People Powered

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Join People Powered at the heart of a dynamic global movement, where participatory democracy meets climate action. In this exciting role, you'll support governments and civil society actors worldwide to launch participatory climate initiatives that empower communities, amplify marginalized voices, and shape environmental policies that are both equitable and actionable. You'll be stepping into a high-impact, globally connected role by designing and delivering interactive learning experiences, supporting participants as they develop real-world climate projects, and creating practical resources—from toolkits to videos—that turn democratic climate ideals into action. From Himalayan citizens' assemblies restoring forests to participatory agriculture projects in Zimbabwe, you'll help partners design inclusive, locally driven climate solutions. This full-time role is perfect for someone who thrives in collaborative, multicultural teams and believes that solving the climate crisis means putting more voices at the decision-making table. This full-time position reports to the Program Manager and works closely with our staff team, board, members, and partners. You can find out more about our capacity-building work here and impact here. Requirements Program development and support (75%) • Program planning and design: Plans, develops, and coordinates capacity-building program curriculum and activities with other staff members and partners, and supports impact tracking and evaluation for such programs • Course planning and delivery: Plans and delivers webinars, workshops, and online courses with other staff and partners, including facilitation plans, webinar logistics, and other delivery tasks • Curricula content and resources development: Creates, compiles, and coordinates content for curricula and resources focused on climate democracy, synthesizing knowledge on best practices into actionable and practical guidance. Plans and supports the creation of multimedia content such as videos, graphics, and presentations in collaboration with the Communications Coordinator • Program participant coordination and support: Recruit, onboard, and manage participants for learning opportunities, with other staff members. Support participants and alumni in effectively using People Powered resources and capacity-building programs through regular communication, problem-solving, and reminders. Foster and coordinate community interactions through the learning management system Communications (5%) • Content development: Create multimedia content such as blog posts, graphics and videos to promote capacity-building activities and resources Community-building (5%) • Partnerships and member activities: Support the engagement with member organizations, as well as the delivery of member workshops and activities by participating in external discussions, webinars, and other online and in-person engagement opportunities Organizational management and general (15%) • Participate in organization-wide meetings, retreats, and other activities. Contribute and review content, provide feedback on plans and proposals, and have fun with our team! Essential Experience and Skills • At least 4 years of relevant experience in project management, training delivery, or community engagement for nonprofit or nongovernmental organizations • Demonstrated experience and/or interest in participatory democracy and/or climate issues. • Demonstrated experience with instructional design, online facilitation, and/or training platforms and associated tools and systems (Zoom and learning management platforms). • Alignment with the People Powered mission and values • Excellent writing and communication skills in English, including the ability to communicate complex information in clear, compelling, and accessible ways that translate well across languages and contexts • Excellent teamwork skills, and the ability and desire to collaborate with people from diverse cultures, being mindful of and sensitive about cultural differences and power dynamics • Strong project management and organizational skills, ability to work independently and juggle multiple projects and deliverables, including familiarity with project and task management systems (for example, Asana, Airtable) and Google Workspace products (or similar) Desirable • Proficiency in another language, such as French, Spanish, or Portuguese is a plus • A flexible and growth-oriented mindset • Experience working remotely in a virtual setting and across multiple time zones We understand that there are a wide variety of paths toward the skills necessary for the position. As such, there are no formal educational requirements, as long as the applicant can demonstrate proficiency with the desired skills. We do, however, value experience gained through educational programs. Benefits You will join a supportive, culturally diverse and highly committed team. We are based all around the world, with the majority of us speaking English as a second language. We are grounded in our core values of collaboration, equity, inclusion, learning, and problem-solving. All of us participate actively in organizational planning and decision-making, including through in-person convenings and retreats. We prioritize the well-being and growth of our people, with an emphasis on learning and development and democratic participation in the workplace and in our member-led community. You can read more about our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion here and you can also check out our team and board members here. Salary: • $63,500 - $79,000 USD annual salary adjusted for local cost of living. The salary advertised is for locations with the highest cost of living globally and will differ based on the candidate's city and country, as well as years of experience and additional skills (for example languages). Benefits • Comprehensive health insurance (medical, vision, dental) • 3% pension contribution • 2 organization-wide breaks per year (usually in August and December) • 27 days of paid time off (15 vacation days, 12 floating holidays) • 7 days professional development leave per year • 16 weeks fully paid parental leave • 1 month fully paid sabbatical leave after 5 years of service • Opportunity to travel and collaborate with our members and partners at annual in-person events Employment type • This is a full-time salaried position based on a 40-hour working week Location • This is a fully remote position and we welcome applicants from anywhere in the world. Given that the focus of our climate work for the next 3 years will be in India, Indonesia, Brazil, Mexico and South Africa, we encourage applications from these countries and from candidates who might have some prior experience of climate and democracy issues in these countries or immediate regions Desired start date: • January 2026. Dates can be flexible depending on the right candidate How To Apply Applications should include the following: • Cover letter explaining your relevant experience and interest in the position (700 - 800 words maximum) • Resume / CV (please keep this to 1 - 2 pages maximum) People Powered is an Equal Opportunity Employer, strongly committed to building a team that represents the diversity of the communities we support. We especially encourage applications from women and gender non-conforming individuals; people from ethnic, national, or racial minorities; LGBTQIA+ individuals; people with disabilities and those who identify as neurodiverse; people from Africa, Asia, Eastern Europe, and Latin America, and those with lived experience of the issues we are trying to address. Application Process People Powered has a hiring committee of at least 3 people for each advertised job role and a 2 stage interview process, with a take-home assignment usually before the second stage interview. We provide a small stipend to compensate applicants for the time spent on home assignments. We ask for 2 references from shortlisted candidates. All interviews will be held online. We value diversity and inclusion and are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments you may need to ensure a fair and equitable recruitment process. Please make sure to include these in your application. AI Disclaimer We can appreciate the use of AI in making the job hunt easier for everyone. To help aid your application for this role, here is what we consider acceptable non-acceptable uses of AI in applying for this position, according to our own AI Policy. Acceptable AI Use • Enhancing written applications: AI can be used to improve grammar, structure, and clarity of written content • Refining language and structure: AI can help applicants structure their responses, find synonyms, and improve the overall flow of their application. • Generating ideas and examples: AI can provide suggestions for structuring answers or finding examples to illustrate skills, but the content should be personalized with the applicant's own experiences. Unacceptable AI Use • Fabricating experiences or skills: Using AI to invent information or claim expertise in areas where the applicant has no experience is unethical and can lead to disqualification. • Submitting AI-generated content without personalization: Applications that are entirely AI-generated and lack personal insights or examples are unlikely to be successful. • Using AI during assessments or interviews: AI should not be used to provide answers during any stage of the selection process that involves assessments or interviews Deadline: 1 November 2025 For more information, visit peoplepowered.org.