Associate for Technical Assistance & Capacity Building

The World Resources Institute is hiring an Associate for Technical Assistance & Capacity Building in Washington, DC, requiring a hybrid work model with three in-office days per week. The role involves supporting the High Ambition Coalition for Nature and People through capacity building, operational support, and organizational tasks. Candidates must have existing work authorization and reside in DC, Maryland, or Virginia. A bachelor's degree in relevant fields is preferred.
Associate for Technical Assistance & Capacity Building

Program Management

This position will be based out of Washington DC and will be a hybrid model requiring 3 days a week in-office.

Existing work authorization is required at the time of application submission. WRI is unable to sponsor visa work authorization for this position. To be eligible for this position in US, you must be a resident of DC, Maryland or Virginia at the start of employment.

About the program:

The High Ambition Coalition for Nature and People (HAC) (

www.hacfornatureandpeople.org/home

) is an intergovernmental group of more than 120 countries—co-chaired by Costa Rica and France championing a global deal for nature and people with the central goal of protecting at least 30 percent of the world’s land and ocean area by 2030. The 30x30 target is a global target which aims to halt the

accelerating loss of species and protect vital ecosystems that are the source of our economic security.

Job highlight:

You will be responsible for integrating equity into your work.

You will support Secretariat efforts

in the implementation of the High Ambition Coalition for Nature and People’s technical assistance and capacity building efforts. This role requires strong coordination, communication, and organizational skills to enhance country engagement, facilitate and enhance partnerships.

The HAC Secretariat is co-hosted by WRI and the Global Environment Facility (GEF). You will report to the Senior Associate for Technical Assistance and Capacity Building.

What you will do:

Capacity Building (50%)

30x30 Solutions toolkit
• Lead 30x30 Solutions Toolkit: management, and continuous improvement of the 30x30 Solutions Toolkit website.
• Plan and execute updates and upgrades to the platform.
• Conduct outreach to partners and supporters to encourage resource submissions and promote toolkit utilization.
• Organize, prepare and co-
facilite
Core Team and Editorial Team meetings

Webinar,

trainings and regional workshops
• Lead the planning, logistics, and execution of regional capacity-building workshops
• Organizing and contributing to capacity building activities including webinar, online training and learning events
• Collaborate and coordinate with partners to co-host and facilitate training sessions
• Organize peer-to-peer exchanges and specialized training in collaboration with partners and supporters

Operative support to the matchmaking (25%): -
• Review and manage

requests for assistance from members
• Support in the submission and review of the requests
• Oversee platform accounts and notification systems
• Provide

support of the matchmaking platform improvement and IT development when needed

Organizational support to the HAC Secretariat (25%): -
• Engage

with partners and supporters
• Engage

with countries and political mobilization activities
• Identify opportunities for collaboration with technical and research assistance providers based on countries needs
• Participate

in strategic discussions and planning
• Contribute

to daily operations and implementation of HAC activities

What you will need:
• Education:

You have

a completed

bachelor’s

degree in natural sciences, political science, or socio-economic sciences.

Relevant work experience in lieu of degree is accepted
• Experience:

You

have 7+

years of relevant professional experience
• Experience and deep knowledge regarding

strategies for advancing place-based

nature conservation
• Experience

designing and

delivering technical assistance and capacity-building to government agencies (ideally in the realm of nature conservation or the environment)
• Experience

managing relationships with and between

mid-level managers

from government agencies

and non-governmental organizations
• Experience

in a role that required high-level communications (verbal, written, public) to different audiences
• Languages:

You have written and verbal fluency in English, with additional common languages (e.g.

Spanish,

French) a plus
• Requirements:

Existing work authorization is required where this position is based. WRI is unable to authorize visa work authorization

How to Apply
:

Please submit a resume with a required cover letter by the date of
7 May

2025.

We may close for applications sooner if we receive a high volume of qualified applications.

We are unable to consider your application without a cover

letter

in addition to your resume.

You must

apply through the WRI Careers portal to be considered.

What we offer:
• Access to the WRI global network with the opportunity to exchange with and learn from passionate colleagues working at the cutting edge of their fields across Asia, Africa, Europe, Latin

America

and the

US
• The chance to have an impact and to develop your career within a mission driven

organization

with access to varied learning and training opportunities.
• A workplace that strives to put diversity and inclusion at the heart of our

work
• The opportunity to join and get involved in different working groups and affinity groups to shape the future of

WRI
• Commitment to hybrid working model with flexible working

hours
• Generous leave

days that increase with tenure
• Medical Coverage, Dental Coverage, Vision Coverage, retirement plan access and employer contribution

About Us:

Founded in 1982, World Resources Institute (WRI) is an independent, nonprofit global research

organization

that turns big ideas into action at the nexus of environment, economic opportunity, and human well-being. We are working to address seven critical

challenges that the world must overcome this decade to secure a sustainable future for people and the planet: climate change, energy, food, forests, water, sustainable cities,

and the ocean. WRI has a global staff of over 1,800 people with work spanning 60 countries. We have offices in Africa, Brazil, China, Europe, India,

Indonesia, Mexico,

Colombia

and the United States, as well as a growing presence in other countries and regions.

The foundation of our work is delivering high-quality research, data, maps, and analysis to solve the world’s greatest environment and international development challenges and improve people’s lives. We work with leaders in government, business, and civil society to drive ambitious action and create change on the ground. Equally important, we

bring

together partners to develop breakthrough ideas and scale-up solutions for far-reaching, enduring impact.

Our mission and values:

WRI’s mission is to move human society to live in ways that protect Earth’s environment and its capacity to provide for the needs and aspirations of current and future generations.

Our values are shared ideals that bind us together: Integrity, Innovation, Urgency,

Independence

and Respect.

Our culture:

WRI is committed to advancing gender and social equity for human well-being in our mission including equal opportunities in

employment. All qualified applicants will

receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, caste, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Our team in Human Resources carefully reviews all applications.