Program Associate, Climate & Air Program- Washington, D.C.
Organization: Environmental Defense Fund
Job Title: Program Associate, Climate & Air Program
Location: Washington, D.C.
Hours and Compensation: Full time; comprehensive benefits; salary not yet posted.
Application Deadline: Now accepting applications.
Posted On: March 30, 2012
Organization Overview
With world attention focused on both the environment and the economy, Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) is where policymakers and business leaders turn for win-win solutions. This leading environmental advocacy group, with programs from Boston to Beijing, has tripled in size over the past decade by focusing on strong science, uncommon partnerships and market-based approaches. You can be part of a vibrant workplace that welcomes diverse perspectives, talents and contributions, where innovation and a focus on results are a way of life.
Description
Environmental Defense Fund is currently seeking a full-time Program Associate in Washington, DC to provide administrative and research support to the Director of Tropical Forest Policy and other members of the REDD (Reduction of Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation) team, which is part of our International Climate Program. Members of the International Climate Program work to reduce greenhouse gas emissions around the world through the promotion of innovative market-based mechanisms, participation in the UN climate negotiations, and advocacy for REDD in developing countries. The Program Associate will spend approximately two thirds of his/her time on administrative duties, with the remainder on research and associated tasks.
Responsibilities
- Schedule and organize meetings and arrange travel for EDF’s Director of Tropical Forest Policy and other members of the REDD team.
- Plan and manage logistics for REDD related events, such as workshops in Mexico or in Amazon countries.
- Process and submit expense reports, invoices, and check requests.
- Administer contracts for consultants, including helping to draft contracts and working with the accounting department to ensure timely payments of contracts.
- Conduct research on REDD related and other issues.
- Prepare and proofread correspondence, briefing memos, charts, tables, graphs, etc.
- Write grant proposals and reports in collaboration with other staff members.
- Work independently and as part of the REDD team and the International Climate Program on special projects, which may include: planning and coordinating multiple presentations, serving as project manager for substantive reports, disseminating information, and creating brochures.
- Monitor and analyze media for relevant stories.
- If the successful candidate has appropriate language skills, he or she may also be responsible for translating Portuguese and Spanish materials into English and vice versa.
Qualifications
- A bachelor’s degree in environmental science or related field.
- Very strong attention to detail and outstanding organizational abilities.
- Ability to complete and prioritize multiple tasks under strict deadlines in a high pressure setting.
- Excellent oral and written English communication skills.
- Ability to work well both alone and with a team of diverse colleagues.
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Proficiency in Spanish and/or Portuguese is highly desired.
- Experience working and/or travelling abroad is a plus; some international travel is required.
- Demonstrated interest and/or experience in environmental advocacy preferred.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should submit their cover letter, resume and salary requirements.
Due to the volume of employment applications and queries received, EDF is unable to respond to each application individually. Applicants will be contacted directly if selected as a candidate.
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