Program Officer, Brazil
Quick answer
The Bezos Earth Fund is hiring a Brazil-based Program Officer to oversee and coordinate conservation initiatives across the Amazon with an unspecified salary.
- Role
- Program Officer, Brazil
- Organization
- Bezos Earth Fund
- Location
- Brazil
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Bezos Earth Fund is seeking a Program Officer based in Brazil to support its growing Amazon conservation portfolio. This role involves managing grant implementation, monitoring political and environmental trends, and fostering relationships with government, Indigenous, and community stakeholders. The successful candidate will help design grant strategies, track measurable conservation outcomes, and provide strategic intelligence to leadership. The position requires a deep understanding of Brazil's conservation landscape and the ability to operate across diverse settings from local communities to policy forums.
What you'll do
- Coordinate conservation projects to scale protection of Indigenous lands and biodiversity.
- Monitor grant implementation, milestones, and progress toward environmental targets.
- Foster relationships with government, Indigenous organizations, and civil society.
- Provide strategic analysis on Brazil’s political, regulatory, and environmental landscape.
- Facilitate learning exchanges and collaboration between various program stakeholders.
What it takes
- Graduate degree in a field relevant to environmental governance or public policy.
- 5-7 years of professional experience in civil society, government, or multilateral organizations.
- Strong familiarity with the Brazilian Amazon and federal institutional frameworks.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in Portuguese and English.
- Proven ability to manage complex, multi-partner initiatives and grant portfolios.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Competitive salary and benefits package included.
Frequently asked questions
Where is this position located?
This is a Brazil-based role, and the successful candidate will be hired under local employment terms and conditions.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation is not explicitly specified in the job posting, though the organization notes that it offers a competitive salary and benefits package.
What are the key qualifications for the Program Officer role?
Candidates must have a graduate degree, 5-7 years of relevant experience, and deep professional familiarity with Brazil's environmental governance and Amazonian conservation.
How do I apply for this position?
Qualified applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter as soon as possible, as there is no specific deadline provided.
How to apply
Apply directly on Bezos Earth Fund's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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