Thousand Currents Hiring Remote Manager, Executive Support – Earn USD 97,000 Annually | Apply by 11 August 2026

Thousand Currents is seeking an experienced Manager, Executive Support – Philanthropic Partnerships & Influence (PPI) Team to provide strategic operational support to senior leadership while helping advance global movements for social, environmental, and economic justice.

This fully remote, full-time opportunity is open to candidates based in the United States, Africa, Asia and the Pacific, or Latin America and the Caribbean, provided they can maintain at least 5 hours of overlap with GMT-5.

About Thousand Currents

Thousand Currents supports grassroots movements led by communities most affected by injustice. The organisation provides flexible funding, partnerships, and resources to movements working to transform food systems, energy systems, economies, and the protection of the global commons.

The organisation partners with visionary groups across:

• Africa
• Latin America and the Caribbean
• Asia and the Pacific

Through long-term solidarity and support, Thousand Currents helps communities build solutions that promote social justice, climate resilience, and sustainable futures.

About the Manager, Executive Support Role

The Manager, Executive Support, Philanthropic Partnerships & Influence (PPI) will provide high-level administrative, strategic, and operational support to the Vice President of Philanthropic Partnerships & Influence.

This role requires someone who can anticipate leadership needs, manage complex priorities, strengthen communication systems, and support effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

The successful candidate will combine:

• Executive support expertise
• Strong writing skills
• Project management ability
• Strategic thinking
• Excellent organisation
• Sound judgement and confidentiality

Key Responsibilities

Executive Operations and Communications

The Manager will:

• Manage the Vice President’s calendar and priorities.
• Draft and review executive communications.
• Support inbox management and correspondence follow-up.
• Prepare briefing materials for important meetings.
• Maintain Salesforce records.
• Coordinate meetings, agendas, notes, and follow-up actions.
• Support communication between leadership and teams.

Strategic Project Management

Responsibilities include:

• Track executive projects, deadlines, and priorities.
• Coordinate meetings to support decision-making.
• Maintain organisational documents and databases.
• Manage consultant contracts and payments.
• Support special projects led by the Vice President.
• Improve administrative processes and workflows.
• Handle confidential information with discretion.

Conferences, Meetings and Travel

The role will also:

• Develop conference and meeting calendars.
• Prepare briefing documents and background research.
• Coordinate travel arrangements and logistics.
• Support accommodation, registration, transport, and visa processes.
• Manage expense reports and reimbursements.
• Track commitments after meetings and events.

Organisational Collaboration

The successful candidate will contribute to:

• Staff meetings and organisational activities.
• Team collaboration across departments.
• Events, training, and organisational initiatives.
• A culture based on learning, accountability, and care.

Candidate Requirements

Thousand Currents is looking for a professional who demonstrates:

• Strong alignment with social and environmental justice values.
• Extensive experience supporting senior executives.
• Experience supporting leaders involved in fundraising or partnerships is preferred.
• Ability to manage changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organisation and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently in a remote global team.
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through.
• Ability to handle confidential information.
• Experience using digital collaboration tools.

Preferred Technical Skills

Experience with:

• Google Suite
• Asana
• Slack
• Salesforce (an advantage)

Salary and Benefits

Position: Manager, Executive Support – PPI Team
Organisation: Thousand Currents
Location: Fully Remote
Employment Type: Full-time, Exempt
Salary: USD 97,000 annually
Travel: Up to 10%
Application Deadline: 11 August 2026, 5:00 PM ET

Benefits Include:

• Health, dental, and vision reimbursement or stipend.
• International medical travel insurance.
• 10 paid annual holidays.
• Flexible paid time off policy.
• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave.
• Work-from-home setup stipend up to USD 1,000.
• Wellness stipend up to USD 2,000 annually.
• Work-from-home expenses support up to USD 1,500 annually.
• Professional development funding up to USD 2,000 annually after probation.
• Monthly retirement contribution equivalent to a 4% salary boost.
• Potential sabbatical leave after seven years.

Remote Work Eligibility

Applicants may work remotely from:

• United States
• Africa
• Asia and the Pacific
• Latin America and the Caribbean

Candidates must have a schedule that allows significant working-hour overlap with GMT-5.

Please note: Thousand Currents does not provide visa sponsorship or relocation assistance.

Ideal Candidate Profile

This role is suitable for professionals with experience in:

• Executive assistance
• Operations management
• Nonprofit leadership support
• Philanthropic partnerships
• Fundraising operations
• Project coordination
• Remote team collaboration

The position offers an opportunity to work closely with global leaders and support movements creating lasting change for communities and the planet.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit:

• Updated CV
• Short cover letter (maximum 300 words)
• Responses to application questions

Applications must demonstrate relevant experience with clear examples of executive support, communication, coordination, and project management achievements.

Deadline: 11 August 2026, 5:00 PM ET.

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