Job Openings

Development Associate, Portland Office

The Development Associate is a wide-ranging role that is a lead administrative staff for PSD that manages year-round virtual statewide events as well as in person regional events for the Portland Metro, Northern Willamette Valley, and North Coast areas. This position also assists philanthropic advisors in these regions to advance donor, prospective donor and professional advisor relationships, and staffs the administrative operations for the Philanthropic Services Department (PSD) programs. Full position description here.

Director of Culturally Responsive Programs, Portland Office

Reporting to the Chief Community Engagement and Equity Officer, the Director of Culturally Responsive Programs (DOCRP) leads the Foundation’s culturally specific portfolio within the Community Engagement and Equity Department. This leader will set strategic direction and guide proactive grantmaking, community engagement, and program development with and for specific cultural communities—particularly Black, Indigenous, Latino, AAPI, and immigrant communities.

 DOCRP will oversee a dedicated team and manage a portfolio that blends grantmaking, convening, advocacy, and partnership-building to increase engagement, trust, and measurable impact in these communities. Beyond grantmaking, the Director will leverage partnerships across the philanthropic, nonprofit, public, and private sectors, as well as engage in public policy efforts. They will also cultivate relationships with donors and explore new opportunities to grow resources and expand grantmaking capacity.

DOCSP will champion best practices in participatory grantmaking and inclusive community engagement, advancing the program strategy by monitoring the field and staying abreast of local, regional, and national trends. Full position description here.