Program Associate, Environment & Science - Fisheries

The Program Associate for Environment & Science - Global Fisheries at EPIP will manage grantmaking processes and support the Global Fisheries Portfolio. This role involves collaboration with grantees and internal teams to promote sustainable seafood practices and marine conservation. The position is based in California and focuses on developing operational processes for effective grantmaking while fostering strong relationships with grantees.
Position: Program Associate, Environment & Science - Global Fisheries
Location: California
Program Associate, Environment & Science - Global Fisheries

Posted on October 03, 2023
ABOUT THE DAVID AND LUCILE PACKARD FOUNDATION

The David & Lucile Packard Foundation was founded in 1964 by David and Lucile Packard. We work with people and communities to create enduring solutions for just societies and a healthy, resilient natural world. We have worked with thousands of organizations and leaders in the U.S. and worldwide to advance progress in the critical areas of science, ocean and land conservation, climate change, women’s reproductive health and rights, and the well-being of children, families, and communities.
ABOUT

THE POSITION

POSITION SUMMARY

The Program Associate (PA) is the lead contact for our grantees when it comes to ensuring the grantmaking cycle and process is understood, effective, and streamlined. Through partnership with the grantees, an understanding of their needs, and strong knowledge of our internal processes, the Program Associate works with internal and external partners to contribute to Initiative and Foundation goals.

This role will be responsible for leading, developing, and implementing the operations for the newly formed Global Fisheries Portfolio, one of three portfolios within the Foundation’s Ocean Initiative. This portfolio takes an integrated approach to systems change from local to global levels by supporting leaders, organizations, and grantee partners that focus on building power and agency within ocean-reliant communities so that they can lead and participate in interventions that advance a sustainable and equitable seafood sector.

The program associate will partner closely with multiple local and international Environment and Science (E&S) colleagues, including several Program Officers (POs), a Director, and regional advisors to ensure effective grantmaking of our Ocean portfolios. The Environment and Science team supports work to achieve the Foundation’s three goals, with a particular focus on the goal of protecting and restoring our natural world.

To do this, we champion bold climate solutions, an ocean that sustains us, and scientific innovation and discovery to secure the health and future of people and planet. Across our globe, the fate of both people and our natural world are inextricably linked, and all solutions must account for both. Within E&S, the Ocean Initiative centers the communities who depend most on a healthy ocean and engages them in developing and implementing solutions that protect and restore marine biodiversity, achieving equitable and sustainable fisheries, and harnessing ocean-based climate solutions.

This position reports to the Program Operations Manager and joins a team of passionate individuals committed to developing effective operational processes for grantmaking and strong, trust-based relationships, designed to support the needs and aspirations of our grantees.
HOW TO APPLY

for more information or to apply. FIRST REVIEW DATE:
October 9, 2023
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

This is a full-time, non-exempt position. Compensation will be commensurate with related work experience and education. The salary range for this position based in California is $85,000-$111,000 USD annually. This salary range is an estimate, and the actual salary may vary based on various factors, including without limitation individual education, experience, tenure, certification, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

The David and Lucile Packard Foundation offers excellent benefits for eligible employees. Current benefits include medical (HMO and HDHPs), dental and vision coverage; 15% employer contribution to employee retirement plan; life insurance, disability insurance, vacation, and sick leave; an adoption benefit; fertility benefit; a financial wellness program; health advocacy services, paid time off to volunteer for nonprofit organizations; matching grants for employee contributions to tax exempt organizations;

commute assistance; and tuition assistance.
HYBRID WORK POLICY

The Packard Foundation’s current Hybrid Work Policy is that staff are expected to be in the office on Tuesdays and Wednesdays each week.
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