Job Description

About Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions

The Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions (PICS) is a collaborative and user engaged institute with the mandate to produce leading climate solutions for British Columbia, and potentially the world. Launched in 2008, PICS operates as an independent, non-partisan organization with the goal to develop innovative, evidence-based climate solutions knowledge that is used by decision-makers both nationally and internationally.

About the Role

Reporting to the Director, Community Partnerships, the Partnerships and Granting Specialist will play a critical role in the success of PICS and it’s ongoing programs by focusing on partnership networking, program design and renewal, communications regarding PICS initiatives and their impact, and the day-to-day oversight of existing and new granting programs. The Partnerships and Granting Specialist is skilled at strategic program delivery and evaluation, relationship building and interpersonal interaction, and collaboration with the larger PICS team.

What you will do

• Lead partnership development and networking for a portfolio of funded projects and initiatives, which will include outreach with researchers, students, and a larger network of community, government, Indigenous and other organizations working on climate action
• Expand linkages, relationships, and joint activities between PICS programs and related initiatives (PICS universities, potential co-funders, etc.)
• Collaborate with PICS communications and engagement staff to identify knowledge mobilization opportunities and support coordination between PICS and project leads for knowledge mobilization
• Coordinate grant application intakes including communication with potential applicants and filing of applications
• Coordinate grant application review processes and logistics and conduct in-depth review and assessment of small grant applications
• Track project communications and deliverables through internal (PICS) systems and support applicants with effective reporting
• Review project reports and enter relevant data into tracking systems
• Conduct periodic reviews of program performance including analysis of project metrics and outcomes
• Analyze granting programs to identify opportunities to strengthen impact, including integrating feedback received from applicants/project leads
• Lead program reviews and performance evaluations
• Develop supplemental resources to support applicants and/or program participants
• Provide input into new and evolving grant programs

What you will bring

• Minimum 5 years of experience with granting organization and/or in a role with strong research and project management elements
• Master’s degree and experience working in the climate, environment, and sustainability fields is a strong asset
• Knowledge of project management and processes for project assessment (for granting decisions) as well as project evaluation (upon completion)
• Broad knowledge of climate change issues with preference for formal education in this area
• Fluency in variety of software and programs including (MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and client management systems, etc.) 

What we provide

• Salary range of $80,000 – $90,000
• Comprehensive health package
• Pension Plan after 1 year of service
• 22 days of vacation, plus time off between Christmas and New Years 

How to Apply

Please click HERE to read the full job description and apply with your resume and cover letter HERE.

Climate justice is core to our work at the Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions. We believe that intersectional approaches that recognize human, Indigenous, and environmental rights and responsibilities are foundational for climate solutions to be durable, effective, and fair. Climate justice requires addressing systemic inequalities, reconciliation, and challenging structures of power and privilege. We are dedicated to working in solidarity with affected communities to advocate for transformative change that promotes equity, resilience, and sustainability for all.

We acknowledge the disproportionate impacts of climate change on marginalized communities, including Indigenous Peoples, racial minorities, low-income individuals, individuals with disabilities, and those living in frontline communities. 

PICS prides itself on being a welcoming and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from members of all races, backgrounds, abilities, gender identities, and sexual orientations.

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Job Categories: Conservation. Job Types: Full-Time. Salaries: See posting for details.

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