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Overall Function
EDF's Office of the Chief Economist is seeking a qualified and motivated student for its Fall internship. The Economic Policy Interns will assist Economists in EDF's Office of the Chief Economist in developing and analyzing energy markets through research, data analysis, and assistance with writing internal reports.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide data analytics on a large database on residential energy use
- Provide timely in-house economic analyses
- Assist in writing reports on economic issues
- Provide analytics support for through internet and library research
Qualifications
- Excellent command of the programming language R
- Highly proficient in MS Word and Excel
- Undergraduate or graduate student with economics background (economics major or related discipline preferred)
- Interest in public policy and advocacy, particularly energy and environment
- Exceptional organizational skills--must be detail-oriented and able to multi-task
- Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment with changing needs and critical deadlines
- Excellent research skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
- Ability to work in a team setting as well as independently
This position is part-time (10-20 hours per week). The application should include a description of previous experience working in programming language R.
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Brief Description
The Principal Gifts Coordinator will report to the Director of Major Gifts in either the San Francisco or New York office. The Coordinator will be responsible for supporting three major gifts officers' efforts to cultivate, solicit, and steward a portfolio of EDF's leadership and principal donors. This position is a growth opportunity for someone interested in the Development profession.
Overall Function
The Principal Gifts Coordinator will be part of an aggressive and growing Development team. Reporting to the Director of Major Gifts based in the San Francisco office, the Coordinator will be responsible for supporting the three major gifts officers' efforts to cultivate, solicit, and steward a portfolio of EDF's leadership and principal donors. The Coordinator will be expected to employ the highest standards of a donor-centered approach to fundraising playing a key role in the solicitation and stewardship of EDF's top donors. This position is a growth opportunity for someone interested in the Development profession and offers the opportunity to work with EDF's fundraisers. EDF is committed to the success and growth of fundraising staff and provides a stellar opportunity to learn the trade from top fundraisers.
Key Responsibilities
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Work closely with the major gifts officers to engage top donors; develop deep familiarity with the portfolio and work plan to assist and learn from the gift officers.
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Compose, edit, and proofread talking points for donor meetings, briefings, proposals, stewardship reports and other communications; coordinating with the Donor Communications team, ensuring that donor documents meet the highest standards of writing and that the content reflects EDF's priorities.
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Assist in the timely and accurate preparation of donor and prospect visits.
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Produce individualized acknowledgements and other correspondence for donors, ensuring their accuracy and consistency with EDF's style and messaging.
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Analyze and develop various fundraising reports to track goals, giving and fundraising activities.
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Conduct initial research on donors and prospects and create a portfolio of information for strategy and planning process.
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Participate in donor strategy sessions.
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Respond to donor and staff inquires and other special projects, as assigned.
Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree required.
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A minimum of 3 years relevant experience preferably in a fundraising, nonprofit or academic setting.
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to compose, edit, and expertly proofread correspondence and other documents.
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Strong strategic and analytical skills and the ability to convey complex ideas in writing, with a level of clarity and sophistication expected by our highly integral donors and prospects.
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Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to maintain tact, diplomacy, and confidentiality while representing the organization and interfacing with all levels of staff at the national and affiliate offices, as well as with volunteers, donors, and outside vendors.
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High level of ability to actively listen to colleagues, gift officers and donors to deftly navigate and manage relationships.
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Demonstrated initiative and creativity; the ability to work independently as well as within a team.
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Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Internet research. Experience working with Salesforce, fundraising or relational databases strongly preferred.
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Desire to learn major gifts fundraising.
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Commitment to the mission of Environmental Defense Fund.
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Overall Function
EDF's Prospect Research team is expanding in order to support our growing Development Department. Under the supervision of the Director, Prospect Research the Prospect Research Specialist researches, analyzes, and recommends strategy for new prospects and new opportunities with existing donors and prospects, with a focus on both Foundation and Major Gift opportunities (both in the US and internationally).
The Prospect Research Specialist also partners with Major Gift Officers on strategy and helps train and mentor junior research staff.
Key Responsibilities
- Conducts reactive research and prepares briefing materials for Executive, Development & Program Staff for events and meetings, with emphasis on constituents' wealth, interests (including philanthropic interests) and relationships and analysis thereof.
- Partners with Major Gifts-focused Portfolio Managers (focusing on strategy development)
- Manages research needs surrounding Program Staff trips; including monitoring of calendars and interacting directly with Portfolio Managers to assess their needs.
- Assesses capacity, interests, philanthropy and relationships to identify and qualify new prospective donors and assesses new opportunities with existing donors, through the following avenues:
- Prospects suggested by staff and volunteers; also identifies/maps relationships of volunteers and deeply engaged donors for the purpose of identifying new prospects
- Examines results of wealth and philanthropy screenings of Membership donors to identify those with potential to make major gifts.
- Identifies potential foundation prospects from external sources including Foundation Directory Online and Chronicle of Philanthropy.
- Identifies potential major gift prospects from external sources including the Eco-Rich List, lists of top players in key industries from which significant opportunities for support have been identified, annual reports from organizations with like programmatic focus areas, etc.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required.
- At least 2 years of experience in Prospect Research, including experience with targeted Google searches, Salesforce, LexisNexis, NOZA, Foundation Directory Online, RelSci, and other common sources.
- Experience with analyzing Securities & Exchange Commission filings and other financial data a plus.
- Demonstrated ability to peruse large volumes of information, find the details relevant to fundraising, present findings and recommendations clearly, concisely and accurately a must.
- Candidate must be a self-starter, detail oriented, well-organized, and able to plan and execute projects from conception to completion.
- Ability to produce and manage multiple requests at one time is essential.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
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This position is based in New York, NY
Overall Function
Under the supervision of the Director, Prospect Research the Prospect Research Associate researches, analyzes, and recommends strategy for new prospects and for new opportunities with existing donors and prospects, with a focus on both Foundation and Major Gift opportunities (both in the US and internationally).
Key Responsibilities
- Conducts reactive research and prepares briefing materials for events and meetings, with emphasis on constituents' wealth, interests (including philanthropic interests) and relationships and analysis thereof.
- Assesses capacity, interests, philanthropy and relationships to identify and qualify new prospective donors and assesses new opportunities with existing donors, through the following avenues:
- Prospects suggested by staff and volunteers; also identifies/maps relationships of volunteers and deeply engaged donors for the purpose of identifying new prospects
- Examines results of wealth and philanthropy screenings of Membership donors to identify those with potential to make major gifts.
- Identifies potential foundation prospects from external sources including Foundation Directory Online and Chronicle of Philanthropy.
- Identifies potential major gift prospects from external sources including the Eco-Rich List, lists of top players in key industries from which significant opportunities for support have been identified, annual reports from organizations with like programmatic focus areas, etc.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required.
- 1-2 years of experience in Prospect Research, including experience with targeted Google searches, Salesforce, LexisNexis, NOZA, Foundation Directory Online, RelSci, and other common sources.
- Experience with analyzing Securities & Exchange Commission filings and other financial data a plus.
- Demonstrated ability to peruse large volumes of information, find the details relevant to fundraising, present findings and recommendations clearly, concisely and accurately a must.
- Candidate must be a self-starter, detail oriented, well-organized, and able to plan and execute projects from conception to completion.
- Ability to produce and manage multiple requests at one time is essential.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
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Position Summary:
The Director, Internal Audit, has overall responsibility for the EDF Internal Audit function. The position is responsible for ensuring Internal Audit is closely aligned with industry best practices in executing the duties across the organization programs and financial operations. Works to ensure roles, responsibilities, and results are efficiently coordinated and collectively optimizing the effectiveness of risk management, control and governance of the organization.
Responsibilities:
- Lead Internal Audit's change initiative by implementing action plans related to risk assessment and annual planning, audit execution, audit reporting, staff recruiting and development, audit technology, and Audit Committee reporting.
- Lead Internal Audit's annual risk assessment and enterprise risk assessment and planning process to develop the audit plan and ensure the plan is responsive to and aligned with the risk profile of the organization.
- Oversee the execution of individual audits defined in the audit plan ensuring the highest level of service quality and client satisfaction.
- Issue all Internal Audit reports ensuring the reports are clear, concise, identify root causes with practical solutions, and ultimately provide value to management.
- Meet regularly with the Audit Committee to report the status of Internal Audit's ongoing monitoring activities, educate/inform the committee of emerging risks and/or exposures (whether internal or external to the organization) that should be considered, and serve as a "thought leader" with respect to risk management and internal control best practices.
- Proactively inform senior management of significant risks or exposures related to internal controls, compliance, and/or governance requiring prompt attention.
- Update/develop process documentation to support management's SOX assessment and Model Audit Rule compliance;
- Lead scoping efforts for management's SOX assessment and create report on final assessment of internal controls over financial reporting for the fiscal year-end for management's review;
- Perform Internal controls assessments of new organization ventures and lead efforts to mitigate identified control deficiencies;
- Manage the process to track, follow-up, and ultimately close all open audit issues leveraging the Audit Committee, if necessary.
- Actively participate in executive management meetings and/or committees to ensure that Internal Audit is well informed of key program developments that could have an impact on audit priorities and/or plans.
- Attract, hire, and retain a team of high performing audit professionals who possess outstanding knowledge, experience, ethics, and integrity.
- Ensure that Internal Audit is performing its work in accordance with established professional standards and remain abreast of emerging trends and best practices that can be incorporated into the function.
- Oversee Internal Audit's participation in critical program and technology initiatives and projects ensuring that audit's perspective is effectively voiced and appropriate controls are designed and implemented on a proactive basis.
- Maintain audit technology platform leveraging support from the information systems group as needed.
- Coordinate the activities of external auditors including how best to leverage the work performed and results produced from Internal Audit's work.
- Serve as the key point person on all regulatory exams and other third-party audits.
Knowledge and Skills:
- Knowledge of Generally Accepted Auditing Standards
- Knowledge of Accounting and Finance Principles and Practices
- Knowledge of a variety of reporting procedures, regulations and law
- Planning and Time Management
- Effective Communication and Human Relations skills
- Critical Thinking and Analysis
- Tenacity and Ethics
- Technology Proficient (excel, word, Visio, ability to learn new software)
Experience and Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting & Finance or other closely related field.
- Certified Internal Audit (CIA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required
- 8 or more years' experience in auditing or accounting; 3 years in a Management role
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Human Resources Specialist
Overall Function
Environmental Defense Fund is seeking a full-time, highly-motivated and hands-on Human Resources Specialist who has a solid foundation in Human Resources. The position is located in EDF's New York office. The HR Specialist will provide HR support to the HRBP team and will play a key role in achieving EDF's strategic goals by promoting a high performance culture, and handling day-to-day duties within Human Resources.
Key Responsibilities include
- Provide support and expertise to the Human Resources Generalists and the Senior Human Resources Business Partner.
- Ensure that all global new hires, including temps and international hires are boarded into the Workday HRIS system
- Submit payroll forms for new hires to Payroll
- Troubleshoot issues with the iCIMS (ATS) integration and Workday with HRIS and Recruiting
- Manage the employee separation calendar
- Working with the HR Generalists and Talent Development, continue to improve the onboarding process for new hires in the first 90 days of employment
- Assist with New Hire Orientation as needed
- Assist as needed with Benefits inquiries and updates
- Work with various members of the HR team on special projects
- Provide assistance to staff regarding employee relations issues, as well as interpreting and applying company policies, procedures, practices, benefits, salary changes, etc.
- Conduct research to determine the effectiveness of HR programs and provide recommendations on policies, programs, and procedures to improve human resources operations
- Utilize HRIS and applicant tracking system (i.e., Workday and iCIMS)
- Assist with other HR-related tasks as assigned.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 2+ years experience in a human resources department
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- Positive attitude and ability to remain flexible in an evolving environment.
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral).
- Ability to take initiative, make decisions, multitask, meet deadlines and work well under pressure.
- Self-starter with high energy; ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Good judgment to manage sensitive and confidential matters.
- Knowledge of Federal, state and local laws and regulations.
- Proficiency in Workday, MS Word, Excel, and Outlook and applicant tracking systems; iCIMS a plus
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Human Resources Manager
Overall Function
Environmental Defense Fund is seeking a full-time, highly-motivated and hands-on Human Resources Manager who has a solid foundation in all functional aspects of Human Resources. The position is located in EDF's San Francisco office. The HR Generalist will provide critical HR support to the leadership team and employees throughout all EDF's offices, and will play a key role in achieving EDF's strategic goals by, promoting a high performance culture, and handling day-to-day generalist duties.
Key Responsibilities include (but not limited to):
- Conduct employee exit interviews, complete appropriate forms and provide feedback to supervisors.
- Provide assistance to staff regarding employee relations issues, as well as interpreting and applying company policies, procedures, practices, benefits, salary changes, etc.
- Conduct HR investigations; manager level and below
- Support performance review program to ensure effectiveness, compliance and equity within organization.
- Conduct research to determine the effectiveness of HR programs. Provide recommendations to policies, programs, and procedures to improve human resources operations.
- Keep abreast of current EEO guidelines, human resources legislation and regulations, as well as changes in the human resources field.
- Identify opportunities for increased effectiveness of current recruiting programs, including diversity outreach.
- Utilize HRIS and applicant tracking system (i.e., Workday and iCIMS).
- Assist with other HR-related tasks as assigned.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 4+ years' experience in a human resources generalist role
- Experienced administering human resources policies and procedures
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; PHR certification preferred.
- Positive attitude and ability to remain flexible in an evolving environment.
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral).
- Ability to take initiative, make decisions, multitask, meet deadlines and work well under pressure.
- Self-starter with high energy; ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Good judgment to manage sensitive and confidential matters.
- Knowledge of Federal, state and local laws and regulations.
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook; knowledge of HRIS and applicant tracking systems preferred (Workday and iCIMS a plus)
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2L Legal Intern, U.S. Clean Air (Summer 2019)
Environmental Defense Fund's Rocky Mountain Office seeks highly qualified and deeply motivated law students to work on projects related to climate change, air quality, and energy. Environmental Defense Fund is a national, non-profit, non-governmental advocacy organization with 1.5 million members nationwide, and offices across the country.
With world attention focused on both the environment and the economy, Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) is where policymakers and business leaders turn for win-win solutions. This leading green group, with programs from Boston to Beijing, has tripled in size over the past decade by focusing on strong science, uncommon partnerships and market-based approaches. You can be part of a vibrant workplace that welcomes diverse perspectives, talents and contributions, where innovation and a focus on results are a way of life.
EDF envisions a world in which people from all backgrounds and experiences feel connected to the environmental challenges we face and are engaged in creating durable, equitable solutions. EDF's U.S. Clean Air team is dedicated to achieving that vision in our work, helping achieve clean air for all.
Overall Function
The internships are ten weeks in duration, and thirty-five hours per week (full-time).
Previous interns have researched and written legal and policy documents for federal court litigation, administrative litigation, national and state regulatory proceedings, and various policy venues. For example, research activities have supported: U.S. Supreme Court litigation over global warming and power plant emissions; D.C. Circuit litigation over greenhouse gas regulation under the Clean Air Act, major new health-based air quality standards, and rules to reduce industrial air pollution; advocacy to reduce global warming pollution; major national and regional policy initiatives on air quality and climate change; international agreements and guidelines regarding trans-boundary pollution control programs in the U.S./Mexico border region; projects that work towards ensuring protections for low-income and vulnerable communities from air pollution; and protection of air quality and ecological systems in national parks.
The Rocky Mountain Office is located in Boulder, Colorado, nestled at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, about 25 miles northwest of Denver. Boulder, home of the University of Colorado, is renowned for its stunning scenery, lofty peaks and beautiful blue skies. It is also a haven for those who love the great outdoors, and is rich with extraordinary hiking, running, and mountain biking trails, road cycling opportunities, fly fishing lakes and streams, and premier rock climbing.
Qualifications
We seek students interested in working on cutting edge regional, national, and international climate and air quality issues. Exceptional candidates who will have completed their second year of law school will be considered.
Location
Boulder, CO
Term
2019 Summer Internship
Hours
Full-time
Compensation
This is a paid internship, either in whole or in part by EDF, with compensation competitive with leading non-governmental organizations. Students who do not receive external funding will be paid by EDF. Students who receive only partial external funding will receive supplemental funding from EDF.
Students are also encouraged to seek academic credit through their college/university and EDF will ensure that any and all paperwork needed to secure academic credit is completed.
Application
To be considered for one of the rewarding internships with the Environmental Defense Fund's US Climate legal and regulatory team, please apply by submitting your résumé, references, law school transcripts, writing sample, and a cover letter. In your letter please describe your interests in environmental law and policy work, relevant completed course work, whether or not you are able to work for class credit, and if so, how much, and note any work-study or grant money you will be able to provide. Summer stipends, competitive with other leading non-profit organizations, are available for candidates who receive no external funding or only partial external funding. Environmental Defense Fund will also give strong consideration to summer academic externships.
Applications are considered immediately and on a rolling basis.
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2L Legal Intern, U.S. Clean Air
Environmental Defense Fund's Washington Office seeks highly qualified and deeply motivated law students to work on projects related to climate change, air quality, and energy. Environmental Defense Fund is a national, non-profit, non-governmental advocacy organization with 1.5 million members nationwide, and offices across the country.
With world attention focused on both the environment and the economy, Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) is where policymakers and business leaders turn for win-win solutions. This leading green group, with programs from Boston to Beijing, has tripled in size over the past decade by focusing on strong science, uncommon partnerships and market-based approaches. You can be part of a vibrant workplace that welcomes diverse perspectives, talents and contributions, where innovation and a focus on results are a way of life.
EDF envisions a world in which people from all backgrounds and experiences feel connected to the environmental challenges we face and are engaged in creating durable, equitable solutions. EDF's U.S. Clean Air team is dedicated to achieving that vision in our work, helping achieve clean air for all.
Overall Function
The internships are ten weeks in duration, and thirty-five hours per week (full-time).
Previous interns have researched and written legal and policy documents for federal court litigation, administrative litigation, national and state regulatory proceedings, and various policy venues. For example, research activities have supported: U.S. Supreme Court litigation over global warming and power plant emissions; D.C. Circuit litigation over greenhouse gas regulation under the Clean Air Act, major new health-based air quality standards, and rules to reduce industrial air pollution; advocacy to reduce global warming pollution; major national and regional policy initiatives on air quality and climate change; international agreements and guidelines regarding trans-boundary pollution control programs in the U.S./Mexico border region; projects that work towards ensuring protections for low-income and vulnerable communities from air pollution; and protection of air quality and ecological systems in national parks.
The Washington, D.C. Office is located just north of Dupont Circle--near historic Georgetown, the vibrant U Street and Adams Morgan neighborhoods, and the White House. Summers in Washington offer the opportunity to sample the city"s dizzying array of outstanding museums, venerable monuments, diverse restaurants, theatre, music, and (often free) cultural and civic events. Also not to be missed: the Fourth of July fireworks on the National Mall; kayaking on the Potomac; Friday night jazz in the National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden; hiking in Shenandoah National Park; and Dorothy"s ruby red slippers.
Qualifications
We seek students interested in working on cutting edge regional, national, and international climate and air quality issues. Exceptional candidates who will have completed their second year of law school will be considered.
Location
Washington, DC
Term
2019 Summer Internship
Hours
Full-time
Compensation
This is a paid internship, either in whole or in part by EDF, with compensation competitive with leading non-governmental organizations. Students who do not receive external funding will be paid by EDF. Students who receive only partial external funding will receive supplemental funding from EDF.
Students are also encouraged to seek academic credit through their college/university and EDF will ensure that any and all paperwork needed to secure academic credit is completed.
Application
To be considered for one of the rewarding internships with the Environmental Defense Fund's US Climate legal and regulatory team, please apply by submitting your résumé, references, law school transcripts, writing sample, and a cover letter. In your letter please describe your interests in environmental law and policy work, relevant completed course work, whether or not you are able to work for class credit, and if so, how much, and note any work-study or grant money you will be able to provide. Summer stipends, competitive with other leading non-profit organizations, are available for candidates who receive no external funding or only partial external funding. Environmental Defense Fund will also give strong consideration to summer academic externships.
Applications are considered immediately and on a rolling basis.
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Organizational Design Manager
The organizational design (OD) manager plans, develops, implements and administers talent programs and associated HR projects to achieve strategic business goals and operational objectives.
Major Responsibilities:
Organizational Development
- Plan, design and implement organizational development policies and programs (onboarding, professional skills, management and leadership development, internal webinar initiatives, mentor programs, performance management, talent management etc).
- Facilitate the implementation of appropriate change management processes (eg stakeholder management and communication plans) associated with organizational design activities.
- Collaborates with HRBPs to align workforce strategies and recommends talent strategies to increase the readiness and capabilities of the workforce aligned with strategic objectives.
- Evaluates and assesses the organization's current competencies to ensure alignment with both current and future needs
- Internally build the brand and reputation as an outstanding organization of strong values
- Create reports and dashboards for managers and other stakeholders to aid with their talent management effectiveness
- Research, recommend and ensure that strong development programs and tools are in place to retain talented employees.
- Provide global support as needed for all Talent Development initiatives
- Coach and guide the OD Specialist to ensure continuous learning and development
Training & Development
- Research and analyze development needs and establish relationships with key partners to anticipate future needs
- Design training and development policies and programs for all employees at all levels and across different competencies
- Organizes and assists in developing learning materials, pre-work and course evaluations
- Plan and execute training, workshops and development activities with HRBPs and other key stakeholders.
- Research and recommend external training solutions to meet training needs when required
- Maintain and report on training expense/budget and conduct periodic cost and productivity analyses to ensure optimal efficiency and effectiveness
- Deliver training or facilitate some workshops as required
- Develop and monitor KPIs and ROI including assessing effectiveness of training in terms of employee performance.
Talent Management
Talent Reviews and Succession Planning:
- Design appropriate processes and tools in collaboration with Senior Director, HRBPs, HRIS to implement talent mapping and succession planning
- Partner with HRBPs to support managers and leaders with appropriate and impactful data collection and action planning activities
Performance Management Process:
- Provide input on process enhancements and partner with colleagues and stakeholders to execute on implementation
- Support the annual review process and quarterly check-ins - creating and deploying new materials and toolkits
- Support and deliver performance management training as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS
Minimum Educational Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Organizational Management, Organizational Development or related area
- 7+ years' experience preferred in human resources, learning & development, and/or organizational design
- Certification in assessment tools such as MBTI, Insights Discovery, Lumina Spark, Hogan, 360 feedback (strongly desired)
Experience and Skills:
- Experienced in organizational development, concepts and practices
- Experienced in change management
- Experienced in learning and development at all levels and across multiple competencies
- Ability to work in lean organizations and be self-sufficient
- Ability to effectively implement programs
- Attention to detail
- Strong interpersonal communication (written and verbal) skills
- Strong problem-solving and negotiation skills are required
- Strong presentation skills
- Ability to work with multiple competing deadlines
- Ability to relate to people well and handle difficult situations
- Strong understanding of human behavior, business management, operations and strategy
- Ability to be both strategic and execution focused
- Excel and PowerPoint skills: Excel inc V-lookups, Pivot Tables, Formulas, etc. PowerPoint: ability to create professional and engaging presentations inc use of infographics, animations and transitions (strongly desired)
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Brief Department Overview
EDF's Climate Program works to help stabilize the Earth's climate by reducing emissions of greenhouse gases through the promotion of innovative market-based mechanisms around the world. Our unique economic expertise and long-standing global engagement on climate policy informs our work to partner with governments, civil society, and the private sector to design robust, environmentally sound, market-based policies to achieve greenhouse gas reduction commitments and increase global ambition. Our Program works both in the US and internationally. EDF's Climate Program seeks to achieve excellence in financial oversight and controls by providing accurate and timely financial information to EDF's finance department and management by adhering to established financial practices and accounting principles.
Overall Function
As a key member of the Climate Program, the Financial Analyst will help develop, track and analyze Program budgets and fund-raising proposals, will organize and present complex financial data for reporting and decision-making, and will oversee all financial processes for the program. This requires organizing the data, build spreadsheets and financial reports, review contracts and grants, perform financial analysis and projections, reconcile variances, and resolve any issues. S/he will also take the lead on the Program?s annual budget submission. S/he will pursue continuous improvement in reporting and processes used to monitor budgets, and present complex financial data for decision-making to both financial and non-financial audiences.
This position reports to the Climate Program's Associate Vice President, and will work very closely with EDF's Finance Department.
Key Responsibilities
- Work with the Climate Program to produce timely month-end reports of actual vs. budget results, ensuring accuracy and completeness; investigate, analyze and explain variances from budget for income and expense line items, and advise managers and finance staff on trends, opportunities for improvement, and issues of concern.
- Organize data and create clear and accurate presentations, including spreadsheets, graphics, and insightful summary material.
- Assist in the preparation of grant proposals and financial reports for funders;
- Assist in the preparation of grant financial reports for funders; identify variances and issues in grant-level budget management, and advise program managers and project staff on solutions.
- Work with program management, program staff, finance staff and development staff to assist in the development of the Program's annual budget submissions.
- Serve as the Climate Program's primary financial contact within the organization to insure coordination of financial management efforts and timely resolution of issues.
- Approve Climate Program invoices, ensure the proper coding of expense items, and review other organizational and Program-specific financial and operational processes.
- Assist in educating staff on budgetary, operational, and financial policies and processes. Participate both in program meetings and finance departmental meetings and trainings.
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Perform ad-hoc financial analytics that will provide decision-making support on strategic initiatives.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or Accounting
- Minimum 4-7 years of progressive experience in a Finance and Accounting department within a non-profit organization with a B.A., or advanced degree with at least 2 years experience. International non-profit experience is a plus.
- Demonstrated familiarity of GAAP; thorough understanding of non-profit accounting principles and grants management. Government grant reporting is a must.
- Proven knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and reporting: the ability to perform complex financial analysis and to create insight from a large-scale general ledger.
- Detail-oriented: the ability to spot trends and ensure accuracy.
- Experienced in MS Office Suite, with excellent Excel skills: the ability to develop formulas, charts and spreadsheets that clearly present data to facilitate decision-making by management.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and diplomatic skills: the ability to effectively liaise with colleagues in a diverse environment.
- Solid organizational and problem-solving skills: the ability to be flexible under pressure with changing priorities, and perform well in a fast-paced team environment.
- Self-motivated: the ability to work productively and independently.
- Experience with forecasting, budgeting and reporting software packages a must.
Location
This position will be located in the New York City office.
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OVERALL FUNCTION
Reporting to the Chief Development Officer (CDO) and working closely with the President and his staff, the Director of Trustee and Board Relations is responsible for the successful and effective functioning of the Environmental Defense Fund's (EDF) c3 and c4 governing boards (EDF Board of Trustees, Environmental Defense Action Fund (EDAF/c4) Board of Directors) and their attendant committees. The Director will also provide guidance and oversight for advisory boards, including but not limited to the the EDF Europe Board, and the EDF China Advisory Board.
Success in the role means ensuring a first-in-class board experience, that appropriate organizational governance standards are met, that the engagement of trustees and advisors in the work of EDF is rich and deep, and that their relevant experience and networks are well leveraged. This position has the support of EDF's legal, finance, events, development and program staff, and manages a Board Relations Coordinator. Meeting locations and logistics are handled by the development department's events team.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead the development and execution of three annual meetings for the c3 and c4 boards, including agenda setting for full meetings and attendant committee meetings, identification and recruitment of board dinner speakers, establishment of locations and other logistics, and potentially determine field trip locations.
- Provide support to the Board Chair and president in all aspects of their board management; work closely with the CDO to support the Board Chair and President on nominations and governance. Prep Board Chair and President for meetings.
- With President and Board Chair, develop overarching strategies for c3 and c4 boards; advise on strategy for EDF Europe, CAB and other advisory boards.
- Provide guidance and direction to program and finance staff on the management of their committees. Includes scheduling and overseeing presentation rehearsals, vetting of updates and other materials.
- Oversee organization-wide standards, processes and guidelines for all volunteer board identification, recruitment, orientation and management. Work closely with Development Officers to coordinate engagement of key trustee donors. Ensure all committees are fully populated and trustees have appropriate committee assignments.
- Stays up to date on board management best practices and appropriately integrates them into operations.
- Ensures records, lists, and websites are kept up to date and works with the legal department on maintenance of compliance records.
- Vet and finalize all communications to trustees and board committee members. Ensure at least monthly communications from program committees to their members, and that trustees regularly receive relevant internal information. Oversee preparation of board book, provide editorial review.
- Collaborate with executive leadership to determine appropriate governing and advisory entities for work outside the U.S.
- Orient and on-board new administrative staff in regards to their role in board relations and operations.
QUALIFICATIONS
- BA degree required and at least 7 years of professional level experience in board management or development.
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The Director of Trustee and Board Relations has access to all Board and Development Department files and records. Tact, discretion, judgment and the ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality are required.
- Demonstrated experience with and ability to interact diplomatically with key constituents, such as high net-worth individuals, board members, media or other external contacts.
- Strong project management skills.
- Self-motivated, extremely well-organized, collegial, capable of functioning with grace under pressure.
- Lead through influence, establish deadlines and hold others accountable to them.
- Willing to take initiative, establish clear priorities, and work independently as well as function as a member of a team
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong database knowledge (Salesforce ideal), and high degree of facility with common programs and apps.
- Strong strategic and analytical skills and the ability to convey complex ideas in writing, with a level of clarity and sophistication expected by EDF leadership, donors and prospects.
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Overall Function
The Executive Coordinator, Executive Office - Programs will be a vital member of the Executive Office - Programs team, providing critical administrative and logistical support. This position is an opportunity to contribute to the achievement of EDF's mission while acting as an ambassador of C-level executives with all levels of staff and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate will bring a proactive, creative and thoughtful approach to making logistics run smoothly, handle communications in a timely way and with a deft touch, and have a proven ability to manage confidential information.
The Executive Coordinator, Executive Office - Programs reports to the Senior Director, Executive Office Strategic Initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
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Coordinate executive communications, including reading, researching, and routing correspondence and making follow-up phone calls as needed.
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Manage calendars, negotiating and managing the needs of individuals or groups requesting time with, or information from, the executives; commit their time based on an in-depth understanding of priorities.
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Assist the executives in preparing for meetings and appointments with donors, Board Members, staff and external constituents, securing information and supporting materials from others. Ensure there are clear agendas and defined purposes to meetings, set up meeting rooms, conference calls and video conferences.
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Sustain a high-level of professionalism in interactions with all levels of staff and external stakeholders on the phone, via email and in person.
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Manage travel itineraries to ensure that time outside of the office is optimally spent toward achieving the priorities of the executives. Secure briefing materials and provide detailed logistics to ensure executives are prepared for their meetings on the road.
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Draft written products and respond to information requests.
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Complete and process expense reports and submit invoices, and follow through with internal and external stakeholders to ensure payments are received and made.
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Create and maintain administrative, file and tickler systems.
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Assist with research related to key goals of the Executive Office - Programs team, which may include attending meetings and documenting and tracking key takeaways, next steps, and resource needs.
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Schedule regular meetings with direct reports and other key EDF staff members.
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All other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree is required.
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At least 4 years of work experience in fast-paced, detail-oriented environment.
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Meticulous attention to detail and organizational abilities.
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Excellent oral and written communications ability.
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Ability to work independently, and successfully handle and prioritize diverse, simultaneous tasks.
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Experience handling sensitive and confidential information.
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Proficiency in the use of PCs and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.).
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Strong research skills.
For further consideration, please provide a cover letter.
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About EDF+Business: we are a cross-cutting program within EDF that engages the business community on driving large-scale environmental change. We believe companies, communities and the environment can thrive in unison - and we're making it happen by leveraging the power of the marketplace. For 25 years, we've combined cutting-edge science, economic expertise and unexpected partnerships to help high-impact companies - including Walmart, KKR and FedEx - transform business as usual in their products, operations, supply chains and advocacy.
Our world needs healthy environments and healthy businesses to truly thrive - EDF+Business is forging solutions that benefit both. For more information on our work, visit www.business.edf.org.
Overall Function
We are looking for our next superstar Senior Program Assistant to provide top-notch administrative support to the VP of EDF+Business, Senior Director of EDF+Business, as well as lighter touch support for our EDF+Business team members based in our D.C. office, approximately 10 staff members. The ideal candidate will have a passion for creating and maintaining an orderly, thriving workplace. Will be detail-oriented, a fast-learner who is thorough in her/his approach and willing to go the extra mile to complete tasks. A team player who can work independently, anticipate issues before they arise, and exudes integrity and trustworthiness so s/he can become a trusted partner to our most senior leadership.
We're looking for an individual with a proven track-record of providing high quality administrative support and who wants to grow their career on an administrative track. An individual who is resourceful, solutions-oriented, and flexible enough to adapt to an ever-evolving work environment.
Key Responsibilities
The Senior Program Assistant will:
- Provide high level administrative support to the VP of EDF+Business, Senior Director of EDF+Business, and lighter touch support for EDF+Business D.C. based staff, approximately 10 people.
- Heavy calendar support including scheduling meetings, appointments, conference calls and video conferences for both internal staff meetings and high-profile external stakeholder meetings.
- Act as EDF+Business point person for meetings, activities and events happening in the D.C. office.
- Process monthly expense reports and AmEx statements for multiple staff.
- Plan complex domestic and international travel arrangements and prepare detailed itineraries as requested.
- Track monthly expenses for designated projects within EDF+Business and assist with monthly forecasting of future expenses.
- Coordinate planning and logistics for large scale meetings, conferences or events, and follow through on execution of a successful events.
- Maintain files, update contact information in online databases, including Salesforce.com.
- Assist with special projects and requests, this could include researching industry trends and leaders, monitoring news media for topics of interest, promoting our program work internally through team announcements, monthly meetings or insider stories (EDF's intranet), or tracking our board and donor communications.
- Backup other EDF+Business program assistants as needed.
Qualifications
The Senior Program Assistant should have a proven track record of being highly organized, responsible and results-focused. S/he should be a detail-oriented self-starter who is a strong team player and can also work well with limited supervision. The qualifications for this position include but are not limited to:
- 4+ years of relevant administrative office experience in a business or non-profit setting.
- Excellent communication skills including the ability to communicate obstacles, challenges and ask clarifying questions; strong writing, proofreading and clerical skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and activities from several professionals often in a high-pressure environment.
- Ability to exercise discretion and good judgement as some tasks may involve confidential information.
- Ability to support a team of people who regularly travel and are often out of the office.
- Ability to oversee details of complex projects with a high level of accuracy and extreme attention to detail.
- Ability to anticipate challenges before they arise and proactively address issues so situations do not escalate.
- Ability to juggle multiple tasks in a high-pressure environment, and organize information in a thoughtful manner.
- Proficiency in Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel.
- Experience using Concur, Salesforce.com and Adobe a plus.
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OVERALL FUNCTION
Cultivates, solicits, and stewards a portfolio of current and prospective legacy donors in California. Close bequests, charitable gift annuities, other planned gifts and outright gifts through personalized correspondence, telephone calls and face to face visits. Participate in marketing legacy gifts to donors and prospects. The Planned Giving Officer will be an experienced development professional with the skills and drive to implement all aspects of a comprehensive Planned Giving program. This position reports to the Director of Planned Giving and will be based in San Francisco.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage a portfolio of donors in all phases of development including cultivation, solicitation and stewardship. Secure, plan, and engage in face to face visits.
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with EDF donors at all giving levels.
- Create compelling, well written request letters, donor proposals, and other correspondence.
- Develop and maintain strong collaborative working relationships within the Development department and with all levels of EDF staff.
- Level of Independence and Decision-making:
- Independently respond to donor inquiries with appropriate information on bequests, life income gifts and other gift planning vehicles and produce associated contracts. Considerable judgment and initiative are often exercised in dealing with donors and interpreting policy and procedures.
- Analysis and problem-solving:
- Develop and implement creative and effective solicitation, cultivation and stewardship strategies. Able to utilize software and systems to track key metrics, prioritize activities and analyze portfolio status.
- Impact:
- Key contributor of Planned Giving team and responsible for achieving assigned financial, cultivation and stewardship goals. Assist in developing and executing national multi-channel marketing programs including print and online newsletter articles, advertisements, solicitations, presentations and brochures.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 5 years work experience in Planned Giving or similar experience working directly with clients in financial services or estate planning.
- Experience working in a non-profit institution of comparable complexity and scale is preferred.
- Demonstrated knowledge of planned giving vehicles and basic estate and financial planning, including the tax implications of charitable giving. Ability to apply this knowledge to address individual donor needs and goals. Keep abreast of changes and emerging issues in Planned Giving.
- Exceptional planning, organization, time management, analytical, and multi-tasking skills.
- Excellent writing, communication, and presentation skills.
- Capacity to work easily and effectively with a wide range of people; adept at building relationships.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, flexible, collegial, goal-oriented and entrepreneurial environment.
- The highest level of personal and professional integrity and quality standards.
- Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Planned Giving Manager and donor tracking software (preferably Sales Force).
- Commitment to the mission of Environmental Defense Fund.
- Ability to travel as needed.
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This position can be based in Austin, TX, Boulder, CO or Chicago, IL
OVERALL FUNCTION
Cultivates, solicits, and stewards a portfolio of current and prospective legacy donors located throughout a territory covering most western states to Midwest (excluding CA). Close bequests, charitable gift annuities, other planned gifts and outright gifts through personalized correspondence, telephone calls and face to face visits. Participate in marketing legacy gifts to donors and prospects. The Planned Giving Officer will be an experienced development professional with the skills and drive to implement all aspects of a comprehensive Planned Giving program. This position reports to the Director of Planned Giving.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage a portfolio of donors in all phases of development including cultivation, solicitation and stewardship. Secure, plan, and engage in face to face visits.
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with EDF donors at all giving levels.
- Create compelling, well written request letters, donor proposals, and other correspondence.
- Develop and maintain strong collaborative working relationships within the Development department and with all levels of EDF staff.
- Level of Independence and Decision-making:
- Independently respond to donor inquiries with appropriate information on bequests, life income gifts and other gift planning vehicles and produce associated contracts. Considerable judgment and initiative are often exercised in dealing with donors and interpreting policy and procedures.
- Analysis and problem-solving:
- Develop and implement creative and effective solicitation, cultivation and stewardship strategies. Able to utilize software and systems to track key metrics, prioritize activities and analyze portfolio status.
- Impact:
- Key contributor of Planned Giving team and responsible for achieving assigned financial, cultivation and stewardship goals. Assist in developing and executing national multi-channel marketing programs including print and online newsletter articles, advertisements, solicitations, presentations and brochures.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 5 years work experience in Planned Giving or similar experience working directly with clients in financial services or estate planning.
- Experience working in a non-profit institution of comparable complexity and scale is preferred.
- Demonstrated knowledge of planned giving vehicles and basic estate and financial planning, including the tax implications of charitable giving. Ability to apply this knowledge to address individual donor needs and goals. Keep abreast of changes and emerging issues in Planned Giving.
- Exceptional planning, organization, time management, analytical, and multi-tasking skills.
- Excellent writing, communication, and presentation skills.
- Capacity to work easily and effectively with a wide range of people; adept at building relationships.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, flexible, collegial, goal-oriented and entrepreneurial environment.
- The highest level of personal and professional integrity and quality standards.
- Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Planned Giving Manager and donor tracking software (preferably Sales Force).
- Commitment to the mission of Environmental Defense Fund.
- Ability to travel as needed
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Overall Function
This is a unique opportunity for a development professional with success in individual major gifts fundraising to become part of the development team at one of the nation's premier environmental organizations.
The Principal Gifts Officer will be part of a national development team responsible for generating over $90 million in annual major gifts, with plans to double that amount in the coming years. S/he will be responsible for managing a portfolio of around 25 donors and prospects nationally. Working closely with Senior Development professionals, Research, Events, Communications, Stewardship and Program staff, the Principal Gifts Officer is expected to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward individuals in support of Environmental Defense Fund's national and international agenda.
The Principal Gifts Officer will report to the Senior Vice President of Development.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute a strategic plan for increasing the revenue generated from donors in a portfolio with a concentration on seven and eight figure gifts.
- Design and implement overall engagement and fundraising strategies as part of the national development team, in order to continue the exponential growth of revenue coming from individual gifts.
- Generate approximately $10M per year in sustainable annual revenue, with appropriate increases in each subsequent year.
- Identify, cultivate and steward major gifts prospects with an identified gift level of $1,000,000 and up.
- Meet one-on-one with prospects/donors and coordinate program staff and volunteers in the cultivation and solicitation of major gifts prospects. Staff meetings and appropriately brief program staff for meetings.
- Effectively represent and articulate the work of EDF, presenting a compelling case for support of the organization.
- Stay abreast of changes and innovations in federal and state tax laws that may be relevant to major gifts prospects.
- Oversee the drafting and editing of proposals and reports for potential donors, working closely with the donor communications department to ensure they are compelling, visionary program ideas to present to donors and prospects.
- Assist in setting and meeting annual income goals for major gifts prospects and donors in portfolio.
- Assist other development officers on special projects or efforts that contribute to the organization's larger regional and national development goals.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess the following:
- Demonstrated success as a front-line fundraiser.
- Well-honed skills in developing donor cultivation and solicitation strategies.
- A commitment to Environmental Defense Fund's mission and values.
- Outstanding interpersonal skills; a high level of comfort with direct donor interaction, including discussions of personal and family finances.
- Well-developed communication skills, including excellent writing ability and public speaking skills.
- Knowledge of, and ability to use, fundraising databases.
- Creativity, energy, confidence, and integrity. High level of discretion and respect for donor privacy.
- Initiative and independence combined with the ability to work well as part of team.
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
- A valid driver's license and ability to drive.
- Willingness to travel out of state.
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This position can be based in either Washington D.C. or New York, N.Y.
OVERALL FUNCTION
The Strategic Relationship Management Data Associate is responsible for processing and maintaining information to support Environmental Defense Fund's relationship management efforts. S/he will perform day-to-day maintenance of constituent records to assure data integrity, ensuring that data is accurately recorded and readily retrievable.
Reporting to the Manager, Strategic Relationship Management, the Strategic Relationship Management Data Associate will lead all database management projects. S/he will work with staff across all of EDF's program areas to ensure quick and accurate data entry. We are seeking an individual who is curious, conscientious, has strong attention to detail, and is a team player. The successful candidate should have database systems management experience and comfort working with highly sensitive information. This is a newly created position that may evolve over time based on the team's needs and candidate's interests and abilities.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
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Create and maintain accurate and up-to-date constituent records in Salesforce.
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Responsible for creating and populating entries for all meetings with external contacts.
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Pull lists and generate reports, as needed.
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Identify and escalate trends occurring across multiple individuals or departments.
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Develop custom dashboards and reports for program staff across EDF.
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Run reports for user compliance and work with staff to address data integrity issues.
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Serves as a contact for database-related inquiries.
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Coordinate data input projects.
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Work with the Manager of Strategic Relationship Management to resolve data issues with other departments.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Detail-oriented: the ability to explain and discuss nuances, understand categories and terms at a granular level, and willingness to ask questions.
- Big picture thinker: ability to spot trends across departments and comprehend how individual data rolls up to achieve key program goals and milestones.
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
- A minimum of two years of relevant professional experience.
- Excellent written communication skills.
- Experience using CRM database(s) such as Salesforce and email software such as Outlook.
- Professional maturity and comfort working with confidential information.
- Commitment to the mission of Environmental Defense Fund.
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Overall Function
The intern will join EDF Global Strategy team in New York and assist managers and other EDF staff that are involved in EDF China's operation and projects. The intern's primary responsibilities include - creating periodic news updates related to specific projects, translating documents and news articles from English to Chinese (or vice versa), executing ad-hoc projects as assigned by the team members. The intern will learn about EDF's international operation and projects in China and develop practical skills to work in a bilingual and cross timezone environment.
Key Responsibilities
Tasks will include but are not limited to:
- Translate contents from English to Chinese (or vice versa) for different projects, including but not limited to subjects related to Emissions Trading Systems (ETSs), green supply chain, energy policies, and Chinese environmental and economic policies and initiatives.
- Create periodic news update on China's national carbon market policies as well as other energy and environment-related development.
- Help execute ad-hoc research projects related to China's environmental development and international climate policies.
- Help gather data and information from both English and Chinese publications as required.
- Provide administrative support to team members as required such as note-taking, event preparation, etc.
Qualifications
- Proficient in English and Mandarin Chinese (Simplified Characters prefered);
- Well organized, motivated, and detail-oriented;
- Ability to translate academic contents between English and Chinese;
- Completed coursework in environmental studies, economics, social sciences, or international policies preferred;
- Strong interest in learning about US-China environmental development;
- General knowledge about China's environmental issues, climate change policies, and proposed instruments for environmental management (e.g. ETS, green supply chain, etc.);
- Strong work ethics and willingness to learn by doing;
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Overall Function
The Project Manager, US Oceans will work with the Director, Oceans Program Operations and project team to establish and implement appropriate planning, accountability and adaptive management systems, maintain effectiveness, and ensure program focus. While directly contributing to the overall goals and products of the team, the project manager also strengthens the team synergies by developing improved systems, fostering communications, and planning strategic meeting events. The project manager will also interface with other EDF teams including Finance, IT and Development to ensure collaboration and smooth functioning across our units.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure that the team's various program goals and milestones are achieved by:
- Working with the team to develop necessary tracking tools and documents for individual and group projects and fostering project flow and efficiency
- Monitoring progress of projects to ensure grant milestones are met
- Participating in strategic planning of team objectives and ensuing projects
- Budget management including but not limited to:
- Working with team leadership to prepare annual team budgets
- Analyzing budgets frequently, tracking expenses against budgets, and forecasting
- Identifying and communicating important budget issues and proposing solutions
- Manage the development of grant reports and proposals including communicating with EDF staff in other departments. May include interviews with team leadership, drafting language and budgets, document management and proof reading
- Provide direct supervision of one or more Program Assistants whose work includes management of sub-budgets, efficient and accurate processing of expense reports, AMEX reimbursements and invoices, setting up new vendors, executing contracts for consultants and providing scheduling, meeting and other general project support
- Work with staff to develop consultant contract deliverables, recruit consultants and track progress toward meeting those deliverables
- Identify potential issues, communicate with Directors to propose solutions
- Act as a liaison within the team and with consultants to ensure consistent, high-quality service
- As needed organize special team events and meetings to ensure they effectively meet their desired objectives e.g. agenda, site research & selection, contract negotiation, travel arrangements, attendee needs, catering & activity coordination, post meeting review, productivity assessment, and participant communications
- Prepare reports for senior EDF Oceans staff including operational reviews and other team summaries
- As needed, develop standard operating procedures for team members and train them in their application
- Assist with on-boarding for new team members. Serve as a liaison with other departments such as HR and IT
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required with at least 4 years of relevant experience or an advanced degree with 2 or more years of experience
- Experience with budgeting, accounting and/or bookkeeping
- Previous experience managing or supervising staff
- Research, analytical, and writing skills required in order to gather and summarize data for reports, find solutions to various problems, and prioritize work
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interface well with all programs/departments in the organization and to represent the team in a highly professional manner
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Must be well organized, motivated, and detail-oriented
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Ability to work in a team setting and also to work independently with minimal supervision
- Position requires demonstrated poise, tact, and diplomacy. Must be comfortable handling confidential and sensitive information.
- Demonstrated initiative and problem solving skills
- Highly proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other software applications
- Strong interest in planning, logistics and administrative tasks
- Demonstrated ability to manage upward
- Interest in and commitment to the mission of EDF and its Oceans Program
- Event planning experience a plus
About The Oceans Program
We work to find constructive solutions to the most critical problems threatening the world's marine environments. At the national, regional, and international levels, our team of scientists, attorneys and economists are working with fishermen to establish fair and sensible limits on their catch that will allow fisheries to recover. We also work to improve the health of the oceans via innovative and durable solutions to today's toughest fishery management challenges. We focus on fisheries in the waters of the United States, Mexico and the Caribbean and Europe and are beginning to implement a strategy to influence fisheries reform globally to ensure more fish in the water, more food on the plate, and more prosperous communities.