Principal, Programs and Policy (Philanthropic Partnerships)

The role

You will upgrade the approach to philanthropic partnership through funder education, funder collaboration, and signature initiatives. You will act as a resource for funders, steward relationships, and shape the philanthropic conversation regarding digital technology and AI.

What you will do

• Run substantive briefings on the tech/AI and society landscape
• Create and manage a library of assets including briefing presentations and two-pagers
• Plan and facilitate events that connect funders with learning and investment opportunities
• Manage a pipeline of funder relationships
• Convene regular strategy and learning conversations across anchor partnerships
• Collaborate with leadership to share co-funding opportunities and aligned strategies
• Work with the Strategy, Learning, and Impact team on tracking and reporting impact
• Stay current on the evolving philanthropic landscape regarding digital technology and AI
• Travel to represent ON at strategic convenings and conferences

Required qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years in philanthropy, partnerships, fundraising, or a related field
• Entrepreneurial mindset and commitment to the mission
• Credibility within the philanthropic ecosystem and a strong track record with funders
• Fluency in digital technology, AI, and its societal implications
• Strategic thinking and execution
• Outstanding writing and presentation skills
• Must reside within 100 miles of assigned office location

Benefits

• health care (medical/dental/vision)
• paid time off
• generous employer 401(k) contribution

Before you apply

• Candidates must have a current U.S. work authorization
• ON does not sponsor or provide support for visas or work authorization, including H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, and other temporary work authorization programs

About the company

Omidyar Network (ON) is a philanthropic organization whose mission is to bend the arc of the digital revolution toward shared power, prosperity, and possibility.