Managing Director of Programs
Sarofim Foundation
denise@denisesmith.net
ABOUT THE POSITION
The Sarofim Foundation (SF) seeks an experienced foundation or nonprofit leader with a proven track record of leading impact in the community. The Managing Director of Programs (MDP) will be a person of high caliber and high character who will take a disciplined approach to building a dynamic, partner-driven organization. The MDP will work with the Executive Director as a senior member of the leadership team to establish and implement the Foundation’s strategy, including distribution of more than $100 million in annual grants.
In partnership with the Executive Director, the MDP will ensure grantmaking accomplishes the strategic vision of the Board. The Managing Director will build and manage a team of accomplished program professionals and build systems, policies, and practices to drive high impact grantmaking. A successful candidate will embody relentless optimism and humility. This position reports to the Executive Director and is located in Houston, Texas.