Associate Program Officer

Baltimore Children and Youth Fund

Associate Program Officer managing grantee engagement and monitoring compliance for BCYF. Supporting participatory grantmaking and maintaining partnerships with funded organizations in Baltimore.

Posted 7/17/2026full-timeBaltimore • Maryland • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $75,900 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in grant management, including compliance oversight and grantee engagement, while fostering strong relationships with community partners. Possesses a deep understanding of social dynamics and historical contexts affecting community interactions in Baltimore.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Grant ManagementCompliance OversightCommunity EngagementRelationship ManagementAdministrative Support

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Soft Skills

Sensitivity to Community InteractionsStrong Communication Skills

Industry Keywords

Participatory GrantmakingGrantee EngagementSocial DynamicsHistorical System of OppressionBaltimore Community

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

supports BCYF’s participatory grantmaking and grantee engagement work
manage a portfolio of approximately 20–25 funded partners
provide ongoing monitoring, support, and compliance oversight throughout the grant lifecycle
maintain strong relationships with grantees while ensuring program alignment with BCYF expectations
conduct site visits and document observations and recommendations

Requirements

What you’ll need

proven track record of performing administrative duties in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment or growing organization
awareness of the social dynamics impacting the City and of the historical system of oppression that influences views of the City
sensitivity to interacting with citizens of Baltimore
ability to navigate the City and engage with community members

Benefits

Comp & perks

full benefits package
health insurance
dental and vision insurance
paid time off
paid parental leave
paid holidays
internet allowance
paid mileage for local travel
support for professional development opportunities