Foundation Relations Assistant

Conservation Law Foundation (CLF) is seeking a Foundation Relations Assistant to support the growth of the foundation funding portfolio of CLF by providing support to the Director of Foundation Relations, Foundation Relations Manager, and CLF’s program and state vice presidents in meeting the organization’s grant fundraising goals. This is a full-time position reporting to the Director of Foundation Relations. The position is based in Boston and will be expected to be in the office at least 3 days per week, with some opportunity for remote and flexible work otherwise.

What you’ll do:

• Assist with administrative tasks to support the foundation relations team including scheduling and taking meeting minutes;
• Research foundation websites and databases for funding opportunities;
• Maintain and track prospect lists, foundation activities, and deadlines in donor relations database (Raiser’s Edge);
• Edit and proofread letters of inquiry, proposals, reports, and budgets for foundation donors and prospects;
• Prepare materials for proposal submission, including all required attachments;
• Manage acknowledgement process for all grants received, ensuring timely recognition of foundation donors;
• Support the foundations team in preparing and coordinating briefing memos, background documents, and agendas for meetings and visits;
• Coordinate with the finance team on financial reporting, ensuring compliance with donor terms and conditions; and,
• Contribute to CLF’s strategic priorities and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion and organizational excellence.

What you’ll need:

• Up to 3 years of professional work experience or equivalent (Development experience a plus) and bachelor’s degree preferred;
• Strong administrative capabilities, including proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint), web-based research, and donor databases (Raiser’s Edge preferred);
• Ability to take initiative, solve problems, and assess priorities;
• Commitment to developing new skills and responsibilities;?
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills; including collaborating with colleagues in remote offices;
• Professional writing and editing skills;
• Attention to detail and timeliness in responding to requests from prospective donors, partners, and colleagues;
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and to CLF’s mission.

Our highest priority is finding the best candidate for the job. Research has shown that people of color and women are less likely to apply for jobs if they don’t believe they meet every one of the qualifications described in a job description. Our hiring process is centered on assessing candidates with various lived experiences. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our described qualifications or have a less traditional background.

About CLF

Conservation Law Foundation (CLF) protects New England’s environment for the benefit of all people. A non-profit, member-supported organization, CLF uses the law, science, and the market to solve the region’s most challenging environmental problems, from climate change to ocean conservation to transportation. Every day, CLF advocates stand up for New Englanders—in statehouses, courthouses, boardrooms, regulatory hearings, and community gatherings—to forge innovative paths to environmental progress and economic prosperity for all in our region. To that end, CLF frequently works with communities of color, and those that are economically or otherwise disadvantaged, which often suffer disproportionately from the impacts of environmental degradation.

CLF is committed to diversity among our staff, volunteers, boards, and membership and creating a positive, inclusive workplace culture where all can thrive.

Salary and Benefits

CLF offers a competitive salary, an extensive benefits plan, and an open, inclusive, and accepting work environment where differences are highly respected. The starting salary range for the position is $52,000-$57,000; actual salary will reflect experience and qualifications.  

We recognize the value of work-life balance and also strive to create opportunities for growth for all employees through professional development.

CLF considers the health and safety of its staff members and their families, our guests, our visitors, and the community at large to be a top priority. All offers to work, intern, or volunteer with CLF are conditioned on the candidate complying with CLF’s mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy.

Salary : $52,000 - $57,000