The Environmental SPO plays a key role in shaping the Trust’s environmental giving strategy in Arizona and Indiana and manages strategic giving programs in the White River and Verde River Watersheds. They serve as a member of the Trust’s grants team and work closely with potential applicants and grant recipients to identify high impact giving opportunities for the Trust. This SPO also serves as a representative of the Trust in Indiana and Arizona and participates in events to foster community and grantee relations. This SPO would be based in either Indianapolis or Phoenix, depending on the candidate’s preferred location, and reports to the vice president of programs. 

Job Functions 

Strategic Philanthropy 

• Build and maintain trusting, transparent relationships with current and potential environmental partners in Indiana and Arizona. 
• Serve as the Trust’s internal expert on environmental giving, environmental conservation best practices and local and regional environmental issues. 
• Oversee environmental proposal reviews and present funding recommendations. 
• Monitor and evaluate environmental grants and strategic initiatives. 
• Collaborate with grantees and community partners in Arizona and Indiana to collect and interpret local and national environmental and philanthropic trends to inform Trust giving. 

Community Outreach 

• Serve as a liaison and provide support to the nonprofit environmental community in Indiana and Arizona. 
• Represent the Trust at grantee and community-related events. 
• Participate regularly in community and professional organizations, seminars, forums, and meetings related to the Trust’s work and interests. 
• Assist with communications promoting the mission and work of the Trust to the broader community. 

Working Conditions 

The Trust currently utilizes a hybrid schedule, working in the office at least three days a week and remotely for the rest. In-office time is used primarily for team meetings and formal and informal collaboration. When in the office, standing for short periods of time, minor lifting and walking are occasionally required. The position requires approximately 10% travel, which includes periodic trips to Arizona or Indiana (based on the incumbent’s primary location) and/or to professional conferences. The incumbent will be required to visit current and potential grantees in Indiana and Arizona. 

Salary and Benefits 

Anticipated starting salary of at least $125,000. The ultimate salary will be determined based on the skills and experience of the candidate and the Trust’s equitable pay practices. 

The Trust provides comprehensive health insurance plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. We also offer a robust retirement savings plan with automatic employer contributions, a generous match rate and access to free financial planning support. 

About the Trust

The Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust seeks to help people in need, especially women, children and families; to protect animals and nature; and to enrich community life, primarily in Phoenix and Indianapolis. The Trust has awarded nearly $380 million in grants and student scholarships since its inception in 1997.

How to Apply 

Join us in making a difference in environmental conservation. Apply now to become a key part of our team. Submit a resume and cover letter to hiring@ninapulliamtrust.org by Friday, May 30, 2025. 

• Has a bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 10 years relevant work experience. 
• Has a professional background and/or volunteer experience in environmental conservation. 
• Demonstrate experience and commitment to working with community partners to advance sound environmental conservation practices. 
• Exhibit outstanding oral and written communication skills. 
• Research and digest community level data to effectively inform strategy. 
• Work well in a team environment with shared roles and responsibilities. 
• Relate to a diverse range of audiences in both the public and private sector. 

Join us in making a difference in environmental conservation. Apply now to become a key part of our team. Submit a resume and cover letter to hiring@ninapulliamtrust.org