C2ES is an independent, nonpartisan, nonprofit organization working to forge ambitious and practical solutions to climate change. Our mission is to secure and safe and stable climate by accelerating the transition to a thriving, just and resilient low-carbon economy. What sets C2ES apart is our combination of policy and analytical expertise, longstanding relationships with leading businesses, and reputation as a trusted convener.&nbsp; We work closely with international climate negotiators, federal, state, and local policymakers, executives of Fortune 500 businesses, and a wide range of other stakeholders to advance strong policy and action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, promote clean energy, and strengthen resilience to climate impacts. We believe ambitious and effective climate policy is essential to a prosperous, sustainable, and equitable economy. As an organization, we are collaborative, unconstrained by silos, focused on where we can have greatest impact, and excited about growing our scale and reach while maintaining our nimbleness and entrepreneurial culture.

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Job TypeFull-timeDescriptionAbout the Center for Climate and Energy Solutions (C2ES): Our mission is to secure a safe and stable climate by accelerating the transition to a thriving, just, and resilient low-carbon economy. We are widely recognized as an influential voice on climate issues, a trusted convener, and a credible source of expertise and analysis. We work closely with international climate negotiators; federal, state, and local policymakers; executives of Fortune 500 businesses; and a wide range of other stakeholders to advance strong policy and action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, promote clean energy, and strengthen resilience to climate impacts. C2ES is an independent, nonpartisan, nonprofit organization.&nbsp;Our organizational values: We are ambitious and practical, advancing effective solutions that push the boundaries of the achievable. We are open-minded and inclusive, seeking out and considering a wide range of voices, views, and approaches. We are people-focused, dedicated to improving human well-being and recognizing that respect and empathy are central to success. We are one team, working collaboratively, communicating openly, making ourselves accessible to each other, and treating one another with kindness and respect.&nbsp;Position Summary: The Senior Institutional Giving Officer will play a key role in the fundraising efforts from foundations, corporations, and other institutional donors. They will partner with senior program staff, the President, the VP for Strategy and Development and Senior Director of Institutional Giving, and NGO partner leaders to seek strategic philanthropic investments in C2ES’s work and build long-term, sustainable, and growing support for our program priorities. They will leverage their existing knowledge of the funding landscape to steward existing donors and identify and build new relationships to support C2ES as an indispensable partner in the climate and energy landscape in the U.S. and abroad. This person will be charged with managing a portfolio of grants, with a focus on six- and seven-figure relationships to support the growth and effectiveness of C2ES as a high-performing, nimble, and entrepreneurial organization. This role will also manage fundraising efforts for the Renewable Thermal Collaborative (RTC) – an industrial decarbonization collaboration between C2ES and founding partners World Wildlife Fund and David Gardner and Associates, spending about 30% of their time developing a pipeline of funding and stewarding existing funders to help stand up the effort as an independent 501(c)3 organization. As a key collaborator with program staff across the organization and across the RTC partnership, the Senior Institutional Giving Officer will provide advice and input to hone&nbsp; program strategies that reflect C2ES’s and RTC’s strengths and leadership in the global climate mitigation and resilience space and anticipate synergies with emerging funding opportunities. They will also work closely with the finance and program teams to provide timely, accurate budgets and narrative reports to funders that clearly convey the impact and value of their investment and build C2ES’s reputation as a leader in delivering results.&nbsp;&nbsp;RequirementsMajor Responsibilities: &nbsp;<ul><li>Lead the day-to-day management of a defined institutional giving portfolio of mid-six to seven-figure funding prospects in coordination with organizational and programmatic needs and targets; meet or exceed annual fundraising goals through effective collaboration with program and leadership teams.&nbsp;</li><li>Define fundraising goals, budgets, and projections for institutional funding sources and chart a strategy to achieve those goals.&nbsp;</li><li>Collaborate with program, development and organizational leadership to develop long-term fundraising strategies and implement effective cultivation and solicitation plans. Support program and strategic planning efforts with an eye toward positioning C2ES as a premier philanthropic investment.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Ensure that relationships are advanced through timely, compelling, and accurate proposals, reports, and other stewardship communications. &nbsp;</li><li>Identify and cultivate a pipeline of support for the Renewable Thermal Collaborative's work, and ensure communication and coordination of fundraising efforts across the partner organizations.&nbsp;</li><li>Establish fundraising best practices and a platform for future growth for RTC’s work, and build a foundation that can sustain its work over time.&nbsp;</li><li>Support the Senior Director of Institutional Giving in cultivating and stewarding seven to eight-figure relationships as necessary, including performing research and other work to identify new prospects.&nbsp;</li><li>Develop talking points and other materials for executive staff donor meeting preparation.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Implement systems, procedures and policies to mature C2ES’s fundraising process in line with best practices.&nbsp;</li><li>Contribute to building an inclusive, collaborative, and engaging culture as a cross-functional member within a growing and cohesive team.&nbsp;</li></ul>Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion expectations:<ul><li>Participate in monthly all-staff meetings led by the staff Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Council (JEDI-C), which provide an opportunity to interact and learn about various DEI-related topics.&nbsp;</li><li>Demonstrate commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.&nbsp;</li><li>Complete company training assigned during onboarding and on a yearly basis, including specialized training as relevant for management positions. &nbsp;</li></ul>Minimum Qualifications: &nbsp;<ul><li>Minimum of 10 years of progressive fundraising experience, working with leading funders in the environmental and/or climate philanthropic community. Experience fundraising for policy-related work, both domestic and international, and technology solutions preferred.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Proven ability to secure and manage multiple six to seven-figure funding opportunities concurrently while simultaneously building a pipeline of new prospects.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Extensive knowledge of the climate and clean energy funding landscape.&nbsp;</li><li>Excellent editing and writing skills&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to interpret and work with finance staff to build proposal budgets and review financial reports&nbsp;</li><li>Experience utilizing a CRM platform; Salesforce preferred&nbsp;</li><li>Demonstrated ability to prioritize among and efficiently manage multiple priorities and meet critical deadlines.&nbsp;</li><li>Flexibility, willingness to pitch in at all levels, and a team player.&nbsp;</li><li>Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to work collaboratively and independently, as needed. &nbsp;</li></ul>Desired Qualifications: &nbsp;<ul><li>Knowledge of the industrial decarbonization funding landscape and other emerging decarbonization and energy trends&nbsp;</li><li>Exceptional communication skills, with ability to translate technical material to non-technical audiences, and effectively communicate complex technical concepts when required.&nbsp;</li><li>Interdisciplinary understanding of climate/technology/energy issues (science, technology, economics, business, law and policy).&nbsp;</li><li>Commitment to, knowledge of, or experience in advancing issues of diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental/climate justice.</li><li>Master’s degree preferred.&nbsp;</li></ul>Employment Status: Full-time, benefits-eligible; exempt from overtime.&nbsp;Starting salary range: $120,000-$150,000, depending on experience and qualifications.&nbsp;To apply, please upload two things: a cover letter and resume to our website.&nbsp;Benefits Offered:<ul><li>Health Insurance. C2ES covers 80% of the health insurance premiums.</li><li>Dental Insurance. C2ES covers 100% of the total cost of the dental plan.&nbsp;</li><li>Vision Insurance: Employee covers the total cost of this plan.</li><li>Long- and Short-Term Disability.</li><li>FSA.</li><li>Group Life insurance and Voluntary Life insurance.</li><li>Leave Time: New employees start with 3 weeks' vacation per year.</li><li>Sick time: up to 10 days per year.</li><li>Personal Leave: Up to two personal leave days.</li><li>FMLA Leave: Case by case is evaluated by the Supervisor and HR.</li><li>Parental Leave&nbsp;</li><li>Holidays: C2ES observes several holidays during the year. Additionally, the organization closes the last week of year.</li><li>5% C2ES contribution towards 403b retirement Plan.</li><li>Hybrid and flexible environment.</li></ul>Reporting to: Senior Director of Institutional Giving &nbsp;Travel time and Location: C2ES operates a hybrid work environment from our main office in Washington, DC. We will consider remote applicants for this position that are able to commit to being present at week-long quarterly all-hands meetings in the Washington, DC metro area and travel as needed to fulfill their job responsibilities. Other travel as required to fulfill fundraising responsibilities.&nbsp;We are fully committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice. We believe we will only be effective in developing and advocating for climate solutions if we have a diverse range of voices and perspectives represented within C2ES, in our work, and among our partners. C2ES is committed to creating and growing a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion within our organization and among the stakeholders we collaborate with and convene. By fostering this culture, we can enhance our work and amplify our impact. We encourage individuals of all races, ethnicities, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, sexual identities, and abilities to apply for this position. For more on C2ES's DEIJ policy, visit: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.c2es.org/about/diversity-equity-inclusion-and-justice/">https://www.c2es.org/about/diversity-equity-inclusion-and-justice/</a>&nbsp;

Senior Institutional Giving Officer

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About the Center for Climate and Energy Solutions (C2ES):&nbsp;Our mission is to secure a safe and stable climate by accelerating the transition to a thriving, just, and resilient low-carbon economy. We are widely recognized as an influential voice on climate issues, a trusted convener, and a credible source of expertise and analysis. We work closely with international climate negotiators; federal, state, and local policymakers; executives of Fortune 500 businesses; and a wide range of other stakeholders to advance strong policy and action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, promote clean energy, and strengthen resilience to climate impacts. C2ES is an independent, nonpartisan, nonprofit organization.&nbsp;
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About the Energy Transition Accelerator (ETA):&nbsp;C2ES is the Secretariat of the Energy Transition Accelerator (ETA), a joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State, The Rockefeller Foundation, and the Bezos Earth Fund to catalyze private capital, including through voluntary carbon markets, to accelerate the transition from dirty to clean power in emerging and developing economies. In accelerating the clean energy transition, the ETA will aim to deliver deeper, earlier emissions reductions, help developing countries achieve and strengthen their nationally determined contributions (NDCs) under the Paris Agreement, and advance broader sustainable development goals, including expanded energy access and poverty alleviation. It will also generate new finance to strengthen adaptation efforts in vulnerable countries. Our 2024 workplan revolves around building a coalition of qualified private sector and sovereign government buyers, and countries who are interested in generating high integrity carbon credits representing verified greenhouse gas emissions. &nbsp;
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Our organizational values:&nbsp;We are ambitious and practical, advancing effective solutions that push the boundaries of the achievable. We are open-minded and inclusive, seeking out and considering a wide range of voices, views, and approaches. We are people-focused, dedicated to improving human well-being and recognizing that respect and empathy are central to success. We are one team, working collaboratively, communicating openly, making ourselves accessible to each other, and treating one another with kindness and respect.&nbsp;
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The&nbsp;Energy Transition Accelerator Coordinator&nbsp;will be a key part of the ETA Secretariat team in supporting the development, launch, and ongoing successful operation of the ETA Coalition. The role will involve contributing to the development of ETA through project management, coordination, and operational support; research and technical analysis; and strategic engagement with companies and countries. This position provides an exciting opportunity to join a small, fast-moving team committed to effective and ambitious climate action and to be involved in an innovative &ldquo;big bet&rdquo; initiative that has the potential to be transformational &ndash; while at the same time belonging to a broader organization (C2ES) at an exciting inflection point in its history. The ETA Coordinator will report to the ETA Senior Manager.&nbsp;
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Major responsibilities:&nbsp;&nbsp;
The ETA Coordinator will support the ETA Partners and others on the Secretariat team in the development of key elements of the ETA as follows:&nbsp;
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<li>Participate as a member of the ETA Secretariat team supporting day-to-day operations, including:&nbsp;</li>
<li>Maintaining ETA workplans, taking notes and recording decisions, following up on next steps, and updating progress trackers; &nbsp;</li>
<li>Arranging and supporting stakeholder consultations to gather broad perspectives and expertise from companies, countries, ETA&rsquo;s Senior Consultative Group, and civil society organizations;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Preparing slide decks, background documents, and other materials for internal and external ETA calls;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Coordinate ETA engagement with countries and companies, including:&nbsp;</li>
<li>Scheduling and tracking bilateral outreach, including emails and phone calls with internal working groups and broader ETA team; &nbsp;</li>
<li>Tracking participation and engagement by countries and companies, including invitations and RSVPs to recurring ETA calls, and ensure timely follow-ups;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Scheduling internal team calls as well as calls with stakeholders, and recording and sharing call notes; &nbsp;</li>
<li>Preparing briefing materials for calls with companies and countries; &nbsp;</li>
<li>Helping to organize events and meetings with companies, countries, ETA Partners, and other stakeholders;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Contribute to the development of key ETA elements, such as:&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Gathering data and analysis to estimate the potential supply and demand of ETA credits; &nbsp;</li>
<li>Conducting literature surveys and other desk research to inform the development of a governance model for the ETA Coalition;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Conducting research on carbon credit pricing , e.g., desk research to assess pricing options for jurisdictional-scale credits based on the LEAF Coalition model;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) expectations:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Participate in C2ES monthly all-staff DEI meetings; &nbsp;</li>
<li>Demonstrate commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment; &nbsp;</li>
<li>Complete trainings during on-boarding and on a yearly basis.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
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Minimum Qualifications:&nbsp;&nbsp;
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<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in a related field (e.g., economics, environmental or energy policy, environmental studies, political science) and 1-2 years of relevant experience;&nbsp;or&nbsp;at least 5 years of relevant experience;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Strong writing, research, and analytic skills, including proficiency in compiling and analyzing publicly available data and deriving and presenting relevant insights;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Aptitude for assembling cogent, concise, and compelling briefings, slide decks, and other presentation materials;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Broad familiarity with and interest in relevant topics in climate policy, such as carbon markets, electric power sector decarbonization, and/or climate finance;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Highly organized and attentive to detail; &nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Strong project management skills; &nbsp;</li>
<li>Entrepreneurial, self-directed, and willing to take initiative as appropriate;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Ability to work quickly, juggling multiple demands, in a fast-paced environment;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Working knowledge of Spanish or another foreign language a plus.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
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Starting Salary Base: $55,000 - $67,000, depending on experience and qualifications.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
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Status: Full-time, benefits eligible&nbsp;&nbsp;
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Reporting to:&nbsp;ETA Senior Manager&nbsp;
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Travel and Location:&nbsp;C2ES operates a hybrid work environment from our main office in Washington, D.C.. Preference will be given to applicants in (or willing to move to) the Washington, DC metro area, with physical presence expected in the office at least 3 days per week. We will, however, also consider remote applicants for this position.&nbsp;&nbsp;
To apply, please upload a cover letter, resume, and a short writing sample to our website.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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Benefits Offered:&nbsp;&nbsp;
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<li>Health Insurance. C2ES covers 80% of the health insurance premiums.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Dental Insurance. C2ES covers 100% of the dental premiums.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Vision Insurance: Employee covers the total cost of this plan.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Long Term Disability and Short-Term Disability.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Flexible Spending Account (FSA).&nbsp;</li>
<li>Group Life insurance and Voluntary Life insurance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Leave Time: New employees start accumulating 3 weeks' vacation per year.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Sick time: up to 10 days per year.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Personal Leave: Up to Two personal leave days per year&nbsp;</li>
<li>FMLA Leave: Case by case is evaluated by the Supervisor and HR.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Parental Leave&nbsp;</li>
<li>Holidays: C2ES observes 12 holidays during the year. Additionally, the organization closes the last week of year.&nbsp;</li>
<li>5% C2ES contribution towards 403b retirement Plan.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Hybrid and flexible environment.&nbsp;</li>
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We also are fully committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice. We believe we will only be effective in developing and advocating for climate solutions if we have a diverse range of voices and perspectives represented within C2ES, in our work, and among our partners. C2ES is committed to creating and growing a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion within our organization and among the stakeholders we collaborate with and convene. By fostering this culture, we can enhance our work and amplify our impact. We encourage individuals of all races, ethnicities, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, sexual identities, and abilities to apply for this position. For more on C2ES&rsquo;s DEIJ policy, visit:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.c2es.org/about/diversity-equity-inclusion-and-justice" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.c2es.org/about/diversity-equity-inclusion-and-justice</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;
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