The Charles Koch Foundation (CKF) works to ensure all people have the opportunity to live a life of meaning and contribution based on their unique gifts and aptitudes.
We do this by investing in social entrepreneurs who can transform the institutions most responsible for lifelong learning, post-secondary education, and business, empowering people to engage in work that enables virtuous cycles of mutual benefit.
The Charles Koch Foundation is part of the Stand Together philanthropic community.
As a Program Officer on our Future of Work Initiative team, you will drive strategic partnerships that prepare individuals for the evolving landscape of work and address critical workforce challenges facing our society. Our team focuses on supporting innovative approaches to workforce development, skills training, and career pathways that help people transition to meaningful employment in a rapidly changing economy.
When this role is executed well, thousands of individuals gain access to relevant skills, training and career opportunities that transform their lives and strengthen their communities. This position is compelling because you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of work by identifying and supporting breakthrough solutions that bridge the gap between education and employment while addressing the impact of automation and technological change.
How You Will Contribute
Manage and expand a portfolio of placed-based grants focused on workforce development, skills training, alternative credentialing, and career pathway programs, conducting quarterly partner check-ins and annual performance reviews
Lead the identification and evaluation of new partnership opportunities by researching emerging trends in workforce development, attending industry conferences annually, and maintaining relationships with thought leaders in the space
Develop comprehensive grant recommendations and investment memos for leadership review, including detailed impact projections and alignment with organizational strategy
Collaborate closely with Stand Together’s investment capabilities, policy education teams to ensure an integrated approach to workforce challenges and maximize cross-portfolio synergies
Conduct site visits and relationship management activities, traveling to maintain strong partnerships with grantees across the country
Track and analyze workforce outcomes data from partners, producing quarterly portfolio reports that measure job placement rates, wage improvements, and skill acquisition metrics
What You Will Bring
7+ years of professional experience with 5+ years in relationship management within development, fundraising, business development, or external relations in higher education, workforce development, or philanthropic environments
Demonstrated track record of managing grant portfolios or partnership relationships with measurable outcomes and budget responsibility.
Deep understanding of workforce development challenges, labor market dynamics, or economic development issues gained through direct work experience or advanced education
Proven ability to build coalitions and networks with diverse stakeholders including nonprofits, educational institutions, government agencies, and private sector partners
Strong analytical skills with experience evaluating program effectiveness using data and metrics
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to present complex information to executive leadership
Travel availability of up to 30% annually for relationship management and industry engagement
Enthusiasm to contribute to the Charles Koch Foundation's vision and principled approach to solving problems, and a commitment to stewarding our culture, which champions values including transformation and innovation, entrepreneurialism, humility, and respect.
Standout Candidates Will Bring
Direct experience working in workforce development organizations or labor-focused nonprofits
Background in business or private sector understanding of employer workforce needs and skills gaps
Experience with alternative credentialing systems, apprenticeships, or non-traditional education models
Supervisory or team leadership experience
Knowledge of emerging technologies (AI, automation, digital platforms) and their impact on employment
Our Values: Working at Stand Together is different from many other organizations. Our culture is deeply rooted in Principle Based Management® (PBM®), a framework guided by the principles that drive human progress, such as dignity, openness, and bottom-up empowerment. PBM® empowers our employees to be entrepreneurial, to innovate, and to continually drive transformation.
We believe diversity fuels creativity, broadens knowledge, and helps drive success, and that is why we’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and strive to treat all employees and applicants with honesty, dignity, respect and sensitivity.
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