Director of Program Development

Committed to a future where all low-income workers have the power to advance economically in California, The James Irvine Foundation is seeking a new Director of Program Development (“DPD”) to help advance this singular goal. The DPD will join a mission-driven and collaborative team dedicated to identifying and developing new initiatives that help low-income workers have the power to advance economically. The Program Development function conducts research, assesses ideas, builds partnerships (with business, labor, nonprofit, and public sector leaders), and develops plans to pursue innovative opportunities in support of the Foundation’s overarching goal and current grantmaking initiatives. The program development team, led by the Vice President for Program Development, works directly with the CEO, has significant interaction with the Foundation’s Board of Directors, and partners with portfolio team colleagues to develop new work. The role will provide continuous opportunities for professional development and growth as well as meaningful collaboration with thought leaders in both the private and public sectors. This is an ideal opportunity for a passionate individual to join a growing Foundation and develop high impact strategy for the allocation of significant resources in order to expand opportunity for the people of California.