Program Specialist

Company Description

The W.K. Kellogg Foundation (WKKF), founded in 1930 by entrepreneur and breakfast cereal innovator Will Keith Kellogg, is one of the largest philanthropic foundations in the United States. Guided by the belief that all children should have an equal opportunity to thrive, WKKF focuses its resources on promoting thriving children, working families, and equitable communities. The foundation partners with communities, organizations, and leaders to address systemic barriers and advance racial equity and social justice. Team members join a mission-driven organization that seeks long-term, sustainable change in the lives of children and families.

Role Description

The Program Specialist is a full-time hybrid role based in Albuquerque, NM, with the flexibility to work from home part of the time. This role supports the design, implementation, and monitoring of grantmaking strategies and programs, including coordinating projects, timelines, and deliverables. The Program Specialist reviews proposals and reports, gathers and analyzes data, and prepares clear summaries and recommendations to inform program decisions. Daily responsibilities include maintaining accurate program records, supporting grantees with responsive customer service, and coordinating meetings, events, and training activities with internal and external partners. The role collaborates closely with program officers and cross-functional teams to ensure effective communication, alignment with foundation priorities, and timely execution of program activities.

Qualities and Characteristics

Strong alignment with WKKF’s values and DNA, Intercultural competence, Openness / self-awareness, Ego-management, Systems thinker, Brings people together, Change competence, Collaborative, Conflict competence, Listens well, Talent architect / people developer, Empowers leadership, Trust builder, Shares accountability and responsibility, Results-oriented.

Education & Experience

• Required - Minimum of associate degree plus three years of administrative or management support experience; or high school diploma or equivalent with at least five years of previously mentioned experience.
• Foundation or nonprofit experience helpful
• Successful experience working as part of a multidisciplinary and multinational team and working effectively with persons from diverse cultural, social, ethnic and linguistic backgrounds. Displays respect and cultural competence, willingness to engage in ongoing learning about systemic oppression and its impact on self and communities.
• Indigenous or Spanish language skills highly desired.

Compensation and Impact

• Salary Range: $60,000 - $75,000
• The "Why": This role is more than administrative; it is an opportunity to strengthen the conditions that allow vulnerable children and families in New Mexico to thrive.

TO APPLY

More information about the W.K. Kellogg Foundation may be found at: www.wkkf.org

This search is being led by Katherine Jacobs and Jehivian Hernandez of GDSI Leadership. Due to the pace of this search, candidates are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Candidates may submit their cover letter, outlining their interest and qualifications, along with their resume, via GDSI’s applicant portal:

https://recruitcrm.io/apply/17810416029020130618vfR

The W.K. Kellogg Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons with disabilities, women, and LGBTQ applicants.