ClimateWorks Foundation is a global organization committed to our mission: to end the climate crisis by amplifying the power of philanthropy. Since our founding in 2008, we have awarded over $1.8 billion in grants to more than 850 organizations working to advance climate solutions around the world. We helped grow the field of climate philanthropy to where it stands today, establishing infrastructure, global networks, and momentum for continued growth. Through our Global Programs and Services, we equip philanthropy with global knowledge, networks, and solutions to drive climate progress in a way that also benefits people. Check out our 2023 annual report for more information about our impact.

The ClimateWorks Programs Team drives innovation and climate solutions that scale. Through our portfolio of high-impact climate mitigation strategies and global grantmaking, we help funders maximize their philanthropic impact. ClimateWorks supports climate change mitigation efforts from early explorations to scaled initiatives and are now building work on adaptation and resilience. We help develop innovative and high-impact solutions, fund their implementation, and scale up those that show the greatest promise. 

The ClimateWorks Programs Team is nearly 60 strong and growing. It includes 10 senior experts (Senior Program Directors and Directors), each of whom engages partners in many countries to advance climate solutions globally. Senior Programs staff are sought after international experts, authors, speakers, and network-builders. Information on ClimateWorks’ Global Programs can be found here: https://www.climateworks.org/programs.

We are seeking a globally minded climate leader, with a vision for how philanthropy can play a catalytic role in exploring, developing and scaling major climate solutions, in close partnership with others, proven skills leading a strong and dynamic team, to serve in the position of Vice President (VP) of Programs. The commitment to and sense of urgency around combatting climate change has never been stronger. The VP of Programs will play a crucial role in leading the team in their work to expand and scale transformative climate strategies; ensure close coordination and collaboration across the programs, with other ClimateWorks’ teams, and with key partners and funders; and deliver on the Foundation’s mission to support and amplify the impact of the philanthropic community in tackling the climate crisis.

To apply, please submit a CV and covering letter, detailing how you fulfil the role description and personal specification quoting reference 7654. The deadline for applications is Friday, December 20, 2024.

ClimateWorks Foundation is based in the San Francisco Financial District. This position is classified as global flexible. Successful candidates can work from the San Francisco office or from other locations, provided they can work effectively with a team that is global, but with a large base in the San Francisco area. ClimateWorks offers an excellent benefits package and a competitive salary that is commensurate with experience (geographic differential will be applied based on location). The target salary range for this role is $400K-$425K.

At ClimateWorks Foundation, we are driven by our vision of creating a thriving planet for all living beings for generations to come. We aim to foster an inclusive workplace that values diverse lived experiences and emphasizes the voices of marginalized people — especially Black, Indigenous, and People of Color — who are most vulnerable to climate impacts, and whose voices, ideas, and leadership are crucial to winning the climate fight.

To embrace our vision of a thriving planet for all and to transparently live up to our commitments, ClimateWorks Foundation’s racial and social justice work has three pillars. For more information, please visit: Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion at ClimateWorks 

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal employment opportunity and having a diverse staff are fundamental principles at ClimateWorks Foundation and as such we are committed to creating a diverse and multi-cultural work environment. We strongly encourage and seek applications from women, people of color, and bilingual and bicultural individuals, as well as members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender communities. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race (including traits historically associated with race), ethnicity, religion, color, sex (including childbirth, breast feeding, and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.

This policy extends to all aspects of our employment practices including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, discipline, termination, promotions, transfers, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, and other terms and conditions of employment.

ClimateWorks Foundation is committed to complying with all laws protecting qualified individuals with disabilities, as well as employees’ religious beliefs and practices. This policy extends to all aspects of our employment practices including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, discipline, termination, promotions, transfers, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, and other terms and conditions of employment. ClimateWorks Foundation will provide a reasonable accommodation for any known physical or mental disability of a qualified individual and/or employees’ religious beliefs and practices, as required by law. If you require an accommodation, please notify Perrett Laver. Once ClimateWorks Foundation is aware of the need for an accommodation, it will engage in an interactive process to identify possible accommodations.