Job Description
Department: Community Impact
Reports to: Senior Program Officer, Generalist
Classification: Regular; Full-time
Organization Overview The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta (The Foundation) is one of the nation’s premier philanthropic institutions, managing over $1.6 billion in assets and serving as a trusted partner to more than 1,000 donors and nonprofit organizations. The Foundation works to advance equity and shared prosperity all across metro Atlanta through donor-advised funds, strategic grantmaking, civic leadership, and community investment.
Founded in 1951, The Foundation ranks among the 15 largest community foundations in the U.S. and has deep roots in the region’s civic infrastructure. It plays a pivotal role in addressing systemic barriers in affordable housing, the arts, equity, and economic opportunity while connecting generosity to impact across the community.
Position Summary:The Program Associate, Generalist, is an associate level role designed to support Community Impact programs through high quality execution, coordination, and learning. This role is ideal for someone who is early in their career in philanthropy or community based work and is eager to build experience across grantmaking, nonprofit partnerships, and community centered initiatives.
Reporting to a Senior Program Officer, the Program Associate supports the delivery and administration of grant programs aligned with the Foundation’s TogetherATL priorities and donor interests, while developing readiness for future advancement through increasing exposure to program strategy, evaluation, and cross functional collaboration.
Key Responsibilities Program & Grant Execution
Reports to: Senior Program Officer, Generalist
Classification: Regular; Full-time
Organization Overview The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta (The Foundation) is one of the nation’s premier philanthropic institutions, managing over $1.6 billion in assets and serving as a trusted partner to more than 1,000 donors and nonprofit organizations. The Foundation works to advance equity and shared prosperity all across metro Atlanta through donor-advised funds, strategic grantmaking, civic leadership, and community investment.
Founded in 1951, The Foundation ranks among the 15 largest community foundations in the U.S. and has deep roots in the region’s civic infrastructure. It plays a pivotal role in addressing systemic barriers in affordable housing, the arts, equity, and economic opportunity while connecting generosity to impact across the community.
Position Summary:The Program Associate, Generalist, is an associate level role designed to support Community Impact programs through high quality execution, coordination, and learning. This role is ideal for someone who is early in their career in philanthropy or community based work and is eager to build experience across grantmaking, nonprofit partnerships, and community centered initiatives.
Reporting to a Senior Program Officer, the Program Associate supports the delivery and administration of grant programs aligned with the Foundation’s TogetherATL priorities and donor interests, while developing readiness for future advancement through increasing exposure to program strategy, evaluation, and cross functional collaboration.
Key Responsibilities Program & Grant Execution
- Support the administration of grant programs, including applicant and grantee communication, intake and acknowledgment of applications, and management of required documentation through online systems
- Coordinate program logistics such as meetings, convenings, site visits, and partner communications
- Track grant requirements and support mid and end of grant reporting to ensure compliance with Foundation standards
- Maintain accurate grant and program records, including data entry and file management in grantmaking systems
- Serve as a reliable point of contact for applicants and grantees, providing timely, professional customer service
- Support program planning activities, including researching community needs and nonprofit sector context, in partnership with and under the guidance of a Senior Program Officer
- Assist with the intake, design, and launch of new grant programs as part of a staff team
- Support proposal review processes, site visits, and preparation of funding recommendations
- Track basic program and initiative metrics and support learning and reporting processes led by senior staff
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and increased efficiency in application and grant administration
- Collaborate with Community Impact colleagues and cross functional partners (Philanthropy, Finance, Marketing & Communications) to support coordinated work and effective use of resources
- Support Foundation representation at external meetings and events, and represent the Foundation when delegated
- Maintain organized program knowledge and documentation for internal use and learning