efforts of Skyline Foundation, focusing on the issue areas pertinent to Skyline’s education program. The Program Manager’s core responsibilities include working on the execution of Skyline Foundation’s strategic priorities in education, commitment to trust-based philanthropy, equity, and building partnerships with grantees. The Program Manager will also contribute to the emerging grantmaking strategy by analyzing results and contributing to ongoing improvements in the education program. 

Requirements

Experience

      Minimum seven years' work experience in or alongside K–12 public education, particularly in contexts serving students who have been historically underserved 

      Strongly prefer experience in a nonprofit organization

      Prefer experience in education innovation, technology, and/or AI 

      Three years leadership experience in decision making or advising decision makers in relevant nonprofit, government, philanthropy, or private sector

      Demonstrated experience in implementing effective strategies for promoting equity in education

      Proven experience with Microsoft Office, project management, and database programs

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

      Knowledge about research, trends, emerging practices, and innovations related to education

      An existing network in the education field

      Excellent writing and editing skills and the ability to produce high-quality writing on deadline

      Willingness to challenge conventional thinking and research new and big ideas

      Ability to work with emerging strategy by testing ideas, asking good questions, surfacing insights, and refining direction 

      Commitment to trust-based philanthropy and a willingness to take on the burden of work for grantees

      Knowledge about nonprofit organizations and the infrastructure needed to execute the work

      Strong team player that embraces Skyline’s values

      Outstanding relational, interpersonal, and collaboration skills, both internally and externally

      Effective written and oral communication skills in English

      Combines a curious, collaborative sensibility and work style with the ability to implement innovative ideas and solutions that serve the goals of the program and the entire organization

      Passion and commitment to advancing justice and equity 

      High personal and professional standards of transparency and accountability

      Adept at working with people from diverse backgrounds, including staff and board members from grantee organizations and other funders, field experts, and those with divergent political and world views

      Empathy and respect for those who do the hard work of leading and raising money for programs and organizations

      Ability to handle sensitive information confidentially and with discretion

      Welcome feedback as a means to personal and professional growth