National Wildlife Federation job in Washington, DC
Founded in 1936, the National Wildlife Federation is America's largest and most trusted grassroots conservation organization with 52 state/territorial affiliates and more than seven million members and supporters, including hunters, anglers, gardeners, birders, hikers, campers, paddlers, and outdoor enthusiasts of all stripes. The Federation's mission is to unite all Americans to ensure wildlife thrive in our rapidly changing world through programming focused on conserving wildlife, restoring habitats and waterways, expanding outdoor opportunities, connecting children with nature, and addressing the causes and consequences of climate change. The Federation is committed to inspiring all people around our shared love of nature and wildlife by creating a welcoming and inclusive community representative of all Americans.
To advance our mission, we are seeking a full-time Senior Policy Specialist, Clean Energy to join our Climate and Energy team, working out of our National Advocacy Center in Washington, DC, with telework options. Our Climate and Energy team advances domestic policies at federal, regional, and state levels that curb greenhouse gas emissions, speed an equitable transition to clean energy on- and offshore, decarbonize industry, and expand natural and technological carbon removal. NWF seeks to grow bipartisan support for short- and long-term policy action on climate, working with a range of partners to build diverse coalitions. The Senior Policy Specialist, Clean Energy will help shape and bring leadership to NWF's policy and advocacy priorities with regards to the needed expansion of responsibly developed clean energy in the United States, integrating our commitments to climate stabilization, habitat and natural resource conservation, environmental justice, and community engagement. You will report to the Associate Vice President of Climate and Energy and work alongside the rest of the Climate and Energy and Offshore Wind teams in Washington, D.C.
As the Senior Policy Specialist, Clean Energy, you will serve as a primary in-house expert on clean energy technologies and policy options, helping guide the Federation's activities to advance the environmentally and socially responsible buildout of renewable and zero/low-carbon energy at the pace and scale needed to stabilize our rapidly changing climate while avoiding, minimizing, and mitigating negative impacts to wildlife habitat and elevating the needs of host communities. You will advise and collaborate with the AVP and colleagues from the climate, offshore wind, public and private lands, environmental justice, Tribal outreach, and other teams and regional offices in shaping and representing clean energy policy for NWF. You will perform policy analysis, advocacy, research, writing, public and media education, coalition building and maintenance, and intra-organizational communication and coordination.
Principle Duties (major areas of responsibility):
* Policy Analysis and Advocacy
* Congress: You will serve as our team's primary point person for Congressional strategy and outreach on clean energy, keeping abreast of policy opportunities (including appropriations), building relationships with key offices and staff, and striving for bipartisanship.
* Federal Agencies: You will advocate for policy solutions at the Department of Energy, the Bureau of Land Management, and potentially others that steer the energy sector toward responsible decarbonization. You will monitor, lead, and collaborate on response to key regulatory actions through public comments and communications strategies.
* States: You will provide input to NWF's Senior Program Manager for Climate and Energy Policy on the development of a state policy hub that provides resources and technical assistance to state partners, and on identification of potential model state legislation and targeted advocacy engagement opportunities.
* Analysis: In collaboration with the AVP and other team members, you will help guide NWF policy on permitting and on emerging areas of importance.
* Other Advocacy Duties: You will occasionally represent NWF and our clean energy policy goals in the media and help advise on public statements.
* Coalition Participation and Partnership Development - You will lead NWF engagement in NGO-industry working groups on clean energy, including on clean energy tax credits, energy innovation policy, next-generational geothermal energy policy, and congressional strategy regarding offshore wind. You will pursue or support new relationships and collaborations with various partners to advance federal policy priorities, and work with regional staff and field organizers to identify and educate partners at the state and local levels, especially within our network of 52 independent state and territorial affiliates. You will work closely with Federation affiliates to advise and support their participation in advocacy and stakeholder dialogues.
* Stakeholder Education - In collaboration with our regional field directors and other regional staff, you will personally engage in key U.S. regions (especially the Intermountain West, Gulf states, and Appalachia) to facilitate stakeholder education of clean energy solutions, such as by helping organize virtual listening sessions on local impacts of the clean energy buildout. You will help craft educational and persuasive materials on clean energy for different audiences and shape a strategy for (terrestrial) clean energy industry education on wildlife and community needs, working with colleagues to refine and disseminate best practices for responsible development.
* Fundraising - You will work closely with the AVP and NWF's philanthropy team to maintain existing funder relationships and devise and execute strategies to seek new funding opportunities to support our clean energy goals.
Qualifications
* A Bachelor's degree and 4-6 years of relevant experience, with a working knowledge of clean energy, smart grid technology, renewable energy permitting/siting, energy storage, or related policy.
* A Master's or other advanced degree in environmental policy or law, environmental engineering, energy innovation, climate change, biology, environmental economics, or relevant field can count towards experience.
* Familiarity with the U.S. political system and have issue advocacy experience, plus be skilled at synthesizing and communicating information for policy or advocacy audiences in a compelling and accurate manner in writing and orally.
* Well organized with excellent attention to detail, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, set goals, and meet deadlines.
* Comfortable working in a dynamic team and independently and be a go-getter with initiative to get things done.
* Strong interpersonal and networking skills with the ability to work well with diverse interests, including labor, business, conservation, and environmental justice and Tribal representatives
Travel Requirements
Travel will consist of about 20-30% of time throughout the U.S.
Location and Work Mode:
This position will be based in Washington, D.C. The National Wildlife Federation is committed to a flexible and empowered work environment with an authentic community of care for all staff. In this position, the employee may work hybrid (remote/office mix) to be decided jointly with their supervisor in the final stages of the interview process. For more information on Work Modes, please review the benefits section of our careers page: ************************************
Physical Requirements of the Job:
Remaining in a normal seated or standing position for extended periods; reaching and grasping by extending hand(s) or arm(s); dexterity to manipulate objects with fingers, for example, using a keyboard; communication skills using the spoken word; ability to see and hear within normal parameters; ability to move about the workspace. The position requires mobility, including moving materials weighing up to several pounds (such as a laptop computer or tablet).
Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this position with reasonable accommodation. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis.
Compensation And Benefits
The salary range for this position is currently $85,000 - $90,000 annually, dependent upon qualifications and experience.
We are proud of our designation by Mogul as a Top 100 Workplace with the Best Benefits, and by Forbes as one of America's best small employers! We value work-life balance and a family-friendly atmosphere with flexible scheduling. We want you to be able to integrate work and personal life with attention to your self-care, so that your work schedule is not depleting. We offer benefits so you feel restored and fueled through the day and week.
We offer these supports to help manage your mental, emotional, and physical health:
* Paid time off: Vacation that starts off at three weeks accrual based on a full-time schedule, unlimited wellbeing (this time can be used for physical, spiritual, emotional, cultural, religious or financial wellbeing for yourself, a partner, or family member - including pets), and 11 holidays
* We close down for a paid winter break between December 25 to January 1 to recognize end of-year stress, and time for reflection, rejuvenation, and spending time with family.
* Up to 16 weeks of fully paid Family and Medical Leave
* Low-cost health, dental, and vision insurance options - all outpatient mental health is covered at in-network rates
* Therapist available at no cost
* Pet insurance and discount perk program
* Annual wellbeing allowance
In addition to your salary, we offer the following supports to your personal finances:
* Retirement plan with immediate match and vesting
* Annual year end retirement contribution
* Tuition Reimbursement
* Adoption and Surrogacy assistance
* Pet adoption stipend
* Student Loan management
Applicants are invited to learn more about National Wildlife Federation's benefits package at ************************************.
Application:
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Candidates should submit a cover letter and resume. NWF is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with regard to any classes or characteristics protected by law.
For more information on our recruiting process, please review our Careers page: ************************************
We recognize that people come with a wealth of knowledge and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. Your experience, which may include paid and unpaid work, including volunteer work, helps build the competencies and knowledge that translates to our openings. Whether you're new to the field, returning to work after a gap in your employment, or are taking the next step in your career path, if you believe you could excel in this role we encourage you to apply! Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and a culture of excellence. To be eligible for this role you must be a U.S. citizen or have valid work authorization to work in the U.S.
Please let us know if you require accommodations during the application or interview process by reaching us at *************** or ************.
If selected for this position, a background check will be conducted.
$85k-90k yearly 4d ago
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Federal Campaigns Lead - Climate Policy & Advocacy
The Public Interest Network 4.0
Washington, DC job
An environmental advocacy organization in Washington, DC is seeking a Federal Campaigns Director to lead efforts in protecting clean air, water, and wildlife. This role requires strategic campaign leadership, coalition-building, and effective advocating for environmental policies. Ideal candidates should have at least 5 years of experience, strong communication skills, and a passion for grassroots organizing. Comprehensive benefits included.
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$81k-126k yearly est. 2d ago
Federal Campaigns Director
The Public Interest Network 4.0
Washington, DC job
Environment America has one mission: to protect the natural world. We're hiring an experienced and creative campaigner to lead our work in Washington, D.C. to defend and win new protections for clean air, clean water, clean energy, wildlife and open spaces, and a livable climate.
Key Responsibilities
Environment America's Federal Campaigns Director will guide and execute campaigns to advance our policy goals in Washington, DC. This position requires excellent judgment and discretion and the ability to oversee significant projects. Key responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
Strategy: Develop and advance our federal policy agenda, including campaigns to recover America's wildlife, make our waterways safe for swimming and reduce plastic pollution.
Advocacy: Lobby Congress and the federal government on our policy priorities. Advocate for our positions and persuade decision makers to act, while developing collaborative relationships with legislators and congressional staff on both sides of the aisle.
Coalition Building: Reach out to a broad range of organizations and constituency groups across the political spectrum to demonstrate support for our campaign goals. Run weekly or monthly coalition meetings with groups that have committed to work together on our campaigns.
Media and Visibility: Get coverage for our campaigns and vision in the media and other channels in order to educate and motivate our supporters and decision-makers. Write press releases, op-eds, and letters to the editor; meet with reporters and hold press events; maintain an active social media presence for our campaigns.
Fundraising: Earn support for our program from foundations and individual donors.
Build the team: Recruit, hire and manage advocates and interns to make more progress on our campaigns.
Qualifications
You are:
Passionate about the environment and using the power of grassroots organizing to win campaigns.
A campaign advocate, grassroots organizer, lobbyist or legislative staffer or with at least 5 years of experience.
An effective communicator with excellent writing and public speaking skills. Experience getting traditional and digital media coverage in previous work is a plus.
Creative and effective at solving complex problems; a strategic thinker who can take advantage of new opportunities.
A team leader with a track record of recruiting people and improving performance, or the skills to do so.
Willing and interested in working with people who think differently than you in order to build broad support for our campaigns.
Well-organized and able to make plans for long-term success, across multiple priorities.
A hard worker, willing to spend hours calling activists or monitoring middle-of-the-night Senate votes to win your campaigns.
Details
Compensation and Benefits
The target annual compensation for someone with 5-12 years of relevant experience is $42,000-$60,000. Candidates on the lower end of directly relevant experience should expect to be on the lower end of this range; candidates on the higher end of relevant experience are likely to be on the higher end of this range. Environment America offers an excellent benefits package. Our benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents, time off, a commuter benefit program, a 401(k) plan with employer match, parental leave, long term disability insurance, and may include needs-based student loan assistance. We also offer an excellent training program and opportunities for advancement.
Location: Washington, DC
Why work with Environment America? Check out 10 reasons: ************************************************
Our Mission and Values
Environment America is part of The Public Interest Network, which operates and supports organizations committed to a shared vision of a better world and a strategic approach to social change. Visit ******************************************* for things you should know about our network when you apply.
Please do not use AI when drafting your application. We want to know how you think and write.
Environment America is an equal opportunity employer.
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$42k-60k yearly 2d ago
Executive Assistant, Oceans - 26036
World Wildlife Fund 4.6
Washington, DC job
World Wildlife Fund (WWF), one of the world's leading conservation organizations, seeks an Executive Assistant, Oceans. The Executive Assistant, Oceans will provide confidential administrative and operational support to the SVP and senior leaders of the team. Using extensive knowledge of WWF's policies, organization, and a high level of technical skill, the Executive Assistant is responsible for coordinating administrative functions on behalf of the executive and leadership team. This position operates with considerable independent judgment and initiative, partnership with leadership, and contributes to the program's efficient and smooth functioning and the team's positive culture.
Salary Range: $78,400 - $98,000
Please note: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Responsibilities
1) Executive and Administrative Support
* Coordinates and maintains calendars for the SVP and senior leaders of the team, reconciling conflicts proactively. Coordinates all aspects of meetings, travel, training, and other events.
* Prepares and collects meeting materials, itineraries, and briefs. Seeks to provide a comprehensive technical and logistical information suite to ensure the executive succeeds and meets objectives.
* Plans domestic and international travel. Books travel and coordinates with travel agency and vendors. Prepares itineraries and detailed schedule.
* Organizes and attends team meetings. Coordinates and communicates logistics for team staff. Drafts and distributes agenda, notes, and supporting materials to attendees promptly.
* Answers complex inquiries requiring detailed knowledge of program procedures. Screens, routes, answers phone calls and responds to routine and non-routine requests with diplomacy and discretion. Attends internal and external meetings as a department representative and provides appropriate summaries and follow-up.
* Monitors incoming emails and requests. Updates and manages Executive's contacts and to-do list, monitors deadlines, follows up on delegated tasks, and provides proactive reminders.
* Tracks Executive's expenses and prepares expense reports in a timely manner and in accordance with WWF Finance guidelines.
* Drafts letters, documents, and other materials for staff, inter-department meetings, and outside individuals. Proofreads and edits documents, reports, proposals, and presentations. Assists with the preparation of executive proposals and presentations.
* Provides general administrative support, including notetaking, photocopying/scanning, collating and distributing materials, ordering publications, and purchasing office supplies.
* Maintains filing and archiving systems (physical and digital), ensuring that up-to-date versions of documents such as strategic plans and presentations, individual objectives and work plans, job descriptions, and agreements are easily accessible.
2) Operations and Office Support
* Works with SVP and Deputy to streamline administrative and operations functions across the team.
* Maintains team organizational chart, distribution lists, annual leave schedules, and team calendar.
* Coordinates logistics for team meetings and retreats with members of the team.
* Coordinates all administrative and logistics aspects of Executive's responsibilities, including expense reports, payments, travel grants, and other agreements directed by the Executive.
* Assists strategic engagement and communications staff in providing information and following up to promote the program.
* Applies excellent organizational, research, communication, and planning skills in operations support as needed.
* Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.
3) Planning and Program Operations Support
* Works with Deputy, program operations, finance, and accounting staff to assist in preparing and monitoring annual work plans aligned with the annual budget and monthly expenses.
* Coordinates with Deputy and Program Operations to align budget, expenses, and agreements to ensure an efficient accounting-programmatic workflow across the team.
* Supports the team in drafting scopes of work, monitoring deliverables, and routing agreements and contracts for grantees, vendors, and consultants, together with program operations and accounting teams to ensure that deliverables are met, obligations are fulfilled, and invoices processed promptly.
Key Competencies
* Interpersonal and Communication Skills: Communicates effectively with other people, both internally among Oceans and WWF colleagues, and externally with organizational partners, research and academic partners, donors, and the public; adapts communication style to the appropriate audience and understands the value of different communication and behavioral styles; exercises discretion and maintains confidentiality.
* Time Management and Attention to Detail: Proactively develops and adheres to well-structured work plans, prioritizing tasks under tight deadlines; ensures accuracy and consistency in materials, reports, and financial metrics to maintain high-quality outputs.
* Reliability & Follow through: Delivers results with precision and consistency by tracking project progress, compiling reports, coordinating communications to schedule meetings and address requests promptly, and managing meeting notes to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
* Independence and Initiative: Thinks proactively about how to advance the objectives of the SVP; pursues and manages works independently of external input when appropriate, while remaining in communication and coordination with the team; adapts to situations where making progress demands both independent and team-based strategies, and understands the strengths and weaknesses of both approaches
* Adaptability: Excels at managing unforeseen changes and can swiftly adjust strategies to meet evolving priorities and deadlines. Maintains high efficiency and effectiveness through change. Thrives in varying circumstances and quickly learns new skills.
Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree or equivalent, with five (5+) or more years of progressively responsible administrative experience, including at least two (2) years supporting an executive office.
* High degree of knowledge, competence, and application of executive and administrative competencies, including excellent organizational and analytical skills are required.
* Ability to operate independently, take initiative, prioritize, meet deadlines, and demonstrate flexibility to support shifting SVP priorities, including but not limited to, adjusting on-site presence as needed, is required.
* Demonstrated acumen for attention to detail, proactive problem-solving, and critical thinking is required.
* Experience scheduling international meetings and travel, specifically with the nuances involved when scheduling across different time zones and responsibilities to the key people involved is required.
* Must have a strong acumen with budgets, contracts, and the finance aspects of the role.
* Ability to communicate effectively in person and writing.
* Must have excellent proofreading, editing, and writing skills.
* Honed interpersonal skills requiring courtesy, tact, and diplomacy necessary to effectively communicate with US and international staff, callers, and visitors are critical.
* Must have advanced knowledge of MS Office 365 (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams), SharePoint, Zoom, and other similar programs.
* Fluency in PC environments.
* Experience using CRM databases a plus.
* Committed to building and strengthening a culture of inclusion within and across teams.
* Identifies and aligns with WWF's core values:
* COURAGE - We demonstrate courage through our actions, we work for change where it's needed, and we inspire people and institutions to tackle the greatest threats to nature and the future of the planet, which is our home.
* INTEGRITY - We live the principles we call on others to meet. We act with integrity, accountability, and transparency, and we rely on facts and science to guide us and to ensure that we learn and evolve.
* RESPECT - We honor the voices and knowledge of people and communities that we serve, and we work to secure their rights to a sustainable future.
* COLLABORATION - We deliver impact at the scale of the challenges we face through the power of collective action and innovation.
To Apply:
* Submit cover letter and resume through our Careers Page, Requisition #26036
* Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to inquiries via phone
World Wildlife Fund (WWF) promotes equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
$78.4k-98k yearly Auto-Apply 6d ago
Sr. Specialist, Program Operations - WWF GEF Agency - 26025
World Wildlife Fund 4.6
Washington, DC job
World Wildlife Fund (WWF), one of the world's leading conservation organizations, seeks a Sr. Specialist, Program Operations - WWF GEF Agency. The Sr. Specialist is responsible for the financial management of specific programs assigned to the role. The position will manage the WWF GEF budgets, financial tracking, analysis and reporting, grants and agreements, and administrative functions for the assigned portfolio. They ensure financial and administrative assistance to, and oversight of, program staff and grantees to ensure that budgets and agreements are in compliance with WWF and GEF policies, procedures, systems, and donor requirements.
Salary Range: $80,600 - $100,800
Please note: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Responsibilities
* Manage annual budgeting process including long range planning and administering budgets.
* Supports the consolidation of program-wide annual budgets including monitoring budgets, producing budget reports, and preparing financial analysis and forecasting for the WWF GEF Agency
* Supports development of proposal budgets. Monitors the lifecycle of the financial progress of proposals throughout execution and close out.
* Coordinates and prepares Portfolio Analysis for funds requests to the GEF Trustee. Reviews and analyzes all project financial reports to ensure compliance and notifies program staff of any problems or discrepancies and provides technical assistance to grantees in resolving problems.
* Manages the allocation of Programmatic staff time on awards, ensures accurate labor charging to donors and performs effort certification reclasses as necessary.
* Manages the lifecycle of outgoing agreements for the WWF GEF Agency to ensure appropriate financial and administrative management systems are implemented to meet the level and complexity of funding to ensure compliance with the GEF.
* Monitoring agreement-related accounts and reconciling conditional grants on a quarterly basis and compiles projections for Q4 accruals on conditional grants.
* Recommends and implements departmental procedures and provides feedback on policies and operating procedures.
* Maintains good working relationships and stays abreast of program issues to provide overall support to program initiatives.
* Partners with Program staff to support operational responsibilities and serves as a resource for financial and administrative policies
* Provides training and guidance to program staff and field staff on budget formulation, tracking and adjustments, expense accounting, financial analysis and reporting, and contract management.
* Identifies training needs and facilitates contracts orientation and training for newly hired program staff, in coordination with other Program Operations staff.
* Supervise Program Operations staff members, providing coaching and mentorship and ensuring good communication and learning
* Performs other duties as assigned.
Key Competencies
* Building Working Relationships: Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders ensuring collaboration and understanding stakeholder needs. (ex. Program staff and Accounting)
* Client and Constituent Focus: Understanding the needs of program staff, grantees, and donors to make project successful connecting to our internal controls paves the pathway for how to move forward.
* Managing competing priorities: Having a well-developed sense of urgency vs priority vs risk is essential.
* Ability to act independently: Ability to manage one's own tasks, make sound decisions and guidance and solve problems with minimal supervision.
Qualifications
* A Bachelor's degree. Accounting, business, public administration, or related field preferred.
* Spanish is STRONGLY prefrered
* MUST HAVE 6+ years of professional work experience:
* Excellent attention to detail, ability to prioritize and work accurately under time constraints.
* Strong organizational, quantitative, and analytical skills.
* Ability to take complex data sets from a highly process-driven environment to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities
* Able to translate quantitative findings into actionable insights that inform strategic business decisions and process improvements
* Portfolio reporting and tracking
* Strong project management experience overseeing financial and administrative activities
* Familiarity with U.S Government funded/bilateral/multilateral projects is highly desirable.
* Experience supervising staff.
* Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Experience working with Adaptive, Smart Simple and Workday systems highly desirable
* Able to operate with considerable independence and discretion
* Experience with non-profit organizations.
* Position may require travel to field offices in US or overseas.
* Fluency in Spanish preferred.
* Committed to building and strengthening a culture of inclusion within and across teams.
* Identifies and aligns with the core values of the WWF organization: Courage, Integrity, Respect & Collaboration
* Demonstrates courage by speaking up even when it is difficult, or unpopular.
* Builds trust with colleagues by acting with integrity, owning mistakes, and holding oneself accountable.
* Welcomes other points of view and ideas, recognizing and embracing different and contrary perspectives with kindness, curiosity, and encouragement.
* Makes conscious efforts to promote cooperative practices, behaviors, and ways of working across many groups and individuals.
To Apply:
* Submit cover letter and resume through our Careers Page, Requisition #26025
* Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to inquiries via phone
World Wildlife Fund (WWF) promotes equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
Overview World Wildlife Fund (WWF), one of the world's leading conservation organizations, seeks a Outgoing Agreements & Financial Associate Specialist. The Outgoing Agreement & Financial Associate Specialist administers outgoing agreements (subgrants, consulting agreements, and other contracts) from issuance through close-out for assigned programs. Responsibilities include drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and processing agreements; ensuring compliance with donor requirements, WWF policies, and audit standards; and maintaining accurate records in WWF systems (SmartSimple, Workday). The coordinator provides guidance to program staff and grantees, serving as a subject matter expert on agreement procedures. The role also supports financial management by reviewing subgrantee financial reports and budget vs. actuals, processing journal entries and reclasses in Workday, ensuring accurate and timely payments, and identifying and resolving reporting discrepancies. Salary Range: $58,200-$87,200 Please note: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Responsibilities Grants and Contracts Administration * Drafts outgoing agreements (subgrants, consulting agreements, travel support agreements), incorporating scopes of work, budgets, monitoring requirements, and donor provisions. * Reviews and edits scopes of work and budget documents, collaborating with program staff and Program Administrators as needed. * Assesses agreement conditionality and serves as a resource on related questions. * Facilitates and monitors the review and approval process for new agreements and amendments. * Coordinates with Legal, program staff, Program Administrators, and other internal and external stakeholders during agreement negotiations. * Secures authorized signatures, distributes final documents, and tracks set-up for initial payments. * Maintains complete and accurate agreement records in SmartSimple and Workday in accordance with WWF policies and audit standards. * Troubleshoots issues related to agreement and supplier integration and payment processing. * Processes agreement payments in a timely manner, liaising with accounting and program teams to resolve questions. * Monitors and clears advances, and records expenses for conditional grants, consultants, and travel advances. * Monitors compliance with deliverable requirements and follows up on outstanding submissions. * Ensures financial and project reports are acknowledged and routed for timely review; may provide overviews for completeness. * Drafts and processes amendments for grants and consultancies as needed. * Closes out agreements in accordance with WWF policies, coordinating with Program Administrators and Technical Officers. * Provides guidance and support on outgoing agreement procedures and systems (SmartSimple and Workday); serves as a subject matter expert for internal partners. * Ensures real-time visibility of processing status in grant management systems. * Ensures all programmatic and financial documents related to outgoing agreements are properly filed and accessible for audit purposes. * Builds relationships across teams and communicates effectively with internal and external partners. * Works in close coordination with the Manager, Outgoing Agreements, receiving guidance and support to ensure consistency in processes and alignment with unit priorities. Financial Operations * Assists with financial and operational analyses, including and running/reviewing budget vs. actuals reports. * Reviews subgrantee financial reports. * Processes journal entries and reclasses in Workday in accordance with accounting policies. * Ensures timely and accurate processing of agreement payments. * Runs out-of-balance reports and resolves discrepancies. * Reviews the WWF Payroll Journal Hours Accounting report and makes necessary adjustments for any Effort Certification holding account hours. * Reviews the WWF Payroll Journal Hours Accounting report and makes necessary adjustments for any Effort Certification holding account hours. * Other duties as assigned. Key Competencies * Attention to Detail & Accuracy: Ensures completeness and correctness in agreements, financial transactions, and compliance. * Communication: Communicates clearly and concisely with internal stakeholders and external partners. * Organization & Multitasking: Efficiently manages multiple deadlines and priorities. * Collaboration & Teamwork: Works effectively across departments to achieve shared goals. * Analytical Skills: Reviews materials, identifies trends, and recommends improvements. * Independence & Discretion: Exercises sound judgment and autonomy in managing agreements and finances. * Customer Service Orientation: Supports staff and partners while ensuring compliance. * Adaptability & Prioritization: Manages competing deadlines and high-volume periods effectively. Qualifications * Bachelor's degree and two to four years of relevant experience in grants, contracts, public administration, or project/financial management. * Working knowledge of the grants management cycle and basic grant accounting principles is desired. * Strong organizational, analytical, and quantitative skills; ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects under time constraints. * Excellent attention to detail and ability to produce high-quality, accurate work on time. * Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate across teams and with internal and external partners. * Customer service orientation, problem-solving skills, and ability to work independently or as part of a team. * Proficiency in word processing, databases, and spreadsheets (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access); familiarity with grants management and accounting systems (e.g., SmartSimple, Workday) is highly desirable. * Ability to operate with independence, discretion, and sound judgment. * Commitment to fostering a culture of inclusion within and across teams. *
Identifies and aligns with WWF's core values: * COURAGE - We demonstrate courage through our actions, we work for change where it's needed, and we inspire people and institutions to tackle the greatest threats to nature and the future of the planet, which is our home. * INTEGRITY - We live the principles we call on others to meet. We act with integrity, accountability, and transparency, and we rely on facts and science to guide us and to ensure that we learn and evolve. * RESPECT - We honor the voices and knowledge of people and communities that we serve, and we work to secure their rights to a sustainable future. * COLLABORATION - We deliver impact at the scale of the challenges we face through the power of collective action and innovation. To Apply: * Submit cover letter and resume through our Careers Page, Requisition #26032 * Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to inquiries via phone World Wildlife Fund (WWF) promotes equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
$58.2k-87.2k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Government Affairs Intern
National Audubon Society 4.1
Washington, DC job
About Audubon
The National Audubon Society is a leading nonprofit conservation organization with 120 years of science-based, community-driven impact, dedicated to protecting birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. Birds are powerful indicators of our planet's health, acting as sentinels that warn us of environmental change and inspire action. Audubon works across the Western Hemisphere, driven by the understanding that what is good for birds is good for the planet. Through a collaborative, bipartisan approach across habitats, borders, and the political spectrum, Audubon drives meaningful and lasting conservation outcomes. With 800 staff and over 1.9 million supporters, Audubon is a dynamic and ever-growing force committed to ensuring a better planet for both birds and people for generations to come. Learn more at *************** and on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @audubonsociety.
Position Summary:
Audubon's Government Affairs team interacts with leading decisionmakers in Washington, DC and around the country to protect birds and the places they need. The Government Affairs intern is a paid internship opportunity in Washington, DC, for an individual interested in public policy and advocacy. The intern will report to the Government Affairs Project Manager and will work directly with other team members on various research, outreach, and creative projects to advance our key policy priorities. The intern will have the opportunity to interact with a variety of Audubon staff, from policy experts to state and regional staff.
Length of Internship: Up to 6 months
Location: Hybrid - National Audubon Society Washington, DC Office
Hours: 20
Compensation:
$19.00/ hour
Additional Job Description
Intern Responsibilities and Learning Objectives:
During the internship, you will work with Government Affairs staff to:
Create and design outreach materials, such as factsheets, to educate key decision-makers and other stakeholders about our policy priorities.
Provide research assistance as needed to support government affairs work, including researching decision makers, attending briefings and hearings, or reviewing proposed legislation.
Help with office tasks including assembling briefing folders, preparing mailings, and helping with various tasks for off-site events.
Internship Benefits:
Interns will gain experience and knowledge in the following:
Interacting with professional communicators, conservation leaders, and government affairs professionals at Audubon, as well as staff and volunteers across the network.
Developing tangible achievements and new skills through hands-on work and responsibility in communications and policy.
Making meaningful contributions to research, special project implementation, and the overall success of Audubon's policy work.
Intern Schedule: The intern will work 35 hours per week in a hybrid format (2 or 3 days per week in the office, or 3 days from home)
Projected Start Date/End Date:
02/02/2026 to 08/07/2026
Qualifications and Experience:
Bachelor's degree preferred (a focus in political science, public policy, climate change, environmental studies, social sciences, communications and/or social change a bonus).
Strong oral and written communication skills; well organized.
Strong work ethic with exceptional organizational skills and an eye for details.
Genuine interest in conservation, the mission of the National Audubon Society, and social and environmental justice.
Adaptable and versatile; able to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.
Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Word.
Experience with InDesign/Canva or other creative software a bonus.
Have speaking proficiency in Spanish or another language other than English is a bonus.
Understanding of GIS or other mapping software is a bonus.
Commitment to Audubon's organizational values of care, collaboration, change, integrity, impact, and innovation.
EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic outlined by federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates.
Accessibility Statement
The National Audubon Society endeavors to keep our careers site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Accommodations@audubon.org. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
$19 hourly Auto-Apply 35d ago
Senior Director, Data Strategy and Program Management
National Audubon Society 4.1
Washington, DC job
About Audubon The National Audubon Society is a leading nonprofit conservation organization with 120 years of science-based, community-driven impact, dedicated to protecting birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. Birds are powerful indicators of our planet's health, acting as sentinels that warn us of environmental change and inspire action. Audubon works across the Western Hemisphere, driven by the understanding that what is good for birds is good for the planet. Through a collaborative, bipartisan approach across habitats, borders, and the political spectrum, Audubon drives meaningful and lasting conservation outcomes. With 800 staff and over 1.9 million supporters, Audubon is a dynamic and ever-growing force committed to ensuring a better planet for both birds and people for generations to come. Learn more at *************** and on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @audubonsociety.
Position Summary:
In pursuit of Audubon's conservation mission, the Data & Technology team partners with programmatic and business teams across the organization to develop and deploy enterprise data systems and data-driven practices at the scale needed to achieve our ambitious goals. The Senior Director, Data Strategy and Program Management will play a key role in maturing the data and technology program at Audubon, collaborating with other data and technology leaders and cross-functional teams to design and implement enterprise data strategies, processes and strategic data products to align and strengthen how data assets and resources are utilized and managed across the organization.
This role will partner with and support programmatic and business teams to identify and advance operational and strategic goals and build data maturity to enable efficient and effective data operations and strategically deploy data resources to enable robust, data-driven approaches to advancing Audubon's mission and impact toward hemispheric level bird conservation. A successful candidate will have comfort and familiarity with a broad range of technical subject matter, as well as strengths in project management, change management, and communication among technical and non-technical stakeholders. The role requires excellence in relationship and people management, technical leadership to drive the design and implementation of a robust and maintainable data program including project and product management and planning processes, and vision for how to advance data maturity at Audubon across operational and programmatic needs including leveraging emerging data sources and technologies to bring efficiencies and drive greater impact toward Audubon's mission and goals. This role does not directly manage day-to-day analytics delivery or data pipeline engineering; instead, it ensures those functions are aligned to an enterprise strategy, governed for long-term impact, and are properly leveraged for delivery of enterprise-level data products.
This position reports to the Vice President of Data and Technology within the Audubon Technology team. This is a hybrid position based in Audubon's New York City or Washington, DC offices. We will also consider remote candidates within the United States.
Only applications submitted with a cover letter will be considered.
Examples of initiatives that the position will support are:
* Track and report the scale and depth of Audubon's hemispheric conservation efforts; share results and insights to support internal program management and external storytelling about our work and impact.
* Modernization of Audubon's data and digital science products, such as the Christmas Bird Count, that engage with tens of thousands of supporters, bird lovers, and activists across the hemisphere.
* Collaborate with teams across Audubon to identify and act on opportunities to improve the quality, integrity and utility of our data and tools, and to collect, utilize and manage programmatic and operational data in new, innovative, and robust ways to achieve our ambitious goals.
Compensation:
Salary range based on geo-differentials:
* $165,000 - $186,000 / year = National
* $186,000 - $209,000 / year = Alaska, CA (not San Francisco), Connecticut, D.C., Chicago, Oyster Bay, NY
* $207,000 - $233,000 / year = NYC (not Oyster Bay), San Francisco, Seattle
Additional Job Description
Essential Functions
* Define and lead Audubon's data strategy and program management approach, in alignment with Audubon's Strategic Plan and organizational priorities. Develop and maintain data strategy and maturity roadmaps, capacity planning tools and standard operating procedures, ensuring alignment with organizational needs and priorities and technology best practices.
* Act as the product owner of key strategic data products, working in collaboration with colleagues from across the Audubon data teams to ensure selection of appropriate technological approaches and tools and overseeing the product lifecycle in order to deliver high quality and efficient solutions to user-driven requirements and strategic priorities. Lead end-to-end technical program and product lifecycles on complex multi-year, multi-stakeholder initiatives.
* Advance organizational effectiveness through designing and implementing processes to enable strong and proactive management of data team resources, including work planning, project management and product management, balancing development and support requirements across Audubon's data ecosystem and user communities including programmatic and business teams.
* Lead Audubon's data governance efforts, ensuring that Audubon's data practices adhere to security, privacy, and compliance standards, including data governance policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices; Implement and maintain safeguards to protect sensitive information, mitigate risks, and support a culture of data security awareness across the organization.
* Support and collaborate with business data analysts and users across stakeholder teams toward broader adoption and continuous improvement of data tools and products to advance team level and organizational data maturity
* Supervise and support data strategy team staff, providing mentorship, performance management, and professional development opportunities.
* Proactively manage and facilitate strong, collaborative partnerships among technical teams and non-technical stakeholders across the Audubon network, as well as external partners, vendors and professional networks in the conservation and social impact space.
* Manage contractors and vendors including software and professional services providers; participate in budget planning and tracking; collaborate with administrative staff and IT department to administer data analysis, analytics engineering, business intelligence and reporting tools and applications.
* Prepare and deliver written and oral reports, visualizations, and presentations to executives, technical and non-technical staff, and external audiences.
* Represent Audubon in professional forums, conferences, and external engagements to elevate the organization's profile and thought leadership.
* Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and inclusion within the data team and across the organization.
* Maintain and foster culture of safety.
* Other job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Experience:
* Master's degree in Data Analytics/Data Science, Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or similar discipline. 10+ years of directly relevant work experience and 3+ years of leadership experience developing and managing data programs and strategies. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
* Proven success as a data and technology leader. Strong detail-oriented execution skills, including direct experience as an individual contributor and experience leading teams to move projects from conception to completion. Demonstrated ability to manage teams of technical practitioners in a workplace environment is required.
* Success in leading/sponsoring large data strategy, governance, and programmatic maturity initiatives in matrixed organizations. Experience transforming how data delivers business value and impact value in large, federated non-profit, government, or other environmental or social impact organization strongly preferred.
* Experience in designing and deploying strategic data products or systems including knowledge management systems, impact measurement and management systems, decision support, or similar applications in conservation or other environmental or social issue spaces strongly preferred.
* Demonstrated experience applying technical coordination and project management best practices using tools such as Asana and Jira required. PMP or other relevant certification strongly preferred.
* Demonstrated experience working directly with data and product engineering teams and possessing a strong grasp of technical concepts such as system architecture, cloud technologies (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), ETL processes including use of data integrations and data services, and DevOps best practices.
* Demonstrated experience utilizing modern data infrastructure tools such as cloud data warehouses (Snowflake, BigQuery, etc), data integration and orchestration tools (Fivetran, Airflow, dbt, etc), business intelligence tools (PowerBI, Sigma, etc), CRM systems (Salesforce, Everyaction, etc), and other enterprise data tools (such as Airtable) strongly preferred.
* Coding ability in SQL, Python, R, and/or other programming languages for data analytics, data science and/or data engineering preferred.
* Experience with geographic information systems (GIS), spatial data applications and data visualization preferred.
* Experience in impact design, impact measurement, and evaluation methodologies and best practices in conservation or other related environmental or social impact sector preferred.
* Experience with marketing and engagement technologies and approaches, including omnichannel marketing platforms, social media analytics tools, web analytics solutions, customer data platforms, voter files and other person level data acquisition and targeting tools, policy and advocacy tracking tools, or similar preferred.
* Demonstrated ability to communicate technical information to non-technical audiences.
* Excellent collaboration skills, with the ability to understand and apply product needs and requirements from a diverse set of organizational stakeholders, and to communicate effectively with non-technical collaborators.
* The ability to manage and maintain healthy vendor relationships, and the ability to seek and evaluate new high-quality vendors to supplement internal staff on a project-by-project basis.
* Clear track record of success taking product ideas from concept to design to execution and linking objectives and outcomes to strategic goals.
* Demonstrated experience preparing effective written materials, presentations, and other documentation and communication materials for internal and external audiences required.
* Curiosity to stay on the cusp of software and product trends in non-profits and the greater tech industry.
* Commitment to Audubon's organizational values of care, collaboration, change, integrity, impact, and innovation.
* Experience fostering inclusive and collaborative work environments is valued.
National Audubon Society Competencies: This role will also be accountable to apply and develop the following competencies.
Building Trust: Take actions that give others confidence in your intentions and see you as a truthful and reliable person who follows through on promises and commitments.
Coaching: Guide and develop individuals within the organization, nurturing their professional growth and enhancing performance for the future.
Decision Making: Make decisions based on comparative data and input from various sources, incorporating diverse viewpoints and insights for a holistic understanding.
Leading and Facilitating Change: Be effective in guiding, managing, and supporting organizational or systemic transformations, including considering diverse needs and perspectives.
Strategic Leadership: Demonstrate creative problem-solving skills and articulate strategic vision to help team members and the organization achieve long-term goals.
EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic outlined by federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates.
Accessibility Statement
The National Audubon Society endeavors to keep our careers site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Accommodations@audubon.org. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
$207k-233k yearly Auto-Apply 41d ago
IN-26023 Enterprise Geospatial Intern
World Wildlife Fund 4.6
Washington, DC job
World Wildlife Fund (WWF), one of the world's leading conservation organizations, seeks a Enterprise Geospatial Intern. At WWF, we are working to create an organization where the richness of all our unique views, experiences, and backgrounds combine to create the most sustainable and inclusive conservation outcomes possible, bringing the greatest benefit to the planet and every person who lives on it.
Position Summary
The WWF enterprise geospatial team provides network-wide coordination and technical capacity for leveraging geospatial data and technology to advance conservation goals. This includes coordinating the geospatial community, developing and maintaining enterprise-scale spatial datasets and systems, facilitating access to geospatial software and support, and delivering technical expertise for the analysis and visualization of geographic information. By promoting best practices and fostering innovation, the team ensures that spatial insights are effectively integrated into conservation science, policy, and field implementation across the WWF network. The enterprise geospatial intern will collaborate with members of the Global Science team to develop cutting edge solutions and support the geospatial community at WWF.
Please note: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Responsibilities
* Perform supervised geospatial analyses in support of selected projects, including data preparation, mapping, and basic spatial analysis.
* Support the administration of GIS software by assisting with software license tracking, user requests and basic support under the guidance of the Geospatial Engineer.
* Assist in coordinating the geospatial Community of Practice by supporting meeting logistics, maintaining shared resources, and documenting discussions and outcomes.
* Contribute to the geospatial community communications by assisting in the development and circulation of the quarterly newsletter, including content compilation, formatting, and distribution.
* Assist in the implementation of the ArcGIS Enterprise environment by supporting data organization, metadata development, and documentation of data management workflows.
* Carry out other related duties as assigned, consistent with the learning objectives of the internship.
Qualifications
* Currently enrolled in, or recently completed, an undergraduate or graduate program in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Geography, Environmental Science, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related field.
* Foundational knowledge of GIS concepts and spatial analysis, with hands-on experience using ArcGIS Pro and/or QGIS through coursework, labs, or projects.
* Basic understanding of geospatial data types, projections, metadata, and data quality principles.
* Experience working with tabular data (e.g., CSV, Excel) and linking it to spatial datasets.
* Strong organizational and documentation skills, with the ability to follow defined processes and maintain clear records.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to contribute to reports, documentation, or internal communications.
* Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based, multi-disciplinary environment and take direction from technical leads.
* Identifies and aligns with WWF's core values:
* COURAGE - We demonstrate courage through our actions, we work for change where it's needed, and we inspire people and institutions to tackle the greatest threats to nature and the future of the planet, which is our home.
* INTEGRITY - We live the principles we call on others to meet. We act with integrity, accountability, and transparency, and we rely on facts and science to guide us and to ensure that we learn and evolve.
* RESPECT - We honor the voices and knowledge of people and communities that we serve, and we work to secure their rights to a sustainable future.
* COLLABORATION - We deliver impact at the scale of the challenges we face through the power of collective action and innovation.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Subject expertise in one or more of the following areas is preferred, but not required:
* Experience in handling and organizing datasets, especially spatial data
* Knowledge of database systems
Learning Outcomes:
* ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online
* Geospatial data management
* Communication skills
* Community networking
* Please note that WWF does not provide VISA sponsorship to interns
WWF employs interns in all states with the exception of: Hawaii, Idaho, Kentucky, Nevada, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Rhode Island, Wyoming.
Compensation: $20.50 for current undergraduate students and $22.50 for current graduate students, part time hours (21/hrs a week).
To Apply:
* Submit cover letter and resume through our Careers Page, Requisition #IN-26023
* Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to inquiries via phone
World Wildlife Fund (WWF) promotes equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
$20.5 hourly Auto-Apply 6d ago
Senior Program Officer for Food and Freshwater, Policy and Government - 26031
World Wildlife Fund 4.6
Washington, DC job
World Wildlife Fund (WWF), one of the world's leading international conservation organizations, seeks an experienced policy advocate and government relations professional to join its Policy and Government Affairs team to help advance WWF policy and funding priorities with the United States government. The individual will be responsible for developing and leading lobbying and advocacy strategies around WWF priority issues of food system transformation and freshwater policy, working as part of a dynamic and transparent team environment and in close collaboration with relevant WWF substance experts from across the organization. The individual will also be responsible for building and managing strong and positive relationships with U.S. government stakeholders in both Congress and the Administration and for positively promoting WWF's brand and reputation as well as its access to key decisionmakers and its ability to advance its overall priorities and policy objectives.
Salary Range: $89,600 - $112,100
Please note: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Responsibilities
* Creates, implements, and supports outreach and advocacy strategies to influence U.S. government stakeholders and their actions around one or more WWF priorities. Priorities will include food system strengthening and reducing food loss and waste, domestic and international freshwater access and ecosystem connectivity, and conservation priorities in the Great Plains.
* Develops and supports lobbying strategies, devising compelling communications to influence U.S. government audiences, creating opportunities to highlight WWF projects and experts, representing WWF on advocacy coalitions with external partners (including leading these at times), and representing WWF and the Policy and Government Affairs team with the full range of external and internal contacts, including via public speaking opportunities on occasion.
* Represents, advocates, and is point of contact with government partners in the administrative and legislative branches on portfolio issues and priorities. Cultivates and manages strong relationships with U.S. government stakeholders to build and maintain WWF's access and influence and its ability to advance its full range of federal policy priorities.
* Tracks legislation, appropriations, regulatory action, political processes and trends, and individual policymakers and their priorities to identify and capitalize on opportunities for WWF to advance objectives.
* Composes or contributes to memos, fact sheets, case studies, testimony, public comments, policy briefs, presentation materials, and speeches or other verbal remarks to be delivered by WWF representatives, including senior staff and leadership at times. Works with relevant WWF experts and staff, analyzes, redlines, and/or drafts U.S. government policy documents, including legislation, amendments, executive orders, presidential memos, regulations, agency guidance, etc.
* Actively promotes coordination, collaboration, and information sharing within and across teams to maximize results across WWF's full set of priority issues and ensure its capacities and expertise are deployed efficiently and effectively in pursuit of the organization's objectives. Collaborates closely with other Policy and Government Affairs staff, particularly where portfolios and responsibilities overlap or are cross-cutting.
* Manages consultants, budgets, and projects, as necessary, and helps to manage and mentor junior staff.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
Key Competencies
* Interpersonal communication skills: Communicates clearly, effectively, and accurately with internal and external audiences, including government stakeholders in Congress and the Administration. Adapts communication style to the appropriate audience and understands the value of different communication and behavioral styles to build rapport and fosters positive relationships and collaboration. Translates technical information into clear and actionable policy recommendations for government stakeholders.
* Leadership and Advocacy: Skillfully and effectively advocates for policy positions and recommendations with external audiences, including with government stakeholders and as part of collaborative efforts with NGO partners. Demonstrates the ability to develop and implement successful advocacy strategies that achieve priority policy objectives, working effectively as part of a team and in coalitions. Demonstrates a strong ability to influence, persuade, and negotiate effectively in order to advance WWF's policy priorities with government and organizational partners.
* Initiative/Drive: Proactive in implementing strategic plans to advance team and organizational goals and personal workplans, while maintaining broad awareness of emerging opportunities to deliver on WWF's policy priorities, as well as emerging challenges. Independently motivated and demonstrates initiative and creativity in implementing strategic plans to achieve PGA team priorities and deliver on personal workplans. Committed to WWF's mission and delivering on team and individual goals.
* Collaboration and Inclusion: Fosters a culture of collaboration, internally within the PGA team, among teams contributing to Food and Freshwater Policy, and across the organization more broadly, as well as externally with organizational and coalition partners and government stakeholders. Builds strong relationships and leverages these to advance WWF policy priorities and enhance WWF's overall reputation and influence with strategic partners on a range of issues. Is a committed team player and defaults to inclusion, transparency, and collaboration within and across teams.
* Time management and accountability/follow through: Establishes time-bound goals and workplans proactively, communicating to manager and teammates regularly on their progress. Adaptively manages time and workload to advance multiple workstreams and tasks while prioritizing outreach, engagement, and relationship management with government stakeholders. Takes ownership of projects and delivers results in a way that strengthens credibility and trust among both internal colleagues and external partners.
Qualifications
* A Bachelor's degree with 6+ years of experience in conservation, policy, or advocacy. Advanced degree preferred.
* Strong existing working relationships preferred, including with relevant coalition players and Congressional, including Committee, and Executive branch staff. In particular, Agriculture Committees and USDA.
* Must be willing to register as a federal lobbyist.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills, including effective public speaking and the ability to communicate complex issues both verbally and in written form.
* Ability to effectively prioritize and produce high-quality work under time constraints
* Excellent organizational and project leadership skills
* Proven ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment
* Familiarity with Microsoft office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access).
* Committed to building and strengthening a culture of inclusion within and across teams.
* Identifies and aligns with WWF's core values:
* COURAGE - We demonstrate courage through our actions, we work for change where it's needed, and we inspire people and institutions to tackle the greatest threats to nature and the future of the planet, which is our home.
* INTEGRITY - We live the principles we call on others to meet. We act with integrity, accountability and transparency, and we rely on facts and science to guide us and to ensure that we learn and evolve.
* RESPECT - We honor the voices and knowledge of people and communities that we serve, and we work to secure their rights to a sustainable future.
* COLLABORATION - We deliver impact at the scale of the challenges we face through the power of collective action and innovation.
To Apply:
* Submit cover letter and resume through our Careers Page, Requisition #26031
* Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to inquiries via phone
World Wildlife Fund (WWF) promotes equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
$89.6k-112.1k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
IN-26022 Private Sector Engagement Due Diligence Intern
World Wildlife Fund 4.6
Washington, DC job
World Wildlife Fund (WWF), one of the world's leading conservation organizations, seeks a Private Sector Engagement Due Dilligence Intern. At WWF, we are working to create an organization where the richness of all our unique views, experiences, and backgrounds combine to create the most sustainable and inclusive conservation outcomes possible, bringing the greatest benefit to the planet and every person who lives on it.
Major Function
Due diligence is part of the full lifecycle of our corporate engagement process and helps WWF assess the potential areas of risk and opportunity and the strategic value of every WWF corporate partnership. WWF's corporate due diligence approach examines potential corporate partners' structure and operations as well as its environmental, social and governance policy, performance, and impacts. This paid internship provides an opportunity to practice project coordination and administrative skills in a professional setting, gain knowledge about corporate sustainability, global environmental issues, and contribute to WWF's mission. The intern will work closely with members of WWF's Private Sector Engagement and Development Teams. The work will involve processing requests and developing internal WWF resources and tools for corporate due diligence. In addition, this role will use tools like the Risk Filter Suite (Water Risk Filter and Biodiversity Risk Filter) to research corporate supply chains in support of the Private Sector Engagement team's research function.
Please note: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Responsibilities
* Manage queue of due diligence research requests.
* Prioritizing incoming requests based on coordination with WWF Private Sector Engagement and Development teams and external consultants.
* Update SharePoint databases with incoming information and decisions.
* Pull due diligence reports from licensed ESG databases and make recommendations on how to use the database resources to improve due diligence business process.
* Plan and train WWF corporate relationship managers on interpreting corporate due diligence research, and evaluate training success
* Collaborate with expert consultants to update the due diligence process.
* Collaborate with Due Diligence lead on strategic changes to due diligence process.
* Document business process changes, post guidance materials to SharePoint site, and recommend business process and SharePoint site improvements.
* Schedule internal consultations for the development of new due diligence resources.
* Conduct occasional desktop prospect and due diligence research on potential partners.
* Coordinate with relevant WWF US goal team staff.
* Research relating to agricultural commodity sourcing, material production, and sustainability, as well as public policy and standard setting.
* Other research duties as assigned such as updating research related trainings, pitch decks, and resources as needed.
* Develop sustainability expertise in diverse sectors and contribute to business intelligence resources for Private Sector Engagement team.
Qualifications
* Current or recent graduate student in a relevant field such as corporate sustainability, business administration, natural resources, supply chain management, environmental science, environmental policy, or sustainable development are preferred; highly qualified undergraduate students may be considered.
* Full-time (35 hours per week) for 6 months with an extension to 1 year considered.
* Attention to detail-Whether helping to create presentations, draft reports, or analyzing data, strong attention to detail is needed.
* Organizational Skills-Administrative and project management experience, requires a high level of organization and follow-through to manage competing priorities.
* Adaptability-The evolving nature of our work requires a tolerance for ambiguity and the ability to occasionally change direction on tasks with little notice.
* Initiative-We seek interns who are proactive problem-solvers, who will ask questions and identify opportunities to make valuable contributions
* Teamwork-Makes conscious efforts to promote cooperative practices, behaviors, and ways of working across many groups and individuals. Ability to work productively on both independent research assignments and as part of a team. Helping each other succeed, collaborating across teams, and volunteering to help wherever needed is how we achieve extraordinary results.
* Proficiency in Microsoft SharePoint, Teams, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
* RScript capabilities/proficiency desired
* Fluency in English.
* Demonstrated familiarity with database management, enterprise risk management, globalenvironmental impact trends, business-related environmental impacts, or corporate sustainability strategy is preferred.
* Identifies and aligns with WWF's core values:
* COURAGE - We demonstrate courage through our actions, we work for change where it's needed, and we inspire people and institutions to tackle the greatest threats to nature and the future of the planet, which is our home.
* INTEGRITY - We live the principles we call on others to meet. We act with integrity, accountability, and transparency, and we rely on facts and science to guide us and to ensure that we learn and evolve.
* RESPECT - We honor the voices and knowledge of people and communities that we serve, and we work to secure their rights to a sustainable future.
* COLLABORATION - We deliver impact at the scale of the challenges we face through the power of collective action and innovation.
* Please note that WWF does not provide VISA sponsorship to interns
US Remote - WWF employs interns in all states with the exception of: Hawaii, Idaho, Kentucky, Nevada, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Rhode Island, Wyoming.
Compensation: Paid, $22.50 per hour for current graduate students (35 hours per week)
To Apply:
* Submit cover letter and resume through our Careers Page, Requisition #IN-26022
* Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to inquiries via phone
World Wildlife Fund (WWF) promotes equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
$22.5 hourly Auto-Apply 16d ago
Coordinator, Earth for Life- 25062
World Wildlife Fund 4.6
Washington, DC job
World Wildlife Fund (WWF), one of the world's leading conservation organizations, seeks a Coordinator, Earth for Life. The Coordinator, Earth for Life is part of a team that collaborates across WWF-US to catalyze "whole of house" efforts to maximize conservation, climate and livelihood impact for nature and nature's benefits to people through protected and conserved areas. The team brings expertise in inclusive conservation, strategic planning, area-based conservation finance and blended finance (in coordination with the finance community of practice and interdepartmental efforts such as the Nature-based Solutions platform), structuring transactions, and closing PFPs in support of WWF US Goal Teams and their corresponding Integrated Programs with Area-Based Conservation programs: Wildlife, Oceans, Forests, Climate, and Freshwater and Food.
The major function of the Coordinator is to provide overall administrative support to reinforce the smooth functioning of the Earth for Life (EFL) team. The Coordinator role is responsible for performing a variety of both standard and complex administrative duties, contract functions and accounting tasks and providing support to high priority projects and general office needs using administrative skills, organizational skills, and detailed knowledge of the organization and its programs and policies. The position is a critical one as the Coordinator will support the implementation of a number of high profile, fast-moving and complex projects. They include projects worth over $100M, whose support includes the need for considerable skill, adaptability, problem-solving, independent decision-making, initiative and attention to detail.
Salary Range: $56,200 - $70,300
Please note: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Responsibilities
* Grant and Contract Coordination - Responsible for drafting of grant agreement and contracts with consultants and other country offices. Inputs information into the WWF agreement portal and collaborates with technical staff to ensure that necessary information is provided and agreements are progressing. Once agreements are signed, ensures that subgrants to country offices and others are completed in a timely fashion. Tracks incoming financial and technical reports and/or deliverables through the grant and contract cycle.
* Financial support - Leads the development of preliminary data and background information for the EFL budget preparation process, working between the EFL SVP, VP and the Program Operations. This work involves working with other internal stakeholders and external partners. Reviews and processes payments for credit cards transactions, out of pocket expenses, and invoices. Inputs proper coding into the financial system, prepares check and/or wire requests, manages re-classes and serves as the liaison with accounting to track payments. Compiles and reviews financial reports submitted by others. Processes, organizes, and prepares expense reports for input into the financial systems, Workday and Smart Simple software. May monitor expense reports against budget, seeking explanations for significant variations.
* Team strategy - Works closely with EFL SVP, VP and EA to take forward the team strategy, including helping to drive collaborative processes intended to improve team integration and performance and communication and collaboration.
* Document review and preparation - Regularly composes correspondence and program materials including complex documents such as internal quarterly reports and presentations using PowerPoint, ensuring accuracy of content.
* Recordkeeping - Collects programmatic information and maintains records in accordance with policies and procedures, using Microsoft Word, Excel, or specialized databases such as SharePoint and customer relationship management (CRM) software. Responsible for upkeeping EFL Sharepoint folders on a quarterly basis and working with the EFL KM focal point to ensure key documents are stored and records are up to date. Reviews, validates, and inputs data collected or provided by others.
* Internal team meetings: Leads the development of the agenda for a weekly team meeting and supports the running of the meeting, including relevant follow up.
* External meetings/conferences/special events - Responsible for organizing meetings and workshops with external partners, which can include events of up to 60 people. Arranges attendee coordination and material preparation, and engages with external vendors relating to space and equipment rental, AV needs, catering. Registers supervisor(s) and staff for conferences, workshops, and events.
* Report preparation - Prepares and creates reports for internal staff, as well as members, donors, and government staff by creating tables and charts, calculating statistics, interpreting data, and assisting with drafting results summaries. May assist with compiling input for proposals and preparing for presentations.
* Communication - Responds to and schedules meeting requests for supervisor(s) and staff with internal and external individuals. Answers and routes phone calls, greets visitors, and replies to complex inquiries requiring detailed knowledge of departmental procedures.
* General office duties - Manages schedules and makes travel arrangements on behalf of supervisor(s) and team staff. Performs miscellaneous office tasks. May assign work and coordinate projects performed by part-time and temporary staff.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
Key Competencies
* Organization and attention to detail: Needs to be able to manage various schedules and technical/administrative requests with a high level of accuracy, organizing self and others.
* Adaptability: Must be able to balance frequently competing priorities and adapt to changing needs and deadlines and various communication styles.
* Collaboration and Communication: The role requires collaboration with team members, colleagues from other teams, and people outside the organization, and must engage regularly, efficiently, and respectfully with others.
* Initiative - To proactively support complex projects and keep task moving forward in a fast-faced work environment, with a team that is located/working in multiple locations worldwide requiring little supervision. Ability to look for ways to improve processes, support team goals, and ensure things are completed on time and accurately.
Qualifications
* A high school diploma or equivalent with a minimum of 3 to 6+ years of demonstrated and progressively responsible experience in an administrative assistant, project assistant, or coordinator position is required. Bachelors degree preferred.
* Demonstrated ability to use Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and specialized databases to create documents, reports, and logs.
* Experience and knowledge of budgets and financial reports.
* Experience in processing contracts, grants and grants management responsibilities.
* Organizational and analytical skills needed for proofreading and editing documents.
* Effective writing and workflow skills are necessary to prepare correspondence, reports and contracts.
* Strong interpersonal skills requiring courtesy, tact, and diplomacy are essential for effective communications with staff, and visitors.
* Demonstrated ability to take initiative, prioritize tasks, work independently, and meet deadlines.
* Committed to building and strengthening a culture of inclusion within and across teams.
* Proficiency in Spanish or other languages are a plus.
* Identifies and aligns with WWF's core values: Courage, Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration:
* Demonstrates courage by speaking up even when it is difficult, or unpopular.
* Builds trust with colleagues by acting with integrity, owning mistakes, and holding oneself accountable.
* Welcomes other points of view and ideas, recognizing and embracing different and contrary perspectives with kindness, curiosity, and encouragement.
* Makes conscious efforts to promote cooperative practices, behaviors, and ways of working across many groups and individuals.
To Apply:
* Submit cover letter and resume through our Careers Page, Requisition #25062
* Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to inquiries via phone
World Wildlife Fund (WWF) promotes equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
About Audubon The National Audubon Society is a leading nonprofit conservation organization with 120 years of science-based, community-driven impact, dedicated to protecting birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. Birds are powerful indicators of our planet's health, acting as sentinels that warn us of environmental change and inspire action. Audubon works across the Western Hemisphere, driven by the understanding that what is good for birds is good for the planet. Through a collaborative, bipartisan approach across habitats, borders, and the political spectrum, Audubon drives meaningful and lasting conservation outcomes. With 800 staff and over 1.9 million supporters, Audubon is a dynamic and ever-growing force committed to ensuring a better planet for both birds and people for generations to come. Learn more at *************** and on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @audubonsociety.
Position Summary:
The Talent Acquisition Manager, Programs & Partnerships plays a key role in advancing Audubon's commitment to attracting, developing, and retaining early-career talent. Reporting to the Senior Director of Talent Acquisition, this role leads recruitment for interns, fellows, and seasonal hires, builds strategic partnerships with universities, community organizations, and professional associations, and develops sustainable talent pipelines that reflect Audubon's mission and values. The position also contributes to the design and implementation of employment branding, pipeline development, and partnership strategies to strengthen Audubon's presence and reach among emerging professionals.
In addition, this position supports the creation and engagement of an Audubon Alumni Network, manages vendor and partner relationships, and oversees intern and fellowship engagement events-including Lunch & Learns, panel discussions, and end-of-year presentations-in partnership with teams across the organization.
This is a hybrid position based in Audubon's New York City or Washington, DC offices.
Compensation:
Salary range based on geo-differentials:
* $82,000-$91,000/year = Alaska, CA (not San Francisco), Connecticut, D.C., Chicago, Oyster Bay, NY
* $91,000-$103,000/year = NYC (not Oyster Bay), San Francisco, Seattle
Additional Job Description
Essential Functions:
Early Career Recruitment & Program Management
* Lead full-cycle recruitment for internship, fellowship, and seasonal programs, ensuring equitable, transparent, and high-quality candidate experiences.
* Partner with hiring managers and program leads across the network to forecast hiring needs, align recruitment strategies, and maintain consistency in selection processes.
* Plan, coordinate, and manage intern and fellowship engagement events (e.g., Lunch & Learns, panel discussions, and end-of-year presentations) in partnership with teams across the organization to enhance learning, connection, and engagement.
Partnership Development & Relationship Management
* Build and maintain partnerships with universities, colleges, career centers, professional associates, and community-based organizations to expand access to diverse early career talent.
* Identify and attend as needed priority opportunities where Audubon should be represented at career fairs, professional conferences, and community events to promote awareness of internship and fellowship opportunities (occasional evening and weekend travel required).
* Serve as the primary liaison for external vendors and talent partners, managing contracts, communications, and performance.
Pipeline & Alumni Engagement
* Develop and implement strategies to build and maintain talent pipelines for early-career and mid-management professionals, aligning with workforce planning and EDIB goals.
* Create and manage the Audubon Alumni Network to foster ongoing engagement and talent retention.
* Track and analyze alumni career trajectories and program outcomes to inform continuous improvement.
Data, Reporting & Continuous Improvement
* Maintain accurate data in Workday and other systems to monitor program metrics, including time-to-fill, diversity representation, and conversion rates.
* Use data insights to recommend improvements in outreach, candidate engagement, and program design.
* Stay informed on trends in early career hiring, university relations, and workforce development.
* Maintains and fosters culture of safety.
Qualifications and Experience:
* Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of experience in talent acquisition, university relations, or early-career program management, preferably within a mission-driven or nonprofit organization. An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may also be considered.
* Demonstrated success in high-volume, full-cycle recruitment, including experience recruiting non-exempt employees.
* Proven ability to build and sustain relationships with universities, professional associations, and community-based organizations.
* Strong project management and event coordination skills, with experience planning and executing programs such as Lunch & Learns, panels, and networking events.
* Experience managing vendors or external talent partners, including oversight of contracts and deliverables.
* Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills, with the ability to engage effectively across levels and departments.
* Demonstrated ability to take initiative, make decisions, multitask, and meet deadlines while maintaining accuracy and composure under pressure.
* A self-starter with strong organizational skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
* Experience with HRIS/ATS platforms (Workday preferred).
* Knowledge of current EEO guidelines, human resources legislation, and emerging trends in the HR field.
* Commitment to Audubon's organizational values of care, collaboration, change, integrity, impact, and innovation.
* Experience fostering inclusive and collaborative work environments is valued.
National Audubon Society Competencies: This role will also be accountable to apply and develop the following competencies.
Fostering Relationships: Build trust, mutual respect, and understanding through regular and genuine interactions while promoting a positive and inclusive environment.
Analytical Thinking: Recognize and value diverse perspectives and experiences in data analysis to foster a more comprehensive and equitable approach to problem-solving.
Creativity and Innovation: Leverage creativity and imagination to generate new insights and solutions while embracing diverse ideas and approaches that foster innovation.
Facilitating Change: Work with others to explore innovative approaches to problem-solving while promoting inclusivity, equity, accessibility, and belonging in the change process.
Team Leadership: Communicate vision and engage others or the team to solve problems while valuing diverse perspectives and fostering inclusivity.
EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic outlined by federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates.
Accessibility Statement
The National Audubon Society endeavors to keep our careers site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Accommodations@audubon.org. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
$91k-103k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Associate I, State Science and Technology Policy Fellowship Initiative
The Pew Charitable Trusts 4.8
Washington, DC job
Philadelphia and Scientific Advancement
The State Science Policy Fellowship Initiative is part of the Philadelphia and Scientific Advancement Program portfolio, which houses all of Pew's grantmaking initiatives, including two that support scientific research nationally and internationally-the Pew Biomedical Programs and the Pew Fellows Program in Marine Conservation-and one that supports state-level science policy fellowships. The portfolio's grantmaking also focuses on supporting thriving communities in Pew's hometown of Philadelphia. In Philadelphia, our grants support health and human services nonprofits, artists and arts organizations, and public spaces that make the city a better place to live for everyone, and we also perform research and policy work on local issues such as housing, jobs and the economy, poverty, and demographics. Furthermore, the portfolio includes the Evidence Project, which seeks to catalyze collective action among philanthropies, public funding agencies, and a diverse array of leaders in government, academia, and civil society to close the gap between research and outcomes.
State Science Policy Fellowship Initiative
This initiative supports the development of science policy fellowships in state legislatures. Science policy fellowship programs offer a promising means of informing decision-making with science and evidence. Fellows engage with legislators and legislative staff to translate and synthesize complex scientific information, draft briefing or policy documents, analyze data, and contribute strategic insights.
In coordination with partners, the project will make grants to help launch or expand fellowship programs in up to 20 states or territories.
Position Overview
As a member of the State Science Policy Fellowship Initiative team, the associate I will support the Initiative to help establish and strengthen science policy fellowship programs in state legislatures. Together with the project director and officer, the associate I will work closely with partners to secure support to sustain the programs over the long-term and ensure fellowship programs adopt effective approaches for promoting fellows' career growth and making substantive contributions to policymaking.
Reporting to the Project Director, the associate I supports all aspects of the State Science and Technology Policy Fellowship Initiative including facilitating applications and selection of grantees, grants administration, convening meeting planning, and tracking program outcomes. The associate I will coordinate and collaborate with external partners and other departments at Pew, including IT, Finance, and Conference and Event Services, as relevant.
Located in Pew's Washington, DC office, this position participates in Pew's hybrid work program with core days in the office and the flexibility to telework the remaining days. Staff also enjoy four telework “flex weeks” per year.
Responsibilities
Foster a work environment that inspires excellence, values impact, encourages transparency, builds mutual trust and respect, embraces and values diversity, and is collaborative, caring and compassionate.
Maintain accurate and comprehensive program records using relevant software and systems; support improvements to data infrastructure as needed.
Assist in planning and implementing internal convenings, including advisory committee meetings and virtual gatherings, by managing logistics and preparing materials.
Support the management of grantmaking processes, including tracking applications, agreements, and reporting requirements.
Help monitor and organize engagement activities with grantees and other partners.
Contribute to internal summaries and presentations that synthesize program activities and outcomes.
Participate in activities that support program and Pew-wide objectives.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
Generally, one year of applicable work experience.
Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the capacity to coordinate multiple tasks and deadlines.
Enthusiasm for attention to detail when tracking information and maintaining records.
Willingness to engage in operational and process-oriented work.
Comfort using technical systems and proficiency with Microsoft Office suite products.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Works collaboratively and consults with senior peers when needed.
Key attributes and preferred experience
Skilled at developing and managing productive and collaborative relationships.
Interest in science policy and legislative processes.
Highly flexible, comfortable juggling multiple priorities, capacity to adjust to changing circumstances, and attentive to details.
Familiarity with grants management systems or CRM tools such as Salesforce.
Travel
This position may require occasional domestic travel to meetings and conferences.
Work Authorization
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the country for which they are seeking employment without visa sponsorship.
Salary Range
$63,800 USD - $71,300 USD
The salary range represents a reasonable estimate of the annual salary based on Pew's commitment to provide equitable and market-competitive pay. The actual salary offered will take into consideration many factors including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills and experience, internal pay equity, and business need.
Total Rewards
We offer a competitive salary and benefit program, including: comprehensive, affordable health care through medical, dental, and vision coverage; financial security with life and disability insurance; opportunities to save using health savings and flexible spending accounts; retirement benefits to help prepare for the future; and work/life benefits to maintain a good balance.
Pew is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, ethnicity, gender, or any other protected characteristics.
$63.8k-71.3k yearly Auto-Apply 36d ago
IN-26016 WWF Livestream Fundraising Intern
World Wildlife Fund 4.6
Washington, DC job
For over 60 years, WWF has worked to help people and nature thrive. As one of the world's leading conservation organizations, WWF works in more than 100 countries, connecting cutting-edge conservation science with the collective power of our partners in the field - more than one million supporters in the United States and five million globally, as well as partnerships with communities, companies, and governments.
At WWF, we are working to create an organization where the richness of all our unique views, experiences, and backgrounds combine to create the most sustainable and inclusive conservation outcomes possible, bringing the greatest benefit to the planet and every person who lives on it. Across the many cultures and individuals that represent WWF, we are unified by one mission, one brand, and one common set of values: Courage, Respect, Integrity and Collaboration.
Position Summary:
WWF seeks a creative and community-minded Livestream Fundraising Intern to help grow and support our network of streamers and online creators. The intern will focus on building relationships, providing campaign resources, and fostering engagement across platforms like Discord, Twitch, and YouTube, helping creators inspire their audiences to protect nature and wildlife.
Location:
Washington, DC based or US Remote - WWF employs interns in all states with the exception of: Alabama, Arkansas, Delaware, Idaho, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Wisconsin, Wyoming.
Compensation:
$20.50 per hour full-time at 35 hours per week. Must be available after normal working hours (campaign calls tend to be at 6pm ET on Mondays) and available during streams (usually later afternoon/evening/late evening).
Responsibilities
* Community Engagement: Support the growth and day-to-day engagement of WWF's livestream fundraising community on Discord and other social platforms. Help foster a safe and welcoming space where streamers can connect, share ideas, and celebrate their impact.
* Streamer Outreach & Support: Assist in identifying, onboarding, and supporting streamers participating in WWF's fundraising campaigns on platforms such as Twitch and YouTube. Provide resources, answer questions, and help participants feel connected to WWF's mission.
* Campaign Coordination: Contribute to planning and coordination for WWF's 2026 livestream fundraising campaign, including timelines, communications, and activation events. Support fundraisers before, during, and after campaigns. Ensure community members have a positive experience and see the impact of their participation.
* Content Development: Help create digital materials such as campaign toolkits, graphics, and promotional assets that support streamers and highlight their fundraising efforts.
* Data & Insights: Track and analyze community engagement and campaign performance metrics to inform strategy and identify areas for improvement.
Benefits:
* Gain hands-on experience in digital marketing and livestreaming.
* Contribute to meaningful conservation efforts.
* Work with a passionate and supportive team.
* Opportunity for mentorship and professional development.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
* Strong written and verbal communication skills; proficiency with Discord, Twitch and livestreaming tools (i.e. Streamlabs), basic graphic design and video editing skills.
* Excellent research skills
* Attention to detail
* Organized and self-motivated
* Identifies and aligns with WWF's core values: Courage, Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration:
* Demonstrates courage by speaking up even when it is difficult, or unpopular.
* Builds trust with colleagues by acting with integrity, owning mistakes, and holding oneself accountable.
* Welcomes other points of view and ideas, recognizing and embracing different and contrary perspectives with kindness, curiosity, and encouragement.
* Makes conscious efforts to promote cooperative practices, behaviors, and ways of working across many groups and individuals.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Highly knowledgeable in online streaming platforms, including but not limited to:
* Twitch
* Discord
* YouTube / YouTube Live
* X
* Bluesky
* Instagram
* TikTok
* Pursuing either an Associate's or Bachelor's or Graduate Degree program in communications, marketing, digital media, or a related field. Those studying outside these areas are still encouraged to apply.
* Please note that WWF does not provide VISA sponsorship to interns. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
To Apply:
* Submit cover letter and resume through our Careers Page, Requisition #IN-26016
* Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to inquiries via phone
World Wildlife Fund (WWF) promotes equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
$20.5 hourly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Manager, Office of the CEO
National Audubon Society 4.1
Washington, DC job
About Audubon
The National Audubon Society is a leading nonprofit conservation organization with 120 years of science-based, community-driven impact, dedicated to protecting birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. Birds are powerful indicators of our planet's health, acting as sentinels that warn us of environmental change and inspire action. Audubon works across the Western Hemisphere, driven by the understanding that what is good for birds is good for the planet. Through a collaborative, bipartisan approach across habitats, borders, and the political spectrum, Audubon drives meaningful and lasting conservation outcomes. With 800 staff and over 1.9 million supporters, Audubon is a dynamic and ever-growing force committed to ensuring a better planet for both birds and people for generations to come. Learn more at *************** and on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @audubonsociety.
Position Summary:
Audubon is seeking an experienced, highly skilled writer, editor, and project manager to join as Manager, Office of the CEO (OCEO). This role is central to a fast-paced, highly collaborative team that shapes communications for the CEO and supports high-visibility initiatives across the organization.
Reporting to the Vice President, Executive Communications and working closely with the Chief of Staff-as well as partnering with cross-functional teams-the Manager will deliver high-quality written materials in the CEO's voice and drive the operational systems that keep the CEO's communications workflow running smoothly.
The ideal candidate brings exceptional writing skills across platforms, strong project management and operational discipline, and demonstrated experience in the conservation and/or climate space. Experience writing for executives is required.
This is a hybrid position based in our Washington, DC office.
Only applications submitted with cover letters will be considered.
Compensation:
$82,000 - $92,000 / year
Additional Job Description
Essential Functions
Executive Correspondence & Content Development
Draft, edit, and manage day-to-day written communications on behalf of the CEO, including correspondence, talking points, briefing materials, and strategic messaging documents.
Develop an expert understanding of the CEO's voice, preferences, priorities, and vision to ensure consistency across all platforms.
Review, prepare, and coordinate letters, invitations, and other correspondence requiring the CEO's signature.
Write and edit content for diverse audiences and formats - including internal newsletters, stakeholder communications, event invitations, briefing packets, social media, and board meetings.
Develop and manage a bank of stories and accompanying visuals that highlight Audubon's impact, reinforce the CEO's messaging priorities, and support both rapid-response and long-term communication needs.
Serve as an internal editor for teams preparing materials that require CEO input or alignment.
Operations, Project Management & Workflow Coordination
Manage and track deliverables, deadlines, assets, and workflows for all materials routed through the Office of the CEO.
Build and maintain systems to ensure timely review cycles, clear version control, and organized archives of all communications products.
Coordinate with the Chief of Staff and broader OCEO team to ensure the CEO receives accurate, well-prepared materials in the right format and on schedule.
Maintain an organized suite of templates, messaging resources, briefing documents, and communication tools for recurring needs.
Ensure smooth intake, prioritization, and routing of communication requests across internal stakeholders.
Executive Communication Strategy
Execute communication strategies that elevate the CEO's external presence and reinforce organizational priorities.
Collaborate closely with the VP of Executive Communications and Chief of Staff to translate the CEO's vision into compelling written materials.
Partner with Marketing and Communications to maintain message alignment and support amplification of the CEO's voice across channels.
Identify strategic opportunities to raise the CEO's external visibility including events, partnerships, thought-leadership moments, and platforms that reinforce Audubon's mission and advance organizational priorities.
Adaptability and Timely Execution:
Anticipate communication needs and maintain a proactive, high-ownership approach to managing the CEO's communications and engagements.
Thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities and tight deadlines.
Deliver clean, accurate, high-quality materials under pressure.
Demonstrate discretion, sound judgment, and strong interpersonal skills.
Maintains and fosters culture of safety.
Other job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor's degree in Journalism, English, Communications, Marketing, or related field.
At least five years of experience as a dedicated writer in an executive support, communications, or speechwriting role. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
Demonstrated experience in the conservation, climate, environmental policy, or related mission-driven sector is required.
Excellent judgement and ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
Experience writing for executives is required, with a proven ability to capture voice and adapt tone across diverse formats and audiences.
Ability to build a strong rapport with senior executives and understand communication nuances.
Exceptional writing, editing, and research skills; meticulous attention to detail; and strong narrative and structural instincts.
Proven ability to manage complex projects, track deliverables, coordinate workflows, and meet tight deadlines.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build trust with senior leaders.
High emotional intelligence, excellent judgment, and discretion in handling confidential information.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple concurrent priorities.
Positive, solutions-oriented, team-focused mindset.
Commitment to Audubon's organizational values of care, collaboration, change, integrity, impact, and innovation.
Experience fostering inclusive and collaborative work environments is valued.
National Audubon Society Competencies:
This role will also be accountable to apply and develop the following competencies.
Fostering Relationships: Build trust, mutual respect, and understanding through regular and genuine interactions while promoting a positive and inclusive environment.
Analytical Thinking: Recognize and value diverse perspectives and experiences in data analysis to foster a more comprehensive and equitable approach to problem-solving.
Creativity and Innovation: Leverage creativity and imagination to generate new insights and solutions while embracing diverse ideas and approaches that foster innovation.
Facilitating Change: Work with others to explore innovative approaches to problem-solving while promoting inclusivity, equity, accessibility, and belonging in the change process.
Team Leadership: Communicate vision and engage others or the team to solve problems while valuing diverse perspectives and fostering inclusivity.
EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic outlined by federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates.
Accessibility Statement
The National Audubon Society endeavors to keep our careers site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Accommodations@audubon.org. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
$82k-92k yearly Auto-Apply 38d ago
Director of Procurement
Sierra Club 4.6
Washington, DC job
Job Title: Director of ProcurementDepartment: FinanceLocation: Oakland, CA, Washington DC, or remote. This position requires an ability to travel. Reports To: Senior Director Finance OperationsSupervises: N/A Context: At the Sierra Club, we believe in the power of interdependence. Together, we remain committed to the fight for a healthy climate built on a foundation of environmental, racial, economic, and gender justice - a future where all people benefit from a healthy, thriving planet and a direct connection to nature. As the climate crisis and deeply entrenched systemic racism all fuel injustice, we will continue to fight for a bold, transformational agenda that recognizes the interconnectedness between our planet, our humanity, and our future. By recognizing that our destinies are tied, we continue to name that all things are fundamentally connected, and the overlap between ecology, race, gender, and representative government will move to either advance our collective humanity or to oppress it. Sierra Club has close to 800 staff across the country and a network of 64 local chapters that are led and fueled by thousands of volunteers. We are also proud to be a unionized employer, with three labor unions representing more than half of our employees.
Scope: The Director of Procurement is a key member of the Finance team at the Sierra Club. Under the direct supervision of the Senior Director of Finance Operations, this role is responsible for establishing and leading a comprehensive and sustainable procurement function, including strategic sourcing and supplier management. This senior leadership position will build new procurement capabilities and infrastructure, with immediate priorities focused on developing comprehensive procurement guidance and modernizing the procure-to-pay process. In addition to working with the Finance team, this role will need to work closely with the Office of General Counsel and the Sierra Club Technology teams to ensure alignment in cross-functional initiatives.
This role will interface with a number of critical stakeholders across the organization - national departments, chapters, volunteers - using input and feedback from various perspectives to drive a coherent procurement philosophy that can be tailored to multiple audiences. While it is imperative that the Club have clear policies and guidelines, it is incumbent on this role to desire to understand the complexities of the organization to inform policies that will work in practice, not just in theory.
The role ensures cost-effective and timely acquisition of quality goods and services while driving value through strategic sourcing, innovation, and risk management. This position requires balancing operational excellence with the Club's commitment to environmental sustainability and ethical business practices, while leading critical technology implementation and process improvement initiatives.
Procurement Policy & Guidance Development
Conduct comprehensive organizational assessment of current procurement processes, practices, and pain points across all departments and chapters
Develop and publish updated procurement philosophy, manual, and comprehensive policy framework that establishes clear guidance for purchasing activities organization-wide
Communicate procurement policies and expectations clearly to diverse audiences including senior leadership, program staff, chapter leaders, and administrative personnel
Oversee the development and delivery of training programs tailored to different stakeholder groups, ensuring understanding and adoption of new procurement standards. This will be done in partnership with the Learning & Development (L&D) resources within the People team
Create standardized procurement procedures, workflows, and decision-making frameworks that successfully blend best practices with the structures of Sierra Club
Establish procurement governance structure including approval thresholds, roles, and responsibilities across national and chapter, and volunteer operations
Develop multi-modal communication strategies including written materials, presentations, webinars, and one-on-one consultations to ensure broad organizational understanding
Procure-to-Pay System Implementation
Lead cross-functional project team (Finance, Technology, Legal) to assess, design, and implement comprehensive procure-to-pay systems and processes into existing Sierra Club Technical environment and additional platforms if necessary
Evaluate current financial system's procurement capabilities including purchase order management, approval workflows, and invoice processing to determine if full implementation meets organizational needs
Conduct market research and vendor evaluation for alternative procurement systems if current systems proves insufficient, prioritizing solutions with strong integration capabilities with existing systems
Design and implement end-to-end workflows for requisition, purchase order and invoice approvals that streamline processes while maintaining appropriate controls and compliance
Develop a contract repository and, working with the Legal department, build integration to ensure seamless connection between procurement, contracting, and payment processes. The contract repository will be critical in supporting the renewal process, as well as cash flow modeling of potential and active contracts
Manage system configuration, testing, and rollout including user training and process documentation
Strategic Leadership & Procurement Function Development
Develop and execute a comprehensive procurement strategy aligned with Sierra Club's organizational objectives, emphasizing sustainability, cost efficiency, and quality
Lead transformation initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and drive innovation in procurement and strategic sourcing functions
Champion ethical and sustainable procurement practices that reflect Sierra Club's environmental values
Strategic Sourcing Excellence
Conduct comprehensive spend analysis to identify strategic sourcing opportunities and category management priorities
Develop and execute category-specific sourcing strategies for key spend areas including professional services, technology, marketing materials, office supplies, and event management
Lead strategic sourcing initiatives from market research through supplier selection, negotiation, and contract award
Perform market intelligence gathering to identify trends, opportunities, and risks that impact sourcing decisions
Develop business cases for sourcing decisions that balance cost, quality, sustainability, and mission alignment
Supplier Relationship Management
Build and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers and service providers
Establish supplier selection criteria that incorporate environmental and social responsibility factors
Oversee supplier onboarding, performance evaluation, and continuous improvement processes
Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing agreements to ensure value optimization and mission alignment
Implement supplier diversity programs and sustainable sourcing initiatives
Operational Procurement Management
Establish and manage day-to-day procurement processes and purchasing workflows based on newly developed policies and automated systems
Develop tools and templates and manage competitive solicitation processes (RFPs, RFQs, etc.)
Leverage implemented procurement technology solutions to streamline processes and enable data-driven decision making
Create and monitor procurement Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and performance metrics
Ensure procurement compliance with internal policies, donor requirements, legal regulations, and environmental standards
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Stakeholder Management
Lead cross-functional project teams with Finance, Technology, and Legal departments on procurement system implementation and process improvement initiatives
Partner with program teams, chapters, national departments, and volunteers to understand current procurement challenges and align future sourcing strategies
Serve as primary liaison between procurement function and organizational stakeholders, effectively communicating complex procurement concepts to non-procurement audiences
Present to senior leadership on procurement initiatives, system implementations, and policy changes with clear business cases and impact assessments
Collaborate with Finance team on NetSuite optimization and integration requirements
Partner with Technology team on system requirements, integrations, and technical implementation
Support budget planning processes with market intelligence and cost projections
Facilitate organization-wide procurement training and capability building across diverse teams and geographic locations
Chapter Support & National Coordination
Review existing procurement thresholds and approval processes for chapter and volunteer purchasing activities, and assess need for modification and improvement based on best practices
Review and approve chapter procurement requests and contracts based on established criteria
Provide guidance and support to chapters and volunteers on procurement best practices and policy compliance
Develop standardized procurement tools, templates, and resources for chapter use
Identify opportunities for consolidated purchasing and shared services across chapters, volunteers, and the national organization
Risk Management & Compliance
Identify and mitigate risks related to supplier performance, and market volatility
Ensure all procurement activities comply with donor requirements, legal regulations, and Sierra Club policies
Develop business continuity plans for critical suppliers and services
Implement internal controls and audit processes for procurement activities
The successful candidate must demonstrate the following skills, experience and competencies:
Education
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Public Administration, or related field required (or equivalent professional experience)
MBA, MPA, or Masters in other related or relevant field a plus
Professional procurement certifications (e.g., CPSM, CPPO, CIPS) strongly preferred
Experience
Minimum 10 years of progressive procurement and supply chain management experience, with at least 5 years in senior leadership roles
Experience building procurement functions from the ground up or leading significant procurement transformations
Proven track record in strategic sourcing, category management, and supplier relationship management
Experience in non-profit, mission-driven, or multi-location organizational environments preferred
Background in sustainable/responsible sourcing practices highly valued
Core Competencies
Project Management: Proven ability to lead complex, cross-functional technology implementation projects with multiple stakeholders
ERP/NetSuite Experience: Strong familiarity with NetSuite or similar ERP systems, particularly procurement and financial modules
Procurement Technology: Proficiency with procurement platforms, P2P systems, and spend analysis tools; experience evaluating and implementing procurement software solutions
Process Improvement: Demonstrated expertise in business process analysis, design, and optimization
Financial Systems Integration: Understanding of financial system integrations and procure-to-pay workflows
Strategic Sourcing Expertise: Deep knowledge of strategic sourcing methodologies, market analysis, and category management principles
Financial Acumen: Strong analytical skills, financial modeling capabilities, and understanding of total cost of ownership concepts
Negotiation Skills: Proven ability to negotiate complex contracts and manage supplier relationships
Communication & Training Excellence: Exceptional ability to translate complex procurement concepts into clear, actionable guidance for diverse audiences; proven experience developing and delivering training programs
Presentation Skills: Strong public speaking and presentation abilities for senior leadership, staff, and chapter audiences
Change Management: Experience leading organizational transformation and process improvement initiatives with strong focus on stakeholder buy-in and adoption
Stakeholder Management: Excellent communication and relationship-building skills across diverse audiences
Personal Attributes
Commitment to Sierra Club's environmental mission and values
Strong ethical standards and integrity in all business dealings
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, mission-driven environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to adapt messaging for different organizational levels and technical backgrounds
Strong facilitation and training delivery skills for both in-person and virtual environments
Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Cultural sensitivity and ability to work with diverse teams and communities
Committed to evolution. You are committed to continuously deepening and evolving your own understanding of systems of oppression through study, openness, and humility. And you easily recognize your own relationship to privilege and power, examining and shifting your behaviors as appropriate.
Uplifting and additive. You see mistakes as opportunities for growth; problems as catalysts for solutions, and inspire others along the journey. You carry a constructive approach, can-do attitude, a sense of humor, and authentic kindness wherever you go.
The strongest candidates will also demonstrate the following skills, experience and competencies:
NetSuite certification or extensive hands-on experience with NetSuite procurement and financial modules
Experience with donor-funded or grant-supported procurement requirements
Background in ERP implementations and system integrations, particularly in financial/procurement modules
Knowledge of environmental and social sustainability frameworks
Experience working with advocacy organizations or environmental groups
Project management certification (PMP, Agile, etc.)
Experience with distributed/chapter-based organizational structures
$165,000 - $175,000 a year
Compensation and BenefitsThe salary range for this position is $165,000 - $175,000 annually.
The Sierra Club offers a competitive salary package commensurate with skills and experience plus excellent benefits that include medical, dental, and vision coverage, and a retirement savings 401(k) plan.
This is a category 3, exempt, non-represented, confidential position.
Sierra Club values the expertise and talents of foreign nationals. Sierra Club sponsors both nonimmigrant and immigrant visas when certain criteria are met, based on immigration laws and organizational needs. Such sponsorship is at the discretion of the Department Head and Sierra Club People Department in consultation with the employee's manager. The Sierra Club cannot guarantee the approval of a visa petition. The Sierra Club is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce belonging.
To ApplyThe Sierra Club provides equal employment and advancement opportunities to all staff members. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, lived experience and skills. The Sierra Club does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, immigration status, socioeconomic status, ancestry, age, size, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, familial status, veteran status, disability, AIDS/HIV status, medical condition, prior conviction, arrest history, traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The Sierra Club values applicants who are people that identify as Black, Indigenous, and other minoritized groups; women; queer, transgender, gender non-conforming, and gender fluid people.
Explore, enjoy and protect the planet.
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$165k-175k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Manager, Renewable Energy Policy - 26017
World Wildlife Fund 4.6
Washington, DC job
Overview World Wildlife Fund (WWF), one of the world's leading conservation organizations, seeks a Manager, Renewable Energy Policy. The Manager directs WWF efforts to develop and execute policy priorities and to advance the nascent renewable thermal energy market and accelerate industrial decarbonization in the US and beyond. The manager is WWF's policy lead for the Renewable Thermal Collaborative (RTC), the leading coalition of industrial, commercial, and institutional energy users working to accelerate their use of renewable thermal and electrification solutions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, grow the economy, and create good jobs. The manager leads WWF's RTC policy work and represents WWF on the RTC policy team to advance the solutions needed to transition thermal energy use to a net-zero pathway. Working in coordination with the Policy and Government Affairs team, the manager will bring WWF and RTC policy recommendations and the voices and expertise of industrial thermal energy users and solution providers to federal, state, and local policymakers with the goal of creating innovative, nonpartisan, durable policy solutions. Salary Range: $100,900 - $145,100 Please note: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. * This position is a 1-year assignment ~ with HIGH possibility for continued extensions* Travel up to ~15% Responsibilities * Leads WWF's day-to-day engagement with the RTC on its policy priorities. * Researches and identifies potential and emerging state and federal climate and energy policy opportunities with a primary focus on thermal energy and industrial decarbonization. These will be informed and developed through close engagement with companies and other NGOs as well as with state and federal policymakers, working in coordination with the WWF Policy and Government Affairs team. * Stays current on developments relevant to RTC's policy agenda, including tracking state and federal legislative proposals, attending relevant legislative hearings, and following and commenting on federal and state administrative and regulatory processes. * Leads the development of policy materials on RTC priorities for WWF, including policy briefs, one-pagers, public comments, legislative recommendations and testimonies, etc. * Keeps abreast of other developments in renewable thermal energy, such as key corporate actions and communications, and activities by NGOs and other stakeholders. * Establishes and maintains relationships with representatives of institutions, companies, and other key external stakeholders. * Works in coordination with the Policy and Government Affairs team to establish, maintain and leverage WWF's relationships with key state and federal government stakeholders in support of RTC priorities, including in Congress, the Administration, and federal and state agencies. * Helps organize and lead policymaker education and advocacy activities, such as briefings and other events for congress, federal agencies, state legislatures and regulatory officials, and utility commissions related to RTC policy priorities. Works with RTC staff to mobilize companies in support of RTC policy priorities, including participation in policymaker education and advocacy activities. * Organizes and leads policy-related training and workshops for companies and develops knowledge products and other programs updates. * Acts as an expert spokesperson for WWF on RTC policy priorities as needed. * Leads development of WWF-US strategies, work plans, and budgets for policy-related work in the RTC. * Manages the development and implementation of fundraising strategies, identifies funding opportunities, cultivates donors, and, in cooperation with the Development Team at WWF-US, prepares funding proposals and reports to donors. * Performs other duties as assigned. Key Competencies: * Adaptability: The ability to remain flexible and effective in response to changing environments, shifting priorities, or unforeseen challenges, while maintaining productivity and composure. * Communication: Clearly and effectively conveys information through verbal, written, and non-verbal means, actively listens, tailors messaging to the audience, and ensures mutual understanding across contexts and cultures. * Stakeholder Engagement: Builds, maintains, and leverages relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support collaboration, influence outcomes, and align around shared goals and initiatives. * Intellectual Curiosity: Demonstrates a strong desire to learn, explore new ideas, question assumptions, and seek deeper understanding to enhance decision-making and drive innovation. Qualifications * Minimum of 6-8+ years of collective professional experience with policy (Federal and/or State) AND Renewable Energy/Carbon Industry required: *
Desired State Policy exp: leading campaigns, partnerships, and various types of engagement (lobbying, energy policy, utilities, etc.,), working with coalitions * Proven policy expertise in clean energy issues, particularly related to industrial decarbonization; * Track record working on renewable energy (thermal and electricity), corporate climate strategy, sustainable supply chain management, and energy economics. * State or federal legislative or policy experience strongly preferred. * Experience working in a coalition organization is an added asset. * Excellent organizational and project management skills. * Excellent research and writing skills. * Ability to operate with independence, under pressure, to meet deadlines and commitments. * Ability to work easily with and communicate effectively with persons from a variety of backgrounds and representing a variety of stakeholder groups is essential. * Ability to work on initiatives with multiple and competing priorities. * Team player and good interpersonal skills. * Committed to building and strengthening a culture of inclusion within and across teams. * COURAGE - We demonstrate courage through our actions, we work for change where it's needed, and we inspire people and institutions to tackle the greatest threats to nature and the future of the planet, which is our home. * INTEGRITY - We live the principles we call on others to meet. We act with integrity, accountability and transparency, and we rely on facts and science to guide us and to ensure that we learn and evolve. * RESPECT - We honor the voices and knowledge of people and communities that we serve, and we work to secure their rights to a sustainable future. * COLLABORATION - We deliver impact at the scale of the challenges we face through the power of collective action and innovation.Identifies and aligns with WWF's core values: Courage, Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration: To Apply: * Submit cover letter and resume through our Careers Page, Requisition #26017 * Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to inquiries via phone World Wildlife Fund (WWF) promotes equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
$100.9k-145.1k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Senior Manager, Impact Measurement & Reporting
National Audubon Society 4.1
Washington, DC job
About Audubon The National Audubon Society is a leading nonprofit conservation organization with 120 years of science-based, community-driven impact, dedicated to protecting birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. Birds are powerful indicators of our planet's health, acting as sentinels that warn us of environmental change and inspire action. Audubon works across the Western Hemisphere, driven by the understanding that what is good for birds is good for the planet. Through a collaborative, bipartisan approach across habitats, borders, and the political spectrum, Audubon drives meaningful and lasting conservation outcomes. With 800 staff and over 1.9 million supporters, Audubon is a dynamic and ever-growing force committed to ensuring a better planet for both birds and people for generations to come. Learn more at *************** and on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @audubonsociety.
Position Summary:
In pursuit of Audubon's conservation mission, the Data & Technology team partners with programmatic and business teams across the organization to develop and deploy enterprise data systems and data-driven practices at the scale needed to achieve our ambitious goals. The Senior Manager, Impact Measurement & Reporting will play a key role in developing and managing programmatic and operational impact measurement and reporting approaches and products that utilize a range of data sources to track and communicate progress toward our ambitious goals. This role will contribute toward complex, multi-year digital transformation efforts and enterprise-level data analysis and reporting products to deliver impactful technical solutions that meaningfully contribute toward Audubon's mission for hemispheric bird conservation. A successful candidate will have significant strengths in impact design, impact measurement, and data product development, as well as comfort and familiarity with a broad range of data analytics, data science, and data engineering tools, methods, and frameworks. This position reports to the Senior Director of Data Analytics, Measurement & Reporting within the Audubon Data & Technology team.
This is a hybrid position based in Audubon's New York City or Washington, DC offices. We will also consider remote candidates within the United States.
Only applications submitted with a cover letter will be considered.
Examples of initiatives that the position will support are:
* Managing and supporting development of enterprise data products and methodologies to track and report the scale and depth of Audubon's hemispheric conservation efforts; sharing results and insights to support internal program management and external storytelling about our work and impact.
* Collaborating with functional business teams such as Marketing, Development and Finance, working hand in hand to identify and act on opportunities to deploy data analysis and reporting products that leverage our programmatic and operational data in innovative and robust ways to track and measure impact toward our ambitious goals.
* Developing stable, robust, and cohesive enterprise reporting products to support strategic integration and alignment across conservation and workplace excellence milestone goals as articulated in Audubon's strategic plan, building transparency and accountability to impact across programmatic and functional business teams and leaders.
Compensation:
Salary range based on geo-differentials:
* $106,000 - $132,000 / year = National
* $119,000 - $149,000 / year = Alaska, CA (not San Francisco), Connecticut, D.C., Chicago, Oyster Bay, NY
* $132,000 - $165,000 / year = NYC (not Oyster Bay), San Francisco, Seattle
Additional Job Description
Essential Functions
* Serve as an individual contributor within Audubon Technology with primary responsibility for developing and managing data methodologies and products to advance mature and robust impact measurement, reporting, insights and data storytelling about our work in alignment with Flight Plan, Audubon's strategic plan for hemispheric bird conservation.
* Design and implement data analysis and reporting solutions leveraging Audubon's enterprise data architecture, business intelligence tools, impact measurement tracking system, and other organizational technology tools and resources as applicable.
* Contribute to Audubon's impact design and impact data strategy implementation; Support design and implementation of improvements to Audubon's impact data collection tools, user guidance, and stakeholder engagement processes. Directly implement low-code/no-code features and manage content within impact measurement data products to support users and contribute to data product feature development and implementation efforts
* Collaborate with Analytics, Engineering and Enterprise GIS team colleagues on data engineering, analytics engineering, data science, and spatial analytics needs relevant to impact measurement and reporting.
* Manage data product development, facilitate user testing, demonstration, and feedback cycles with stakeholder teams. Manage troubleshooting, bug fixes, and bottlenecks to promote efficient and effective development cycles.
* Ensure that data analytics, measurement and reporting practices adhere to security, privacy, and compliance standards, including data governance policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices; Implement and maintain safeguards to protect sensitive information, mitigate risks, and support a culture of data security awareness across the organization.
* Proactively act to build and facilitate strong, collaborative partnerships among technical teams and non-technical stakeholders across Audubon conservation and functional business teams.
* Prepare and deliver written and oral reports, visualizations, and presentations to executives, technical and non-technical staff, and external audiences.
* Collaborate with Technology colleagues to appropriately administer software, tools and applications related to data products and workflows.
* Maintain and foster culture of safety.
* Other job-related duties as assigned
Qualifications and Experience:
* Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics/Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field. Master's degree is a plus.
* At least 7 years of experience in data analytics and reporting with a focus on impact measurement and management, with a proven track record of successfully leading and delivering large, complex, multi-stakeholder impact measurement and reporting initiatives. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
* Demonstrated experience in designing and deploying impact measurement analytics and reporting products to support program management, progress tracking, data storytelling, and/or decision support in conservation or other environmental or social issue spaces required.
* Experience and knowledge of impact strategy and impact design approaches and best practices in conservation or other environmental or social impact spaces required.
* Experience with impact measurement approaches and best practices for functional business areas such as marketing, development, finance, and other operational domains strongly preferred. Experience designing, tracking and reporting using standard approaches such as KPIs and OKRs preferred.
* Success in delivering large data analytics and reporting initiatives in matrixed organizations. Experience transforming how data delivers business value and impact value in large, federated non-profit, government, or other environmental or social impact organization strongly preferred.
* Demonstrated experience utilizing modern data infrastructure tools such as cloud data warehouses (Snowflake, BigQuery, etc), data integration and orchestration tools (Fivetran, Airflow, dbt, etc), business intelligence tools (PowerBI, Sigma, etc), CRM systems (Salesforce, Everyaction, etc), and other enterprise data tools (such as Airtable) required.
* Expert level coding ability in SQL, Python, R, and/or other coding languages for data analytics, data science and/or data engineering required.
* Expertise in utilizing Airtable or equivalent low-code/no-code development platforms for enterprise-level information management, knowledge management, or other data product development strongly preferred.
* Experience with geographic information systems (GIS), spatial data analytics and visualization strongly preferred.
* Demonstrated experience applying technical coordination and project management best practices using tools such as Jira required. PMP or other relevant certification preferred.
* Demonstrated ability to communicate technical information to non-technical audiences.
* Excellent collaboration skills, with the ability to understand and apply product needs and requirements from a diverse set of organizational stakeholders, and to communicate effectively with non-technical collaborators.
* Demonstrated experience preparing effective written materials, presentations, and other documentation and communication materials for internal and external audiences.
* Curiosity to stay on the cusp of software and product trends in non-profits and the greater tech industry.
* Commitment to Audubon's organizational values of care, collaboration, change, integrity, impact, and innovation.
* Experience fostering inclusive and collaborative work environments is valued.
This position is represented by the Communication Workers of America (CWA).
National Audubon Society Competencies: This role will also be accountable to apply and develop the following competencies.
Fostering Relationships: Build trust, mutual respect, and understanding through regular and genuine interactions while promoting a positive and inclusive environment.
Analytical Thinking: Recognize and value diverse perspectives and experiences in data analysis to foster a more comprehensive and equitable approach to problem-solving.
Creativity and Innovation: Leverage creativity and imagination to generate new insights and solutions while embracing diverse ideas and approaches that foster innovation.
Facilitating Change: Work with others to explore innovative approaches to problem-solving while promoting inclusivity, equity, accessibility, and belonging in the change process.
Team Leadership: Communicate vision and engage others or the team to solve problems while valuing diverse perspectives and fostering inclusivity.
EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic outlined by federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates.
Accessibility Statement
The National Audubon Society endeavors to keep our careers site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Accommodations@audubon.org. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
$41k-52k yearly est. Auto-Apply 31d ago
Senior Program Officer, Strategic Planning and Finance-26021
World Wildlife Fund 4.6
Washington, DC job
World Wildlife Fund (WWF), one of the world's leading conservation organization, seeks a Senior Program Officer, Strategic Planning and Finance on the Earth for Life team, preferably located at our Washington, DC office. This role involves developing detailed conservation plans and financial models for Project Finance for Permanence and other initiatives that provide long-term financial support to area-based conservation programs. The Senior Program Officer will work on concurrent projects based in different countries; develop and manage working relationships with WWF staff, partner organizations and consultants; and guide and train counterparts based abroad on financial modeling and related processes. As part of WWF's broader Conservation Finance Community of Practice, the Senior Program Officer will collaborate with finance professionals from across the organization on the development, design, and implementation of priority initiatives. The Senior Program Officer will report to a Manager of Strategic Planning and Finance in the Earth for Life Initiative.
Salary Range: $84,800 - $106,000
Please note: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Responsibilities
* Develop detailed long-term financial models (projections of costs and funding needs, mapping costs to funding sources, financial analysis) for Project Finance for Permanence and other large-scale area based conservation initiatives
* With partner organizations, design and build agreement on initiative scope (geographic and thematic), conservation goals, activities and indicators
* Communicate financial analysis scope, approach, assumptions to various audiences; based on analysis, make recommendations on sustainable financing mechanism prioritization, design and implementation
* Train in-country partner organizations on financial modeling and related processes
* Clearly document conservation scope, financial needs, and related assumptions
* Contribute to funding proposals by providing technical content
* Other responsibilities assigned by position's manager
Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree in a management, finance or conservation-related field preferred
* At least six years' experience in management consulting, business, finance or conservation (or equivalent) required. A Master's degree can substitute for two years of work experience
* Financial modeling experience required
* Experience with developing countries required
* Detail-oriented with excellent quantitative, analytical, oral and written communication skills.
* Must be client-focused, and enjoy problem solving and working with teams spread across different time zones
* High degree of flexibility, and ability to work against deadlines (including some nights and weekends), and under frequently-changing circumstances
* Able to lead group discussions with individuals working in different roles and countries; capable of training and guiding team members with a high degree of cultural sensitivity
* Tactful, organized, persistent, comfortable with occasional ambiguity, sense of humor
* Must be willing to travel 15-25% of the time to developing countries, on short notice (and to Washington DC if not located there)
* Must be fluent in English; fluency in Spanish, Portuguese or French a plus
* Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Internet research
* Committed to WWF's mission
* Identifies and aligns with WWF's core values: Courage, Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration:
* Demonstrates courage by speaking up even when it is difficult, or unpopular.
* Builds trust with colleagues by acting with integrity, owning mistakes, and holding oneself accountable.
* Welcomes other points of view and ideas, recognizing and embracing different and contrary perspectives with kindness, curiosity, and encouragement.
* Makes conscious efforts to promote cooperative practices, behaviors, and ways of working across many groups and individuals.
To Apply:
* Submit cover letter and resume through our Careers Page, Requisition #26021
* Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to inquiries via phone
World Wildlife Fund (WWF) promotes equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
$84.8k-106k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
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