Program Assistant

The Environmental Law Alliance Worldwide (ELAW) is seeking a Full-Time Program Assistant in Eugene, OR, to support various teams with tasks such as data management, team coordination, and general clerical duties. Candidates should have a commitment to human rights and environmental protection, with skills in data entry and proficiency in office software. The position is onsite, offering a salary of $46,000 - $52,000 and benefits.
The Environmental Law Alliance Worldwide (ELAW) seeks a motivated individual to support our team and our work with public interest lawyers around the world.

ELAW is a global alliance of lawyers, scientists, and other advocates collaborating across borders to build a sustainable, just future. ELAW's global partners are addressing complex issues including challenging fossil fuel projects; reining in plastic pollution; protecting the climate; defending land rights; securing clean water; conserving ecosystems; and protecting environmental defenders.

The Full-Time Program Assistant will help support the Law, Defenders, and Science Teams at ELAW.

Duties include:
• Data entry, management, and updates in Salesforce database
• Support team leads with various team management tasks
• Provide general support such as redirecting inquiries, locating documents, editing, proofreading, and more
• Providing translation using technical tools
• Scheduling meetings
• Coordinating schedules of various teams and working groups
• Coordinating interpreters for meetings
• Matching volunteers with team needs
• Updating resources on the ELAW web site
• Checking data for consistency
• Support intern recruitment processes
• Gathering data from various teams
• Travel support
• Support documentation management and organization
• Other tasks such as preparing legal documents for filing, and mailing documents
• Occasional research support
• Other general clerical and office tasks

Required experience and qualifications
• A demonstrated commitment to human rights and environmental protection
• Permission to work in the United States
• Residence in or near Eugene, Oregon
• Computer proficiency and the ability to work on a computer for extended periods of time
• Experience with, exposure to, or strong interest in data entry
• Interest, ability, or experience working successfully in cross-cultural settings
• The ability to work within a team, as well as independently
• General working knowledge of office equipment
• The ability to use or learn the Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word and Excel
• The ability to use or learn Google Workspace, including Calendar, Gmail, Drive, and Docs
• The ability to use or learn virtual collaboration technology tools, including Zoom and Google Meet
• A smartphone or phone that is able to use various apps
• Fluency in English and one other language
• Writing, proofreading, and editing skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Good time-management skills and ability to prioritize competing tasks
• Good problem-solving skills
• Willingness to join occasional meetings outside traditional working hours

Preferred experience and qualifications:
• Post high school degree in relevant field
• Experience with Salesforce or other database programs
• Office experience: 1+ years
• Experience with non-profit organizations
• Other languages are a plus
• Experience working with volunteers
• Experience supporting lawyers or formatting legal documents

Compensation: $46,000 - $52,000

Benefits include:
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Location: Onsite at Eugene, OR Office

ELAW does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, gender, disability, socio-economic background, age, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, national origin, ancestry, status with regards to public assistance, or immigration status. ELAW is committed to justice and equity and our outreach, recruitment, and hiring practices reflect our commitment to actively developing the skills of a diverse community.

To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume or CV - as one pdf document.

Application deadline: March 31, 2026

No phone calls, please.