Senior Climate & Agriculture Strategy Lead

Patagonia; Ventura (CA); Hybrid; USD 122,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

Patagonia in Ventura, CA, seeks an Environmental Program Officer to lead Climate & Agriculture strategies, shape priorities, and oversee grantmaking in alignment with the company’s environmental mission.

You will advise senior leadership, translate priorities into actionable plans, and build strategic partnerships with nonprofits, funders, and practitioners to accelerate measurable impact. This senior role demands deep environmental expertise and 4+ years of foundation and grants experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.
• 4+ years of experience with foundations and grants.
• Deep knowledge of Climate & Agriculture, environmental policy, philanthropy.
• Experience shaping campaigns, partnerships, and movement-building strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develops, refines, and executes Climate & Agriculture strategies with measurable objectives.
• Advises leadership on environmental trends, policy developments, risks, and strategic responses.
• Translates environmental priorities into actionable plans and coordinated programs across functions.
• Maintains deep expertise to inform company impact initiatives and positions Patagonia externally.
• Represents Patagonia with thought leaders, funders, nonprofits, and partners to amplify impact.
• Builds strategic relationships and coalitions to advance climate and agricultural transformation priorities.

Skills

Influence senior leaders

Communications

Strategic planning

Partnership development

Grantmaking

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Patagonia in Ventura, CA, seeks an Environmental Program Officer to lead Climate & Agriculture strategies, shape priorities, and oversee grantmaking in alignment with the company’s environmental mission.

You will advise senior leadership, translate priorities into actionable plans, and build strategic partnerships with nonprofits, funders, and practitioners to accelerate measurable impact. This senior role demands deep environmental expertise and 4+ years of foundation and grants experience.