We are a mission-driven organization that seeks to catalyze systemic, scalable solutions to key issues facing our home regions of Colorado and Chile, with the goal of supporting resilient, thriving communities for generations to come. ZOMALAB, a Denver-based family office, is comprised of three platforms, ZOMA Foundation, ZOMA Capital, and ZOMA Holdings, between which there are many synergies.
Through ZOMA Foundation, we leverage philanthropy as a catalytic tool to explore existing and new placed-based models in our core issue areas, including early childhood development, workforce, community economic development, and energy. We believe philanthropy plays an important role in taking risks and advancing systems change.
Through ZOMA Capital, we invest globally in a broad range of market-based solutions to support long-term progress in energy, workforce, and community economic development.
ZOMA Holdings focuses on the management of the family office and supporting the operations of ZOMA Capital and ZOMA Foundation. We provide support in talent management, finance and accounting, legal, information technology, property management and other general operating matters.
At ZOMALAB, we are passionate about the work we do in service to our mission, communities, and each other. We strive to be a great place to work, where each of us can fulfill their professional and personal goals by committing to live up to our organizational values and honor our team commitments. We value integrity, service to others, collaboration, boldness of ideas and accountability. We commit to trust one another, engage in open dialogue, back decisions made as a team, hold one another accountable and focus on achieving collective results. To learn more about us, please visit www.zomalab.com
About the Position
We are seeking a driven, versatile, and impact-oriented generalist to serve as a full-time Associate Program Officer with ZOMA Foundation in Denver, CO. This person will work in a high-performing, entrepreneurial team that supports the personal philanthropy of our Principals.
What you will do
You will provide philanthropy-related services for the Principals, including program and grant management, grantee relationship management, grant administration, and project evaluation. You will also support special projects across the foundation. Your focus will be in Colorado, and you will work across multiple issue areas.
Responsibilities
Support the execution of current philanthropic strategies in workforce, community economic development, and energy
Conduct due diligence on potential philanthropic opportunities (grants, Program-related investments, etc.)
Review proposals and budgets
Discuss with applicant leadership teams
Conduct reference calls and site visits (if needed)
Define grant terms and expectations
Develop impact measurement plans with grantees
Help facilitate decision making processes
Use the CRM, Salesforce, to manage and retain key information
Prepare materials for review
Support senior staff to manage grant projects, grantee relationships, and/or grant portfolios with integrity and authenticity
Maintain positive, trust-based working relationship internally and externally
Monitor ongoing operations, and review financial and narrative project reports
Support grantees with problem solving
Develop and manage impact data collection and grantee support plans Present in grant review meetings and communicate performance to Principals
Support special projects across ZOMA Foundation. This could include:
Community building
Convenings
Design challenges
Meeting facilitation
Provide support to the senior ZOMA Foundation team. This could include:
Preparing materials to discuss with Principals
Supporting impact measurement, knowledge management, and continuous learning efforts
Conducting research on sectors, policies, and new potential project requests
Project management and/or facilitation
Manage workflow and processes through effective project management and clear communication
Build a working knowledge of issue areas
Collaborate with departments across ZOMALAB to provide coordinated support to Principals
Who we are looking for
The ideal individual is service-oriented, flexible, and a self-starter. A generalist that can navigate uncertainty, tackle complex issues, analyze potential philanthropic solutions, and work with others to implement plans, all in service to the Principals and their goals for social impact. The individual must exercise critical thinking and good judgment in a variety of situations, learn fast, and apply strong project management skills. This position calls on a breadth of skills and knowledge rather than depth in one content area. Experience
2-4 years of experience working in a professional organization with increased responsibility
Experience managing a key organizational project (internal or external)
Experience working with partners and managing external relationships
Experience working in or with non-profit organizations or have a strong working knowledge of non-profit rules and operations.
Experience designing and executing convenings (preferred)
Experience with community building (preferred)
Experience executing a philanthropy portfolio (preferred)
Experience working in a family office (preferred)
Competencies
Critical thinking
Analysis and synthesis
Problem solving
Material preparation
Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Client service
Facilitation
Financial analysis
Intellectual agility and flexibility
Ability to learn quickly
Collaboration
Professionalism when representing the organization externally
Strong Microsoft Office skills
Salesforce (preferred)
Personal attributes that support your success
Ability to assess and meet the Principals’ goals and preferences. A passion to serve in a way that demonstrates respect and care for family and staff and exceeds expectations.
Humble personality to learn from others. Able to listen actively and engage in open and constructive dialogue to find the best ideas and solutions
Comfortable working autonomously but also with a broader team. Comfortable with uncertainty and adaptation
Comfortable working on multiple issues and projects at once.
Unquestionable ethics and personal integrity. Ability to handle confidential issues and practice discretion
Commitment to detail, quality, and timely execution
Location and Travel Requirements
Location in (or willingness to relocate to) the greater Denver / Boulder area
Willingness to work in an office at least 4 days per week
Occasional local travel to visit impact partners (grantees, nonprofits, peer foundations, and other leaders)
Compensation and Benefits*
Compensation: The estimated compensation for this role is between $65,000 - $90,000 per year (depending on experience and qualification).
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
We are an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building and maintaining a culturally diverse workplace. 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, status of protected veteran, among other things or status as a qualified individual with a disability.
Basic Qualifications
2-4 years of experience working in a professional organization with increased responsibility
Experience managing a key organizational project (internal or external)
Experience working with partners and managing external relationships
Experience working in or with non-profit organizations or have a strong working knowledge of non-profit rules and operations.
