Network Manager, Wildfire Resilience Funders Network bei Multiplier
Multiplier · San Francisco, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Remote
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About the Climate Resilience Fund (CRF)
The Climate Resilience Fund was founded in 2016 as a funder’s collaborative focused on building resources and capacity to advance the field and practice of climate adaptation and resilience. Our initiatives advance equitable climate resilience and sustainability outcomes for communities and for the natural systems on which they depend. Our strategies are designed to create leverage and strategic impact by facilitating collaboration across private philanthropic and U.S. federal agencies, and fostering collaboration among field-leading organizations. With a core focus on equity and sustainability, CRF strengthens the capacity of communities and natural systems to withstand the growing challenges of the climate crisis.
About the Wildfire Resilience Funders
About the Wildfire Resilience Funders
In late 2022, CRF was engaged by a group of foundation leaders to develop and grow the Wildfire Resilience Funders network (WRF). Our mandate is to cultivate a “learning and action” community that builds shared knowledge, alignment, and fosters collaboration. WRF’s goals are to advance collective understanding of strategies and solutions to address the burgeoning wildfire crisis and to facilitate effective collaborations for advancing wildfire resilience strategies and solutions across the western U.S.
CRF has undertaken a two-pronged strategy in pursuit of these goals. The first is centered on learning and community-building activities consisting of regular WRF network meetings, communications, and annual in-person gatherings. The second is facilitating the development and implementation of collaborative funding strategies and projects that help network members align goals and activities and leverage resources.
After nearly three years of operation, WRF membership now includes over 70 grantmaking organizations and 170 individuals. In addition, over 150 individuals from affiliate organizations (non-grantmaking) are able to enjoy network-wide activities. CRF supports collaborative efforts with subgroups (Wildfire Action Groups) which include between 8-16 members that share topical interests and explore opportunities for collaboration. The WRF network operates with support and guidance from a dedicated Advisory Committee.
Position Summary
Position Summary
The Network Manager, Wildfire Resilience Funders Network is primarily responsible for growing and sustaining the WRF network as well as supporting the pursuit of strategic objectives of CRF and our partners. The Network Manager shepherds the network’s day-to-day activities with a central focus on network member engagements, planning and implementing the members’ learning agenda, supporting Wildfire Action Group efforts, engaging the Advisory Committee, and all related communications. The Network Manager is not necessarily a content expert but has experience working with or within the philanthropic sector and is adept at network management and facilitation. Working knowledge (and importantly, deep interest) in issues such as climate adaptation and resilience, social equity, wildfire resilience, and conservation is important to the role.
The Network Manager must be highly organized, comfortable managing multiple efforts and prioritizing work day-to-day. Strong communication skills with the ability to work autonomously and escalate when support is needed are required. Knowledge and experience working within or with philanthropic foundations or affinity groups and an understanding of norms of management and finances of nonprofit organizations and private philanthropies are highly desirable. Connections to and familiarity with the institutions and issues which comprise the context within which US communities work to understand and address the threats of a changing climate and wildfire in the coming decades is important to success in the role.
The Network Manager works collaboratively with CRF’s leadership, program, and communications staff on all matters related to funder relations, external communications, fundraising, and other activities as assigned. Importantly, the Network Manager holds the horizon, so to speak, by looking ahead to where the network is going, planning the learning agenda for both the (bi-monthly) virtual and (annual) in-person convenings, and bringing ideas and plans forward for consideration by the Advisory Committee and CRF leadership. Listening to what network members are interested in, engaging them in exploring ideas, and networking and communicating regularly is a central aspect of the role.
The Network Manager reports to CRF’s Managing Director.
Key Responsibilities
- Work with CRF leadership and WRF Advisory Committee to shape the direction of the network.
- Develop programming for and lead shared learning and community-building activities for network members.
- Plan and facilitate bi-monthly Advisory Committee and Network-wide virtual meetings.
- Work with CRF team, partners/funders, network members, and Advisors to organize, plan, and participate in annual WRF in-person convenings and other events.
- Work collaboratively with the CRF team to shape content for websites, publications, and newsletters.
- Manage membership dues administration and processes.
- Cultivate and build effective relationships for the WRF network with practitioners in the field, including foundation professionals, nonprofit leaders, federal agency personnel, and local/regional officials, planners, and other key constituents.
- Seek out opportunities to participate in professional networks to grow familiarity and expertise in fields of climate change adaptation and wildfire resilience.
- Undertake an independent research project under the guidance of CRF leadership on an area of interest that is relevant to advancing the work of the WRF network and CRF’s mission.
- Participate in yearly or bi-annual CRF/WRF strategic planning, internal work planning, strategic communications, as well as other legal compliance, organizational processes, and operations as directed.
- Develop monthly work plans in collaboration with the Managing Director; participate in one-on-one meetings with the Managing Director at least monthly.
- Support the development of network fundraising strategies as well as preparations for fundraising meetings, presentations, and convenings. This may include helping to develop proposals, processing reimbursements for meeting participants, and other related tasks.
- Represent the mission, values, and strategies of CRF and WRF to external audiences and generally undertake activities to advocate for climate and wildfire resilience through publications and presentations.
The Ideal Candidate
The Ideal Candidate
You are an engaging, active networker who is comfortable with public speaking, familiar with norms of management and finances of nonprofit organizations and private philanthropies, and extremely well organized. You are adept at navigating organizational partnerships and working within a collaborative and diverse team environment. You are an experienced facilitator and an active listener, able to support, engage, and inspire collaboration. You are based and work from somewhere in the western or mountain time zone where the majority of the network’s leadership and members are located.
You are a “self-starter” with an entrepreneurial mindset, flexible and able to multitask, and comfortable working in a challenging, intellectual, and fast-moving environment while solving problems and driving solutions. You are self-motivated, resourceful, and independent in setting priorities and guiding your daily workflows, while balancing short-term activities and long-term outcomes.
You are a believer in the mission of the Climate Resilience Fund, including our two core values: nature and equity. You embrace our mission to create positive change and affirm CRF’s organizational commitment to a healthy work/life balance for all team members and partners.
Specific Experience Requested
Specific Experience Requested
We recognize that each applicant for this role will bring unique skills, knowledge, experiences, and background to this position. We welcome diverse experiences and perspectives and will be looking for candidates who possess many, but not necessarily all, of the following qualifications and experience:
- At least 5 years of experience in philanthropy, ideally including experience in program strategy development, implementation, and management.
- Experience with board relations and/or managing a committee of advisors.
- Experience working with the non-profit sector and with government agencies and personnel.
- Excellent people skills, with an ability to engage partners and team members in pursuit of shared goals.
- Advanced active listening and communications capacity is integral to the role. The success of the WRF network and related collaborative efforts will be greatly enhanced by effective execution of verbal and written communications that are positioned to support, engage, and inspire CRF/WRFs partners and constituents.
- A demonstrated ability to work autonomously while engaging your willing team at the right time.
- Experience working closely with philanthropy and understanding of and familiarity with the community of foundations working to address climate change, advance resilience, or pursue sustainability goals.
- Working knowledge of climate change science and policy, wildfire issues generally, and the connections between them.
- Knowledge of conservation science and/or policy, sustainability, and the laws, policies, institutions, and issues which represent the contextual basis for climate action.
- Strong verbal and written communications skills.
- A desire to build relationships with new partners and collaborators; a deep curiosity for exploring new perspectives and challenging current thinking with the ability to create consensus.
- Possess personal qualities of honesty, integrity, and a deep personal commitment to helping communities and ecosystems adapt to climate change.
- An enthusiastic adopter of new technology and tools; comfort working in a virtual office and paperless environment.
Workplace, Compensation & Application
Compensation and Work Hours
CRF provides a comprehensive compensation package, including competitive salary, excellent medical and dental benefits, retirement savings, and generous vacation and sick leave policy.
The Network Manager will be a full or part-time employee of CRF ideally working between 25-32 hours per week, based on candidate’s availability. Employees working more than 25 hours per week are considered full-time and eligible for benefits.
How to Apply
How to Apply
Applications will be accepted until October 1, 2025. To apply, please complete the application form and upload copies of your résumé and cover letter. We respectfully request no follow-up calls or emails.
EEO STATEMENT:
EEO STATEMENT:
CRF celebrates diversity and is committed to building teams and partnerships that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. CRF is also committed to providing an environment of mutual respect that is free from discrimination and harassment. CRF prohibits discrimination in its governance, programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, political beliefs, reprisal, marital status, amnesty, status as a covered veteran, because all or part of an individual’s income is derived from public assistance, or for any other non-merit-based factor.
