Principal, Programs and Policy (Philanthropic Partnerships)

Omidyar Network•Washington, DC

6d•$154,200 - $214,200•Hybrid

About The Position

Omidyar Network is seeking a Principal, Programs and Policy (Philanthropic Partnerships) to shape its engagement across the philanthropic ecosystem on artificial intelligence and digital technology. The role develops and advances partnerships in three areas: educating funders, coordinating funder collaborations and aligned funding opportunities, and creating signature initiatives or products that elevate the network’s priorities. The Principal will serve as a resource to funders, steward relationships and partnerships, and help shape philanthropic conversations about digital technology, AI, and their societal implications. The position calls for a strategic, relationship-oriented leader who can translate complex topics and opportunities for varied audiences, coordinate across teams, and represent Omidyar Network externally. The role reports to the Senior Director, Programs and Policy, based remotely in Los Angeles, California. This is a hybrid position based in either the San Francisco or Washington, DC office. Employees work in the office on Tuesdays and Wednesdays and must live within 100 miles of their assigned office. The role requires moderate travel, approximately 20–30% depending on the time of year. Candidates must have current U.S. work authorization; the organization does not sponsor or support visas or work authorization. This is a full-time, salaried position. Starting salary is $171,400–$214,200 in San Francisco or $154,200–$192,800 in Washington, DC. New hires generally start at the midpoint of the applicable range. Benefits include health care, paid time off, and an employer 401(k) contribution.

Requirements

At least 7 years of experience in philanthropy, partnerships, fundraising, or a related field.
Credibility within the philanthropic ecosystem and a strong track record of building high-impact funder partnerships that produce results and reflect shared values.
Ability to build trust with senior decision-makers, listen effectively, advocate, and identify funding and collaboration opportunities.
Relationships in some part of the philanthropic ecosystem, such as institutional or family foundations, family offices, individual donors and their advisors, funding intermediaries, or newer technology and AI funders, along with the ability to build additional relationships.
Sophisticated engagement with digital technology, AI governance, and societal implications, and the ability to explain complex issues clearly and accessibly.
Strategic thinking and the ability to translate opportunities and big-picture goals into concrete next steps.
Strong organization and follow-up skills to manage multiple relationships and ensure conversations have clear next steps.
Outstanding writing and presentation skills, including experience orienting senior audiences to complex fields and writing presentation materials.
Current U.S. work authorization; the organization does not sponsor visas or other work authorization.

Nice To Haves

Relevant experience may include work with foundations or funder collaboratives; donor advisory or family office teams; or institutional or major-gift fundraising at a nonprofit, research institution, or policy organization.
An entrepreneurial mindset, comfort with ambiguity, and interest in building initiatives and identifying emerging trends across technology, policy, and philanthropy.
Commitment to shaping the digital future toward shared power, prosperity, and possibility.

Responsibilities

Deliver substantive briefings on the technology, AI, and society landscape and opportunities responsive to field and funder priorities.
Create and manage briefing materials, presentations, and two-pagers for institutional philanthropies, high-net-worth individuals, family offices, funding intermediaries, donor advisors, and public-interest funds.
Plan and facilitate events connecting funders with learning and investment opportunities, engaging relevant experts and Omidyar Network colleagues.
Manage a pipeline of funder relationships, including inbound inquiries, proactive outreach, and existing partnerships.
Convene regular strategy and learning conversations across anchor partnerships, including Humanity AI, Andaris, and The Tech We Want.
Collaborate with Omidyar Network leadership and the Programs and Policy team on co-funding opportunities, joint initiatives, and aligned strategies.
Work with the Strategy, Learning, and Impact team to track and report impact.
Monitor developments in philanthropy related to digital technology governance, artificial intelligence, and societal implications.
Represent Omidyar Network at strategic convenings and conferences.
Serve as a recognized voice on philanthropic partnership and Omidyar Network’s priority areas.