EMPLOYMENT / INTERNSHIPS
Current Opportunities

See individual job descriptions for instructions on how to apply. Please do not call. We are a small organization of 17 full and part time staff and cannot take calls about these positions. Thank you.

Global Greengrants Fund offers a generous benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 403b retirement plan with employer match, flex benefits plan, transit pass and vacation/sick leave policy.

The Global Greengrants Fund is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to recruit a diverse staff. All decisions are made without regard to age, race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, physical, mental or sensory disability, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, physical appearance or any other aspect unrelated to the purposes of this organization.

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About Global Greengrants Fund
Global Greengrants Fund is a public foundation that supports grassroots activists and civil society organizations working to address environmental and social justice issues primarily in the global south. The Global Greengrants Fund believes that grassroots activism is key to solving seemingly intractable problems and halting cycles of poverty, powerlessness and environmental destruction. Working with an international network of advisors, we help overcome the barriers to grassroots grantmaking by identifying viable and effective organizations and providing small grants to these organizations at minimal cost. These grants offer hope and tap the energy of communities where other sources of support are limited.

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Boulder Positions  |  International Positions


Boulder Positions

Development and Communications Intern
Boulder, CO

Overview
Global Greengrants Fund makes small grants (typically $500 to $5,000) to grassroots
groups creating movements in the Global South to protect the environment, live sustainably, preserve biodiversity, and gain a voice in their future. Greengrants has supported more than 5,000 groups in 100 countries around the world since 1993, supporting a broad variety of social and environmental justice issues. For more information, please visit www.greengrants.org.

Greengrants seeks a qualified and motivated volunteer intern to assist in the Development and Communications Department. Undergraduate and graduate students welcome, as well as other interested individuals. You should have an interest in international development, environmental issues, philanthropy, and social justice. Internships can be completed for academic credit.

Job Summary
The Development and Communications Intern supports the Development and Communications Department (7 people) in raising a multimillion dollar budget from foundation and individual sources and contributing to a successful and dynamic communications plan. Activities include researching and identifying donor prospects, contributing to our social media strategy and work, assisting in writing website copy and management for our new website, and assisting with other administrative work as needed. The Development Intern will learn about fundraising and communications practices from an experienced and successful Development and Communications team.

Essential Job Functions
• Research potential foundation and individual donors
• Keep meticulous records of all research completed
• Identify top-level prospects and work with staff to formulate strategies
• Participate in social media work
• Assist in writing website copy and managing new website production
• File fundraising documents
• Assist with mailings and other tasks
• Reports to: Deputy Director of Development

Skills and Abilities
• Attention to detail, ability to multi-task
• Technologically savvy—ideally familiarity with WordPress
• Strong journalism/communications background
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Highly proactive and able to take initiative
• Familiarity with database work—ideally with Raiser’s Edge 7
• Good working knowledge of international issues and geographies
• Strong interpersonal skills

Education and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree (in process)
• Some work or volunteer experience, preferably in a nonprofit or international setting

Start Date, Compensation, Hours
This is an unpaid four-month position, with a minimum commitment of 15 hours/week, 20 hours/week preferred. The work schedule is approximately 9am to 5pm.

Application Process
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Immediate availability preferred.

Application Format
All application materials should be typed in a reasonable size font, single-spaced, and double-sided. Please submit the following:
• Cover letter that includes current contact information
• Resume that includes detailed work experience, education, and two references with full contact information
• A writing sample of 1-2 pages

All materials should be sent by email to internships@greengrants.org; please specify which intern position you are applying for in the subject line.

Alternatively, submit applications to:
Internship Program/Development Intern
Global Greengrants Fund
2840 Wilderness Place, Suite A
Boulder, CO 80301
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE


International Positions

We do not currently have any international openings.


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