Sr. Program Officer Advocacy and Awareness S2N

Name: Sr. Program Officer Advocacy and Awareness S2N Location: Irvine, CA Job Posting Location - City, State: Irvine, CA Work Type: Full-time Department: Community Engagement

Description & Requirements

Come join our family at In-N-Out Burger! 
The In-N-Out Burger Community Engagement team has an excellent opportunity for a Senior Program Officer Advocacy and Awareness for our Slave 2 Nothing Foundation based out of our Irvine, CA* office.  
This position will report to the Foundation Supervisor and support In-N-Out Burger’s Slave 2 Nothing Foundation. The Sr. Program Officer will play a key role in advancing awareness initiatives, developing advocacy efforts, and strengthening community partnerships to increase the Foundation’s impact and visibility.
The Slave 2 Nothing Foundation was established to educate and support nonprofits working to eliminate human trafficking, as well as focus on those fighting substance abuse. 
*This position is full-time, in-office only 
General Responsibilities

• Engage nonprofits, partners, and stakeholders within our priority causes—building relationships and gathering insights through site visits and other interactions to strengthen awareness and advocacy efforts.
• Develop and contribute to programs that advocate for priority causes and enhance community awareness, in collaboration with senior staff. 
• Collaborate closely with Marketing, Communications, and Project Management teams to contribute to and refine community engagement strategies. 
• Build and maintain relationships with community organizations to foster partnerships and support long-term collaboration. 
• Contribute significantly to the planning and execution of events, projects, and special initiatives, ensuring alignment with Foundation and company goals. 
• Develop and lead  Slave 2 Nothing initiatives that advocate for priority causes and build community awareness, carrying initiatives from ideation through completion.
• Conduct research and landscape scans to identify advocacy opportunities, emerging trends, and potential partners that align with the Foundation’s mission and priorities.
• Support the development of awareness and advocacy strategies by gathering insights, analyzing opportunities, and providing recommendations to senior leadership.

Work Schedule + Benefits 

• Full-time, Salary, Exempt 
• Pay Range: $77,000-$90,000 
• The above represents the expected pay range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we will consider your experience and other job-related factors. 
• Office Hours in Irvine, CA: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm 
• Department needs will call for occasional evenings and weekends 
• Travel: Approximately 20–50% of work time will be spent in the field, including required out-of-state travel. 
• Excellent Benefits, to include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, FSA’s, 401(k)/Profit Sharing Plan, Adoption Assistance, Education Reimbursement, Supplemental Health Plans and Pet Insurance 

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Nonprofit Management, Social Work, Public Administration, or a related field required; Master’s degree or MBA preferred. 
• Certification in Grant Management, Grant Writing, Project Management, or Nonprofit Management is highly desirable. 
• Minimum of 6 years of nonprofit management experience, with a focus on grant making or a closely related field. 
• Proven experience in strategic planning, relationship building, and advocacy within the nonprofit sector. 
• Direct service experience in substance abuse recovery, with a strong commitment to supporting this community. 
• Strong communication, public speaking, and interpersonal skills. 
• Highly organized, with exceptional time management and resource management skills. 
• Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to adapt to change. 
• High emotional intelligence paired with strong critical thinking capabilities. 
• Proficiency with nonprofit CRM systems, project management tools (e.g., Asana, Trello), and the Microsoft Office Suite. 
• Knowledge of budgeting, financial management, and analysis tools. 

Work Location Details 
In-N-Out Burger plans to bring its west coast headquarters team back together under one roof by the end of 2029. After maintaining two Southern California office locations for many years, the company will permanently close its Irvine office in 2029 and once again headquarter the company’s western territory solely in Baldwin Park, California, where the company was founded in 1948. 
Newly hired Associates in Irvine will be eligible to participate in the group move to Tennessee with relocation assistance or work from our western headquarters in Baldwin Park, CA, upon its opening in 2029. We are sharing this information early so candidates can make informed decisions while considering a career with In-N-Out Burger 
About In-N-Out Burger 
In-N-Out Burger was founded in 1948 by Harry and Esther Snyder in Baldwin Park, California, and remains privately owned and operated. Under the direction of the Snyder family, the company has opened restaurants throughout California, Nevada, Arizona, Utah, Texas and Oregon, Colorado, Washington and Idaho. In-N-Out Burger’s menu has remained the same since 1948, and we have maintained a simple philosophy - serve only the highest quality product, prepare it in a clean and sparkling environment, and serve it in a warm and friendly manner. We have built a reputation for fresh, made-to-order food prepared and served by friendly, well-trained Associates. 
ABOUT the Community Engagement Department 
The In-N-Out Burger Foundation was established in 1995 with the goal of raising funds to assist abused and neglected children in the communities where we live and do business. 
In 2016, the Slave 2 Nothing Foundation was established to educate and assist in solutions to eliminate human trafficking as well as focus on those needing treatment, rehabilitation, and prevention from drug/alcohol abuse. Our Fundraising Team supports both foundations with small and large scaled fundraising efforts and collaborates with Community Impact on volunteer opportunities for our In-N-Out Burger Associates and their families. 
2025 marked the public launch of HIS EYES Foundation, providing hope, immediate support and sustainable solutions to those experiencing homelessness, inspired by the life and service to that community by Lynsi’s brother-in-law, Evan Ellingson.  
Our Fundraising Team supports all three foundations with development efforts, as well as collaborating with Community Impact on volunteer opportunities for our In-N-Out Burger Associates and their families. 
In-N-Out Burger offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefit package. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer by choice. Should there be a need, In-N-Out Burger will provide reasonable accommodation to complete the interview process upon request.