Program Associate, Public Funding

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Virginia.

📋 Description

• Assist in the execution of the One Conservancy Public Fundraising Strategy.

• Organize and carry out internal initiatives related to knowledge management, procedures, operations, networks, and project coordination.

• Act as a liaison and information resource for external partners or organizations as required.

• Maintain the Strategy Implementation Plan, KPI 3 Dashboard, OKR Activities Calendar, and tools for public funding opportunities and projects.

• Provide coordination, research, logistical support, and materials assistance to Relationship Managers and staff interacting with public sector entities during significant policy events.

• Promote the adoption and utilization of BBCRM within the Public Funding Center.

• Assist in monitoring strategy investment expenditures and budget management.

• Handle check requests, travel arrangements, expense reports, and vendor-related tasks.

• Oversee monthly reporting, calendars, internal and external meetings, agendas, and follow-up actions.

• Prepare presentations, memos, and other communications related to the program.

• Work autonomously and make decisions within the scope of assigned responsibilities.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 2 years of relevant work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Proficiency in English.

• Familiarity with Excel-based budgets and spreadsheet functionalities.

• Experience with CRM software.

• Ability to research information from various sources and compile it into a cohesive reporting format.

• Proficient in writing and editing promotional and informational content.

• Experience collaborating with non-government organizations, government agencies, partners, and/or donors.

• Skilled in presenting to and communicating with both internal and external audiences.

• Background in public sector engagement or public fundraising.

• Proven ability to interact with senior leadership in a professional manner.

• The successful candidate must fulfill The Nature Conservancy's background screening requirements.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health care benefits.

• Flexible spending accounts.

• 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match.

• Parental leave.

• Accrued paid time off.

• Life insurance.

• Disability coverage.

• Employee assistance program.

• Additional life and work well-being benefits.

• Flexible work environment.

• Opportunities for career development.