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Program Associate, Climate

Barr Foundation
Location
Boston, Massachusetts
Posted
12 days ago
Department
Climate
Salary
$74,000 to $80,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Proven project management skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google Workspace
  • Willingness to learn Asana and Salesforce
  • Strong written communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills
Nice to have
  • Experience with project management tools (e.g., Asana)
  • Experience with database systems (e.g., Access, Salesforce)
  • Experience with nonprofit or philanthropic organizations
  • Academic coursework or professional/volunteer experience in clean energy, transportation, resilience, environmental justice, or public policy
What the job really is

The Program Associate for the Climate team at the Barr Foundation will provide essential administrative and programmatic support, focusing on grantmaking and contract management. This role involves implementing processes for grants, tracking documentation, managing project timelines, and facilitating team engagements. The associate will also participate in foundation-wide activities and support the Climate Program's strategic goals through collaboration and data management.

Benefits
  • Starting salary range of $74,000 to $80,000
  • Generous health, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Strong retirement savings program
  • 15 vacation days to start
  • Parental leave and health leave policies
  • Flexible work environment with hybrid workplace model
Things to weigh
  • No specific mention of required educational background
  • The role involves significant administrative tasks which may not appeal to all candidates
  • The position requires managing multiple workstreams which could be challenging for some
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