World Wildlife Fund (WWF), one of the worldโs leading conservation organizations, seeks a Coordinator, Private Sector Engagement.
Major Function
Assists the Private Sector Engagementโs (PSE) Plastic and Material Science team in the development and management of corporate partnerships and multi stakeholder engagement work to advance WWFโs conservation mission, maximize revenue, and increase awareness of WWF among the US public. Supports the implementation of transformational business practice engagements and coordinates the development of research, materials, projects, consultants and communications that support WWFโs goals with the private sector.
Salary: The expected compensation range for this position is $43,900 to $54,900
Responsibilities
Key Competencies
Required Skills and Experience
Performs administrative functions for VP and Plastic and Material Science Team (up to 30% of time), including external meeting coordination with private sector partners, and internal meeting coordination with Plastic and Material Science team re: project and program management.Performs various project and relationship management activities, including direct coordination and engagement with WWF partners and the development of materials related to the retention of existing and prospective partners (i.e., activity summaries, grant award memos).Supports the development of materials, analyses, reports, presentations, etc. on WWF research, projects, and private sector engagements. Responsible for working with the broader team as they acquire and gather data relevant to specific conservation projects from conservation peers, governmental agencies, and universities.Assists external communications activities and projects, including project management support of major activations, as well as the development of materials like presentations and slide decks, talking points, blog posts, digital content, and social media copy.Occasionally performs administrative functions for the Plastic and Material Science team, including the planning for internal events and stakeholder meeting events hosted by the team.Attends calls and meetings with WWF staff, stakeholders and corporate partners, compiling notes as necessary, summarizing key points and action items in collaboration with Supervisor.Under guidance from Supervisor, tracks and monitors basic financial information and metrics for existing corporate partnerships, compiling and providing reports to PSE team members.Performs other duties as assigned.Qualifications
A bachelorโs degree or equivalent with two years' of demonstrated and progressively responsible experience in administrative or coordinator positions is required.One or two years' experience in accounting management or, development in marketing-related field preferred.Demonstrated experience of leadership, initiative, and work accountability.Ability to contribute to larger goals and projects and working on a fast-paced dynamic team.Demonstrated desire to learn; an analytical mind and attention to detail are a plus.Experience developing new ideas and approaches to reach goals.Ability to find creative solutions to problems or roadblocks.Must have excellent organizational skills and the ability to follow through on long-term projects.Excellent communication skills including written and verbal; proofreading/editing capabilities is required.Ability to manage time and prioritize tasks and responsibilities under tight deadlines.Must have the ability to work independently.Experience with corporate supply chain sustainability and corporate sustainability more broadly are a plus.Must have advance knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook); experience with database management is a plus.Committed to building and strengthening a culture of inclusion within and across teams.Identifies and aligns with WWFโs core values: COURAGE โ We demonstrate courage through our actions, we work for change where itโs needed, and we inspire people and institutions to tackle the greatest threats to nature and the future of the planet, which is our home.INTEGRITY โ We live the principles we call on others to meet. We act with integrity, accountability and transparency, and we rely on facts and science to guide us and to ensure that we learn and evolve.RESPECT โ We honor the voices and knowledge of people and communities that we serve, and we work to secure their rights to a sustainable future.COLLABORATION โ We deliver impact at the scale of the challenges we face through the power of collective action and innovation.**This is a hybrid position that requires a 2-day minimum in the WWF Washington, DC HQ office.
To Apply:
Submit cover letter and resume through our Careers Page, Requisition #25032Due to the high volume of applications we are not able to respond to inquiries via phone
As an EOE/AA employer, WWF will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicantโs race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or protected Veteran status. WWF values diversity and inclusion and welcomes diverse candidates to apply.