Program Officer

The Program Officer, Chicago Commitment, works with the teams Director and colleagues on all aspects of the strategy's grant making in Chicago to ensure its success. Identify prospective grant recipients and work with prospective grantees to develop proposals that advance grant making strategies. Conduct background research and due diligence, prepare grant recommendations for administrative and Board consideration, and respond to unsuccessful proposals. Write extensively for internal purposes. Serve on internal Foundation committees as appropriate.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Program Officer is $47,000 - $99,000. This range can vary depending on the individual's experience, the organization they work for, and the location of the position.

The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation supports creative people, effective institutions, and influential networks building a more just, verdant, and peaceful world. MacArthur is placing a few big bets that truly significant progress is possible on some of the world’s most pressing social challenges, including over-incarceration, global climate change, nuclear risk, and significantly increasing financial capital for the social sector.