Senior Academic Programs Lead, Youth Climate Action

University of California - Los Angeles (UCLA); Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) seeks an Academic Program Management Officer III for the RP unit. The role focuses on leading climate-action programs for youth engagement, coordinating with UCLA/CDLS, and building partnerships with funders and community members.

The position requires extensive leadership, storytelling, and strategic planning abilities, with strong collaboration across departments and community groups.

Qualifications

• Non-profit leadership experience in environmental organizations (15+ years).
• Extensive community organizing experience, especially SE Los Angeles (15+ years).
• Experience at UCLA and CDLS; 5+ years preferred.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Skilled storyteller across media formats.
• Ability to develop, implement, and assess organizational strategy.
• Proven ability to lead diverse teams and mentor student workers.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate program initiatives with multiple stakeholders.
• Mentor and supervise student workers and staff.
• Develop partnerships with funders and community members.

Skills

Non-profit leadership

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Storytelling

Organizational strategy

Team leadership

Project management

Stakeholder management

Youth empowerment

Education

Advanced degree

PhD preferred

Job description

University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) seeks an Academic Program Management Officer III for the RP unit. The role focuses on leading climate-action programs for youth engagement, coordinating with UCLA/CDLS, and building partnerships with funders and community members.

The position requires extensive leadership, storytelling, and strategic planning abilities, with strong collaboration across departments and community groups.