Program Officer, Climate Action

The Lemelson Foundation - Portland, OR; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A philanthropic foundation in Portland, OR, is seeking a Program Officer to play a key role in climate action initiatives. The successful candidate will manage a portfolio of grants, collaborate with various stakeholders, and oversee public events aligned with organizational goals. Candidates should have advanced experience in building cooperative climate programs and effective leadership skills. Competitive salary ranging from $130,000 to $160,000 based on experience.

Qualifications

• Advanced experience in building and executing collaborative climate programs.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to work with diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Join the Director, Climate Action to develop and implement the Fund.
• Manage and monitor a portfolio of grants and public events.
• Contribute to the organizational culture and strategy.

Skills

Organizational Leadership

Portfolio Management

Innovative Problem Solving

Job description

The Program Officer joins the Director, Climate Action in contributing to the ongoing development and implementation of the Fund together with grantees, funding partners, and community members. In partnership with the Director, the Program Officer will develop, manage, and monitor a portfolio of grants and program-related activities, as well as public events that support other program and organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Organizational Leadership
• Portfolio Management
• Foundation Culture and Strategy

The ideal candidate for the Program Officer role will be a highly skilled and innovative professional with advanced experience in building and executing complex, collaborative climate programs.

The salary range for this position is $130,000 - $160,000, commensurate with experience. It is strongly preferred the candidate be located in Portland Oregon.