[Hiring] Program Manager, Cement & Building Materials @ClimateWorks Foundation

Role Description

The global cement sector is responsible for around 8% of global CO2 emissions, and our team is dedicated to decarbonizing this sector. The Program Manager will play a crucial role in driving the Cement & Building Materials team’s strategic priorities and grantmaking portfolio. This position reports to the Director of Cement and Building Materials. In addition to providing grants to a wide range of organizations, our team plays a convening and connecting role between our global partners, where the Program Manager will engage with some of the leading organizations working on cement and industrial decarbonization worldwide.

The position will require a well-organized, detail-oriented, analytically minded self-starter with strong writing, communication, research, and project management skills. Equally importantly, we are looking for someone who is highly passionate about decarbonizing the cement and building materials sectors and is prepared to wear many hats to support the mission of our team. You will join a fun, tight-knit, and collaborative team who are very passionate about solving the climate crisis.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in program management, grantmaking, or partnership development in climate, industry, or related fields.
• Strong understanding of industrial decarbonization, particularly in cement & building materials, along with knowledge of the cement, concrete, and building industry more generally.
• While based in a European time zone, this person will need to work across global time zones, including frequent calls with the core team in California, and regular calls with India, Africa, and Asia.
• Availability for international travel: ~three to four trips per year.
• Experience managing grants or working with non-profits, foundations, or multilateral initiatives.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including writing for general audiences.
• Resourcefulness, good judgment, and a commitment to excellence, integrity, and continuous learning.
• Ability to initiate and manage projects, and to work effectively and efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Research and analytical skills to identify and evaluate solutions and innovative ideas.
• Commitment to the mission and values of the Global Industry Hub, including a passion for solving climate change.
• Caring and generous attitude toward colleagues, grantees, and partners, and a commitment to supporting people to build careers and institutions.
• Commitment to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable work environment.

Requirements

• Master's degree in engineering, policy, or another relevant field is preferred.
• Experience working in India, Africa, Southeast Asia, and/or other emerging markets.

Benefits

• 100% healthcare coverage plans (medical, dental, and vision).
• 20 days of paid time off for first-year employees, with incremental paid time off in subsequent years; 14 paid holidays annually; and paid sabbatical leave for qualifying employees.
• 401(k) plan with contributions from ClimateWorks and matching employee contributions.
• Life insurance and disability (short-term and long-term) coverage.
• Support for families, including fertility, child, elder, and pet care.
• Access to physical wellness benefits (e.g., gym memberships, fitness equipment), financial wellness (e.g., financial planning services), and mental wellness (e.g., therapy and coaching).