Program Associate

Multiplier

Job Location:

San Francisco, CA - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 28 - 33

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About the Organization:

Sea Pact is a coalition of leading North American seafood companies united by a shared commitment to driving continuous improvement in social and environmental responsibility across the seafood industry. Through collaboration shared resources and collective action Sea Pact equips its member companies to tackle the seafood industrys most pressing sustainability challenges.

Position Summary:

Sea Pact is seeking a versatile Program Associate to support the operational delivery of our inaugural 5-Year Strategic Plan (). This is a unique opportunity to join a small high-impact team at a pivotal moment in our coalitions evolution. This role also offers a high-profile opportunity to work with some of the largest mid-supply chain seafood companies in the North American market and the non-profit and advisory networks that support them. Reporting directly to the Executive Director you will serve as the organizational backbone of Sea Pactblending program administration member engagement and external communications.

In this role you will act as a key point of contact for our member companies helping them navigate and implement sustainability goals across our three priority areas. Simultaneously you will own Sea Pacts digital presence drafting compelling content to elevate our profile across the sustainable seafood sector.

Primary Responsibilities

Strategic Plan Implementation

Coordinate and support activities across Sea Pacts three strategic priority areas: Wild Sector Sustainability Social Responsibility and North American Aquaculture
Support working group coordination including scheduling agenda development and follow-up
Contribute to tracking progress toward strategic plan goals and help maintain internal dashboards or reporting tools
Assist in developing member-facing resources such as toolkits templates best practice guides and educational materials
Lead data collection efforts including member surveys and aggregated sourcing data initiatives
Liaise with Sea Pacts sustainability advisors (typically conservation and seafood non-profits) to coordinate deliverables and information-sharing

Member Engagement

Serve as a point of contact for member inquiries related to strategic plan activities
Help prepare materials for member meetings working sessions and webinars
Support onboarding of new member companies
Assist in coordinating Sea Pacts presence at industry events and conferences

Communications and Profile Elevation

With the support and direction from the Executive Director develop and execute communications strategies that expand Sea Pacts profile and visibility among key audiences including member companies funders NGO partners and the broader seafood industry
Represent Sea Pact positively at industry events conferences and other meetings
Draft and edit newsletter articles blog posts social media content and other external communications
Maintain and update Sea Pacts website content
Identify and pursue opportunities to amplify Sea Pacts work through industry publications conference speaking opportunities award nominations and partnership channels
Support the development of reports presentations and other materials that communicate Sea Pacts impact to members funders and the broader industry
Monitor relevant industry news and sustainability developments to identify timely communications opportunities
Assist with grant reporting and funder communications as needed

The Ideal Candidate

You are a highly organized self-directed professional. You are a strong storyteller an efficient task manager and passionate about sustainable supply chains. You see this role as an incredible launchpad to build deep expertise in environmental NGO operations and corporate sustainability.

Specific Experience Requested:
We recognize that each applicant for this role will bring unique skills knowledge experiences and background to this position lending his/her/their flair to the trajectory of the Program Associate role. We welcome diverse experiences and perspectives in our applicant pool and will be looking for candidates who possess many but not necessarily all of the following qualifications and experience:

Bachelors degree in environmental studies marine science sustainability nonprofit management or a related field OR 3 years of relevant professional experience in project coordination program support or a related role
Strong written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to write clearly for professional audiences
Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously
Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a remote setting
Comfortable with domestic and international travel approximately 10% of the time including industry conferences and member engagements
Proficiency in standard productivity and collaboration tools (Google Workspace Microsoft Office Zoom etc.)
Graduate degree in environmental studies marine science sustainability communications nonprofit management or a related field preferred
Familiarity with the seafood industry sustainable seafood or related fields (fisheries aquaculture supply chain food systems)
Experience supporting member-based organizations coalitions or trade associations
Experience with newsletter platforms (e.g. Mailchimp) website content management systems (e.g. Squarespace) social media management and public speaking
Experience with data collection survey tools or basic data management

Workplace Compensation & Application

Workplace & Travel: This is a fully remote role that requires occasional travel (4-5 times per year) for all-team in-person meetings trade shows and conferences. Candidates must be based in the U.S. to ensure primary availability during member working hours.

Compensation: Multiplier provides a comprehensive compensation package including competitive rate ($28.85 - $33.65 per hour) excellent medical and dental benefits retirement savings and generous vacation and sick leave policy.

How to Apply: To apply please visit our Applicant Portal. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Priority will be given to applications received on or before Sunday July 12. Please include a cover letter in your application materials describing your relevant experience and qualifications. We respectfully request no follow-up calls or emails.

Sea Pact is an independent operating project of the nonprofit umbrella organization Multiplier a nationally recognized nonprofit with a growing portfolio of innovative initiatives that conserve and protect a sustainable and resilient world ()

Multiplier and Sea Pact are committed to creating an inclusive equitable and accessible application process for all candidates. We recognize that the traditional hiring process can create barriers. If we can support your participation in the job application or interview process by providing specific assistance or accommodation please reach out to Requests for accommodations are confidential and will not impact your candidacy.

Required Experience:

About the Organization:Sea Pact is a coalition of leading North American seafood companies united by a shared commitment to driving continuous improvement in social and environmental responsibility across the seafood industry. Through collaboration shared resources and collective action Sea Pact equ...