Associates, Multiple Positions Robert Wood Johnson Foundation

About the Opportunities

(Post Date: September 28, 2020)

The Foundation is currently seeking four associates in the Program, Policy and Research-Evaluation-Learning units. Associates are professional staff responsible for facilitating and supporting the execution of work in their unit/theme. They perform a wide range of activities that are specific to their role. Associates are based in the Foundation’s Princeton, N.J. office unless noted below.

The Foundation is currently seeking the following associates:

• Program Associate—Healthy Children and Families theme
• Program Associate—Healthy Communities theme
• Program Associate—Policy Unit (Work location–Washington, D.C.)
  
• Research Associate—Research-Evaluation-Learning unit

All staff are expected to demonstrate a passionate commitment to equity and the Foundation’s vision, values, and Guiding Principles.

For details about each Associate position: https://www.rwjf.org/en/about-rwjf/job-opportunities/associates-multiple.html?cid=xli_rwjf_unpd_dte%3A20200929&fbclid=IwAR1lWPyLV51EV-F9QwTNoxaqAswj9sByP5e7MoVpAkGJf9nkNN7_UK6Ouvg 

Minimum Requirements: All Associate Positions

• Commitment to equity and the Foundation’s vision, values, and Guiding Principles.
• Two (2) years of related work experience in health or a related field including the social determinants of health, preferably in the nonprofit or government sector; knowledge of philanthropy helpful.
• Experience fostering an inclusive environment working as part of a multidisciplinary team and working effectively with persons from diverse cultural, social, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite and experience with file sharing systems (Dropbox, Google docs).
• Able to work and think independently with confidence, and in teams, to think imaginatively about opportunities; to create and respond to novel and innovative approaches to addressing an issue; to inspire others to work towards achieving team goals; and to be tolerant of ambiguity and differences in grantmaking approaches.
• Intellectually curious; able to apply learning to work responsibilities.
• Collaborative, collegial, team-oriented, and energetic; able to develop productive relationships with colleagues, grantees, consultants, external funders, etc.
• Strong time, project, and people management skills and the ability to balance multiple priorities.
• Able to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals and periodicals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations. Able to synthesize and translate complicated material into clear and simple language.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to make decisions justify recommendations.
• Able to travel as required.
• Education and experience equivalent to a master’s degree (e.g., Master of Public Health or Public Policy), or a bachelor’s degree and two (2) years of related experience or training, especially in public health, public policy, or a related health, behavioral, or social science field.

For details about each Associate position: https://www.rwjf.org/en/about-rwjf/job-opportunities/associates-multiple.html?cid=xli_rwjf_unpd_dte%3A20200929&fbclid=IwAR1lWPyLV51EV-F9QwTNoxaqAswj9sByP5e7MoVpAkGJf9nkNN7_UK6Ouvg 

To Apply:

Dunlevy & Associates will manage the search on behalf of the Foundation. All interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter via the ZipRecruiter link. The cover letter should include the following elements:

• The name of the position(s) for which you are applying.
• Why you are interested in the specific position(s) and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.
• Any additional professional and/or personal experience that informs your qualifications for the position(s) that otherwise is not obvious from your resume.
• Your salary requirements for the position(s).