[Hiring] Coalition Secretariat and Engagement Associate @Friends of the Earth

Role Description

The Global Coalition Coordinator coordinates the operational functions of the global Stop Financing Factory Farming (S3F) Campaign, supporting Friends of the Earth's role as coalition secretariat. This position is responsible for coalition operations, budget and grant administration, vendor and contract coordination, governance support, and network engagement that enable effective implementation of international advocacy initiatives.

• Manage complex projects and operational priorities across a diverse international coalition.
• Ensure work is well coordinated, delivered on schedule, and aligned with campaign objectives.
• Exercise independent judgment in managing day-to-day operations and partner relationships.
• Recognize when strategic, financial, or organizational issues require leadership input.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in political science, International Affairs, Public Policy, Environmental Studies, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in coalition coordination, campaigning, grassroots organizing, project management, or a related field.
• Experience managing budgets, financial tracking, grant administration, contracts, or vendor relationships.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating projects involving multiple partners while balancing competing priorities and deadlines.
• Strong project management, organizational, and administrative skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills with the ability to build collaborative relationships across diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated judgment, initiative, and ability to work independently while adapting to evolving priorities and recognizing when issues require escalation.
• Proficiency in managing multiple priorities, deadlines, and complex administrative processes.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Requirements

• Coordinate the operational infrastructure supporting the Stop Financing Factory Farming coalition, including financial administration, grant management, governance processes, and coalition operations.
• Administer coalition budgets, subgrants, vendor contracts, consultant agreements, financial tracking, and reporting in partnership with internal finance staff.
• Coordinate grant administration by tracking deliverables, supporting reporting requirements, monitoring funding timelines, and assisting with coalition fundraising activities.
• Support coalition governance processes, operational systems, and Steering Committee coordination.
• Develop and implement strategies to strengthen coalition participation and expand engagement across the global S3F network.
• Build and maintain relationships with coalition members, prospective partners, and allied organizations to support campaign priorities and movement growth.
• Coordinate coalition communications, outreach initiatives, and partner engagement activities that foster collaboration and shared ownership across the coalition.
• Partner with regional coordinators to align outreach efforts and strengthen coordination across the global network.
• Coordinate cross-functional projects supporting coalition advocacy initiatives, ensuring activities remain aligned with campaign priorities and timelines.
• Coordinate logistics and partner engagement for major advocacy initiatives, coalition events, and rapid response activities.
• Monitor project milestones and proactively identify risks, opportunities, and solutions to support successful implementation.

Benefits

• 37.5-hour workweek to support work-life balance.
• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage (80% for eligible dependents).
• Disability and life insurance for added security.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Generous paid time off, including:
• 25 vacation days in the first year.
• 15 paid holidays.
• 20 sick days.
• 3 floating holidays.
• Summer Fridays (the last two Fridays in July and all Fridays in August).
• Winter break (office closed between Christmas and New Year's).
• Parental leave, sabbatical options, and more.
• Professional development and IT stipend.
• Education reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).