Conservation Grants Associate (Asia-Pacific) Rainforest Trust

Vacancies; United States; Remote; USD 56,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a mission-driven organization dedicated to conserving tropical habitats and endangered species. As a Conservation Grants Associate, you will play a vital role in supporting grant administration and communication with stakeholders across the Asia-Pacific region. This remote position offers the opportunity to contribute to meaningful conservation efforts while developing your skills in project management and stakeholder engagement. If you are passionate about environmental conservation and possess strong interpersonal and organizational skills, this role is a perfect fit for you. Embrace the chance to make a difference in a dynamic and inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage with diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills for multitasking.

Responsibilities

• Manage grant agreements and communicate with recipients effectively.
• Identify and escalate issues to ensure timely resolution.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Synthesis and analytical skills

Communication skills

Job description

Position Title: Conservation Grants Associate (Asia-Pacific)

Location: Remote (USA)

Salary: $56,000- $64,000

Status: Full-time, salaried, exempt

Reports to: Senior Conservation Officer

ABOUT US:

Since 1988, Rainforest Trust has been safeguarding imperiled tropical habitats and saving endangered species by establishing protected areas in partnership with local organizations and communities. With our partners, we have protected more than 51 million acres of vital habitat across Latin America, Africa, Asia and the Pacific.

HOW YOU’LL CONTRIBUTE TO OUR MISSION:

• Communicates with grant recipients and project implementers to handle the administration of smoothly running agreements and identify problems for other staff to handle.
• Distill and deliver relevant information from partners to Philanthropy and the Board of Directors so that each group has the information they need.
• Proactively identifies and lifts up problems for other staff to handle so that the team can prioritize their time effectively and problems can be addressed with time to mitigate consequences.

TO SUCCEED IN THIS ROLE, WE’RE HOPING YOU’LL HAVE:

• Strong interpersonal skills. We’re looking for someone who can proactively identify problems so that they have the opportunity to be resolved before the consequences are too difficult to address. You should be able to communicate effectively and respectfully with stakeholders from different countries (especially across different cultures). Additionally, you bring strong synthesis and analytical skills to summarize information appropriately for different audiences.
• Strong time management skills to help multiple projects move forward simultaneously. We’re hoping you have proven organizational skill to keep files and records easily findable and can complete and maintain documentation clearly, consistently, and accurately. To assist with this, you should be able to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Rainforest Trust values the diversity of our planet and environment and wants our team to reflect the richness of the global population we serve. We believe that striving to maintain a demographically diverse workforce where employees are treated equitably and feel a strong sense of inclusion is not only an ethical imperative but also a key driver of innovation and excellence, enhancing our ability to fulfill our mission of conserving and protecting our natural environment.

Research shows that while cis-men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women and other marginalized folks (especially groups that are underrepresented in the conservations field) tend to only apply when they check every box. So if you think you have what it takes, but don’t necessarily meet every single qualification, please still get in touch. We’d love to have a chat and see if you could be a great fit!

WORKING CONDITIONS AND TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Rainforest Trust is a remote first organization and the incumbent will be expected to work primarily from home with an excellent internet connection, though part-time office space may be available in Warrenton, VA and/or Washington DC. Occasional national and/or international travel may be required for organizational meetings and other events.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by a teammate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to remain in a stationary position at a computer terminal for an extended period. The person in this position frequently communicates with colleagues both verbally and in writing and must be able to exchange accurate, neat and thorough information.

ANTICIPATED SALARY

The salary range for this position is $56,000- $64,000 commensurate with experience. This base compensation range represents the anticipated low and high range of wages for this position. Salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role.

How to Apply

https://rainforesttrust.applicantpro.com/jobs/3531123-1006943.html?jobs