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  • Visiting Faculty, IHP Health

    World Learning 4.5company rating

    World Learning job in Washington, DC

    Reports to: Program Director, IHP Health and Community Salary Range: $28,000 - $32,000 (salary commensurate with experience) Travel insurance provided. Term of Employment: approximately 5-6 months Apply by: March 1, 2026 Base of Designation/Remote Eligible: Travel to Washington, DC (USA), India, South Africa, and Argentina required. Conditional on Enrollment To apply: Please click on Apply above or visit ******************************************** to submit your application via the online system by uploading the following required items: letter of interest and CV (including the contact information of three academic references). Your letter of interest should address the questions listed further below. Overview School for International Training (SIT) seeks a Visiting Faculty member to join an interdisciplinary team of faculty and country coordinators leading IHP's Health and Community: Globalization, Culture, and Care program in Fall 2026. Each semester term enrolls approximately 15-30 students from leading U.S. colleges and universities for interdisciplinary study and a global comparative perspective in four different program locations. The Visiting Faculty travels with students to each location for the full duration of the semester. Please note that the following itinerary reflects past semesters and tentative future semesters, but all itineraries are contingent on conditions in each country and program needs: Fall 2026 (late August to mid-December): Washington, DC (USA), India, South Africa, and Argentina IHP health and community: globalization, culture, & care IHP Health and Community is a semester-long, global comparative study abroad program for undergraduate students. The program is founded on a concept of health as a product of myriad interrelated determinants from the molecular to the global levels. Health, disease, illness, and wellbeing are seen not only as the outcomes of specific pathogens, toxins, or behavioral factors, but influenced by and acted upon through social relationships, cultural practices and attitudes, political institutions, ecological and economic forces. Thus, we also focus on the role of community in achieving health. Only when considered within this complex web of interrelated factors can we understand the ways health is distributed and experienced within local communities and across regions of the world. The Health and Community curriculum pays special attention to health disparities across the Global South and Global North, as well as a focus on community-driven health initiatives and the role of community in wellbeing. More information about IHP and the IHP Health and Community program (including draft syllabi, itineraries, etc.) is available through our website: IHP Health and Community: Globalization, Culture, and Care Responsibilities We are seeking a Visiting Faculty member who will: * Facilitate learning and teach two courses: * Health, Culture, and Community (an introductory course based in medical anthropology) * Community Health Research Methods and Ethics (an introductory research methods class that highlights methods used in public health fieldwork; this course is taught in collaboration with local country staff) * See IHP Health and Community: Globalization, Culture, & Care for details. * Facilitate student learning through briefings, debriefings, and processing of non-lecture program components. * Provide timely feedback on assignments. * Participate in all country program activities including guest speakers, site visits, and other non-lecture components. * Work with the Provost's Office, Program Director, and Country Coordinators, to ensure that any academic, administrative and student problems associated with the program are resolved. * Take appropriate measures to protect the health and safety of students in partnership with SIT Student Affairs and local staff. * Visiting Faculty are responsible for ensuring that all students travelling on the official group flight are checked-in and through immigration. * Collect all receipts for all expenses incurred and complete expense reports in a timely manner according to World Learning financial policies and guidelines. * Other duties as assigned. Requirements Required Experience/Education: * Terminal degree (PhD or equivalent; All But Dissertation considered) and practice researching and teaching in a related field, such as medical anthropology, cultural anthropology, sociology, and/or public health/policy. * Expertise in at least one of the topic areas listed above and general knowledge of history and social theory. * Experience teaching at the college level and a strong commitment to experiential learning, including non-didactic methods that promote critical thinking and field-based research, discussion, and self-reflection. * Experience living and working abroad, ideally in at least one of the program countries listed above (preferred). Required Behaviors: * Must be able to meet the physical, emotional maturity, and mental health demands as well as possess the personal qualities - patience, adaptability, collegiality, cross-cultural competence, and organization - needed to be part of an intensive, team-oriented study abroad program that covers four countries in one semester. * The ability and desire to support and communicate with students throughout the study abroad experience both in and outside of the classroom. Vaccination is strongly recommended for all employees in our U.S. offices except for those receiving medical or religious exemptions. If boosters are subsequently recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) then employees and faculty will be recommended to receive the booster within thirty (30) days of their eligibility. Letter of Interest: Traveling with college-aged students for an entire semester, guiding their learning and field research in urban and rural environments, as well as conducting classroom discussions and small-group seminars, presents unique challenges, and demands unique qualities of faculty members. Please consider this point carefully in your letter of interest, paying special attention to how you handle the conceptual, pedagogical, intercultural, and interpersonal demands of this program. What in your academic background and work experience has prepared you to step into this role? What specifically interests you about this Visiting Faculty opportunity as opposed to a more traditional academic position? Benefits: Travel insurance provided outside of home base and subject to plan terms.
    $28k-32k yearly 60d+ ago
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  • Executive Assistant, Oceans - 26036

    World Wildlife Fund 4.6company rating

    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 2d ago
  • Sr. Specialist, Program Operations - WWF GEF Agency - 26025

    World Wildlife Fund 4.6company rating

    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.
    $80.6k-100.8k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Outgoing Agreements & Financial Associate Specialist-26032

    World Wildlife Fund 4.6company rating

    Washington, DC job

    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
  • IN-26022 Private Sector Engagement Due Diligence Intern

    World Wildlife Fund 4.6company rating

    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. 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 12d ago
  • Deputy Director, Prudential Policy (Banking & Insurance)

    Institute of Int'l Finance 4.3company rating

    Washington, DC job

    The Institute of International Finance (IIF) is the global association of the financial industry, with about 400 member firms from more than 60 countries. We provide our members with innovative research, unparalleled global advocacy, and access to leading industry events that leverage our influential network. Our mission is to support the financial industry in the prudent management of risks; to develop sound industry practices; and to advocate for regulatory, financial, policies that are in the broad interests of our members and foster global financial stability and sustainable economic growth. Position Description IIF is seeking a Deputy Director, Prudential Policy. This role plays a central part in shaping the industry's perspectives on capital adequacy, liquidity, systemic risk, related supervisory frameworks, and broader financial stability policy. The Deputy Director will engage directly with global standard-setters and national authorities to influence policy outcomes that support a sound, stable, and efficient financial system. The ideal candidate brings deep knowledge of prudential regulation, a strong track record of policy development, and experience collaborating with global institutions such as the Basel Committee, Financial Stability Board, and relevant national supervisors. Key Responsibilities Include: Analyze emerging regulatory policy initiatives from global and national bodies, including the Basel Committee, FSB, IOSCO, European Commission, US Federal Reserve, OCC, FDIC and others. Draft and finalize policy memoranda, comment letters, and consensus statements reflecting industry views. Prepare background materials and briefing documents for IIF working groups and senior-level meetings. Monitor regulatory developments and synthesize updates for internal teams and member institutions. Provide expert-level advice on capital and liquidity frameworks, supervisory practices, resolution planning, stress testing, and macroprudential policy. Represent IIF in international dialogues, consultations, and private roundtables. Lead and facilitate IIF prudential working groups and related events, ensuring diverse participation across institutions and geographies. Organize meetings, prepare annotated agendas, and draft concise, action-oriented summaries. Maintain close engagement with regulators, supervisors, and IIF members to build consensus on key issues. Strengthening relationships with existing IIF members and help identify new engagement opportunities. Support the Membership team in outreach, retention, and value delivery for firms active in prudential policy discussions. Represent IIF in industry forums and during member visits to communicate the value of IIF's prudential work. Requirements: Graduate degree in finance, risk, law, economics, international studies or another relevant discipline from a leading university. At least ten years of professional experience in the financial sector, the regulatory/supervisory community or a trade association are required. Strong command of the English language and excellent written and oral communication skills are essential. Personal attributes required: highly motivated, highly articulate, self-starter, proactive, team player, exercise effective judgment and have strong analytical abilities. Knowledge of financial derivatives and crypto regulation is highly preferred. Must live in or be willing to relocate to the Washington, DC area. Work Environment IIF is pleased to provide its staff with a hybrid work environment: staff members are currently required to work in the office in Washington, DC, Tuesdays through Thursdays but have the option of working remotely on Mondays and Fridays. Equal Opportunity Statement IIF is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. Past and present military service personnel are encouraged to apply. Salary Range Disclaimer Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. IIF considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer. While base pay is an integral part of our total compensation package, we also place a strong emphasis on providing comprehensive benefits to recognize and support our employees' contributions, alongside our performance-based bonus program. Benefits - Health, Work-life Balance & Wellbeing We offer and contribute towards a wide range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and the company's 401K plan. To help you recharge, you will receive 15 days (prorated based on hire date) for annual leave and 1.25 days per month for sick leave (which is the equivalent of 3 weeks each per year). The amount of annual leave increases the longer you are at IIF. Plus, we normally observe the major national holidays in the countries where we operate.
    $161k-226k yearly est. Auto-Apply 13d ago
  • Senior Program Officer for Food and Freshwater, Policy and Government - 26031

    World Wildlife Fund 4.6company rating

    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
  • Research FellowPublic Philosophy

    Aspen Institute 4.5company rating

    Washington, DC job

    ABOUT US The Aspen Institute is a global nonprofit organization committed to realizing a free, just, and equitable society. Since its founding in 1949, the Institute has been driving change through dialogue, leadership, and action to help solve the most critical challenges facing communities in the United States and around the world. Headquartered in Washington, DC, the Institute has a campus in Aspen, Colorado, and an international network of partners. PHILOSOPHY AND SOCIETY INITIATIVE The Philosophy & Society Initiative is dedicated to reigniting a national tradition of public philosophy. Through publications, events, and original research we seek to stimulate the appetite for reflection about our largest and most haunting issues of societal purpose What is justice? What is a good life? What is society for? ABOUT THIS ROLE We are pleased to invite applications for 2 post-doctoral Research Fellows in Public Philosophy positions. The term of the position is initially September 2026-August 2027, with potential for renewal for a second year based on candidate performance. The positions are designed as rigorous fellowship experiences to develop both the candidates aptitudes in public writing and to develop the field of public philosophy at the highest levels of national discourse. As a foundation for the position, candidates are expected to have doctoral or equivalent level training in political philosophy, political theory or related disciplines. Our institutional goal is to raise the profile of public philosophy in the United States and across the world and to develop new infrastructure at the intersection of academia and public discourse that can engage robustly on both sides. Our ideal candidates will possess a rigorous understanding of philosophical concepts, and a capacity to apply them to pressing societal issues. The role demands a blend of creativity, independence, vision setting, leadership, effective project management, attention to editorial detail, and intellectual ambition. The Research Fellows will report to the Director, Philosophy and Society. The salary range for the Research Fellow position is $67,000 - $72,000. Selected candidates will be expected to be located in Washington DC from September to June each year, and in the office a minimum of 3 days a week to participate in our on-site public philosophy research group. WHAT YOU WILL DO Among other expectations and activities, the position will include: * Intensive training modules and mentoring in public writing and argument. * Primary emphasis will be on a weekly rhythm of engagement with public argument in which selected candidates will be expected to produce targeted arguments directly engaged in the news-cycleboth long and short formwith the goal of publishing in both in-house and national media. Specific quota of written and other media outputs (usually 2+ per month) are expected and a tailored output plan will be developed with each candidate at the start of the fellowship. * Research fellowship will usually include opportunities to collaborate with the Civic Thought Initiative at Yale University, including an in-person residency. Scholars will have a chance to interact with students and scholars in fields related to their interests and to participate in salon-style discussions on campus." * Administrative responsibilities tied to P&Ss broader work and the individuals particular portfolio. * Development of longer-term academic work in a candidates given field. WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO THRIVE * A PhD in Philosophy or a related field. In exceptional cases we are open to intellectual journalists who have a strong record of genuine intellectual engagement and national level publication. * Demonstrated intellectual interest in primary pressing philosophical issues facing society. We are also particularly interested in individuals who have aptitude in philosophical anthropology. Questions of humanism and transhumanism, society and technology, virtue and ways of life, eudaimonia and societal purpose are all of specific interest. * Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills. * At base we expect candidates to have strong academic records both in research and publication. Experience in public writing about ideas and in engaging with media and social media is also welcome. TO APPLY Candidates should submit full academic CVs and a 2 page letter of interest. Letters should both offer clear articulation of the given candidates profile, and statement of intent regarding: * Research interests, particularly highlighting overlap with topics listed above * Interest and experience in public philosophy both within academia and if relevant, in other contexts ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The Aspen Institute offers a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, and prescription benefits, retirement benefits, and paid leave. The Aspen Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all District and federal laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran or disabled status and will not be discriminated against. The Aspen Institute welcomes individuals with disabilities to participate in its programs, including the interview process. If you would like to request accommodations or have questions about accessibility, please email **************************** or call ************ in advance of your visit. Requests for ASL or CART services should be made at least two weeks in advance when possible. We will make every effort to fulfill requests, subject to availability.
    $67k-72k yearly 8d ago
  • Knowledge Management Specialist, Evidence and Learning (EL) Team

    Freedom House 4.1company rating

    Washington, DC job

    The Knowledge Management Specialist sits within Freedom House's (FH) Evidence and Learning team and leads efforts to capture, represent, and share technical knowledge with FH staff, partners, and donors. The Knowledge Management Specialist leverages best practices in synthesizing, organizing, and disseminating knowledge to improve the effectiveness of FH's programs, promote FHs technical branding and thought leadership, and leverage impact data for new business development. We are seeking someone who has training and experience in adult education and learning strategies, data storage, visualization, archiving, and library sciences. We prioritize candidates who think creatively about data representation, who loves sharing knowledge with others, and who has a passion for improving democracy and human rights internationally. We encourage applicants who have the skills required to meet the following responsibilities. We welcome applicants who can demonstrate those skillsets, even if they do not fully meet the educational and experience backgrounds described. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Creation, Maintenance, and Implementation of KM systems Design, manage and disseminate a quarterly dashboard that tracks and presents monitoring and evaluation data. Interpret and promote KM standards and guidelines, best practices, and state-of-the-art approaches among FH staff. Work on Freedom House wide Learning Products Assist the Evidence and Learning in developing a library of Freedom House approaches to programmatic interventions. Manage the creation of knowledge products that showcase results and impact to assist in new business development and private fundraising. Training and Support for Freedom House International Program Staff and Partners Strengthen the capacity of FH staff and partners in knowledge creation, knowledge translation and dissemination through training, coaching, mentoring, and ongoing project support. Support monitoring and evaluation officers to ensure that programmatic data is being collected and stored. Lead Ongoing Learning Initiatives Manage knowledge sharing events including monthly seminars/webinars, workshops, after action reviews, conferences, and peer learning sessions Manage the Evidence and Learning team's internal Freedom House training website, including creating new content and developing the online curriculum.
    $50k-64k yearly est. 60d+ ago
  • IN-26023 Enterprise Geospatial Intern

    World Wildlife Fund 4.6company rating

    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 2d ago
  • Advocacy Associate

    Freedom House 4.1company rating

    Washington, DC job

    Established nearly 80 years ago, Freedom House works to defend and expand freedom globally to help secure a world where all are free.?Around the world, antidemocratic forces are preventing billions of people from exercising their fundamental rights. We identify and analyze threats to freedom, mobilize?decision makers?to respond to those threats and seize opportunities for progress, and support activists and organizations?working to defend and expand?freedom. We are dedicated to ensuring that the United States serves as a positive model of democratic practice at home and a consistent champion of freedom globally.?By gathering authoritative data and leveraging our global networks, Freedom House is an unwavering beacon in protecting human rights and promoting democratic governance.? ?? About the Policy and Advocacy Team The policy and advocacy team advocates for leadership by democratic governments to vigorously oppose dictators and oppression and strengthen democracy domestically and around the world. We amplify the voices of those struggling for freedom in repressive societies and counter authoritarian efforts to weaken international scrutiny of their regimes. The US government is our primary advocacy target, and the team meets regularly with executive branch officials, Members of the US Congress, and staff. We also engage in advocacy with foreign government officials based in Washington, D.C. and support the advocacy activities of our program staff at multilateral institutions, regional bodies, and in countries where we have programming. We also conduct advocacy toward the private sector on an issue-specific basis. The policy and advocacy team is responsible for overseeing the creation of all of Freedom House's advocacy plans and policy recommendations, in coordination with our subject matter experts. The team also oversees Freedom House's work with other US-based human rights organizations. The team conducts advocacy trainings and helps prepare Freedom House staff and the human rights defenders we work with to meet with, brief, and testify before policymakers. Priority advocacy issues for Freedom House for the coming year include reinvigorating support for democracy at home and abroad; working to bring accountability for authoritarians, particularly by addressing the growing challenge of transnational repression and by strengthening targeted sanctions programs such as the Global Magnitsky Act; protecting rights in a digital age; addressing the Chinese Communist Party's threat to democracy globally; strengthening protection and resilience for civil society groups and human rights defenders; and working to release political prisoners. Position Description and Key Responsibilities This is an entry-level position on the Advocacy & Communications team reporting directly to the Director of Advocacy. We are seeking a motivated, upbeat, and creative professional who shares our passion for championing democracy at home and abroad. You will join our small, friendly, hardworking, team, as we implement US-focused advocacy campaigns to boost US government support for global democracy and human rights. Some duties and responsibilities: Assist with creation, execution, monitoring, and evaluation of annual advocacy plans. Assist with creation of related advocacy materials, including semi-monthly newsletter, handouts, and text for social media. Assist with developing policy recommendations based on annual report findings. Assist in fielding requests from government officials and expanding network of US and foreign government contacts. Coordinate and execute meetings with government officials and partner and peer organizations on behalf of Freedom House staff and visiting activists. Assist with planning and execution of public and private events. Weekly tracking of advocacy contacts. Weekly tracking of congressional hearings and legislation. Assist with tracking federal budget and appropriations process. Other related duties and administrative tasks, as assigned. Skills, competencies, and experience: Bachelor's degree in international relations, political science, communications, marketing, or related field. 1-2 years working for the US government (congressional experience preferred) or in an advocacy or lobbying role. Passion for building bipartisan support around global democracy and human rights issues. Upbeat, motivated, self-starter with ability to work both independently and in teams. Ability to communicate effectively and persuasively in English, both verbally and in writing, applying superb attention to detail and consistently producing timely and error free work. Ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines - planning, organizing, and prioritizing projects, managing time and expectations, and exhibiting sound judgment in escalating issues that may arise. Ability to build coalitions and to collaborate with colleagues, partners, and peers from a variety of cultural backgrounds and political perspectives. Superb professionalism and ability to maintain confidentiality, especially in direct communication with elected officials and staff. Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite and Adobe products. Familiarity with Salesforce customer relationship management platform - preferred but not required. Disclaimer: This is only a summary of the typical functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks and duties. The responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the jobholder may differ from those outlined in the job description and that other duties, as assigned, may be part of the job. Freedom House may add, change, or remove essential and other duties at any time. Additional Information Freedom House provides a strong benefits package, including a 403(b) retirement account, commuter benefits, flexible summer hours, floating holidays, high employer contributions to medical, dental, and vision premiums, basic and voluntary life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending account, and more. Salary is commensurate with experience and starts at $40,000 Diversity makes our work stronger. We actively seek a diverse applicant pool and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. Staff are currently working remotely due to Covid-19, and Freedom House is continuing to evaluate when, and under what circumstances, staff will return to the office. This position will start remote and will require mandatory relocation to Washington DC once circumstances allow. Candidates must possess authorization to work in the United States. This position is contingent on funding approval. Qualified and Interested Applicants: We invite qualified candidates to complete an online application and submit a resume and cover letter. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. Only candidates authorized to work in the U.S. without any restrictions need apply. EOE M/F/D/V Diversity makes our work stronger. We actively seek a diverse applicant pool and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.
    $40k yearly 60d+ ago
  • Manager, Renewable Energy Policy - 26017

    World Wildlife Fund 4.6company rating

    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
  • Coordinator, Earth for Life- 25062

    World Wildlife Fund 4.6company rating

    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.
    $56.2k-70.3k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Director for Latin America and the Caribbean

    Freedom House 4.1company rating

    Washington, DC job

    This senior position is responsible for providing strategic leadership and vision for all Freedom House (FH) activities in and related to Latin America, primarily on-the-ground donor-funded programming activities, but also policy research and advocacy, in line with FH's mission and strategic framework. The position requires a candidate with deep knowledge of democracy and governance issues throughout the region, relationships there (including with civil society organizations (CSOs), government entities, the diplomatic community, etc.), and relationships with relevant USG entities (including USG donors supporting democracy programs in the region). These qualifications must be combined with a proven record of: designing and implementing innovative USG-funded democracy programming throughout the region that produces verifiable results; designing and carrying out successful policy research and policy advocacy initiatives before the U.S. Congress and executive branch; and effectively leading and managing diverse staff, including overseas operations.
    $136k-195k yearly est. 60d+ ago
  • Research Associate

    Freedom House 4.1company rating

    Washington, DC job

    Founded in 1941, Freedom House is an independent watchdog organization dedicated to the expansion of democracy around the globe. Our Research and Analysis division produces cutting-edge reports on topics such as the state of democratic institutions, key tactics employed by modern authoritarians, and how the internet is restricted and increasingly manipulated to undermine human rights, particularly of society's most vulnerable. The flagship of Freedom House's Technology and Democracy initiative is Freedom on the Net , which featured in 745 media outlets spanning 99 countries during its 2019 release. Position Summary The Research Associate will join a small, supportive, and dynamic team working to assess human rights in the digital age. The position will play a key role in producing Freedom on the Net , our annual internet freedom study encompassing issues such as censorship, disinformation, and surveillance. Responsibilities will range from analyzing the impact of complex regulatory proposals on free expression and privacy, supporting project management and logistics, and liaising with a dispersed network of local internet freedom researchers. This is a full-time position based in New York City, reporting to the Research Director for Technology and Democracy. Key Responsibilities Strengthen regional and thematic expertise within Freedom House, contribute analysis to Freedom on the Net and other written products, and provide substantive input at internal and external meetings Perform substantive fact-checking, editing, rewriting, and proofreading of reports on internet freedom, many authored by non-native English speakers. In the process of editing, supplement the reports with own research Assist appropriate team members in designing and facilitating Freedom on the Net project plans, goals, and timelines, as well as developing methods to track and evaluate project processes Develop a network of regional and thematic experts to serve as new contributors, and act as a primary point of contact with external consultants based around the world Prepare travel and event logistics for in-person review meetings, including booking flights and accommodation for participants, coordinating with venues, and other tasks Where funding permits, travel internationally to coordinate meetings with local researchers and attend relevant conferences to represent FH research Draft talking points for senior staff and conduct media interviews as needed Analyze data and prepare charts, graphics, and other support materials for publication Assist with funding proposals, donor reports, and monitoring and evaluation of the project's impact Ensure consultant contracts, payment requests, business expense reports, and other financial documents are in line with Freedom House requirements Perform other related duties as assigned
    $55k-77k yearly est. 60d+ ago
  • Director for Political Prisoner Initiative

    Freedom House 4.1company rating

    Washington, DC job

    PRINCIPAL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND EXPECTATIONS: Conduct a landscape analysis of the field and identify the most promising tactics and strategies for releasing prisoners. Develop a landscape analysis of organizations and campaigns focused on political prisoner work and the variety of approaches taken by different organizations Research key trends in each region of the world, including numbers of political prisoners and trends in this area Develop and Launch Strategy and Workplan Create a one-year plan and a five-year plan for the political prisoner initiative, focused on developing targeted campaigns (both public or private) and initiatives aimed at freeing individual prisoners Develop partnerships and workplans with law firms and communications firms to do pro bono work on prisoner release and advocacy As appropriate, identify and begin work on a small number of cases. Develop structure and recruit members for an expert Advisory Board Coordinate the execution of the strategy in close cooperation with external partners Liaise with Key Internal and External Stakeholders Serve as a focal point within Freedom House in connecting and coordinating across all of the work being done on political prison through our reporting, programmatic, and advocacy work Work with the Director of Advocacy to develop a strategy for engaging key Congressional and Executive Branch officials regarding the release of individual political prisoners Work with team members in the programmatic areas to develop an understanding of Freedom House's approach and lessons learned Connect with key activists and advocates in this field to build a network of partners and an understanding of the experts engaged in this area JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Experience Senior leadership role in leading campaign, movement, or initiative in the human rights, democracy, or justice fields Background in international affairs, human rights, or justice issues Experience with advocacy, government relations, or communications Significant experience in multistakeholder or multilateral efforts Knowledge of international law is a plus Skills and Competencies : Strong ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing Excellent interpersonal skills, including effectively interacting with people with a wide range of political and social views Skilled in establishing trusted partnerships throughout organization; maintaining and managing highly-confidential information; using expert judgment when dealing with internal and external constituents Superb attention to detail, balanced against consistent production of timely, error-free work Strong ability to plan, organize, and prioritize under pressure to meet tight deadlines Attributes and Characteristics: Exhibit strong and sustained commitment to the mission of Freedom House Show good stewardship in the use of Freedom House resources Respond promptly to stakeholder needs and solicit stakeholder feedback to improve service quality Consistently use good judgment when dealing with all contacts and constituents Assess own strengths and weaknesses, pursue training and development opportunities, and strive to continuously build knowledge and skills Work as an effective team member and successfully balance individual and team responsibilities Comply with all policies and procedures Disclaimer : This is only a summary of the typical functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks and duties. The responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the jobholder may differ from those outlined in the job description and other duties, as assigned, may be part of the job. Freedom House may add, change, or remove essential and other duties at any time
    $60k-81k yearly est. 60d+ ago
  • Senior Assistant, Board and National Council Relations, Travel, and Executive Vice President's Office - 26034

    World Wildlife Fund 4.6company rating

    Washington, DC job

    World Wildlife Fund (WWF), one of the world's leading conservation organizations, seeks a Senior Assistant, Board and National Council Relations, Travel, and Executive Vice President's Office. Performs standard administrative duties to ensure the smooth functioning of the Development division using demonstrated administrative and organizational skills. Reports to Senior Director, Board and National Council Relations and Institutional Partnerships in support of several Development sub-teams including the office of the Executive Vice President of Philanthropic Partnerships, Board and National Council Relations, and Travel Programs. Tasks include supporting meetings and events with donors, Board members, and senior executives; processing expenses via financial software systems; calendar management; staff travel planning; and general office support. Salary Range: $50,100 - $62,600 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 Data entry and information processing (40%) * Expenses - Processes and codes credit card transactions and invoices in financial software systems (Workday and SmartSimple), prepares check and/or wire requests, handles expense coding and re-classifications. Coordinates with others to resolve discrepancies/issues with data reconciliation. * Recordkeeping - Collects information and maintains logs, records, and lists on a regular or ad-hoc basis using Microsoft Word, Excel, or specialized databases such as SharePoint. Reviews, validates and inputs data provided by others, especially in Blackbaud Customer Relationship Management (CRM) database. Coordinates with others to resolve discrepancies/issues with data reconciliation. Meeting coordination and travel support (40%) * Meetings - Supports calendar management for Executive Vice President of Philanthropic Partnerships and organizes/supports complex meetings and makes appointments for Executive Vice President and Board/National Council and Travel teams. * Events and VIP Travel - Assists with logistics for meetings/conferences/special events and VIP trips, including maintaining attendee lists and coordinating space/equipment needs, AV needs, catering, ordering and shipping of materials for such events/trips, and preparation of necessary materials. * Travel support - support team travel requests, including booking air, train, hotel, and other travel logistics via WWF's travel provider. General office support (20%) * General office duties -Orders office supplies and assists with mailing, production, and distribution of documents, reports and other materials. Performs other miscellaneous office administrative tasks as needed. * Communications support - Helps manage executive correspondence and stewardship process, including drafting emails and letters. Formats and edits reports and materials as requested/needed by others. * Performs other duties as assigned. Key Competencies * Attention to Detail & Accuracy: Ensures completeness and correctness in financial processing, record-keeping, and executive support tasks. * Organization & Adaptability: Efficiently manages multiple deadlines and priorities. * Collaboration & Teamwork: Works effectively across teams and departments to achieve shared goals. * Executive-level Support: Experience supporting executive-level staff on a range of tasks including calendar management, expense reporting, tracking action items, and travel logistics. * Communication (written and verbal): Communicates clearly, concisely, and professionally with internal stakeholders and external partners. * Events and Meeting Support: Experience supporting high-level events and complex meetings with C-suite staff, Board members, and/or major donors. * Microsoft Office365: Experience using MS Office365 tools to manage data via Excel and communicate via Word and PowerPoint. Qualifications * 3 to 5 years of professional administrative experience. * Strong organizational and analytical skills with meticulous attention to detail. * Strong written and verbal communication skills. * Interpersonal skills requiring courtesy, tact and diplomacy necessary to effectively communicate with staff and callers. * Ability to take initiative, prioritize, meet deadlines, and complete work with minimal supervision, and proactively seek assistance when needed * Ability to learn on the job quickly and excel in a high-pressure, fast-paced executive environment. * Ability to use word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, desired. Experience with CRM and financial software such as Blackbaud CRM and Workday, desired, but not required. * Ability to operate standard office machines and equipment. * Committed to building and strengthening a culture of inclusion within and across teams. * 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 #26034 * 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.
    $50.1k-62.6k yearly Auto-Apply 12d ago
  • Grant Administration and Compliance Manager

    Freedom House 4.1company rating

    Washington, DC job

    The Grant Administration and Compliance Manager is a member of a five person team leading the implementation of the Human Rights Support Mechanism (HRSM), a $150-million, five year USAID funded Leader with Associates award that supports approximately 30 ongoing democracy and human rights programs around the world. Working with Freedom House's finance department, a highly competent program management team, and a coalition of dynamic partner organizations, this position offers a mid-career US Government grants and compliance professional an engaging and effective environment to work in. The individual in this position will use their financial and project management experience, detailed knowledge of USAID rules and regulations, and industry best practices to ensure the compliance of Freedom House and pass-through (subrecipient) HRSM projects. The person in this position is responsible for ensuring that project deliverables (and costs) are implemented and reported on in accordance with the terms and conditions of the federal award(s) and with established business and financial procedures across internal and external teams. This person will also strengthen existing HRSM procedures, identify and propose solutions to compliance issues, including working with outside organizations, from program design to closeout. This person will also conduct compliance trainings for new HRSM staff, report to the HRSM Technical Director, and is expected to collaborate closely with the FH finance department. This position is based in Washington, DC. PRINCIPAL DUTIES: HRSM financial management: Manage HRSM budgets and projections, and provide HRSM Technical Director and USAID with budgetary information and analysis Provide standard and ad hoc budgetary reports in user friendly formats to authorized personnel as needed Support efforts needed to extend or re-bid the HRSM award Supervise HRSM program staff in updating, streamlining and standardizing HRSM financial processes and communicate these processes to HRSM consortium partners Compliance and grant management: Supervise program staff to ensure the grants-related policies and procedures under HRSM comply with USAID requirements Respond to requests from USAID regarding grants, contracts, agreements, and other compliance requirements under HRSM Review sub-award packages for accuracy, completeness and compliance Review contracts, letters of agreement, and other contractual documents for partners and vendors Ensure that grants and sub-awards are expended in compliance with USAID requirements Review expense reports, financial reports, and payment requests prepared by program team members to ensure compliance with Freedom House and USAID requirements Assist with reviewing award documents and modifications for HRSM programs Monitor applicable federal regulations and initiate needed changes and updates to grants, contracts and agreements Personal Attributes and Characteristics: Awareness and understanding of USG democracy promotion programs Ability to represent Freedom House professionally in conduct and personal appearance Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work product, both that which is produced by the individual and that of the team, often requiring the adherence to tight deadlines. Effective communication. Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Strong personal character, an individual who can maintain the highest degree of confidentiality and exhibits unquestionable integrity, honesty, and forthrightness. Strong interpersonal skills with a client-service focus, and ability to respond promptly to inquiries in a courteous and professional manner. Must be able to successfully work collaboratively with all levels of employees, management, and external agencies, many of whom may have limited or no understanding of accounting. Strong work ethic and desire for personal and professional development. Demonstrates strong desire for personal excellence and can inspire others to achieve as well. Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills. Works as an effective team member, successfully balancing individual and team responsibilities.
    $59k-77k yearly est. 60d+ ago
  • Program Coordinator (Temporary), Aspen Ideas: Health

    Aspen Institute 4.5company rating

    Washington, DC job

    ABOUT US The Aspen Institute is a global nonprofit organization committed to realizing a free, just, and equitable society. Since its founding in 1949, the Institute has been driving change through dialogue, leadership, and action to help solve the most critical challenges facing communities in the United States and around the world. Headquartered in Washington, DC, the Institute has a campus in Aspen, Colorado, and an international network of partners. ASPEN IDEAS: HEALTH Aspen Ideas: Health is the opening session of the Aspen Ideas Festival, the nation's premier public gathering for leaders from around the globe to engage in the deep and inquisitive issues and ideas that shape our lives. Aspen Ideas: Health presents cutting edge content on health and medicinealways through a global lens. Stimulating and often provocative, the program features some of the worlds leading doers, thinkers, and visionaries; the icons and the up-and-comers of our time. ABOUT THIS ROLE This position will be remote, and will work with the Aspen Ideas: Health team based in Washington, DC. We seek an organized, self-starting Speaker Coordinator with strong communication skills paired with superb event coordination experience to support the development of Aspen Ideas: Health. The coordinator will be on the ground in Aspen, CO during the event in June. The annualized salary range for this role is $56,000 - $64,000 a year. This is a fulltime 6-month temporary position set to conclude September 15, 2026. This remote role requires travel to Aspen, Co for on ground support, with longer hours expected during the month of June. WHAT YOU WILL DO Event and Speaker Management Responsibilities: * Prepare Aspen Ideas: Health speaker invitations and correspondence. Working with AIH team, tailor invitations to individual speakers and ensure delivery in a timely manner. Help to research speaker contact information. Follow-up on speaker invitations in a timely manner. * Coordinate calls with speakers and editorial team. * Create, send, and track speaker registration materials. * Gather all speaker collateral (headshots, bios, contact information, etc.). * Manage speaker database and ensure information is up-to-date. * Speaker reporting: generate weekly speaker list and demographic report and circulate to team. Other speaker database reporting for meetings and presentations as requested. * Communicate with speakers regarding logistical details of event, both before the event as well as on the ground. * Manage all speaker copyright and license agreements for event, including procuring signatures, filing, and requesting missing copyright agreements. * Coordinate and schedule speakers for book signings and manage signings during the event. * Create and manage post-event speaker thank you letters and all post-event reporting efforts. * Create and manage post-event survey, working with communications staff. * Work with Communications staff on marketing, web content, social, and program materials related to speakers. * Support speaker reimbursements and vendor invoices as needed. Administrative Responsibilities: * Program billing as appropriate. * Scheduling of calls as needed. * Attending speaker and team calls. * Reporting on speaker data. * Other administrative tasks assigned by Managing Director, as necessary. WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO THRIVE * Bachelors or advanced degree in public health, political science, environmental studies, journalism, nursing, medicine, education, or a related field required. * Demonstrated interest in health, health policy, medicine, and/or international public health. * Support for and knowledge of Aspen Ideas: Health. * Excellent writing and communications skills with a keen attention to detail. * Highly organized, with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities. * Thrives under pressure and firm deadlines, and excels in fast-paced environments. * Desire to work in a team and actively contribute in all team meetings. * Social media and web experience a plus. * Previous high-level experience with event management/execution. * Professionalism, initiative, and responsiveness. * Respect and value diversity. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The Aspen Institute offers a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, and prescription benefits, retirement benefits, and paid leave. The Aspen Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all District and federal laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran or disabled status and will not be discriminated against. The Aspen Institute welcomes individuals with disabilities to participate in its programs, including the interview process. If you would like to request accommodations or have questions about accessibility, please email **************************** or call ************ in advance of your visit. Requests for ASL or CART services should be made at least two weeks in advance when possible. We will make every effort to fulfill requests, subject to availability.
    $56k-64k yearly 8d ago
  • Senior Program Officer, Strategic Planning and Finance-26021

    World Wildlife Fund 4.6company rating

    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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