San Francisco, CA

Program Officer, Waverley Street Foundation

The Organization – Waverley Street Foundation

About Waverley Street Foundation

Waverley Street Foundation (WSF) builds and supports solutions at the intersection of climate change and community priorities, focusing on efforts and initiatives that draw connections between urgent local and community-based issues—including housing, transportation, food security, regenerative agriculture, and more—and the health of our planet. Unlike most philanthropies, WSF will spend down its assets—approximately $3 billion— over the next 9 years, a decision that empowers it to support not only sensible and pragmatic solutions but also daring bets and breakthroughs that can alter the trajectory of the climate crisis and unlock a new and better future for humanity.

Position Overview

Waverley Street Foundation is building out its team of Program Officers to advance work that will bring the foundation’s ambitious climate goals into fruition. The Program Officers will help shape and guide the trajectory of the Foundation’s climate initiatives, specifically advancing the Foundation’s work on renewable energy and regenerative agriculture in California, Arizona, and New Mexico.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Head of US programs, the Program Officers will oversee and build significant grant portfolios and partnerships with likeminded funders and key stakeholders. The Program Officers will also work closely with other program staff to identify opportunities for collaboration that advance the foundation’s ambitious climate goals.

Qualifications

Waverley Street Foundation seeks candidates who demonstrate an unwavering passion for and commitment to advancing equitable and transformative solutions to the climate crisis and communities. They are deeply curious and have credible expertise in renewable energy and/or regenerative agriculture, with experience in California, Arizona, and/or New Mexico. Previous grantmaking experience is very highly desired.

How To Apply

The salary range for this role is $140,000 to $170,000. This is a hybrid role based in San Francisco, with an expectation of working in-office three days per week.

To learn more about the role and apply, please visit GoodCitizen’s website: https://www.goodcitizen.com/executive-search/waverley-program-officer/ 

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