VP, Programs — Climate Action & Grants Leadership

ImpactAlpha Inc.; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

3 weeks paid vacation

11 paid holidays

401(k) with employer contribution

Professional development reimbursement

Employer-paid life insurance

Fertility & Family Building assistance

Parking or transportation stipend

Wellness cash stipend

Identity theft protection

Job summary

Rainier Climate in Bellevue, WA is seeking its first Vice President of Programs to translate organization-wide strategies into actionable plans and ensure consistent execution across the program team.

You will lead and mentor a team of Program Directors and Associates, oversee grantmaking from conception to implementation, and collaborate closely with the President to align programs with Rainier’s mission and opportunities in global partnerships.

Qualifications

• Deep commitment to Rainier Climate’s mission.
• At least 20 years of senior executive leadership in philanthropy.
• Experience translating strategy into execution across complex portfolios.
• Collaborative and entrepreneurial operating style.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills.
• Ability to work in global partnership networks.

Responsibilities

• Translate Rainier’s strategy into actionable program plans.
• Lead strategy development across multiple portfolios.
• Ensure high-quality grant recommendations and program delivery.
• Serve as a proxy for the President on program matters.
• Lead and mentor a team of Program Directors and Associates.
• Partner with the President on external engagement and partnerships.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Partnership networks

Mentoring

Collaboration

Mission alignment

Executive presence

Job description

Rainier Climate in Bellevue, WA is seeking its first Vice President of Programs to translate organization-wide strategies into actionable plans and ensure consistent execution across the program team.

You will lead and mentor a team of Program Directors and Associates, oversee grantmaking from conception to implementation, and collaborate closely with the President to align programs with Rainier’s mission and opportunities in global partnerships.