Program Officer

Organizational Overview

Resources Legacy Fund (RLF) works with donors to conserve land, water, and ocean resources while advancing healthy communities and social equity. We engage economically and ethnically diverse communities as we foster new funding and better policies for environmental protection and climate change adaptation.

We seek to build a staff that brings a variety of perspectives and backgrounds to our philanthropic work. We are committed to diversity in all aspects of our hiring practices. RLF is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, or sexual orientation.

Position Summary

The Oceans, Coasts, and Fisheries Program Officer is responsible for program development and implementation of conservation programs and projects. The Program Officer will work closely with community groups, nonprofit organizations, public agencies, funders, grantees and contractors, experts, stakeholders, and staff. This position is based in Sacramento, CA and reports to the Director of Oceans, Coasts, and Fisheries. Some travel required. This full-time position is exempt, and duties include:

• Implement and provide strategic oversight and policy development for Oceans, Coasts, and Fisheries programs.
• Help develop and implement strategies, tactics, and approaches to advance program objectives.
• Analyze policy and recommend means of engagement on key issues.
• Assist leadership and staff in engaging funders and building new programs.
• Help design and oversee monitoring and evaluation of the results of select projects and program elements.
• Assist in refining grant making strategies, designing grants and contracts, and working with potential grantees and contractors in designing and developing proposals. Work with staff on management, oversight, and reporting for grants and contracts.
• Perform research and analysis. Prepare compelling, accurate, and high quality written products.
• Assist in creating materials for presentations (including reports, maps, tables, graphs, database reports, and PowerPoint presentations) to the Board, partners, and funders.
• Convene meetings of staff and consultants to address program issues.
• Undertake special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in ocean conservation and environmental policy, and the ability to craft and implement successful strategies to address complex environmental and natural resource issues. An advanced degree in a related field is desired. The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator who is articulate, thoughtful, and succinct in representing and speaking on behalf of our organization and in written products. Candidates must possess exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with others. Candidates must have the capacity to respond rapidly and appropriately to changing priorities, objectives, and situations. The ideal candidate must be a self-starter with a sense of initiative and good judgment. Position requires the ability to perform tasks with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail, and to anticipate informational needs as situations and projects develop. Candidates will be flexible in working style with a creative and collaborative approach to problem solving.

Compensation and Benefits

Starting salary commensurate with related work experience and qualifications. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, and generous paid time off.

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