Program Associate, Impact Assessment

PROJECT POLICY ANL 3 (007398)

UCPath Position ID: 40106841

Position Description History/Status

For Reference ONLY - PeopleAdmin JA Number:

1138886

Approved Date:

3/13/2025 5:16:22 PM

Date Last Edited:

3/13/2025 5:16:19 PM

Last Action Effective Date:

4/10/2023

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

1140O

Organization:

SCHOOL OF LAW

Division Code:

1141D

Division:

LAW DIV

Department:

025000 - LAW

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

40106841

Position Description ID

167662

UC Payroll Title:

PROJECT POLICY ANL 3 (007398)

Business Title:

Program Associate, Impact Assessment

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

Grade 21

Job Code FLSA:

Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

99: Non-Represented (PPSM)

Employee Relations Code:

E: All Others - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

1 - Staff: Contract

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40879474

Reports to Payroll Title:

ACADEMIC ADMINISTRATOR VII 

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40040696

Department Head Payroll Title:

DEAN

DIRECTION - Indicates that the incumbent establishes procedures for attaining specific goals and objectives in a broad area of work. Only the final results of work done are typically reviewed. Incumbent typically develops procedures within the limits of established policy guidelines.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Project Director of the Governors' Climate and Forests Task Force (GCF Task Force) at UCLA, the Program Associate, Impact Assessment (Program Associate) will provide services related to assessing, enhancing, and communicating the impacts of the GCF Task Force. The GCF Task Force is a project based at the UCLA School of Law and Institute of the Environment and Sustainability (IoES), and conducted in partnership with the University of Colorado, Boulder (CU), that supports a network of 43 state and provincial governments from 11 countries to reduce deforestation, attract sustainable finance, and combat climate change. These services will include soliciting and assessing various types of data from member jurisdictions (e.g., remote sensing and forest inventory data, civil servant surveys, economic, social, and biological indicators); coordinating with technical partners such as Ctrees, consultants, and governmental technical staff; utilizing and improving implementation of the GCF Task Force Impact Tracking System and knowledge management database tools; enhancing GCF Task Force communications and storytelling efforts regarding impacts; and developing recommendations for enhancing the relevance, accountability, and sustainability of GCF Task Force programs. These services will also include working with Country Directors and at-large members to ensure information is submitted regularly and with appropriate verification documents, producing policy reports/briefs, developing and disseminating digital communication materials (e.g., website, social media, newsletter), correspondence, and presentations on GCF Task Force issue areas, and collaborating with relevant departments at UCLA (including IoES, Emmett Institute on Climate Change and the Environment at UCLA School of Law, the Center for Tropical Research, the Congo Basin Institute, and other relevant units at UCLA) and CU (Institute of Behavioral Sciences), and other duties as assigned.Strong analytical skills, demonstrated experience with geographic information systems and remote sensing tools, ability to effectively communicate data and results in a variety of written formats, experience working in the global South, proficiency in Spanish, Portuguese, and/or Bahasa Indonesian, and availability for GCF Task Force related travel (2-4 times per year) are required.

DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS

1. Under the direction of the Project Director, conduct quantitative data analysis to assess the impacts of the GCF Task Force. This may include data entry/scanning, coding data, using statistical software, database management, and working with data sets that may include remote sensing and forest inventory data, civil servant surveys, economic, social, and biological indicators, as well as other types of data collected and reported by GCF Task Force jurisdictions. (E) 2. In coordination with GCF Task Force Country Directors, jurisdictions, and other partner researchers, conduct qualitative analysis of GCF Task Force projects and performance based on reported and researched data. (E)  3. Develop documentation on the results of the data analysis, including lessons learned and potential improvements going forward. (E) 4. Organize and prepare data as necessary to preserve content, accuracy, frequency of updates, and dissemination of results. This will include utilizing and improving the GCF Task Force Impact Tracking System. (E)   5. Where appropriate, apply data cleaning methods uniformly to large-scale data sets and incorporate system safeguards to ensure all corrections are flagged and explained. (E) 6. Prepare data displays (e.g., charts, graphs, and tables) and summarize methods, results, and findings. This include building out and maintaining a public knowledge database through the GCF Task Force webpage. (E)

35%

STRATEGIC COMMUNICATION

1. Under the direction of the Project Director, develop a GCF Task Force communication strategy focused on increasing awareness of the GCF Task Force and disseminating the impacts of its efforts. (E)  2. In consultation with the Project Director, work with Country Directors, at-large jurisdictions, and the GCF Task Force at CU, to ensure timely submittal of regional updates and reports to support the GCF Task Force communication strategy. (E)   3. In coordination with GCF Task Force Country Directors, jurisdictions, and the team at CU, develop and maintain a digital quarterly newsletter featuring the work of the GCF Task Force and its member jurisdictions. Compile and produce content for the newsletter that highlights the impact of this work. (E)  4. Create content/copy for the GCF Task Force website and social media. This may include content using graphics, databases and the data displays developed under the data collection and analysis function described above, and design software. (E)   5. Coordinate with UCLA School of Law and IoES IT staff as needed on website maintenance to sustain accurate and up-to-date information and troubleshoot related issues. (E)   6. In coordination with the Emmett Institute's Communications Director, implement social media strategies to increase awareness of the GCF Task Force's work and sponsored conferences or events through mediums for engagement. (E)

35%

COLLABORATION AND POLICY

1. Work closely with civil servants from GCF Task Force member jurisdictions, Country Directors, research and program partners such as CTrees, faculty at UCLA and CU Boulder, and others as appropriate. (E)   2. Regularly attend meetings and conference calls with the Project Lead, Project Director, jurisdictions, Country Directors, research partners, faculty, and others as appropriate. (E)   3. Support the Project Director and broader GCF Task Force team in the design and implementation of Annual Meetings, knowledge exchanges, and other events of the GCF Task Force. (E)  4. Present findings at public policy forums and through events with GCF Task Force jurisdictions, donors, researchers, and others. (E)   5. Produce literature reviews, reports on research findings, fact sheets, and other policy materials as needed. (E)   6. Keep up to date on and communicate with the Project Lead, Project Director, and broader GCF Task Force team about new research findings on climate and tropical forest-related efforts. (E)   7. Develop relationships with stakeholders that will facilitate conduct of research and communications. (E)

20%

DEPARTMENTAL SUPPORT

1. Support the Project Director and Project Lead on a variety of matters including event coordination, student engagement, presentations, research projects, and engagement with campus support offices. (E)   2. Assist with special projects as necessary. (E) 

10%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

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Complies with all policies and standards.

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Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

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This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree

in related area (e.g., Environmental Studies, Conservation Science, Ecosystem or Environmental Management, Environmental Data Science, International Development, Geography, Anthropology).

Required

Or

Master's Degree

in a related field or higher (e.g., Environmental Studies, Conservation Science, Ecosystem or Environmental Management, Environmental Data Science, International Development, Geography).

Preferred

Or

Equivalent experience/training.

Required

3+

Relevant work experience (can include graduate-level work).

Required

working with governments, Indigenous Peoples, local communities, private sector, and/or civil society organizations in developing countries.

Preferred

Demonstrated knowledge and experience with geographic information systems, including geospatial software tools.

Required

Understanding of international forest, land use, climate, and development policy context, including knowledge of international geopolitics and socio-economic issues in the global south.

Required

Advanced skill in writing in order to produce clear and compelling analytical reports, policy briefs, communication materials, including website and social media content, public announcements, and routine business correspondence; and the ability to evaluate.

Required

Attention to detail, particularly with reporting and monitoring for program impacts and for public communication materials.

Required

Excellent command of the English language and facility in spelling, grammar, usage, and style consistent with professional writing standards.

Required

Excellent interpersonal skills to interact and communicate effectively with management, co-workers, faculty, staff, students and other campus departments, and government staff across a geographically and culturally diverse network.

Required

Demonstrated skill in working independently and following through on assignments with minimal supervision.

Required

Ability to maintain confidentiality of information with tact and discretion.

Required

Strong organizational skills and ability to work effectively under conditions of heavy workload, frequent interruptions, distractions, and deadlines.

Required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.

Ability to travel for GCF Task Force related events (approximately 2-4 times/year).

Ability to work some overtime, evenings, and weekends as necessary.

Required

Proficiency in Spanish, Portuguese, and/or Bahasa Indonesian.

Required

A true passion about advancing the work of the Governors' Climate and Forests Task Force.

Preferred

A high level of individual initiative and relentless commitment to meeting and exceeding goals.

Required

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Non-Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Campus

Location:

385 CHarles E Young Dr. East, Los Angeles, CA 90095

Standing/Walking

X

Sitting

X

X

Bending/Stooping

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

Climbing

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

Physical requirements other

X

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

Loud noise levels

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical skills

X

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Classification 3:  Position in which exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues is not part of the position description. The normal routine task involves no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues and the employee can decline to perform tasks which involve a perceived risk without retribution.