World Resources Institute (WRI) is a global research organization that spans more than 60 countries, with international offices in Brazil, China, India, Indonesia, Mexico and the United States, regional offices in Ethiopia (for Africa) and the Netherlands (for Europe), and program offices in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Turkey and the United Kingdom. Our more than 700 experts and staff turn big ideas into action at the nexus of environment, economic opportunity and human well-being.
This is a hybrid position which requires 8 days per month in our office in Washington DC.
Existing work authorization is required at the time of application submission as WRI is unable to sponsor any visa work sponsorship for this position. To be eligible for this position, you must be a resident of DC, Maryland or Virginia at the start of employment.
About the Program:
The 480,000 school buses in the United States account for 80% of all buses nationwide, yet less than 3% of those on the road or coming soon are electrified.
School bus electrification represents a unique opportunity to accelerate decarbonization while bringing direct, tangible benefits to every community in the United States.
This transition can help make electric mobility the new normal for an entire generation and help to address historic under investments in communities of color and low income and rural communities. Through the U.S. Electric School Bus Initiative, created in partnership with the Bezos Earth Fund, WRI’s aim is to create unstoppable momentum toward equitably electrifying the entire fleet of U.S.
school buses. Overcoming the cost, infrastructure, policy and other barriers to mass adoption will require a systemic approach that engages an entire ecosystem of actors and prioritizes inclusive planning with impacted communities.
Together with partners across the ecosystem, WRI is working in five areas of focus to:
Job Highlight:
Reporting to the Electric School Bus Initiative’s Operations Manager, you will provide finance, operations, and administrative support to WRI’s Electric School Bus Initiative.
You will maintain the team’s budgets to guide project implementation, monitor spending in compliance with funder terms and WRI policies, and coordinate with vendors and partners to develop and implement subawards.
You will also provide logistical support and administrative coordination for team events (virtual and in person). You will do all the work with a commitment to the Electric School Bus Initiative’s equity-centered mission. You will be supported by the Electric School Bus Initiative’s Operations and Management teams.
What will you do:
Financial and Grant Management (45%):-
Prepare budget review templates for review with project managers, under supervision
Subaward Management (30%): –
Meetings & Event Coordination (10%): –
Administrative Support (15%):-
What will you need:
Potential Salary: US salary range is between 57,000 and 62,000 USD.
Salary is commensurate with experience and other compensable factors.
How to Apply: Please submit a resume with a required cover letter by the date of 20 Aug 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; we embrace all diversity and encourage women, the LGBTQ+ community, persons with disabilities, Afro-descendants, and Indigenous people to apply. Recognizing our strong commitment to gender equality, WRI has also been awarded EDGE certification.
Our team in Human Resources carefully reviews all applications.
REQUIRED EDUCATION: Bachelor Degree
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: 60