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Charles G. Koch Charitable Foundation

Program Officer for Market-Based Management®

Date posted: 7/16/2008


Job Type: Full Time


Description:

Position Summary: Established by Charles G. Koch with the vision of creating sustainable prosperity and societal progress, the Charles G. Koch Charitable Foundation actively supports academic and public policy research and educational programs that analyze the role of free societies and voluntary, market-based solutions in advancing prosperity. Charles G. Koch and the Foundation have spent over forty years partnering with organizations to foster the development of market-based tools that enable individuals, institutions, and societies to survive and prosper. Charles Koch also spent this time integrating the same principles that advance prosperity in society into his business, Koch Industries Inc., in order to create long-term success. The growth of Koch Industries into the largest privately held company in the United States is a direct result of the application of this unique management philosophy, Market-Based Management® (MBM®).

Overview of Position: The Program Officer for Market-Based Management® will join the Foundation team in applying MBM® to more effectively advance the Foundation’s mission. The Program Officer for Market-Based Management®'s initial expectations include:

  • Developing a strong understanding of the theory and practice of MBM® and its applications for the non-profit sector
  • Assist in leading MBM® classes and discussions for the Koch Associate Program, which trains promising leaders and entrepreneurs for the non-profit sector
  • Improving performance by assisting Foundation staff members in key MBM® areas such as economic thinking, decision-making framework, competitive strategy, supervisory skills, and selection

After demonstrating the ability to positively contribute in the areas described above additional responsibilities may include:

  • Leading and contributing to Koch Associate Program curriculum
  • Working with partner non-profits in understanding and applying MBM®

Requirements: An ideal candidate will possess:

  • Strong knowledge and interest in applying market-based principles to create value for both the organization and for society
  • Prior experience in a decision-making role
  • Entrepreneurial spirit, sense of urgency, integrity, humility and a clear understanding of personal strengths and weaknesses with the ability to internalize feedback
  • Collaborative, results-focused, and able to drive productive change
  • Advanced degree in economics, political science or related field preferred

Salary for this position is commensurate with experience. We are an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V


Website: http://www.cgkfoundation.org


Job Link: http://cgkfoundation.ats.hrsmart.com/cgi-bin/a/highlightjob.cgi?jobid=1



Contact Information: 

Ms. Elizabeth Brannen
Senior Human Resource Coordinator
1515 Courthouse Road
Suite 200
Arlington, VA, 22201
USA
liz.brannen@cgkfoundation.org
703.875.1600
703.875.1601