Research/Program Assistant-San Francisco, CA

Organization: Earth Innovation Institute   

Position Title: Research/Program Assistant

Location: San Francisco, CA

Hours & Compensation: Full time.

Application Deadline: February 7, 2014

Job Description:

Earth Innovation Institute has an immediate opening for a Research & Program Assistant. The position will report to the Scientist and Program Manager for the Sustainable Tropics Initiative and the Sustainable Tropics Alliance supporting research, writing, editing of reports and manuscripts, project administration, plus occasional support to other projects that have a focus on South America. The successful candidate will also support research and management in other diverse areas to include, but not limited to, communications, institutional development and administration throughout the organization.

This is a full-time, entry-level, one-year temporary position ideal for a recent college graduate with education in Environmental Policy or Latin American studies who wishes to expand his or her knowledge and skills through a real-world experience in a non-profit environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with policy research and analysis with a focus on South America; contribute to the preparation, writing, editing and publication of research results/reports and manuscripts;
• Track policy-relevant research and current events related to low emissions rural development in South America and other regions as needed
• Contribute to maintaining communications with partners and collaborators located in country;
• Schedule meetings, prepare advance materials, and take meetings minutes;
• Coordinate travel and meeting arrangements and assist with logistics for events;
• Contribute to the development of grant proposals to support Earth Innovation Institute and the Sustainable Tropics Alliance;
• Assist with funder reporting requirements;
• Other duties as needed

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Position requires a bachelor’s degree in Policy, Environmental Studies, History, International Relations or Latin American studies or equivalent
• Intermediate proficiency of Spanish required; working knowledge of Portuguese a plus
• Excellent writing and editing skills including ability to communicate complex concepts and information to a range of different audiences;
• Strong motivation, personal initiative and commitment to excellence and results, as well as enthusiasm for research and analysis;
• Demonstrated interest in issues surrounding rural development and natural resource use and policy, particularly in Latin America;
• Highly organized, flexible; detail-oriented; able to balance multiple tasks, meet deadlines and anticipate needs; professional demeanor;
• Must demonstrate high degree of initiative and ability to perform under times of pressure;
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from a variety of disciplines, cultures, and backgrounds and experience living or working in a developing country desired; experience in community organizing in sustainability or policy issues a plus
• Experience with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Project and Work desired
• Knowledge of Earth Innovation Institute’s research and programs a plus

Location: San Francisco, CA

Application deadline: February 7, 2014

Desired start date: ASAP

Compensation: Full-time, exempt, temporary one-year position with competitive benefit package position. Compensation based on qualifications.

How to apply:

Application Instructions: Please send cover letter referencing Job# 02404THCMS14, resume and contact information for 3 references [email protected]. Please reference Job# 02404THCMS14in the subject line of the email.