Citi Foundation Program Officer, Vice President

Citi • Charlotte, NC

1d • $107,120 - $160,680 • Onsite

About The Position

The Citi Foundation Program Officer supports key investments within the Foundation’s grantmaking portfolio, collaborating with national and local community organizations to design and implement programs that promote economic progress and improve the lives of people in low-income communities across the United States. The Foundation invests in community-based efforts that increase financial inclusion, catalyze job opportunities for youth, and reimagine approaches to building economically vibrant communities. Its “more than philanthropy” approach draws on Citi’s expertise and people to advance its mission, thought leadership, and innovation.

The Program Officer reviews and manages grant proposals and investments, supports project management and program improvements, and contributes to grant and data analysis for reporting. The role coordinates relationships with internal Citi stakeholders and external partners, represents the Foundation at events and meetings, and provides subject matter expertise across economic opportunity focus areas. The officer also convenes stakeholders to advance innovation and collaboration, stays informed on research, trends, and policy, and builds relationships across the field.

Requirements

• At least 8 years of experience in corporate philanthropy, community development, or complex partnership development.
• Demonstrated grant-making experience in one or more of the Citi Foundation’s economic opportunity focus areas, such as affordable housing, workforce development, financial health, or youth economic opportunity.
• Knowledge of corporate foundation operations and nonprofit/foundation compliance.
• Strong strategic thinking, independent judgment, analytical skills, and problem-solving skills applied to financial and program data.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills, including the ability to convey complex concepts to diverse audiences.
• Experience collaborating with senior leaders to achieve shared outcomes and the ability to establish and maintain effective internal and external working relationships.
• Superior time management and prioritization skills, including the ability to manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment.
• Full proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), particularly Excel data analysis and creating presentations in PowerPoint.
• Experience using AI tools to support research, data analysis, and reporting.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a high-energy, high-performing team and independently as a proactive self-starter.
• Adaptable and creative mindset, with comfort taking on new assignments and learning new things.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• Knowledge of grants management software.

Responsibilities

• Review proposals and move requests through the approval process in accordance with Citi Foundation policies, procedures, and quality and timeliness goals.
• Manage and monitor individual grant investments and conduct periodic portfolio evaluations.
• Provide project management support and partner with Foundation team members to identify and implement program and process improvements.
• Support the Foundation’s grant and data analysis efforts for internal and/or external reporting.
• Coordinate relationship management activities with internal stakeholders, including Community Relations, Human Resources, Corporate Communications, Government Affairs, and business units, to implement Citi’s “more than philanthropy” approach to community impact.
• Represent the Citi Foundation at internal and external events, community meetings, and conferences.
• Provide subject matter expertise aligned with the Citi Foundation’s economic opportunity focus areas, including affordable housing, workforce development, financial health, and youth economic opportunity.
• Convene thought leaders and key stakeholders, such as grantees, funders, and researchers, to develop opportunities for innovation and collaboration that promote the Foundation’s knowledge-building agenda.
• Stay abreast of relevant research, trends, and policy issues and develop ongoing relationships with key stakeholders in the field.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k).
• Life, accident, and disability insurance.
• Wellness programs.
• Paid time off, including planned vacation time and unplanned sick leave.
• Paid holidays.
• Eligible employees may receive discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed