Full job description
The Program Manager advances HF’s mission by managing a portfolio of U.S. Southeast Asia, and island nation-based grantee partners and supporting the effective execution of the Foundation’s grantmaking, storytelling, and capacity-building efforts. This role focuses on delivering day-to-day program execution, stewarding partners, and achieving operational excellence within established strategies and systems.
The Program Manager builds and maintains trust-based relationships with partners, ensures grantmaking processes are clear, effective, and transparent, and helps elevate the impact and voices of the communities HF serves. Working collaboratively across the HF team, the Program Manager reports to the Senior Program Manager and works closely with the Data and Evaluation Manager and the Executive Director.
The ideal candidate is deeply committed to social and environmental justice, believes in community-led solutions, and thrives in a self-directed, collaborative environment. They possess strong project management and communication skills, and the ability to synthesize and analyze information to inform program improvement and evolution.
HF invests deeply in Justice and Equity across leadership, operations, and programs, and strongly encourages applications from members of underrepresented communities, particularly BIPOC and LGBTQ+ identified individuals. Please see our to learn more.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Grant & Partner Portfolio Management (U.S. Southeast Asia, and island nations)
- Serve as the primary relationship manager for a portfolio of grantee partners, cultivating strong, trust-based partnerships across diverse communities and contexts.
- Manage the full grant cycle from application and due diligence through contracting, reporting, renewal, and closeout using established HF policies, tools, and timelines.
- Monitor partner progress and support partners through challenges and obstacles.
- Conduct virtual and in-person site visits and summarize learnings for internal reporting.
- Ensure compliance with grant agreements, documentation standards, and internal controls.
Program Operations & Administration
- Execute and maintain program-related processes, tools, and workflows to ensure consistency, efficiency, and accountability.
- Track commitments, deliverables, budgets, and timelines across assigned grants and projects.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation across HF systems (e.g., CRM, grants management platforms).
- Provide operational insights and inputs to inform program planning led by senior staff.
Capacity Building, Learning & Knowledge Sharing
- Support the design and coordination of partner workshops, peer learning exchanges, and other capacity building initiatives.
- Work with grantee partners and internal teams to gather learning, insights, and impact information that inform reporting, reflection, and shared learning.
- Coordinate collection of partner-provided data and materials needed for grant reporting and internal learning processes.
- Represent HF professionally and in alignment with organizational values in partner meetings, learning spaces, and external convenings.
Collaboration, Leadership & Support
- Collaborate closely with program, data, communications, and operations colleagues to align implementation with organizational goals.
- Mentor or support junior staff, contractors, and interns when required.
- Contribute ideas, feedback, and analysis to advance program strategy and effectiveness.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
We recognize that candidates bring a range of lived and professional experiences. While no one candidate will meet every qualification listed, successful candidates will demonstrate many of the following:
Required
- 3–5 years of relevant experience in program management, grantmaking, nonprofit operations, or community-based work, with a strong preference for experience supporting Indigenous-led or frontline community initiatives.
- Bachelor’s degree or commensurate relevant experience.
- At least 2 years of experience working in the nonprofit sector.
- Experience managing projects, grants, or operational processes with defined objectives and timelines.
- Strong organizational, project management, and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgment and make operational decisions within established guidelines.
- Commitment to equity, climate justice, and community-led approaches.
- Comfort and demonstrated expertise working across cultures and time zones.
Preferred
- Familiarity with trust-based philanthropy, grantmaking operations, and/or nonprofit capacity building.
- Experience with Salesforce, Submittable, Slack, WhatsApp, and Google Workspace.
- Project management certification or equivalent experience.
- Experience in environmental justice, social justice, renewable energy, or international development contexts.
- Additional language skills (e.g. French, Spanish, Portuguese, Hindi, or Khmer).
SALARY, BENEFITS & LOCATION
The salary range for this position starts at $75,000/year, with final compensation based on qualifications and experience. HF offers industry-leading benefits, including:
- Four-day work week (Mon-Thurs)
- Generous, flexible vacation policy
- Professional development stipend
- Work-from-Anywhere allowance
- 100% employer-paid medical and dental insurance and 25% dependent insurance coverage
- Employee wellness stipend
- Retirement matching up to 5%
HF operates as a primarily remote organization, with occasional required in-person meetings, retreats, site visits, and events. Core collaboration hours are approximately 9:00am–5:00pm Pacific Time; employees outside PT may flex hours but should expect some meetings outside their local workday. The Program Manager can expect to travel domestically and internationally up to three times per quarter. Unfortunately, Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.
Applications for the Program Manager position will close at 5pm PST on 3/19/2026. Applications must include a cover letter and resume to be considered. Additional materials will not be reviewed. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.
Research shows that many candidates—especially women and people of color—may hesitate to apply if they do not meet 100% of listed qualifications. If this role excites you and aligns with your values and experience, we encourage you to apply.
HF is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, medical condition, disability, or sexual orientation. We are committed to building a diverse team and fostering an inclusive workplace.
ABOUT THE HONNOLD FOUNDATION
The Honnold Foundation (HF) partners with marginalized communities to expand equitable solar energy access. We believe those experiencing the greatest impacts from climate change, economic instability, and social injustice stand to benefit the most from the renewable energy transition— and their knowledge and innovation can and should lead the way. Using a trust-based philanthropy framework, we partner with grassroots organizations and leaders who have the vision and knowledge to create thriving, more vibrant communities in the places they call home. Over the past decade, HF has partnered with grassroots organizations worldwide to increase access to solar energy, reduce environmental impact, and improve people’s lives. Powered by a tight-knit team of inventive, dedicated, and collaborative professionals who want to make the world a better place, our impact has scaled rapidly to reach over 130 partners, representing over $13 million of investment in grassroots communities. Please see our most recent t to learn more about our work, programs, and values.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: Remote
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