Position: Program Assistant, Women’s Equality Program
Reports to: Program Officer, Women’s Equality Program
Location: Washington, D.C.
OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Wyss Foundation is a private, charitable foundation dedicated to supporting innovative, lasting solutions that improve lives, empower communities, and strengthen connections to the land. The Wyss Foundation’s philanthropy supports projects in areas from conservation and education to economic opportunity and social justice. Each philanthropic investment seeks to encourage new ideas and new solutions that expand the reach of human possibility and compassion.
The Program Assistant will provide general support to the Women’s Equality Program, with an emphasis on the Program’s efforts in Latin America. S/he will report to the Program Officer, Women’s Equality Program, and will work collaboratively with all Foundation staff. The day-to-day work will be carried out under supervision and may involve limited travel. The Wyss Foundation currently has a hybrid work environment, with in-person work constituting the majority.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university. NGO or foundation experience/interest preferred.
SKILLS REQUIRED
The starting salary for this position will be $50,000. The Wyss Foundation also provides a generous benefits package.
To apply for this position, please send a resume and cover letter with the subject line “LAST NAME – Program Assistant, Women’s Equality Program” to the Human Resources Department at HR@wyssfoundation.org (No phone calls please)
The Wyss Foundation is an equal opportunity employer.
The Wyss Foundation is a private, charitable foundation dedicated to supporting innovative, lasting solutions that improve lives, empower communities, and strengthen connections to the land. The Wyss Foundation’s philanthropy supports projects in areas from conservation and education to economic opportunity and social justice. Each philanthropic investment seeks to encourage new ideas and new solutions that expand the reach of human possibility and compassion.