Program Manager, United States

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Program Manager, United States

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About Sequoia Climate Foundation 

Sequoia Climate Foundation is a new philanthropy that seeks to decarbonize the world economy at a speed and scale equal to the challenge.

We support bold strategies and efforts that will have both a near-term impact and the greatest probability of long-term success.

We believe that solving climate change requires the adoption of ambitious, evidence-based policy solutions that transform markets, advance clean technology, and lead to large-scale change.

Our focus areas include power, transportation, buildings, industry, land use, agriculture and forestry, finance, communications, movement building, and public engagement.

Sequoia Climate Foundation is active in major emitting geographies, including China, the United States, India, and the European Union, among others.

We are dedicated to building the political will and powerful coalitions needed to achieve these bold policy solutions.

This role can be based out of Irvine, CA or Washington, DC, and is a hybrid organization.

For more information on Sequoia Climate Foundation, please visit the website .

The Opportunity

The Program Manager will report to and work closely with the US Program Director to develop and execute high-impact strategies and initiatives to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from key sectors of the U.S. economy.

They will work with peer networks, government officials, thought leaders, and key stakeholders to assess emerging needs, gaps, and opportunities in the field.

They will also conduct data-driven research and analysis necessary to evaluate potential opportunities based on speed, scale, probability of success, and cost.

The Program Manager will leverage their networks and knowledge of the field to identify those organizations best positioned to lead and execute those strategies and initiatives.

They will also work closely with prospective and existing grantees, overseeing the grantmaking process from application to award, and building strong trust-based relationships with grantees to enable thoughtful and learning-oriented management of their portfolio.

Candidate Profile

The Program Manager will be responsible for the following:

Competencies: 

In addition, strong candidates will offer:

Compensation & BenefitsFor positions filled in the United States, the typical salary range for this role is $149,000 - $186,000.

Ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, job level, internal equity and budget.

Exact salary offers will be determined by factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, experience and geographic location.

You will be a part of an organization that promotes positive change in the world to minimize the impacts of climate change.

We provide competitive wages, health, and wellness benefits, paid vacation, holidays, and other perks to promote work/life harmony.

We operate in a hybrid model, which means both workdays from home and in the office located in Irvine, California.

Please note, at this time, our preference is that applicants have the authorization to work in the United States.

Covid-19 Vaccination

Sequoia Climate Foundation encourages its employees to be fully vaccinated and up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines.

Contact

Koya Partners l Diversified Search Group has been exclusively retained for this engagement, which is being led by Alicia Salerno.

Submit a compelling cover letter and resume .

All inquiries are strictly confidential.

Koya Partners l Diversified Search Group is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals living with disabilities.

If you are a qualified individual living with a disability and need assistance expressing interest online, please email .

If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process.

We believe in cultivating teams with diverse backgrounds and offering equal opportunities to all.

We strive to create a welcoming, inclusive environment where every team member feels valued, and diversity is celebrated.

Sequoia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or another legally protected status.

About Koya Partners l Diversified Search Group

Koya Partners, a Diversified Search Group company, is the nation’s premier search firm dedicated to mission-driven leadership.

Since its founding in 2004, Koya has had an exclusive focus on mission-driven clients and was founded on the belief that the right leader can transform an organization and have a deep and measurable impact on our world.

Koya works with nonprofits & NGOs, responsible businesses, and social enterprises in local communities and around the world.

Diversified Search Group is consistently recognized by Forbes on its top 10 list of “America’s Best Executive Recruiting Firms” and is an industry leader in recruiting transformational leaders for a changing world.

The firm is deliberately different in its approach, with best-in-class teams who have decades of experience in cultivating inclusive leaders, understanding the dimensions of diversity, and building equitable teams.

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