Chicago Area Program Officer, Topfer Family Foundation - Chicagoland area, IL

Topfer Family Foundation

Chicago Area Program Officer

Organizational Overview

In 2000, the Topfer family created a private foundation with the goal of
positively impacting the lives of their neighbors while establishing a
legacy of giving in their own family. The Topfer's formed the foundation
with a single shared philosophy: that by inspiring self-sufficiency -
particularly in individuals with limited economic or social resources - they could leave an imprint on their communities that would benefit current and future generations.

This became the cornerstone of the foundation's mission: to help people
connect to the tools and resources they need to build self-sufficient and fulfilling lives. To do this they identified key program areas to direct their giving:
<http://www.topferfamilyfoundation.org/program_areas.htm#child_abuse> child abuse prevention and treatment,
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youth enrichment,
<http://www.topferfamilyfoundation.org/program_areas.htm#job_training> job training and support services,
<http://www.topferfamilyfoundation.org/program_areas.htm#childrens_health>
children's health,
<http://www.topferfamilyfoundation.org/program_areas.htm#affordable_housing>
and affordable housing for the elderly.

The Topfer family is keenly interested in understanding the unique needs of the communities in which they invest foundation resources. Therefore, contributions are limited to the communities in which the family resides: the greater Austin, Texas and the greater Chicago, Illinois metropolitan areas.   The Foundation board consists of six family members and one independent board member.

Job Description

The Chicago Area Program Officer is responsible for the oversight of a $1.3 million grant portfolio of approximately 50 agencies and all aspects of proposal review, correspondence with applicants, funding recommendations to board of directors, review of progress reports, and evaluation results of awarded grants.  This is a part time position (25 hours/week) and salary range is $25-$35/hour commensurate with experience and skills.  This position will be located in the Chicagoland area.

Responsibilities:
.       Serve as spokesperson for the Foundation

.       Establish and maintain relationships and communications with
nonprofit, public and private sector organizations, other grant makers,
community leaders, public officials and others as necessary to further the Foundation goals

.       Manage $1.3M grants budget including timing of payouts, forecast, and communication with finance department

.       Conduct site visits to current and potential grantees

.       Communicate with grant applicants regarding information on applying for grants

.       Work closely with Grant Administrator in preparation for board
meetings, grant tracking, reporting, database management and budget
information

Qualifications
*       Experience in a multi-task, deadline-oriented environment preferred
*       Comfortable working autonomously
*       Ability to manage several assignments at once, strong organizational and planning skills
*       Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills
*       Flexible
*       Ability to interact with board members and community groups
*       Knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and Outlook
*       5-10 years experience in foundation grant-making processes and/or non-profits is strongly preferred

 Please email resume with cover letter to:
Topferfamilyfoundation@gmail.com

 Resumes will be accepted until June 15, 2015