POSITION SUMMARY

The Program Officer, Coral Conservation will advance the Paul M. Angell Family Foundations mission by managing and strengthening the Foundations coral conservation grantmaking area, a signature component of the Conservation Program. The Conservation Program aims to ensure that coral reef ecosystems survive and thrive into the future. Grantmaking currently focuses on a range of conservation and policy priorities including: supporting stronger coordination and collaboration between coral conservation organizations, particularly on issues of building on-the-ground conservation capacity and for strengthening efforts to advocate for global and regional policies for coral conservation; ridge-to-reef conservation efforts in key, to-be-identified geographies; and specific interventions to prepare for the future of coral conservation.

Reporting to the Senior Program Officer, Conservation, the Program Officer will steward an existing portfolio of coral conservation grantees while helping refine and expand the Foundations strategic investments in coral reef conservation. The role includes identifying geographic priorities, conducting landscape research, and developing relationships with nonprofit organizations and partners working in coral conservation.

The Program Officer will lead the review and recommendation of grants, conduct due diligence on proposals, and prepare funding recommendations and reports for leadership and Board consideration. In addition to managing grantee relationships, the Program Officer will engage with peer funders, participate in sector convenings, and contribute to conversations shaping global coral conservation efforts.

The ideal candidate brings experience in nonprofit or conservation organizations, a strong understanding of coral reef ecosystems and conservation strategies, and the ability to manage complex projects and partnerships. This role is well suited for someone who is collaborative, strategic, detail oriented, and comfortable working both independently and within a growing philanthropic organization.

Grants Management

• Manage a portfolio of grants focused on coral reef conservation and related ridge-to-reef strategies
• Respond in a timely and respectful manner to inquiries from grantee partners and prospective applicants
• Conduct due diligence on proposals, including reviewing applications, conducting site visits, and meeting with grantee partners
• Provide the board with thoughtful, well-reasoned funding recommendations and compelling, well-written documents.
• Participate in board meetings and collaborate with staff on agenda preparation and materials
• Maintain consistent communication with grantee partners and support their ability to meet project goals and objectives
• Work closely with the Grants Management team to ensure accuracy and completeness of grant records and data compliance
• Support database management and reporting through the Foundations grants management systems

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