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The Walton Family Foundation (WFF) is seeking a skilled, highly motivated, and entrepreneurial individual to join the foundation as a Program Officer – Home Region. The position calls for a solid understanding of the Home Region geographies and WFF grantees. The foundation seeks to recruit individuals with a demonstrated commitment to an inclusive quality of life, superior interpersonal and communication skills, a respectful but analytical approach to the work of grantees and partners, and a proven ability to work effectively as part of a team. This position is in Bentonville, Arkansas.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
We believe every associate should have access to success. Creating an environment centered on trust, respect, and bringing people together is critical to this belief. Our aspirations are as follows:
About the Position
The Program Officer will help manage a diverse portfolio of municipal and non-profit grantees. Program Officers work on a small, entrepreneurial team. Specific duties include the following:
Responsibilities:
Who we are looking for
Qualifications required for success
Personal attributes that support your success
All offers of employment are contingent on your successful completion (where permitted by state law) of a confidentiality agreement and background check. In addition, you will need to provide proper identification verifying your eligibility to work in the United States on your first day of work.
Benefits Information*
Compensation Range: $120,000-$145,000
Benefits Information: We offer a comprehensive and generous benefits package which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401 (k) retirement plan and paid time off.
*This information is provided to comply with Colorado Law
How to apply:
About the Walton Family Foundation
The Walton Family Foundation is, at its core, a family-led foundation. Three generations of the descendants of our founders, Sam and Helen Walton, and their spouses, work together to lead the foundation and create access to opportunity for people and communities. We work in three areas: improving K-12 education, protecting rivers and oceans and the communities they support, and investing in our home region of Northwest Arkansas and the Arkansas-Mississippi Delta. To learn more, visit waltonfamilyfoundation.org and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram
About the Home Region Program
In Northwest Arkansas and the Arkansas-Mississippi Delta, the Walton Family Foundation's work is guided by an abiding belief that communities can thrive when they have access to opportunity. Our five-year strategy is underway, working to build a more vibrant, inclusive economy in Northwest Arkansas and promoting equity through education and financial security in the Delta. Through collaboration with diverse partners and guided by the voices of the communities where we work, the Foundation is elevating solutions that deliver lasting progress and drive meaningful change.
The Home Region accomplishes this goal through two initiatives:
Northwest Arkansas
The Foundation envisions Northwest Arkansas as one of the nation's most vibrant and inclusive communities. We will put our resources behind community-led efforts that Advance Economic & Cultural Vibrancy, Foster Inclusive Growth & A Sense of Belonging, and Support Community Leadership & Capacity-Building
Arkansas-Mississippi Delta
In the Delta, the Foundation is committed to supporting the people and organizations building lasting impact for all people in the Delta. That includes local leaders strengthening schools and educational programs; supporting small businesses and economic opportunity; and investing in the innovators working to build a better, brighter future.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Walton Family Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building and maintaining a culturally diverse workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment of any kind. We encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.
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Full Time
Business Services
$54k-71k (estimate)
04/25/2024
05/10/2024
wffhome.com
Bentonville, AR
<25
Business Services
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