Product Manager

Title: Product Manager

Location: New York Metropolitan Area

Reports to: Chief Technology Officer

Status: Full time, exempt (hybrid)

How to apply: Click here to apply. Please submit a résumé. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

The mission of the Doris Duke Foundation (DDF) is to build a more creative, equitable and sustainable future by investing in artists and the performing arts, environmental conservation, medical research, child well-being and greater mutual understanding among diverse communities. DDF operates five national grantmaking programs as well as Duke Farms and Shangri La, two centers that serve the public directly. DDF’s activities are guided by the will of Doris Duke, who endowed the foundation with financial assets that currently total over $2 billion. To learn more about the foundation, visit www.dorisduke.org.

POSITION

The Product Manager will lead the development and deployment of innovative internal applications aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and supporting the foundation’s data ecosystem. This role involves defining the product vision, collaborating with stakeholders across all departments and managing the development life cycle from ideation to deployment. The Product Manager will ensure that these applications meet the specific needs of DDF’s internal teams while aligning with the foundation’s strategic goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Product Development and Management: Define and execute the product vision and strategy, focusing on internal applications that drive efficiency and strengthen the foundation’s data ecosystem.
  • Lead the product development process from concept through deployment, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to project scope.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including Finance, Investments, People & Culture, Programs, Duke Farms and Shangri La—to ensure that products meet the needs of all stakeholders.
• Operational Efficiency and Cost Management: Optimize resource allocation and utilization to ensure efficient and effective product operations.
  • Manage relationships with vendors and contractors, with a focus on reducing reliance on external consultants and controlling product-related expenses.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product performance and operational efficiency.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Engage with leaders and teams across the foundation, including the President and CEO, to gather insights, validate concepts and refine product features.
  • Ensure clear and consistent communication of product goals, progress and outcomes across all departments.
  • Support the development of a product strategy that aligns with the foundation’s mission and long-term objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated experience in product management, consulting, finance or project management, with a focus on internal applications.
• Proven ability managing the full product life cycle, with an emphasis on efficiency and data ecosystem development.
• Strong project management skills and experience in fostering cross-functional collaboration.
• Experience in managing vendor relationships and optimizing resource allocation for cost-effective operations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a track record of effective collaboration across diverse teams.
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to problem-solving and execution.

We recognize that not every candidate will meet every qualification listed. If you are passionate about our mission and believe you have the skills and experience to perform the essential functions of this role, we encourage you to apply.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Anticipated salary range is $126,400-$158,000, and the final offer will depend on experience.
• Industry-leading benefits, including a 15% employer contribution to 401(k), health insurance, four weeks paid vacation with additional time off and matching gift benefits of up to $20,000 per year—all designed to support employees’ well-being, productivity and engagement.

OUR VALUES

The following values underpin everything we do in pursuit of our mission across the Doris Duke Foundation:

Integrity: We must be honest and ethical in all that we undertake. As a group of private foundations, we are accountable to the many stakeholders affected by our work.

Excellence: We will insist on the highest standards of performance in fulfilling our mission, will ground our work in best practices and will make decisions based on the best available information.

Openness and Imagination: We will be a listening and learning organization that is responsive to ideas and opinions from a variety of sources. We value imagination and creativity, the ability to think in new ways about the work we do and how we do it.

Collaboration: We value a collaborative and supportive environment in which to advance our mission and objectives. Creating a working environment that promotes trust, honesty and respect within our organizations is as important as earning the trust and respect of our colleagues and peers in the fields in which we work.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: We believe in the essential value that a diverse set of perspectives, experiences and abilities brings to the table. Our commitment to the values of diversity, equity, inclusion

and social justice is an ongoing, active engagement reflected in our funding areas, grantees, museums, centers, board and staff. At the core of our work is a dedication to serving and learning from organizations and individuals addressing inequities and working toward a more just, healthy and inclusive society. (Learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, and how we incorporate this value into our work.)

The Doris Duke Foundation is committed to inclusive hiring and equal employment opportunity. We strongly encourage candidates of all identities, experiences, orientations and communities to apply. Our recruiting and employment practices adhere to all applicable federal, state and local laws, including the Americans with Disabilities Act. We provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation in the job application process is needed, please contact us here.