Manager, Office of External Affairs
The Ford Foundation
About this role
The Manager, Office of External Affairs supports the Vice President & Chief External Affairs Officer by leading the office’s operational and project management functions. The role centers on overseeing issues and risk monitoring, supporting government affairs workstreams, and enabling executive-level briefings and cross‑functional coordination within the foundation.
Skills
Qualifications
About The Ford Foundation
fordfoundation.orgThe Ford Foundation is a global social justice philanthropy that envisions a fair and peaceful world with opportunities for all. With a focus on addressing inequities, the Foundation supports initiatives across various sectors, including human rights, economic fairness, and gender equity, empowering marginalized communities and fostering impactful change. By collaborating with visionary leaders and frontline organizations, the Ford Foundation aims to drive social progress and enhance resilience worldwide.
Recent company news
Ford FoundationFoundations Commit $36.5 Million in Emergency Funding to Protect Public Media in Vulnerable Communities
Aug 19, 2025
citybizFord Foundation Appoints Jason W. Ingle to Board of Trustees
1 week ago
The New York TimesFor His Next Act, Ex-Ford Foundation Leader Heads to Hollywood
1 month ago
freebeacon.comSoros, Ford Foundation Fund European Nonprofit Targeting US Companies for Doing Business in Israel
Dec 9, 2025
Capital Research CenterThe Ford Foundation spends $20 million-per-month on lefty advocacy
Sep 2, 2025
About The Ford Foundation
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Leadership Team
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
Unlock Company Insights
View leadership team, funding history,
and employee contacts for The Ford Foundation.
Salary
$120k – $125k
per year
More jobs at The Ford Foundation
Similar Jobs
Vice President, Medical Affairs
Alkeus Pharmaceuticals
External Affairs Manager
Veterans United Home Loans
VP EXTERNAL COMMUNICATIONS
GovernmentJobs
Vice President of External Affairs (Fundraising/Communications)
Planned Parenthood
Provost & Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs - Office of The Chancellor | Academic Affairs
University of Wisconsin–River Falls
Chief External Affairs Officer
Jacq Bennett Consulting