Program Associate, Cement & Building Materials

ClimateWorks Foundation

. Lead operations of Team Cement’s grantmaking through assessment, disbursement, and evaluation .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $75,000 - $85,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong project management and analytical skills, with a focus on grantmaking operations and stakeholder engagement. Proficient in managing budgets, developing policies, and fostering collaboration across diverse teams and cultures.

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementGrant ManagementBudget ManagementPolicy DevelopmentAnalytical Skills

Soft Skills

Detail-OrientedInterpersonal SkillsCultural CompetenceInitiativeCommitment to Diversity

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Industry Keywords

GrantmakingNon-ProfitClimate ChangeStakeholder EngagementGlobal Industry Hub

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead operations of Team Cement’s grantmaking through assessment, disbursement, and evaluation
Manage grantee relationships, information flow, and regular reporting
Maintain and monitor the portfolio’s grantmaking budget and support annual planning
Develop and update team policies and procedures for program and grantmaking quality, efficiency, and effectiveness
Support improvements to Global Industry Hub and ClimateWorks Foundation processes
Collaborate with peers and other ClimateWorks teams on grantmaking operations
Organize stakeholder engagement groups and virtual, in-person, internal, and domestic meetings
Organize the annual Global Cement Decarbonization Convening, including logistics, speakers, notes, and outcomes
Prepare documents, briefings, budgets, communications materials, and other external work products
Share knowledge through written communications and online and in-person events
Support the Cement + Building Materials Director and Program Manager
Participate in Global Industry Hub and ClimateWorks meetings and retreats
Report to the Program Manager, Cement & Building Materials

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong project management skills based on 2-4 years’ experience in a relevant role
Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills
Ability to use Salesforce, Google Suite, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Signal
Experience building and maintaining flexible systems and plans for projects and events
Experience managing grants or working with non-profits, foundations, or multilateral initiatives
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to work successfully with people and cultures across global time zones
Ability to initiate and manage projects and work effectively with minimal supervision
Availability for international travel, approximately three trips per year
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
Strong understanding of climate change and demonstrated passion for addressing the challenge
Commitment to supporting colleagues, grantees, and partners
Commitment to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable work environment and to the mission and values of the Global Industry Hub

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
Paid sabbatical leave for qualifying employees
401(k) plan with contributions from ClimateWorks and matching employee contributions
Life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage
Fertility, child, elder, and pet care support
Physical wellness benefits, including gym memberships and fitness equipment
Financial wellness benefits, including financial planning services
Mental wellness benefits, including therapy and coaching
Opportunities to meet in person through an annual in-town week in San Francisco, all-staff retreat, and department retreat