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Career Opportunities with The William and Flora Hewlett Foundation A great place to work. Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available. The William and Flora Hewlett Foundation invests in creative thinkers and problem solvers working to ensure that people, communities, and the planet can flourish. Together with our partners, we are harnessing society’s collective capacity to solve our toughest problems — from the existential threat of climate change, to persistent and pervasive inequities, to attacks on democracy itself. A nonpartisan philanthropy, the Hewlett Foundation has made grants in the U.S. and globally for nearly six decades based on an approach that emphasizes long-term support, collaboration, and trust. The foundation has approximately 130 employees, in programmatic, operational, and investment roles, and is located in the San Francisco Bay Area. Across the organization, our employees are challenged with meaningful work, have the resources for ongoing professional development and learning, and contribute to a collegial and engaging environment where they can thrive. We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion as part of our guiding principles and encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. ABOUT THE EDUCATION PROGRAM The Education Program seeks to provide grants that support students across the United States with rigorous, relevant, and innovative educational opportunities so they are equipped to lead the world they live in and positively impact the future of their communities. In 2023, the Education Program proudly awarded 134 grants that totaled over $54M. The Program’s grantmaking focuses on two strategies designed to revitalize and advance a positive and robust vision of public education: K-12 Teaching and Learning: Grants are made in the effort to promote the adoption of high-quality educational experiences in public schools and that support problem solving, critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and the development of academic mindsets. Open Education: Investments are made with the intent to democratize and personalize learning, strengthen pedagogy, and energize classrooms in the effort to ultimately build systems of learning that center student success and collective experiences. Reporting to President Amber Miller, the Program Director of Education serves a term of eight years. The Program Director is responsible for managing and directing all program-related activities and grant decisions. This person will be an eager collaborator when appropriate with other program directors and staff throughout the foundation. This position represents an exciting opportunity for a seasoned education leader who is passionate about helping to improve education, particularly within U.S. K-12 public school systems. The Program Director will be a strategic, systems-level thinker who has deep experience with both the education policy and practice landscapes; understands the work of philanthropy; is familiar with program evaluation and assessment; is eager to analyze the emergence of new technologies in education; and believes that empowering grantees and their communities is the most effective way to support their work. KEY RELATIONSHIPS Reports to: President Current Direct reports: Education Program Officers (5) Education Program Operations Manager (1) KEY OBJECTIVES Ensure the Education Program remains true to its guiding principles and education strategies, while also driving the development of innovative, sophisticated initiatives. Capitalize on the Education Program’s strengths, specifically its ability to attract, retain, and develop top talent. Build and sustain a culture of learning, curiosity, integrity, and mutual respect. Engage substantively with staff in the Education Program and across the foundation’s programmatic areas. Uphold the continued commitment of the Education Program’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging across the portfolio. Maintain a strong and successful relationship with Hewlett’s president and serve as a key member of senior staff. IDEAL EXPERIENCE Leadership experience in or deep understanding of the landscape of public K-12 education and higher education in the United States. Extensive and progressive senior-level experience in education systems leadership, philanthropy, nonprofit leadership, public policy, and/or government. Experience serving as an inspiring and authentic leader, communicator, and relationship builder. Authentic demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Graduate-level academic degree in a related field. COMPENSATION The estimated annual base salary range for this position is $450,000 to $500,000, but the final base salary will be dependent on the individual’s skills, experience, abilities, and qualifications. In addition to the annual salary, the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation offers a strong benefits package. APPLICATIONS AND NOMINATIONS If you wish to submit application materials or nominate someone to serve as the next Program Director of Education of the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation, please email: HewlettEDPD@spencerstuart.com NON-DISCRIMINATION The William and Flora Hewlett Foundation embraces the importance of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging both internally in our hiring process and organizational culture and externally in our grantmaking and related practices. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT The position is based in Menlo Park, California. Staff are working in a hybrid environment and senior staff are currently expected to work from the Hewlett Foundation office at least three times per week (unless traveling for business).

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