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Company Name : Walton Family Foundation
Location : Denver, CO
Position : Program Support Associate

Job Description : The Walton Family Foundation is seeking a skilled, highly motivated and entrepreneurial individual to join the foundation as the Program Support Associate (PSA) for the Oceans Initiative within the Environment Program. The foundation’s environment program aims to protect water resources in the face of climate change, with an emphasis on oceans.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and BelongingWe are committed to embedding diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the organization to foster an environment where all associates THRIVE and belong. We do this by creating:

a culture committed to continuous learning that recognizes and values differences
an environment of respect and connection to learn from the richness of identities, experiences, and perspectives
fair access for all to opportunities for growth and advancement

About the PositionThe foundation seeks to recruit individuals with an interest to support healthier ecosystems and more vibrant communities, superior interpersonal and communication skills, a respectful and analytical approach to the work, and a proven ability to work effectively as part of a team. The Program Support Associate will work both on the small team focused on restoring global fisheries through increased market demand for and supply of sustainable seafood, as well as be part of the overall Environment Program team.
Responsibilities:The primary duty of the PSAs is to support smooth execution of the team’s operations, budgeting, strategy, and grant making. In providing these core functions, the PSA applies their skills in project management to support the team’s grantmaking. This role requires consistently adapting to team member needs, proactively identifying them, and providing timely follow up and solutions. PSAs should have a vision for how the team’s inner workings contribute to succeeding in meeting our goals.Grants Management Support (60% of time)

Assist Initiative Lead with logistical support for overall grant making process and budget management;
Assist program officers in the grant making process: editing and strengthening grant write-ups, tracking grant letters and payments, and coordinating with grantee reporting;
Collaborate with program coordinator and program staff to track grants that are upcoming, and follow up on payments and outstanding grantee reports;
Analyze information on WFF historical giving and grant making;
Act as liaison between Environment team and home office administration for information and updated processes;
Compile and organize data from grantee reports and other sources to support program monitoring and evaluation.

Operations (20% of time)

Prepare documents, take minutes, and compile follow-up notes for grant making strategy and internal team meetings;
Provide operational feedback for improved team and grant making efficiency;
Coordinate events/meetings and professional development opportunities for team members;
Perform operational, technical, and analytical tasks to inform decisions of Initiative Lead and program officers as appropriate;*_

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Additional Duties (20% of time)

Act as representative of the foundation to grantees and external partners;
Be an active member on an environment cross-cutting team;
Special projects, as assigned.

Who we are looking forQualifications required for your success

Strong technical skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, and Zoom
Excellent written and oral communications skills
Desire to grow and learn, and adapt work in a rapidly moving environment
Demonstrated capacity to work as part of a team, as well as independently

Additional preferred qualifications

Bachelor’s degree
Minimum 2 years administrative work experience, preferably in an office environment

Personal attributes that support your success

Ability to act as a trusted advisor to principals and colleagues while demonstrating expertise and integrity
You are helpful, a team player, and show respect while collaborating with others
You are results oriented and exercise sound judgment in your work
A lifelong learner, who is inquisitive and solves problems with bold thinking and innovation
A visionary who plans for the future with imagination and wisdom
You are dedicated to achieving excellence and work with others to tackle the tasks at hand

All offers of employment are contingent on your successful completion (where permitted by state law) of a confidentiality agreement and background check. In addition, you will need to provide proper identification verifying your eligibility to work in the United States on your first day of work.
**Compensation and BenefitsCompensation Range: $60,000-$75,000Benefits Information: We offer a comprehensive and generous benefits package which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401 (k) retirement plan and paid time off.
About the Walton Family FoundationThe Walton Family Foundation is, at its core, a family-led foundation. Three generations of the descendants of our founders, Sam and Helen Walton, and their spouses, work together to lead the foundation and create access to opportunity for people and communities. We work in three areas: improving K-12 education, protecting rivers and oceans and the communities they support, and investing in our home region of Northwest Arkansas and the Arkansas-Mississippi Delta. To learn more, visit waltonfamilyfoundation.org and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
**About the Environment ProgramThe Walton Family Foundation works for solutions so nature and people can thrive together.In our Oceans work we:

Provide fishing communities the tools they need to make better fisheries decisions & elevate the voices of fishing communities in fisheries management
Incentivize voluntary action from the seafood industry to improve the sustainability of fisheries, livelihoods of fishers, and curb illegal fishing
Build the business case for companies to invest in improving the health of the fisheries they purchase from
Establish rules and laws that prevent illegally caught fish from entering the US, EU and Japan

In addition to our Oceans portfolio, the environment team has programs to improve the quality and availability of water in our nation’s largest river basins – the Mississippi and Colorado rivers. Learn more about the Environment Program.
__The Walton Family Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building and maintaining a culturally diverse workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment of any kind. We encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.Basic Qualifications

Strong technical skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, and Zoom
Excellent written and oral communications skills

Job Type: Full-time

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