Senior Associate Director, Conservation Programs

FIDELITY FOUNDATIONS; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual performance-based bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Hybrid schedule (in-person 3 days/week

Job summary

The Fidelity Foundations in Boston, MA seek an Associate Director, Conservation to oversee strategic grantmaking across portfolios, manage program staff, and advance impact through rigorous due diligence and data-driven stewardship.

Reporting to the Conservation Program Director, you will partner with the Director and team to plan, build relationships with practitioners and funders, and foster a collaborative, high-performing culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of conservation-related work aligned with Foundations’ strategies.
• Experience in philanthropy, preferably with family foundations and strategic grantmaking.
• Proven track record in leading teams and fostering positive organizational culture.
• Strong relationship-building with long-term professional partners.
• Ability to translate complex information into clear written previews and recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for internal and external audiences.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-moving, complex environment.
• Sound judgement, integrity, and respect for confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and grow strategic grantmaking across multiple portfolios.
• Manage program officers, ensure high-quality grant-making aligned with portfolio goals.
• Monitor grant effectiveness and maintain data in the grants management system.
• Develop annual planning, goal-setting, and team-building with the Director.
• Build relationships with practitioners, funders, and conservation experts.
• Directly manage team members and support professional development.
• Foster a collaborative and supportive team culture.

Job description

The Fidelity Foundations in Boston, MA seek an Associate Director, Conservation to oversee strategic grantmaking across portfolios, manage program staff, and advance impact through rigorous due diligence and data-driven stewardship.

Reporting to the Conservation Program Director, you will partner with the Director and team to plan, build relationships with practitioners and funders, and foster a collaborative, high-performing culture.