Contraceptive Choice and Access Manager
Contraceptive Choice and Access Manager
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Job Description
Arnold Ventures (AV) is a philanthropy that supports research to understand the root causes of Americas most persistent and pressing problems as well as evidence-based solutions to address them. By focusing on systemic change AV is working to improve the lives of American families strengthen their communities and promote their economic opportunity. Since Laura and John Arnold launched their foundation in 2008 the philanthropy has expanded and AVs focus areas include education criminal justice health infrastructure and public finance advocating for bipartisan policy reforms that will lead to lasting scalable change. The Arnolds became signatories of the Giving Pledge in 2010.
Position Overview
AV believes that all people in the US who want to use contraception should be able to access and afford the method best for them. To remove barriers to this essential care we fund policy research design advocacy and implementation. Our approach is pragmatic nonpartisan and focused on advancing evidence-driven scalable and sustainable policy solutions poised for near-term impact.
We are seeking a manager to participate in the development and execution of AVs strategy to advance contraceptive choice and access (CCA). The Manager will also serve as a liaison from the CCA programmatic team to grantees and internal teams including grants legal and finance. This individual will also support the teams strategy and policy work through research and analysis. The Manager will collaborate closely with the team on substantive policy-oriented projects; gain experience developing philanthropic strategies and managing high-impact philanthropic projects; and learn to advance evidence-based policy recommendations for CCA issues federally and in states. The role will be based in our Houston office and report to the Vice President of Contraceptive Choice & Access.
Core Responsibilities
Partner with the Vice President and Director to develop refine and execute portfolio strategy
Analyze and synthesize relevant developments in the field (policy politics innovation) and generate insights to inform strategy and project development
Collaborate with colleagues and grantees to identify conduct due diligence on and develop proposals for charitable grants and investments to recommend to AVs Board; oversee and track progress of pipeline and existing investments and grants
Provide thought partnership to prospective grantees on proposals by advising on the design and structure of projects as well as deliverables and performance metrics
Develop and edit Board meeting materials (strategy memos proposal recommendations presentation decks)
Manage grants contracts and other investments; track progress and impact; and draw lessons from these activities to inform strategic priorities and the development of future investments
Work with other teams at AV to identify and manage shared priorities and opportunities for collaboration
Develop and manage relationships with key stakeholders experts and new and existing grantees
Collaborate with the Communications team to develop materials that elevate grantee achievements products research policy developments and innovative approaches
The salary range for this position will be $100000-$130000.
Benefits Overview
AV is committed to providing a robust and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our current benefits package includes 100% paid employee premiums for medical dental vision basic life and short- and long-term disability insurance; 20 days of paid time off 16 paid holidays (including a winter break from December 24 to January 1) a hybrid policy that includes four days in office and one flexible day for remote work and a summer schedule with alternating Fridays off beginning on Memorial Day and ending on Labor Day; paid parental leave; a 401k retirement savings plan with an employer match profit-share contribution and immediate vesting; pre-tax transit benefits; a professional development stipend; a charitable giving stipend; and an employee assistance program. In addition a relocation bonus is available for candidates who will move to one of AVs three office locations for a position.
Our Culture and Core Values
Our culture seeks to inspire and empower our people to innovate and develop bold ideas that will help AV achieve lasting impact. Our culture and the core values that support it should create an environment that spurs our team to think outside the box feel comfortable pushing the boundaries of what is possible and signal confidence in our teams ability to make change happen through our philanthropic efforts. Although not an exhaustive list below youll find examples of AVs work culture.
We are adaptable and comfortable with ambiguity
We are intellectually curious open-minded objective humble collegial and receptive to feedback
We are action-oriented with strong self-direction and self-motivation skills with the ability to work simultaneously on multiple projects
We are able to interact confidently and collaboratively with team members and navigate relationships with external experts government leaders advocates and individuals
AVs values reflect who we are as an organization help us accelerate our strategic goals strengthen our resolve anchor us to our mission and guide our decision-making. The successful candidate will also demonstrate the following core values that inspire the AV team to make a difference.
Respect for Ourselves & Others
Audacious Action
Collaborative Engagement
Depth of Thought
Clear Communication
AV is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We are seeking applicants from a variety of backgrounds and with a variety of experiences and perspectives. Candidates who have been impacted by the systems we are seeking to change are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race color religion national origin age sex gender identity or expression marital status sexual orientation disability military/veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree in public policy public health or other related fields; or equivalent experience
4-6 years of relevant work experience with a focus on sexual and reproductive health preferably in positions involving policy advocacy research and project management responsibilities
Experience with policymaking systems and processes including the federal state and local policies that govern contraceptive choice and access
Exceptional communication skills including the ability to absorb analyze and convey complex ideas in a clear and concise manner verbally and in writing
Strong ability to analyze policy research and related data and information for strategic insights
Exceptional project management and organizational skills
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
