Program Associate, Environment & Science, The David and Lucile Packard Foundation - Los Altos California

Company: ABFE
Location: Los Altos, California
Posted On: 11/07/2024

Program Associate, Environment & Science, The David and Lucile Packard FoundationAbout The David and Lucile Packard FoundationThe David & Lucile Packard Foundation was founded in 1964 by David and Lucile Packard. We work with people and communities to create enduring solutions for just societies and a healthy, resilient natural world. We have worked with thousands of organizations and leaders in the U.S. and worldwide to advance progress in the critical areas of science, ocean and land conservation, climate change, women's reproductive health and rights, and the well-being of children, families, and communities.OUR VISION: A just and equitable world where both people and nature flourish.OUR MISSION: We work with people and communities to create enduring solutions for just societies and a healthy, resilient natural world.OUR VALUES: Equity, Integrity, Belief in Individual Leadership, Thinking Big, Respect, and Effectiveness.Position OverviewThis role will be a key member of the Grants and Data Operations team (GDO). GDO leads the Foundation's grantmaking operations and data practices to further our Foundation's goals. GDO is responsible for continuous assessment and improvement of our grantmaking practices to enable staff and our grantee partners to do their important work.This role will be responsible for leading, developing, and implementing the operations for select grantmaking portfolios within the Environment and Science Goal, which includes the Ocean Initiative, Global Climate Initiative, and Climate Innovation Initiative. The Environment and Science team is focused on protecting and restoring our natural world. To do this, we champion bold climate solutions, an ocean that sustains us, and scientific innovation and discovery to secure the health and future of people and planet.This role will partner closely with multiple local and international Environment and Science (E&S) teammates including program officers, directors, regional advisors, and other staff across the Foundation to ensure effective implementation of our portfolios and a positive experience for our grantees. The successful candidate will be adept at building trust and growing respectful working relationships, has an eye for details and systems/process improvement, and is committed to the Foundation's mission, vision, and values.The Program Associate (PA) is the primary contact for our grantees when it comes to ensuring the grantmaking cycle and process is understood, effective, and streamlined. Through partnership with the grantees, an understanding of their needs, and strong knowledge of our internal processes, the Program Associate works with many internal and external partners to contribute to Initiative and Foundation goals.This position reports to the Program Budget Manager and joins a team of passionate individuals committed to developing effective operational processes for grantmaking and strong, trust-based relationships, designed to support the work of our initiatives and grantees.The position is full-time. The salary range for this position based in California is $85,000-$112,000 annually. This salary range is an estimate, and the actual salary may vary based on various factors, including individual education, experience, tenure, certification, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.
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