program assistant

department coordinator

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communication specialist

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Ford Foundation

What is the best part of working at the company?
It is its supportive working environment and especially, it is a place where I can adjust myself to a better person working for public benefits. 

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Since it is an non-government organization in Vietnam, finding an appropriate approach to work with local agencies is the most stressful part.

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
My boss supported me and guided me through all the difficulties that I experienced when working with local agencies and people. 

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
I should plan ahead what I should do to fulfill my duties and be at the workplace to make it happen.

What is the best part of working at the company?
The collegial  atmosphere , the food. Everything 

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Employee relations can be stressful  but overall it is a delight. The Ford community is my ideal work environment.  

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
As previously mentioned,  this is a fantastic opportunity  with educational support,  great colleagues  and a beautiful building.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
It varies. Some days I am working with my business partners.  Other days I am working on employee relations conversations,  and I also travel for my role.

In which department you work in at the Foundation determines the culture. Overall most people are the ideal colleague. They are polite and professional.  However, there are those who don't understand what it's actually like to be a lower level employee and get paid less, even though it's a philanthropic organization.  They don't know what it's like to wonder if you will be able to pay your bills, feed your children or understand some of the struggles and suffering some less fortunate have endured. And it is clear in some instances,  the don't really care.

This is an organization where efficiency and accuracy is valued. They make you bring out the best in you with all the available work tools.
The management needs to be cohesive and make necessary changes at the appropriate time.
Staff should be encouraged to work as a team.
Tedious part of the job is when you are intimidated for your hardwork

I worked at Ford as a temp, and it was nice while it lasted. It started out very busy when I was hired on. Then after some months it was very slow pace and a lot of down time. There was a nice support staff that would help assist you if needed but we mostly worked independently which was fine with me.

Used to be a great place to work. Now, I go down the list of open positions at their website, and I see my friends' names who left in frustration or who were let go with little notice. Too sad for words.

I look back on my time at Ford and felt it was a great experience. I would highly recommend, everyone I worked with was incredible knowledgeable, and there were so many amazing projects and connections made here. I wish my fellowship could last forever, but it propelled me into amazing social impact career opportunities. 

Great pace to work. Somewhat of an 'academic' atmosphere, which I like.  People were lovely to work with. Good work/life balance and lots of vacation time - including mandatory week-long break for everyone around Christmastime.

I love working here. My manager is very helpful and the work is very engaging. My co-workers are all very skilled in their unique field and their insight and general motivation for their job is inspiring.

The ford foundation is a great work place and environment. Everyone at the ford foundation is both friendly and encouraging. There are many opportunities at the ford foundation for growth

Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Program assistant 5 salaries reported	$81,000 per year
Department coordinator 5 salaries reported	$92,500 per year
Fellow 3 salaries reported	$96,667 per year
Communication specialist 1 salary reported	$72,000 per year
Summer intern 1 salary reported	$25.00 per hour

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