Learning and Impact Manager

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. Operationalize infrastructure and processes that enable organizational learning .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $110,000 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) methodologies, with a strong ability to design and implement learning systems that drive organizational impact. Proficient in synthesizing diverse data sources into actionable insights and facilitating collaborative learning processes across multiple stakeholders.

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Monitoring, Evaluation, And Learning (MEL)Learning System DesignData Analysis And Strategic InsightsFacilitation And Execution SkillsTheories Of Change Development

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Hard Skills

Data Requirements DefinitionMeasurement Frameworks DevelopmentEvidence GenerationImpact ReportingGrant Portfolio ReflectionAdaptive ManagementDevelopmental EvaluationSynthesis Of Grantee ReportsStrategic RecommendationsWorkshop Design

Soft Skills

Strong OrganizationCollaboration Across Time ZonesFlexibilityProject Management

Industry Keywords

PhilanthropyGrantmakingOrganizational LearningClimateEnvironmentEnergy SectorsSuper PollutantsAir Quality IssuesPhilanthropic CollaborativesFiscal Sponsorship Models

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Operationalize infrastructure and processes that enable organizational learning
Support implementation of SPAA's learning strategy and agenda
Co-design measurement frameworks and success indicators for the theory of change
Develop methodologies, frameworks, templates, and evidence trackers for different initiative types
Define data requirements, reporting templates, and system features supporting learning needs
Track indicators of SPAA's catalytic impact, including co-funding, new strategies funded, and policy breakthroughs
Design and facilitate learning reviews, grant portfolio reflections, and workshops
Stay current on best practices in MEL, adaptive management, and developmental evaluation
Work with program staff to integrate evidence generation and learning throughout the grantmaking cycle
Analyze cross-cutting themes, emerging opportunities, implementation challenges, and ecosystem-level signals
Synthesize grantee reports, funder conversations, data gathering, convenings, and field interactions
Contribute insights for funder engagement, co-funding, and cross-actor collaboration
Contribute to quarterly Steering Committee reports and executive briefings
Design annual impact reports for funders and public audiences
Support ecosystem convenings that accelerate field-wide learning
Contribute thought leadership content such as reports, white papers, blog posts, and speaking opportunities

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 5–7 years of relevant professional experience
Experience in monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL), philanthropy and grantmaking, strategy consulting, or organizational learning
Ability to design and implement learning systems
Experience developing theories of change or leading evaluation projects
Ability to analyze data and generate strategic insights
Ability to synthesize information from diverse sources into recommendations
Facilitation and execution skills
Strong organization and ability to manage multiple projects
Flexibility to collaborate across multiple time zones
Ability and willingness to travel domestically or internationally approximately 25% of the time
Successful completion of reference checks before starting employment
Preferred but not required: experience working in the Global South, climate, environment, or energy sectors; familiarity with super pollutants or air quality issues; experience with philanthropic collaboratives or fiscal sponsorship models

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical and dental benefits
Retirement savings
Generous vacation and sick leave policy
Hybrid work arrangement with remote option
Accommodation support during the application or interview process
Domestic or international travel opportunities (~25% time)