This week I’m inspired by my nephew, Nick Whitaker, a brilliant intellectual who is the managing editor of Works in Progress, a new online magazine dedicated to sharing novel ideas and stories of progress, and featuring original writing from some of the most interesting thinkers in the world. Check out the latest issue featuring articles such as: “How we fixed the ozone layer,” “Why didn’t suicides rise during Covid,” and “Burying the lead.”

International Medical Corps, a global humanitarian nonprofit organization dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through health care training and relief and development programs, is hiring a Specialist, Grants and Reporting responsible for supporting fundraising efforts across multiple channels at International Medical Corps, with a focus on foundation, corporate and organizational giving.

California Volunteers is hiring a Digital Media Support Specialist, Special Assistant To Chief Service Officer, Field Response Coordinator, Program Officer – AmeriCorps (Apply by June 4, 2021).

The Library Foundation is hiring a PT Research Assistant to be involved in the concept development phase of a major exhibition, publication, and free public program series taking place at Los Angeles Public Library’s downtown Central Library and branch libraries across the city in 2024 as part of the Getty Foundation’s Pacific Standard Time (PST) initiative. 

The Santa Barbara Foundation is hiring a Learning and Evaluation Manager, Grants Coordinator (temporary, part-time, 20-30 hours per week), and Vice President, Development and Donor Relations.

The Ralph M. Parsons Foundation (RMPF) is hiring a Program Officer to contribute towards meeting annual goals and activities to ensure achievement of RMPF’s mission. S/he will be responsible for processing approximately 70 grant requests annually, applying objective criteria to determine organizational eligibility, capacity, and effectiveness.

Rancho Los Cerritos is hiring a Curator responsible for managing the historical collections, exhibits, archives, and research library at Rancho Los Cerritos, a National, State and Long Beach Historic Landmark. 

Sustainable Economic Enterprises of Los Angeles (SEE-LA) is a leading Southern California nonprofit organization, connecting people to healthy food, promoting economic development, and building sustainable food systems. They are hiring a temporary Health Educator – Specialty Crop Nutrition Education and Promotion Program @ $18 per hr.

Los Angeles River State Park Partners (Partners) seeks a founding Executive Director to lead strategy, vision, fundraising, and advocacy efforts for the organization.

The Center for Nonprofit Management (CNM) is pleased to invite qualified professionals to apply for the position of Senior Strategist, Evaluation & Research.

Make an impact on some of the biggest challenges facing our world. XPRIZE has numerous openings including Director of Marketing and Communications, Marketing Strategist, Carbon Analyst & Program Specialist, Alliances Project Manager, Director Racial Equity Alliance, and Teams Relations Specialist.

LACMA is hiring a PT Kinetic Sculpture Technician to operate and oversee the upkeep of kinetic sculpture, “Metropolis II” by Chris Burden and a FT Associate Conservator of Paintings.

SCI-Arc is hiring a Community Engagement Coordinator to guide SCI-Arc in upholding the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion in partnership with our local communities.

The Japanese American National Museum is hiring a PT Museum Store Associate responsible for promoting sales, processing sales and orders, and providing excellent customer service.

The Sundance Institute Documentary Film Program supports independent nonfiction films with budgets under $1,000,000 USD. The deadline for the 2022 Documentary Fund Winter grant cycle is Monday, July 26, at 2 p.m. MT. Apply here.

Idyllwild Arts Foundation is hiring an Academy Administrative Assistant, Controller and Development Associate.

Site Santa Fe is hiring Grants Manager and a Facilities Manager.

Increase girls’ interest in technology, engineering and making through innovative educational experiences. DIY Girls is hiring a FT Development and Communications Manager, $55K – $70K.

Age of Learning, a leading education technology innovator, is hiring a Director, International Business Development & Partnerships.

Amgen is seeking a passionate Manager of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) to manage and help implement our ESG strategy and initiatives. 

Weedmaps is hiring Head of Corporate Social Impact who will develop strategies to create and extend Social Impact programs and activities in meaningful and measurable ways.

Latch is hiring a VP, Cultural Engagement and DEI to craft and deliver an enterprise-wide, comprehensive strategy that supports internal communications, fosters stakeholder (prospective and current employees) engagement, and contributes to building a more unified, collaborative work environment across the business. 

Etsy, the global marketplace for unique and creative goods, is hiring US Government Affairs and Public Policy Manager ideally located in Brooklyn, Washington, DC, or California.

Reading Partners is hiring a Development Associate.

Food Forward fights hunger and prevents food waste by rescuing fresh surplus produce, connecting this abundance with people experiencing food insecurity and inspiring others to do the same.  They are hiring a Strategic Partnerships Manager responsible for managing a growing portfolio of corporate and other partnerships for fundraising and raising awareness about Food Forward’s impact.

The Obama Foundation is hiring a Deputy Director of Development, Southern California and Southwest to play a key role raising resources to advance the mission of the Obama Foundation and help build, operate, and endow the Obama Presidential Center on the South Side of Chicago. 

The Redford Center is hiring a Development Director who will focus on efforts to grow The Redford Center as it enters its next phase of work, with an evolved mission to engage a larger audience, and build a more diverse, activated, and invested community. Based in SF.

Social Venture Circle (SVC) is hiring a Manager of Impact Investor Services to facilitate programming and opportunities for investor members seeking to fund and support the development of impact enterprises that drive the NEXT economy: one that is regenerative, equitable, and prosperous for all.

Electronic Arts is hiring a Head of Global Social Impact to develop strategies to create and extend Social Impact programs and activities – including advocacy projects – in meaningful and measurable ways. Based in NorCal.

Lululemon is hiring a Director, Giving and Social Impact to be part of this transformative team, leading impact through strategic philanthropy,  engagement, advocacy and activations. Based in Vancouver.

LG Electronics USA, Inc. is hiring a Director of Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility, a highly visible and impactful position that advances the company’s Environmental, Social & Governance objectives by leading and directing Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability programs. 

The Carbon Neutral Cities Alliance (CNCA), an international network of leading cities working to achieve carbon neutrality well before 2050—the most aggressive GHG reduction targets undertaken by any cities in the world, is hiring a Director. Remote.

The LA County Department of Arts and Culture, Arts Internship Program for undergraduate and community college students, has just opened a second round of paid summer internship opportunities at arts and culture organizations throughout LA.

Propper Daley, the social impact agency behind the world’s leading changemakers, seeks a passionate Fellow who is excited to bring their digital knowledge and skills to our Digital Strategy & New Media team. July – Dec. $15 per hr.

The Foundation for Climate Restoration is now accepting applications for the position of President & CEO to lead the Foundation into its growth stage with new funding, new partners and a strategic work plan designed to build awareness and support for climate restoration and carbon removal.

Advance ideas and support institutions to promote a better world. The Hewlett Foundation has several openings including a Program Officer, Education, Program Associate and Program Officer, Environment, Racial Justice Initiative Director and Director Effective Philanthropy.

Solve the literacy crisis in our country by leveraging community volunteers in under-resourced schools. Reading Partners is hiring a Program Manager in SF.

The Stanford Institute for Economic Policy Research (SIEPR) seeks a Research Scholar who will serve as the institute’s Director of Partnerships to increase its engagement with policymakers, governments, and other external organizations to enhance its reach and impact, upholding Stanford’s intent of being a purposeful university.  

The Iris & B. Gerald Cantor Center for Visual Arts at Stanford University is hiring a Director of Academic and Public Programs responsible for developing and overseeing the museum’s education and programs department, which serves both the Stanford community and the broader public audience.

Chinese for Affirmative Action has several job openings.

Stand.earth is a nonprofit environmental organization working to create a world where respect for people and the environment comes first. They have several openings.

The Metropolitan Museum of Art is hiring  an Assistant/Associate Educator, School and Educator Programs to join our School and Educator Programs team within the Teaching and Learning division of the Education Department, contributing towards our work with PreK-12 schools and educators, which serves over a quarter of a million people each year. 

Bridge for Billions, a Skoll Foundation awardee, seeks a Program Management intern based in Madrid to support entrepreneurs and mentors all along their incubation programs, specifically the ones created with B2B clients (corporates, foundations, governments, universities…) around the world.

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