Program Manager, Adaptation and Resilience - Remote

Overview

The ClimateWorks Foundation Program Manager, Adaptation and Resilience, will support the Adaptation and Resilience team in their efforts to build out global adaptation as a new focus area for the foundation and philanthropy writ large, ensuring the delivery of the work associated with the Adaptation and Resilience Collaborative for Funders (ARC).

In Short

• Oversee and manage all activities of the Adaptation and Resilience Collaborative for Funders (ARC).
• Coordinate with various teams to ensure successful task management.
• Lead preparations for ARC meetings and manage the budget.
• Organize funder learning series and prepare communications.
• Conduct research on adaptation and resilience topics.
• Manage contracts and grants with funding recipients.
• Write initiative plans and track milestones.
• Coordinate internal activities related to the initiative.
• Prepare reporting outputs and liaise with external partners.

Requirements

• Excellent project and program management skills.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong critical thinking, research, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with project management tools and Microsoft tools.
• At least 7 years of work experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable work environment.
• Experience in climate change policy and adaptation preferred.
• Lived experience or work experience in the Global South strongly preferred.
• Experience in meeting facilitation and/or event management.
• Experience in non-profits or foundations is a plus.

Benefits

• Excellent benefits package.
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Geographic differential applied based on location.