Program Manager

Resources Legacy Fund

. Develop and maintain working relationships with staff, coalition partners, and contractors .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeRemote • Hawaii • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $94,000 - $104,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in program management, project tracking, and facilitation within public policy and climate change contexts. Proficient in creating and managing documentation, reports, and presentations while maintaining strong collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders.

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Program ManagementProject TrackingFacilitation SkillsPublic Policy ExperienceClimate Change Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementDocumentation ManagementReport SynthesisData AnalysisBudget ManagementGrant WritingMeeting ManagementPresentation DevelopmentPolicy ResearchEditing Skills

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsAttention to DetailJudgmentFlexibilityCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Information Management ToolsCommunication ToolsPowerPoint

Industry Keywords

Public PolicyClimate ChangeNatural Resource StewardshipStakeholder EngagementCoalition Building

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and maintain working relationships with staff, coalition partners, and contractors
Oversee and improve program management for the Hawai‘i team
Create and implement systems to track milestones, deadlines, budgets, and program progress
Organize and facilitate virtual meetings and in-person convenings
Research, prepare, and assemble meeting materials
Ensure meetings have clear agendas, timelines, and outcomes
Convene staff and consultants to track progress and address program issues
Maintain communication with consultants and contractors to monitor timelines and facilitate follow-through
Create presentation materials including reports, maps, tables, graphs, database reports, and PowerPoint presentations
Develop internal and external written program materials
Support strategic planning and program development and implementation
Maintain shared files, contact lists, project trackers, and other program records
Help manage contracts and grants, including timelines, deliverables, reporting requirements, and program budgets
Support and staff policy coalitions and collaborative efforts in climate policy, ‘āina stewardship, and public funding
Assist with strategies, contracts, grants, due diligence, proposals, and scopes of work
Synthesize reports and deliverables and support grant proposals and funder reports
Review and provide feedback on funder and grantee proposals
Represent RLF’s Hawai‘i team at in-person convenings
Perform policy research and analysis
Remain current on emerging climate and conservation issues
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years' work experience in public policy, climate change, natural resource stewardship, or related fields
Experience can include paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work and lived experiences
Strong work ethic, good judgement, attention to detail, and commitment to thoroughness and quality
Facilitation experience and/or interest and willingness to learn facilitation and meeting management skills
Exceptional project management and organizational skills
Ability to manage extensive documentation and written information
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate well with others
Ability to represent and speak on behalf of RLF with policymakers, donors, grantees, and consultants
Creative and flexible self-starter able to anticipate and respond to changing priorities, objectives, and situations
Ability to analyze and synthesize information from multiple sources into a lucid, cohesive written product
Understanding of tone, style, and audience
Outstanding editing skills, including grammar, punctuation, and syntax
Ability to perform responsibilities with judgment, discretion, accuracy, and attention to detail
Flexibility working with a wide range of personality and organization types and teams
Sufficient technological ability and commitment to learn and consistently use RLF’s preferred information management and communication tools
Ability to adhere to confidentiality policies and procedures
Resume and cover letter required
Must be based in Hawai‘i
Ability to travel periodically throughout Hawai‘i, from occasional to several trips per month depending on business needs
Ability to undertake limited domestic travel as needed

Benefits

Comp & perks

Alternate Fridays off work schedule
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401k plan with a 5% match
Generous paid time off
Technology allowance
Student loan repayment assistance
Calm app
Mental health benefits
Approximately 16 paid holidays per year