Program Associate, Panorama Strategy

If you think you have what it takes but don't necessarily meet every single point listed below, please apply - you could be exactly who we are looking for! 

Panorama Strategy

Panorama Strategy is a consulting firm that partners with organizations and leaders to turn their vision for social impact into reality. In the lifecycle from ideation to impact, we collaborate with our clients to identify and fulfill their unique role in creating a better world, and take a tailored, systems-thinking approach to connect them to the big picture while helping navigate day-to-day challenges.  

This role is part of Panorama Strategy, our consulting arm, which works directly with clients on strategy and execution, which is distinct from Panorama Global, our nonprofit entity focused on programs and partnerships. 

Position Summary 

We are seeking a Program Associate (PA) to support client-facing strategy engagements across key issue areas such as global health, gender equity, philanthropic giving, and climate change. This is an execution-focused consulting role designed for someone who is excited to learn, contribute, and grow. You will work closely with senior staff to support research and analysis, draft and organize components of deliverables, track progress and next steps, and assist with stakeholder engagement processes. 

Success in this role comes from being highly organized, detail-oriented, proactive, and from taking ownership of the coordination and hands-on work that supports senior staff and keeps complex projects moving forward. This is a critical support role that ensures high-quality work gets done efficiently and on time. 

Examples of the types of projects this role may support include: 

• Advancing a high‑impact global health grant program by supporting background research on grantee portfolios, preparing materials for funder and grantee meetings, tracking timelines and action items, and synthesizing key inputs to help senior staff assess progress and risks 
• Supporting donor and ecosystem landscape scans by conducting desk research and drafting discrete deliverables that help foundations understand where and how to make targeted investments in areas such as social entrepreneurship, gender equity, or climate resilience 
• Contributing to philanthropic strategy development focused on challenges like childhood malnutrition by helping compile evidence, organize inputs, and draft components of deliverables for senior team review 
• Supporting multi‑stakeholder initiatives and funder collaboratives by assisting with meeting coordination, preparing agendas and background materials, and organizing follow‑up actions to keep complex collaborations moving forward 
• Assisting advocacy strategy efforts on issues such as pandemic preparedness or climate health by organizing research, tracking stakeholder inputs, preparing internal summaries, and supporting the development of materials used to inform policy and funding discussions 

Across these engagements, Program Associates work closely with Program Officers and senior staff to ensure complex, high‑stakes work is well‑researched, well‑organized, and executed with care. 

This exempt, full-time position reports to a Senior Program Officer and must be based in Washington, DC. Beginning in 2027, once the local Panorama office is established, employees are expected to work in the office four days per week. 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities 

Client & Project Support (85%) 

Support client-facing project teams by contributing to assigned strategy engagements, which includes the responsibility to: 

• Conduct background research and basic analysis, including desk research and inputs to stakeholder or landscape scans, as directed 
• Draft, format, and revise discrete components of deliverables such as memos, slide decks, tables, timelines, and summaries 
• Build and maintain project workplans, trackers, and documentation to support team coordination and deadlines 
• Support preparation for meetings, workshops, and convenings, including agendas, participant materials, and notetaking 
• Track action items and follow-ups, escalating issues or delays to supervisors as needed 
• Participate in project and client calls primarily as a listener and notetaker, synthesizing key takeaways for internal use 

Internal Organizational Support (15%) 

• Participate in team meetings and cross-project coordination to support information flow, shared context, and high-quality execution across project teams 
• Monitor developments in relevant social impact issue areas and share brief summaries or observations with project teams 
• Assist with proposal development and business development efforts by conducting research and preparing materials 
• Participate in internal learning, feedback, and improvement processes by sharing observations from project work and incorporating feedback into individual practice 
• Participate in ad hoc internal initiatives that contribute to team effectiveness, workflow improvement, or organizational culture 

Typical Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 

• 2–4 years of experience in roles involving project coordination, research, or team support, or equivalent experience 
• Demonstrated ability to reliably execute assigned tasks with strong attention to detail and follow-through 
• Ability to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders and adapt to different working styles 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate guidance into clear, well-organized draft content (e.g., slide decks, summaries, tables, presentations) 
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks and deadlines across concurrent projects 
• Strong attention to detail, including the ability to review, format, and improve documents and presentations 
• Demonstrates openness to feedback and a willingness to contribute where needed 
• A quick study with the ability to learn new issue areas and contexts rapidly 
• Comfortable working independently with clear direction and regular check-ins 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint 
• Experience with design tools (e.g. Canva) and familiarity with AI-enabled tools is a plus 

This job description may change as our team continues to grow and evolve – we hope you’ll be excited to evolve with us as we scale and increase our impact. 

Compensation & Benefits 
The starting salary for this role is between $75,000 and $85,000, which represents the minimum to the mid-point of the salary band for this position. When determining an initial offer, we carefully consider these factors: candidate skill and experience; room for growth within the band; and internal equity across the team.     

Alongside salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:   

• Flexible paid time off 
• 16 paid holidays per year, including an organization-wide Winter Break. 
• Up to 92% employer-paid monthly premiums for employee medical coverage (depending on plan selected)  
• 401(k) safe harbor plan, with employer contribution equal to 3% salary with immediate vesting  
• Up to 12 weeks fully paid family/medical leave (eligible after 1 year of employment)  
• ... And more! Visit our Careers Page for our full list of benefits     

How to Apply 

Interested candidates should submit a resume and optional cover letter on our Careers Page portal. 

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.  

Panorama is committed to creating a diverse team and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We know that representation matters in the workplace and with our partners; to that end we are committed to a hiring process grounded in equity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, citizenship or immigration status, national origin, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, political ideology, the presence of any physical, mental, or sensory disability, age, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. 

Panorama complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our People & Culture team at [email protected]. 

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Panorama participates in the federal E-Verify system. All candidates should review the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work posters for more information. 

Final offer will be contingent on the completion of a successful background check.