Program Lead, Climate
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Cambridge, Maroc ⵍⵎⵖⵔⵉⴱ المغرب (Hybrid) · На постоянной основе
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- Образование
- Bachelor’s degree
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- Professionals with a bachelor’s degree and at least 4 years of relevant experience in project management, partnerships, business development, or fundraising, especially within social impact, nonprofit, or mission-driven settings, are eligible. Candidates should also bring strong climate and sustain…
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About the Role
The Program Lead, Climate will guide MIT Solve’s climate and sustainability portfolio within Global Programs. This role owns the planning and delivery of annual Global Challenges as well as tailored challenge programs created with external clients. The position is also responsible for defining challenge approaches, recruiting and coordinating expert judges, assessing submitted solutions, and maintaining strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.
In addition, the role serves as the internal climate and sustainability specialist for Solve. It supports community engagement by creating partnerships and representing the organization at important events, gatherings, and networks, including activities connected to MIT.
MIT Solve’s mission is rooted in the belief that meaningful progress toward a more sustainable and equitable future depends on diverse perspectives and ambitious ideas. Through open calls for innovative solutions to major global problems, the organization identifies exceptional changemakers worldwide and connects them with MIT’s network and resources to expand their impact and create lasting change.
Work Arrangement
This is a full-time position with a hybrid setup, combining remote work and time in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Responsibilities
- Lead the planning and execution of Solve’s climate and sustainability challenge portfolio.
- Oversee annual Global Challenges and custom challenge programs developed with external partners.
- Design challenge strategy and ensure programs are structured for strong outcomes.
- Identify, engage, and coordinate subject-matter expert judges.
- Review and evaluate proposed solutions submitted through the challenge process.
- Build and manage productive relationships with clients, stakeholders, and partners.
- Act as the program’s climate and sustainability expert.
- Expand community engagement through partnerships, events, convenings, and network participation across MIT and beyond.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree is required.
- At least 4 years of relevant experience in project management, partnerships, business development, or fundraising.
- Experience should be gained in social impact, nonprofit, or mission-driven organizations.
- Strong working knowledge of climate and sustainability topics.
- Experience in one or more of the following areas is preferred: clean energy, sustainable agriculture, ecosystem restoration, or urban resilience.
- Well-developed analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to handle complex situations and spot strategic opportunities.
- Proven success in building durable, high-impact professional relationships.
- Comfort working across teams and leading collaborative initiatives that support organizational goals.
Additional Information
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The posting date shown in the source is 06/24/2026.