This is a hybrid position which requires 8 days/month in our Washington DC office. Existing work authorization is required at the time of application submission as WRI is unable to sponsor any visa work sponsorship for this position.
About the Program:
Now is the time to move from commitments to action on climate change—WRI is at the forefront of this urgent transition. WRI has the knowledge, convening power and tools to drive change and its Global Development Department builds relationships and coordinates fundraising to help the Institute deliver results and bring about a more equitable and sustainable world. The Development Operations team is part of the Global Development Department. In its capacity as the department’s core operations function, the team strives to make Development fully capable and low risk - enhancing its operational capabilities, aligning its use of systems, establishing sustainable policies and processes, and serving as a key stakeholder of WRI’s Global operations network and systems.
Job Highlight:
Reporting to Development Operations Manager, you will provide gift administration support to the Global Development Department, including but not limited to, gift processing and acknowledgements, reporting, data quality assurance and reconciliation, and coordination with donors, the Individual Philanthropy team, and other core functions staff such as Accounting and Finance. You will be supported by the Manager for Development Operations , Senior Manager for Development Operations, Senior Manager for Operations and Strategy, Individual Philanthropy, and the Individual Philanthropy Coordinator.
What will you do:
Gift Administration (90%):
Individual Philanthropy Support (10%):
What will you need:
Potential Salary: Salary range is between 57,000 and 62,000 USD. Salary is commensurate with experience and other compensable factors. WRI offers a competitive renumeration and benefits package.
How to Apply: Please submit a resume with cover letter by the date of 16 April 2024. We are unable to consider your application without a cover letter.
You must apply through the WRI Careers portal to be considered.
What we offer:
About Us:
Founded in 1982, World Resources Institute (WRI) is an independent, nonprofit global research organization that turns big ideas into action at the nexus of environment, economic opportunity, and human well-being. We are working to address seven critical challenges that the world must overcome this decade to secure a sustainable future for people and the planet: climate change, energy, food, forests, water, sustainable cities, and the ocean. WRI has a global staff of over 1,800 people with work spanning 60 countries. We have offices in Africa, Brazil, China, Europe, India, Indonesia, Mexico, Colombia and the United States, as well as a growing presence in other countries and regions.
The foundation of our work is delivering high-quality research, data, maps, and analysis to solve the world’s greatest environment and international development challenges and improve people’s lives. We work with leaders in government, business, and civil society to drive ambitious action and create change on the ground. Equally important, we bring together partners to develop breakthrough ideas and scale-up solutions for far-reaching, enduring impact.
Our mission and values:
WRI’s mission is to move human society to live in ways that protect Earth’s environment and its capacity to provide for the needs and aspirations of current and future generations.
Our values are shared ideals that bind us together: Integrity, Innovation, Urgency, Independence and Respect.
Our culture:
WRI is committed to advancing gender and social equity for human well-being in our mission and applies this principle to our organizational and programmatic practices. We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment;