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The Patrick J. McGovern FoundationPortfolio Analyst
The Patrick J. McGovern Foundation operates as a philanthropic organization focused on advancing data science and artificial intelligence solutions to build a sustainable, equitable future. The…
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The Patrick J. McGovern Foundation operates as a philanthropic organization focused on advancing data science and artificial intelligence solutions to build a sustainable, equitable future. The foundation supports initiatives spanning digital health, broad digital access, data maturity in the social sector, and climate change in partnership with public, private, and social institutions. The Strategic Capital department functions as the grantmaking arm of the organization, funding civil society groups and nonprofits…
Job Description
The Patrick J. McGovern Foundation operates as a philanthropic organization focused on advancing data science and artificial intelligence solutions to build a sustainable, equitable future. The foundation supports initiatives spanning digital health, broad digital access, data maturity in the social sector, and climate change in partnership with public, private, and social institutions.
The Strategic Capital department functions as the grantmaking arm of the organization, funding civil society groups and nonprofits that utilize AI and data science for social good. A Portfolio Analyst contributes to this mission by helping allocate philanthropic resources effectively. The position involves conducting research, executing due diligence via interviews, financial reviews, and desk research, and producing materials to guide funding decisions. Additional duties include tracking ecosystem trends, distilling insights from active grants, and informing future investments.
This role suits professionals with a background in investing, consulting, business analysis, or strategy who possess strong synthesis skills and a commitment to equity. The position reports directly to the Director of Strategic Capital.
Responsibilities
- Build and maintain familiarity with grantmaking focus areas and the application of data and AI solutions.
- Conduct landscape analyses and field sensing to track new developments and shifts in AI and data science.
- Draft portfolio strategy retrospectives synthesizing outcomes and lessons from grant activities.
- Generate, test, and refine strategic hypotheses and learning questions for philanthropic investments.
- Perform research, outreach, and early-stage discussions with prospective nonprofit and civil society partners.
- Create clear, evidence-based recommendation documents for funding choices.
- Spot opportunities for collaboration and shared learning across different portfolios and grantees.
- Supply project-based assistance for building systems and team practices focused on effective grantmaking.
- Synthesize learnings from grant reports and outside sources to support the foundation's thought leadership and convening work.
Requirements
- Have at least three years of relevant professional experience in roles requiring rapid learning and sound judgment, such as strategy, investing, consulting, or business analysis.
- Regularly utilize artificial intelligence tools to accelerate synthesis, research, and analysis while applying judgment to tool outputs.
- Understand basic mechanics of AI systems to engage credibly with grantees.
- Demonstrate clear synthesis and communication skills to turn strategy alignment into well-reasoned recommendations.
- Maintain relationship management capabilities that respect external stakeholder power dynamics.
- Incorporate perspectives of underrepresented voices when evaluating potential actions.
Qualifications
- Familiarity with data and artificial intelligence topics.
Core Skills
Benefits
- Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees, spouses, domestic partners, and dependents.
- Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts.
- Life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
- 401(k) retirement plan featuring a matching contribution up to six percent of annual pay plus an additional year-end discretionary match.
- Flexible paid time off policy.
- Eleven paid holidays, paid sick leave, and paid holiday breaks.
- Access to Ginger+, Active and Fit Gym membership discounts, SmartSpend Plus, and financial well-being providers.
- Up to six months of gender-neutral paid parental leave for new parents and caregivers.
- Company reimbursement policy for development opportunities including peer learning, internal training, conferences, and external activities, plus student loan savings.
- Philanthropic matching gift program.
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What is the location or remote work policy for this role?
The posting specifies that the role features a remote work environment allowing employees to work one hundred percent remotely, with at least one annual in-person gathering for collaboration.
What is the salary range for the Portfolio Analyst position?
The starting salary range runs from $100,000 to $115,000 annually, with actual offers varying based on factors such as geographic location, education, relevant experience, certifications, and skills.
What level of experience is required?
Candidates must have three or more years of relevant work experience in fields demanding sound judgment and rapid learning, such as investing, strategy, consulting, or business analysis.
What employment type is this position?
The job posting indicates this is a full-time position.
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