Junior Program Operations Associate

Job Title: Junior Program Operations Associate

Reports to: Senior Program Operations Associate

Location:  Washington DC/ SF

Salary Range: $55,000 - $62,000 pa, depending on experience

About CPI

CPI is an analysis and advisory organization with deep expertise in finance and policy. Our mission is to help governments, businesses, and financial institutions drive economic growth while addressing climate change. CPI has six offices around the world in Brazil, India, Indonesia, South Africa, the United Kingdom, and the United States.

CPI is known as a leader in tracking sustainable investment trends, identifying innovative business models, and supporting the solutions that can drive the transition to a low-carbon, climate-resilient, inclusive economy. We are unique in our focus on finance, our ability to get the right people to the table, and our analytical rigor.

About the role

CPI is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Junior Program Operations Associate to provide critical operational support to the Climate Finance program in the United States. This position requires an independent and resourceful individual with strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills. The position requires strong attention to detail, a high level of professionalism, and the ability to multitask projects simultaneously.

This position is ideal for a candidate looking to build a career in the international development or climate change space, with a particular focus on program and/or grant management.

You will report to the Senior Operations Associate and work closely with team members across offices and departments in the United States, United Kingdom, India and Indonesia.

Roles and responsibilities

Includes the following and others as assigned:

• Provide administrative support throughout the project lifecycle for the US Program, including:
  • Assisting with preparation of due diligence submissions and proposals
  • Drafting and processing consultant contracts, invoices, and related paperwork
  • Ensuring basic procurement processes are followed and compliant
  • Tracking reporting deadlines and ensuring timely submission
• Maintain and update key project management platforms, such as Fluxx Grantseeker and Sage Intacct, working closely with project managers to track project status and maintain records
• Assist in the implementation of internal project management policies and procedures
• Support program staff with the accurate management of grants and contracts, ensuring adherence to donor regulations, local laws, and internal procedures
• Help maintain internal knowledge management systems by organizing and updating project data
• Communicate and collaborate with CPI staff around the globe to ensure smooth project operations

About you

• Proven experience in providing administration support. Experience working in an international and/or not-for-profit organization or in program administration is desirable
• Knowledge or experience with international donor grant management
• Familiarity with best practice project management processes
• Experience of Microsoft Office Suite. Experience of Fluxx, Grantseeker, Airtable and/or Sage Intacct desirable
• Written and spoken fluency in English is required
• You are committed to CPI’s mission and values
• You have excellent oral and written communication skills
• You are a stickler for detail and have strong organizational skills
• You are capable of juggling multiple tasks and priorities at the same time and adhering to strict deadlines
• You are self-motivated and dependable with a passion for learning
• You are calm under pressure and perform all tasks with absolute professionalism.

Position Details

CPI is recruiting for one full time position in our San Francisco or Washington, D.C. office. Applicants must have US citizenship or a permanent residency in US.

Current salary range for this role: $55,000 - $62,000. Compensation will be commensurate with experience and in line with CPI's compensation framework.

To Apply

Please submit your CV and respond to our 5 application questions by Monday 17th February, 2025.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. Please be sure to add notifications@app.bamboohr.com to your contact list to ensure delivery of all correspondence from us.

Climate Policy Initiative is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and we are working to embed DEI across every facet of our organisation. We seek to establish a working environment where all board members, staff, volunteers, and consultants feel respected and valued regardless of gender, age, race, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation or identity, disability, education, or any other bias. We want to create an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity are openly valued as critical to the success of our organization and the achievement of our mission and vision.

If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. We will then work with you to identify the best way to assist you through the recruitment process.

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