| Position | Program Officer, Human Rights |
| Date Posted | 10 Mar 2008 |
| Application Deadline | 30 Apr 2008 |
| Location | New York, USA |
Summary Description
The Program Officer will be responsible for developing, monitoring and coordinating grantmaking activities in the Migrant and Refugee Rights portfolio, the goal of which is to support work that promotes the consistent protection of the rights of migrants and refugees and effective sustained advocacy on their behalf. Working closely with the Director of the Human Rights Unit, the Program Officer will help find effective ways to make the case that protecting the rights of migrants and refugees benefits citizens as well as non-citizens, and that human rights extend to all persons in the U.S. without regard to citizenship status. In particular, the Program Officer will work toward supporting the development of a diverse, unified and effective migrant and refugee rights movement that includes advocacy for the most vulnerable. The Program Officer will promote increased efficacy of selected organizations in the United States primarily, and selectively in some of the regions in which the Ford Foundation has offices (Africa, Asia, Latin America and Russia) that most effectively put forth the mission of this portfolio.
The Program Officer will develop grantmaking strategies; identify prospective grantees; solicit, review and respond to grant proposals; and prepare recommendations for Foundation funding. The Program Officer will be expected to provide intellectual leadership in the field of migrant and refugee rights and to work closely with other Program Officers throughout the Foundation whose work relates to the central mission of the portfolio. The Program Officer is expected to collaborate broadly with scholars and practitioners, government agencies, non-governmental organizations, and other donors on issues of common program concern.
Qualifications
Advanced training in law or public policy, or other relevant field; substantial professional experience working on immigrant/refugee rights issues in the U.S. and internationally; and excellent analytical, oral presentation, writing, and interpersonal skills. Also desirable are fluency in a second language and familiarity with philanthropy and nonprofit sector issues in the U.S. and developing countries. The ability to work closely with colleagues and grantees of diverse backgrounds and perspectives is critical. Excellent people skills, high energy and commitment level are required.
To apply for the position visit www.fordfound.org/employment or send full application materials (consisting of substantive cover letter, resume, and a 5-20 page sole-authored writing sample in English) to J. Graber at 320 E. 43rd St., New York, NY 10017, USA, by April 30, 2008.
Salary
Salary is based on experience and on the Foundation’s commitment to internal equity. A generous benefits package is provided.
Equal employment opportunity and having a diverse staff are fundamental principles at the Ford Foundation, where employment and promotional opportunities are based upon individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation/affectional preference, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as established under law.
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