Careers

The Senior Program Officer (SPO) will play a key role in advancing Chamberlin Education Foundation’s (CEF) grant strategy, directly managing a portfolio of CEF’s current grantees.

The SPO’s responsibilities will include traditional grantmaking duties, including relationship management, due diligence, proposal and report review, and the design and execution of a grant allocation strategy that aligns with CEF’s strategic goals and organizational metrics.

In addition, the SPO will have an active and present role in the West Contra Costa community, serving as a convener and connector with grantees and community partners.

This body of work is intended to support the broader educational ecosystem with an emphasis on listening to community needs, bridging efforts across organizations, and identifying strategic opportunities that improve conditions for learning and accelerate academic momentum.

The SPO role requires a strategic and highly detail-oriented thinker, with expertise and experience in K-12 education, strong project management skills, and a demonstrated ability to build trusting relationships across diverse stakeholders.