Program Specialist – Systems Innovation Squad

Based in Battle Creek, Mich.

Program specialists cultivate and maintain relationships with program staff, grant seekers, grantees, and other internal and external partners by using foundation best practices and providing appropriate technical and systems support in the development and implementation associated with all aspects of foundation programming efforts.

Education / Experience

Minimum of associate degree plus three years of administrative or management support experience; or high school diploma or equivalent with at least five years of previously mentioned experience.
Strong skills in interpersonal and relationship building, written and oral communication and judgment.
Understanding of WKKF issues and priorities.
Adaptable to working with broad and diverse audiences.
Knowledge of project management and workflow approaches and technologies; research skills including data collection, analysis, interpretation and communication.
Ability to collaborate with colleagues, teams, grantees, partners, and communities.
Ability to problem solve using an analytical approach, understanding processes and workflows.
Agility in day-to-day work.
Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional and personal development.
High ethical standards and commitment to the fiduciary responsibilities of WKKF.

Additional position specific information

SALARY INFORMATION: The salary range for this position is $60,000 – $75,000. Actual starting salary of candidate will be commensurate with years, breadth, and depth of relevant experience, education, certifications, credentials, special skills, accomplishments and other factors relevant to the position.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 13, 2026

How to Apply

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of applicant materials will begin immediately and continue until February 13, 2026 .

APPLICATIONS/NOMINATIONS PROCESS: Please submit all nominations, inquiries, and/or application materials at the following LINK.

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The W.K. Kellogg Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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The W.K. Kellogg Foundation (WKKF) partners with executive search firms and we post our job openings on various websites and forums, including our website.

We do not solicit money from jobseekers and any offers of temporary work are not affiliated with WKKF and should be disregarded.

Thank you for your interest in working with the W.K. Kellogg Foundation.

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