We are an Equal Opportunity employer striving to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment where everyone feels that they have a voice that is heard.Role summaryReporting directly to the Executive Vice President, the Director of External Communications is a senior-level position responsible for driving the company's integrated communications strategy. In this role, you will develop and implement communications strategy and brand position, manage external communications and public relations consultants, interact with reporters, work closely with company leadership, and lead crisis management. An important part of the job will be coordinating and engaging with internal teams (marketing, product, data analytics, and policy) to maximize opportunities to support Renew Home and our partners. Key to your success will be establishing and elevating a new brand within the energy and smart home sector. You need to be a supporter of our mission and ready for an incredible journey. <h3></h3><h3>What you will do</h3><ul><ul> <li>Develop and implement a proactive external communications strategy - inclusive of media relations, speaking engagements, awards, events, content, and digital/social media - to raise awareness of Renew Home and its transformational initiatives.</li> <li>Monitor industry trends, tools, and technologies and implement innovative traditional, event, and social/online communications initiatives.</li> <li>Build and drive a structured and measurable executive communications program for the CEO and selected company leaders. This includes establishing a narrative that demonstrates industry leadership and that advances key business objectives as well as coaching leadership and writing message points for high-impact opportunities.</li> <li>Drive engagement through strategic thought leadership initiatives with key external partners and platforms.</li> <li>Develop and, if necessary, implement crisis communications plans. Train and prep company spokespeople.</li> <li>Identify additional company spokespeople, evaluate and determine the narratives for each, and pursue thought leadership opportunities (speaking, media, social) accordingly, ultimately building awareness and increasing positive reputation for the brand.</li> <li>Closely align with company leadership on upcoming company and project milestones and announcements to ensure awareness and determine how/when to publicize to media and partners.</li> <li>Establish and work to meet measurable KPIs to ensure the effective use of resources and performance data to determine the effectiveness of external communications strategy and implementation.</li> </ul></ul>Requirements<ul><ul> <li>Minimum 10 years of communications experience.</li> <li>Excellent writing, speaking and presentation skills with ability to serve as the company’s spokesperson.</li> <li>Strong project management and collaborative skills.</li> <li>Clean energy industry experience preferred.</li> <li>Team player and builder - leads by example and creates an inclusive environment, managing people with a human touch to create a great place to work that inspires and motivates everyone.</li> <li>Ability to work closely with marketing, product, policy, and data analytics to craft a compelling narrative for our company and mission.</li> <li>Possess strong media relations skills and a deep understanding of the media landscape. Proven ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with journalists, editors, and influencers, resulting in consistent media coverage and positive press.</li> <li>Exhibit exceptional crisis communication skills, including rapid response, message development, and stakeholder management during challenging situations. Skilled in effectively mitigating risks to protect and enhance the organization's reputation.</li> <li>Good judgment and attention to detail - particularly in confidential situations and high-pressure times.</li> <li>Excellent ability to understand and translate complex ideas for diverse stakeholders.</li> <li>Intellectual curiosity, self-motivation, resourcefulness, integrity, and an eagerness to take responsibility for the continuous improvement of processes and results.</li> <li>Self-motivated and able to adapt quickly to changing priorities and tight deadlines</li> </ul></ul>Benefits<h3>What you'll get</h3><ul> <li>A competitive salary based on experience. The base salary for this role is: $185k-$225k</li> <li>Fully remote work environment with home office set-up allowance.</li> <li>Real and lived work-life balance - Company perks include unlimited vacation (which our C-level team actively encourages everyone to take!), parental leave, and a corporate values of working sustainably and putting families first.</li> <li>Competitive benefits package that includes full suite of wellness benefits and stock options.</li> <li>Opportunity to work with amazing people who are passionate about halting climate change, thriving in a fully-remote work environment, and learning and growing every day. Not eligible for visa sponsorship. </li> </ul><ul><li>EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER</li></ul><ul><li>Individuals seeking employment at Renew Home are considered without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender identification, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital, parental, veteran or military status, unfavorable military discharge, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.</li></ul><ul><li>We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.</li></ul>

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Director of External Communications (Remote, US & Canada)

The Climate Reality Project is a nonprofit organization founded by former US Vice President Al Gore. Our mission is to catalyze a global solution to the climate crisis by making urgent action a necessity across every sector of society.
At The Climate Reality Project, we come to work every day to help solve the climate crisis. We do it by working from the ground up, empowering people and communities worldwide to fight for their future and together drive a just transition to clean energy.
We are committed to building a more just and equitable world, one where all voices are heard and respected regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or physical ability. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other historically marginalized communities. We encourage applicants to read our diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice statement on our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.climaterealityproject.org/">website</a>.
<h4>POSITION SUMMARY</h4>
The Climate Reality Project seeks a Digital Fundraising Manager to oversee the online fundraising program at the organization. They will work cross-departmentally and within the digital team to create and manage digital fundraising campaigns across email, social media, web, SMS, and digital ads.
This is a full time, exempt, benefits-eligible, hybrid position, currently expected to work from The Climate Reality Project office in downtown Washington DC at least two days per week. The salary for the role is $70,655 per year. &nbsp;
<h4>DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES</h4>
<ul>
<li>Oversee digital fundraising and engagement initiatives and campaigns to acquire, renew and retain members.</li>
<li>Oversee creation and execution of online cultivation and stewardship communications, as well as direct solicitations.</li>
<li>Collaborate with other members of the Digital Team to optimize our website, SMS program, and organic social media to maximize digital fundraising opportunities.</li>
<li>Track the performance of our digital fundraising and regularly report to organizational stakeholders.</li>
<li>Lead paid acquisition program of new supporters (ads + list buys) and manage an onboarding strategy to convert as many as possible into donors.</li>
<li>Act as primary contact for EveryAction and other fundraising tools and properties.</li>
<li>Run regular testing to optimize performance and co-manage digital testing plan with digital mobilization senior manager.</li>
<li>Pull and analyze data and lists related to email, fundraising performance, and more on EveryAction, in collaboration with the digital fundraising associate.</li>
<li>Research new digital trends, tools, and benchmarks (and responding accordingly).</li>
<li>Co-manage Climate Reality&rsquo;s email and SMS calendar in collaboration with the digital mobilization senior manager and others on the Digital Team.</li>
<li>Proof and assure quality of all digital fundraising-related content before launch.</li>
</ul>
<h4>REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES</h4>
<ul>
<li>Excellent communicator, storyteller, problem solver, and creative and strategic thinker, able to keep track of many moving parts with competing deadlines.&nbsp;</li>
<li>A team player and people person who builds strong relationships and has the skills to resolve conflict while still maintaining important and effective relationships.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Proven ability to turn ideas into actionable and measurable plans.</li>
<li>Ability to give and receive feedback well.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Track record of working effectively across multiple differences (race, gender, age, language, orientation, urban/rural, etc.).&nbsp;</li>
<li>Care deeply about both climate change and environmental justice and want to work to solve the climate crisis and create a healthy and equitable future for all.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer required.</li>
<li>This role will require some domestic and international travel.</li>
</ul>
<h4>EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE</h4>
<ul>
<li>Equivalent experience and/or a Bachelor's degree welcome.</li>
<li>Has a minimum of 5 years of experience strategizing and executing digital fundraising campaigns.</li>
<li>At least two years experience directly managing staff</li>
<li>Demonstrated experience with EveryAction/Bonterra or similar platform utilized for digital fundraising required</li>
<li>Interest and some experience working with international audiences and content desired.</li>
</ul>
<h4>ORGANIZATIONAL COMPETENCIES</h4>
The Climate Reality Project has adopted a competency-based approach to job definition, hiring, performance assessment, and professional development. The following are our seven organization-wide competencies and examples of how they manifest for this role.
<ol>
<li>Teamwork and Collaboration:&nbsp;Actively listens to others and seeks to understand diverse perspectives; proactively and effectively manages larger teams; demonstrates the ability to effectively supervise.</li>
<li>Flexibility and Adaptability:&nbsp;Demonstrates the ability to adapt to changing priorities and circumstances; takes initiative to solve problems, improve processes, and/or achieve outcomes; learns quickly when faced with new situations or systems.</li>
<li>Written and Verbal Communication:&nbsp;Written communication is clear and concise; verbal communication is intentional and straightforward; clearly communicates a shared vision and priorities for the department; clearly conveys objectives, deadlines, and expectations to supervisees.</li>
<li>Time and Project Management:&nbsp;Manages multiple competing priorities, tasks, and projects effectively; holds staff and self accountable for achieving objectives; effectively manages conflict among the team, seeing conflicts as opportunities, integrating diverse views and finding common ground, and settling differences in productive ways.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Professional Development:&nbsp;Actively learns through experimentation when tackling new problems, using both successes and failures as learning fodder; supports supervisees&rsquo; professional development by providing opportunities to put skills into practice; connects supervisees to other advocates, experts, mentors, and resources and to substantive training opportunities.</li>
<li>Climate Justice:&nbsp;Knows and understands how systems and structures perpetuate inequities internally and externally; fully supports the organization's efforts to change said systems and structures; works to promote a welcoming and inclusive environment in Climate Reality spaces (workplace, events, trainings, and other convenings).</li>
<li>Climate Reality Mission and Focus:&nbsp;Is passionate about Climate Reality's role and mission and can act as a Climate Reality ambassador to a diverse set of audiences; stays up-to-date on climate trends, impacts and solutions.</li>
</ol>
<h4>ROLE-SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES</h4>
In addition to organization-wide competencies, each role has its own competencies. Below are examples of how each competency manifests in this role.
<ol>
<li>Communication Skills:&nbsp;&nbsp;Works with internal and external stakeholders to co-create new ideas and implement project plans on department-wide priorities; ensures alignment of the department's and organization's messaging with department- and organization-wide goals.</li>
<li>Technology and Data Systems:&nbsp;Possesses knowledge of common design tools, cross-channel marketing, and email/sms marketing.</li>
<li>Strategy Development:&nbsp;Envisions, develops, and implements comprehensive communications plans, message guidance, and media strategies to grow an organization&rsquo;s influence and impact and leverage opportunities at key moments; manages internal and external stakeholders on fundraising strategy and campaign executions; demonstrates big-picture thinking with their digital communications strategy and ensures alignment of teams' verticals with the organization's overall strategy.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
</ol>
<h4>HOW TO APPLY</h4>
Don&rsquo;t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Climate Reality, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you&rsquo;re excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in this job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
The Climate Reality Project is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or any other category prohibited by local, state or federal law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, social and recreational activities and termination.
Please send a cover letter and resume to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:to%C2%A0hiring@climatereality.com">&nbsp;hiring@climatereality.com</a>
<h4>BENEFITS</h4>
Excellent benefits, including employer paid 100% employee medical, life, dental, vision insurance. 401K, Paid Parental Leave, and other benefits such as wellness days, vacation and sick time are all included.

A nonprofit founded by Al Gore, dedicated to catalyzing urgent global action to solve the climate crisis.

Digital Fundraising Manager 

The Climate Reality Project is a nonprofit organization founded by former US Vice President Al Gore. Our mission is to catalyze a global solution to the climate crisis by making urgent action a necessity across every sector of society. &nbsp;
At The Climate Reality Project, we come to work every day to help solve the climate crisis. We do it by working from the ground up, empowering people and communities worldwide to fight for their future and together drive a just transition to clean energy.
We are committed to building a more just and equitable world, one where all voices are heard and respected regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or physical ability. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other historically marginalized communities. We encourage applicants to read our diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice statement on our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.climaterealityproject.org/">website</a>.
<h4>POSITION SUMMARY</h4>
The Training and Events Senior Associate is responsible for coordinating and supporting a variety of conferences and events related to climate change advocacy and awareness. These projects are both domestic and international and require travel.
Currently reporting to the Training and Events Senior Manager, this role serves as a subject matter expert to the Training and Events team.
This is a hybrid position requiring a two day per week minimum work requirement in our downtown Washington DC office.&nbsp; The salary for the role is $74,351/year.&nbsp;
<h4>DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES</h4>
<h4>GENERAL</h4>
<ul>
<li>Works closely with the Senior Manager, and at times independently, to implement the strategy and planning of activities, and organizing meetings and special events and of various sizes.</li>
<li>Plans logistics and supports the negotiation of contract(s) for conferences, and/or events, with respect to budgets, speakers, entertainment, transportation, facilities, technology, equipment, logistical requirements, printing, food and beverage, and other related issues.</li>
<li>Gathers information, coordinates between Legal Department and vendors during negotiation of terms and fees, and serves as a liaison with facilities, vendors, entertainers, etc., for service, in accordance with budget constraints and organizational policies and procedures.</li>
<li>Coordinates closely with external sustainability coordinator and venues to ensure sustainability practices are well planned, correctly implemented, and compliance documented during and after events</li>
<li>Assists departmental project manager with day-to-day monitoring and reporting on projects, taking on subsets of the event project management as needed</li>
<li>Researches and identifies applicable vendors for event support in line with organizational sustainability and procurement guidelines.</li>
<li>Plans and travels on site visits to potential or confirmed venue locations for future events</li>
<li>Supports and oversees on-site training of day-of event staff as needed</li>
<li>Acts as on-site liaison and assistant to Senior Manager during events, including coordinating logistics, troubleshooting, and communications</li>
<li>Assists in the management and production of attendee and staff materials</li>
<li>Participates and sometimes leads event debriefs and analyzes post-event learning, sharing within Training &amp; Events team and wider organization</li>
<li>Supports and contributes to the ongoing improvement of our operations and enrichment of our culture, for example by serving on ad hoc or ongoing working groups, assisting with the onboarding and training of colleagues, and participating in efforts to assess, refine, and strengthen our culture and practices</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned</li>
</ul>
<h4> REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES</h4>
<ul>
<li>Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a timely fashion</li>
<li>Strong logistics and project management skill with keen attention to detail</li>
<li>Ability to be flexible, prioritize workload, and manage time effectively</li>
<li>Strong customer service background</li>
<li>Awareness of cultural diversity and ability to work effectively with international attendees and vendors</li>
<li>Self-starter with the ability to identify and solve for system weaknesses with creative solutions</li>
<li>Strong project management documentation, planning, tracking, and communicating to all stakeholders with goal of turning in all deliverables to stakeholders successfully.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Professional working proficiency with Microsoft Office to include Word, PowerPoint, and Keynote</li>
<li>Strong working proficiency in Microsoft Office Excel</li>
<li>Experience with CRM, preferably Salesforce</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills</li>
<li>Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer required</li>
</ul>
<h4> EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE</h4>
<ul>
<li>Bachelor's degree, CMP certification, &mdash;or equivalent experience</li>
<li>A minimum of 4 years of relevant experience, such as hands-on experience in event coordination, hotel management, catering, and experience planning multiple medium to large sized events per year</li>
<li>Working knowledge of climate policy, just transition, clean energy, grassroots activism, and environmental and climate justice topics in the US and abroad appreciated and if not already a skillset will be an expectation to learn as part of the position</li>
</ul>
<h4> ORGANIZATIONAL COMPETENCIES</h4>
The Climate Reality Project has adopted a competency-based approach to job definition, hiring, performance assessment, and professional development. The following are our seven organization-wide competencies and examples of how they manifest for this role.
<ol>
<li>Teamwork and Collaboration:&nbsp;Builds and sustains productive working relationships with colleagues; actively listens to others and seeks to understand diverse perspectives; follows through on commitments.</li>
<li>Flexibility and Adaptability:&nbsp;Demonstrates the ability to adapt to changing priorities and circumstances; takes initiative to solve problems, improve processes, and/or achieve outcomes; learns quickly when faced with new situations or systems.</li>
<li>Written and Verbal Communication:&nbsp;Written communication is clear and concise; verbal communication is intentional and straightforward; provides timely and helpful information across the organization as needed; gives and receives constructive feedback in a thoughtful manner.</li>
<li>Time and Project Management:&nbsp;Possesses a strong work ethic i.e., a sense of ownership over tasks, commitment to following things through, and a willingness to do what it takes to get the job done; manages multiple competing priorities, tasks, and projects effectively; assigns work that is both manageable and appropriate to supervisees' level of experience.</li>
<li>Professional Development:&nbsp;Shows commitment and acts to continuously improve; connects with advocates, experts, mentors, and resources, and actively seeks new ways to grow and be challenged through internal and external training opportunities; accepts assignments that broaden capabilities.</li>
<li>Climate Justice:&nbsp;Works to understand and achieve anti-racist principles to disrupt the systems of white supremacy, privilege, classism, sexism, and racism; seeks to understand how systemic racism and environmental injustice impact individuals and frontline communities; works to promote a welcoming and inclusive environment in Climate Reality spaces (workplace, events, trainings, and other convenings).</li>
<li>Climate Reality Mission and Focus:&nbsp;Is passionate about Climate Reality's role and mission and can act as a Climate Reality ambassador to a diverse set of audiences; stays up-to-date on climate trends, impacts and solutions.</li>
</ol>
<h4> ROLE-SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES</h4>
In addition to organization-wide competencies, each role has its own competencies. Below are examples of how each competency manifests in this role.
<ol>
<li>Cultural Awareness:&nbsp;Demonstrates awareness of cultural diversity, with a lens on equity and justice; can work effectively with diverse groups, such as organizations, coalitions, and volunteers; works with communities to cultivate issue knowledge and advocacy.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Technology and Data Systems:&nbsp;Identifies and solves system weaknesses with creative solutions.</li>
<li>Interpersonal Skills:&nbsp;<a>Represents the division in organizational meetings and projects; represents Climate Reality at events and in the environmental community.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Leadership and Management:&nbsp;Facilitates and presents at cross-organizational planning meetings; creates briefing materials for speakers and Climate Reality leadership; is aware of how biases manifest in performance evaluations and conducts performance evaluations in an unbiased manner.</li>
</ol>
<h4> TO APPLY</h4>
Send a cover letter and resume to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:hiring@climatereality.com">hiring@climatereality.com</a>
<h4>BENEFITS</h4>
Excellent benefits, including employer paid 100% employee medical, life, dental, vision insurance. 401K, Paid Parental Leave, and other benefits such as wellness days, vacation and sick time are all included.
Don&rsquo;t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Climate Reality, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you&rsquo;re excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in this job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
The Climate Reality Project is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or any other category prohibited by local, state or federal law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, social and recreational activities and termination.

Training and Events Senior Associate (Hybrid)

The Climate Reality Project is a nonprofit organization founded by former US Vice President Al Gore. Our mission is to catalyze a global solution to the climate crisis by making urgent action a necessity across every sector of society. &nbsp;
At The Climate Reality Project, we come to work every day to help solve the climate crisis. We do it by working from the ground up, empowering people and communities worldwide to fight for their future and together drive a just transition to clean energy.
We are committed to building a more just and equitable world, one where all voices are heard and respected regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or physical ability. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other historically marginalized communities. We encourage applicants to read our diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice statement on our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.climaterealityproject.org/">website</a>.
<h4>POSITION SUMMARY</h4>
The Climate Justice Grants and Scholarships Program Manager is responsible for developing and managing the organization&rsquo;s training scholarship program. This position will identify and select scholarship recipients, communicate with awardees, collaborate with staff and vendors to manage the logistics (travel, housing, per diem, etc.) for scholarship recipients selected to attend Climate Reality Project Leadership Trainings, and work with the Engagement Team on post-training programming.
Currently reporting to the Vice President of Strategic Partnerships, the Climate Justice Grant Program Manager has one direct report, the Scholarships and Grants Associate. &nbsp;
This is a hybrid role that requires a two day minimum per week work requirement in our downtown Washington DC office. The salary for the role is $81,696/year. &nbsp;
<h4>DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES</h4>
<ul>
<li>Create an environment where supervisees feel comfortable sharing ideas and suggestions</li>
<li>Assign work that is both manageable and appropriate to supervisees' level of experience</li>
<li>Provide guidance and support when needed</li>
<li>Support supervisees&rsquo; professional development by providing opportunities to put skills into practice and connecting supervisees to other advocates, experts, mentors, and resources</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Manage the creation, implementation, and maintenance of procedures and processes for the scholarship program after coordination with multiple departments</li>
<li>With strategic direction from the department director, manage the day-to-day operations of the scholarship program and how it relates to organizational priorities, partnership management, recruitment opportunities, and more</li>
<li>Serve as the organization&rsquo;s primary substantive liaison for scholarship applicant and recipient questions, logistics, communications, and more</li>
<li>Cultivate new scholarship recipients through the creation of informational materials and recruitment strategies, working in conjunction with other departments</li>
<li>Determine the parameters within regulatory compliance for scholarship recipients, budgetary needs, and distribution of funds</li>
<li>Coordinate with the Special Projects team and outside vendors to arrange travel logistics for scholarship recipients</li>
<li>Budget the scholarship program for numerous events and ensuring funds are allocated within the budget approved</li>
<li>Steward long-term engagement strategies as they relate to scholarship recipients with internal and external stakeholders</li>
<li>Responsible for onsite logistics for scholarship administration, data collection, and scholarship program specific needs at trainings</li>
<li>Represent the Strategic Partnerships Department in organizational meetings and projects as necessary</li>
<li>Represent Climate Reality at domestic and international events and meetings when needed</li>
<li>Support and contribute to the ongoing improvement of our operations and enrichment of our culture, for example by serving on ad hoc or ongoing work groups, assisting with the onboarding and training of colleagues, and participating in efforts to assess, refine, and strengthen our culture and practices</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned</li>
</ul>
<h4> REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES</h4>
<ul>
<li>Relevant experience in nonprofit work, project or event management, or engagement (a focus on climate issues highly encouraged)</li>
<li>Experience in working with communities to cultivate issue knowledge and advocacy</li>
<li>Financial and budgetary experience as related to programs or events preferred</li>
<li>Awareness and appreciation for diversity, equity, and inclusion</li>
<li>Ability to work effectively with a variety of stakeholders, personalities, and leadership styles</li>
<li>Ability to travel</li>
<li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills</li>
<li>Effective organizational/project management skills working across multiple teams</li>
<li>Attention to detail and adherence to deadlines</li>
<li>Capable of balancing multiple priorities effectively</li>
<li>Enthusiastic, self-motivated, and committed to excellence</li>
<li>Solution-oriented approach</li>
<li>Personal commitment to Climate Reality&rsquo;s mission and demonstrated knowledge of climate and environmental issues</li>
<li>Proficient computer skills (MS Office and database management)</li>
<li>Self-starter with the ability to identify and solve for system weaknesses with creative solutions.</li>
<li>Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer required</li>
</ul>
<h4> EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE</h4>
<ul>
<li>Has between 2-4 years of experience</li>
<li>Comprehensive knowledge of the United States and international environmental justice movement</li>
</ul>
<h4> ORGANIZATIONAL COMPETENCIES</h4>
The Climate Reality Project has adopted a competency-based approach to job definition, hiring, performance assessment, and professional development. The following are our seven organization-wide competencies and examples of how they manifest for this role.
<ol>
<li>Teamwork and Collaboration:&nbsp;Builds and sustains productive working relationships with colleagues; actively listens to others and seeks to understand diverse perspectives; follows through on commitments.</li>
<li>Flexibility and Adaptability:&nbsp;Demonstrates the ability to adapt to changing priorities and circumstances; takes initiative to solve problems, improve processes, and/or achieve outcomes; learns quickly when faced with new situations or systems.</li>
<li>Written and Verbal Communication:&nbsp;Written communication is clear and concise; verbal communication is intentional and straightforward; provides timely and helpful information across the organization as needed; gives and receives constructive feedback in a thoughtful manner.</li>
<li>Time and Project Management:&nbsp;Possesses a strong work ethic i.e., a sense of ownership over tasks, commitment to following things through, and a willingness to do what it takes to get the job done; manages multiple competing priorities, tasks, and projects effectively; assigns work that is both manageable and appropriate to supervisees' level of experience.</li>
<li>Professional Development:&nbsp;Shows commitment and acts to continuously improve; connects with advocates, experts, mentors, and resources, and actively seeks new ways to grow and be challenged through internal and external training opportunities; accepts assignments that broaden capabilities.</li>
<li>Climate Justice:&nbsp;Works to understand and achieve anti-racist principles to disrupt the systems of white supremacy, privilege, classism, sexism, and racism; seeks to understand how systemic racism and environmental injustice impact individuals and frontline and fenceline communities; works to promote a welcoming and inclusive environment in Climate Reality spaces (workplace, events, trainings, and other convenings).</li>
<li>Climate Reality Mission and Focus:&nbsp;Is passionate about Climate Reality's role and mission and can act as a Climate Reality ambassador to a diverse set of audiences; stays up-to-date on climate trends, impacts and solutions.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
</ol>
<h4> ROLE-SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES</h4>
In addition to organization-wide competencies, each role has its own competencies. Below are examples of how each competency manifests in this role.
<ol>
<li>Communication and Facilitation Skills&nbsp;Communicates with the public and acts as a climate spokesperson on the environmental front and within media, education, and advocacy spaces. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Technology and Data Systems:&nbsp;Manages internal electronic document storage effectively, including for the purposes of supporting program metrics and analysis; Proficient use of Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and CRM software (e.g., Salesforce)&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Leadership and Management Skills:&nbsp;Manages staff, including planning and coordinating workflow for the team; Is a systems thinker with attention to detail and high standards for work products and relationship management; Sets ambitious goals.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Relationship Building:&nbsp;Leverages existing network to expand climate and environmental justice work; Fosters and strengthens partnerships between the public, other similar organizations, and Climate Reality.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>DEI&amp;J Content-Area Expertise:&nbsp;Approaches all work using a social justice framework: incorporates intersectionality when working on internal and external work; is inclusive of sociocultural groups; advocates for equity, inclusion, and justice within all aspects of the organization; and focuses on how privilege and white supremacist characteristics are part of the organization and works to dismantle them. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Cultural Awareness:&nbsp;Works effectively with international attendees and vendors; Approaches decisions (including vendor selections) with a sustainability framework.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
</ol>
<h4> HOW TO APPLY</h4>
Don&rsquo;t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Climate Reality, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you&rsquo;re excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in this job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
The Climate Reality Project is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or any other category prohibited by local, state or federal law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, social and recreational activities and termination.
Please send a cover letter and resume to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:hiring@climatereality.com">hiring@climatereality.com</a>
<h4>BENEFITS</h4>
Excellent benefits, including employer paid 100% employee medical, life, dental, vision insurance. 401K, Paid Parental Leave, and other benefits such as wellness days, vacation and sick time are all included.

Grants and Scholarships Manager (Hybrid)

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The Climate Reality Project is a nonprofit organization founded by former US Vice President Al Gore. Our mission is to catalyze a global solution to the climate crisis by making urgent action a necessity across every sector of society.&nbsp;
At The Climate Reality Project, we come to work every day to help solve the climate crisis. We do it by working from the ground up, empowering people and communities worldwide to fight for their future and together drive a just transition to clean energy.
We are committed to building a more just and equitable world, one where all voices are heard and respected regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or physical ability. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other historically marginalized communities. We encourage applicants to read our diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice statement on our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.climaterealityproject.org/?utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=idealist" target="_blank" rel="noopener">website</a>.
<h4>POSITION SUMMARY</h4>
The ideal candidate for this role will possess political and distributed organizing skills. The Regenerative Agriculture Organizer is responsible for supporting Climate Reality&rsquo;s federal and state policy advocacy campaign,&nbsp;Our Climate Moment&trade;: Let&rsquo;s Get to Work, and its sub-campaign on IRA implementation&nbsp;From Acts to Action. These campaigns are distributed and run through our online platform Reality Hub and our US volunteer-led Chapter network.
The Regenerative Agriculture Organizer is primarily responsible for supporting US Chapters, working groups, and Climate Reality Leaders on education and advocacy around regenerative agriculture as a solution to the climate crisis. This includes drafting materials, hosting meetings/trainings, implementing programming, coordinating with partners, outreach to Congressional contacts, supporting fly-ins with elected officials, and reporting on outcomes.
The Associate will also provide project management and administrative support to Climate Reality teams and assist with the planning and implementation of organizational events as needed.&nbsp; Currently reporting to the Legislative Advocacy Senior Manager on the Global Campaigns team, this role has no direct reports.
This position is within a union-represented collective bargaining unit, and specific terms and conditions of employment will be subject to a collective bargaining agreement between Climate Reality and the union.&nbsp;
This is a hybrid position, currently expected to work from The Climate Reality Office in downtown Washington DC at least two days per week.&nbsp;
This is a grant run position that will end in February 2025.
The salary for the role is $55,000/year.
<h4>DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES</h4>
<ul>
<li>Supporting the development and implementation of strategies and tactics for education and advocacy with Chapters and Climate Reality Leaders to preserve and implement the climate provisions in the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA).</li>
<li>Supporting the development and implementation of strategies and tactics and to educate and mobilize climate champions in Congress about federal policy as a vehicle for regenerative agriculture solutions to climate change.</li>
<li>Working with other Climate Reality departments to create content for public education highlighting the role that agriculture can play in solving the climate crisis.</li>
<li>Creating content for and supporting execution of national webinars to educate our volunteers and partners on regenerative farming, policy opportunities, and conservation funding available through the IRA and encourage mobilization.</li>
<li>Engaging Climate Reality leadership, Chapters, and the regenerative agriculture volunteer-based working group in targeted calls, emails to, and meetings with key Members of Congress.</li>
<li>Supporting the development and execution of virtual and in person fly-ins with Members of Congress on agriculture education including logistics, meetings, receptions, and materials.</li>
<li>Providing technical assistance to Chapters, working groups, and Climate Reality Leaders working on regenerative agriculture issues.</li>
<li>Drafting materials such as toolkits, one pagers, FAQs, and educational technical information.</li>
<li>Attending coalition calls to strengthen relationships with national and regional organizations.</li>
<li>Supporting Climate Reality&rsquo;s Climate Underground conference and other events, working with vendors and consultants, and project managing programmatic elements and initiatives.</li>
<li>Reporting regularly on metrics, impacts, lessons learned, and future recommendations both verbally and in writing.</li>
<li>Supporting and contributing to the ongoing improvement of our operations and enrichment of our culture, for example by serving on ad hoc or ongoing work groups, assisting with the onboarding and training of colleagues, and participating in efforts to assess, refine, and strengthen our culture and practices.</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
<h4>&nbsp;</h4>
<h4>REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES</h4>
<ul>
<li>Climate change experience preferred.</li>
<li>Agriculture experience preferred.</li>
<li>Strong organizational, written and verbal communications skills required.</li>
<li>Strong project management documentation, planning, tracking, and communicating to all stakeholders with the goal of turning in all deliverables to stakeholders successfully.</li>
<li>Ability to manage deadlines and&nbsp;multi-task.</li>
<li>Experience and awareness of cultural diversity, ability to work effectively with a diverse group&nbsp;of organizations and volunteers.</li>
<li>Salesforce and/or EveryAction experience preferred.</li>
<li>A dedication to solving the climate crisis.</li>
</ul>
<h4>&nbsp;</h4>
<h4>EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE</h4>
<ul>
<li>Bachelor's degree&mdash;or equivalent experience.</li>
<li>Has between 1-3 years of advocacy and/or policy experience.</li>
<li>Working knowledge of organizing communities, leading climate change campaigns, and cultural diversity.</li>
</ul>
<h4>&nbsp;</h4>
<h4>ORGANIZATIONAL COMPETENCIES</h4>
The Climate Reality Project has adopted a competency-based approach to job definition, hiring, performance assessment, and professional development. The following are our seven organization-wide competencies and examples of how they manifest for this role.
<ol>
<li>Teamwork and Collaboration:&nbsp;Builds and sustains productive working relationships with colleagues; actively listens to others and seeks to understand diverse perspectives; follows through on commitments.</li>
<li>Flexibility and Adaptability:&nbsp;Demonstrates the ability to adapt to changing priorities and circumstances; takes initiative to solve problems, improve processes, and/or achieve outcomes; learns quickly when faced with new situations or systems.</li>
<li>Written and Verbal Communication:&nbsp;Written communication is clear and concise; verbal communication is intentional and straightforward; provides timely and helpful information across the organization as needed; gives and receives constructive feedback in a thoughtful manner.</li>
<li>Time and Project Management:&nbsp;Possesses a strong work ethic i.e., a sense of ownership over tasks, commitment to following things through, and a willingness to do what it takes to get the job done; manages multiple competing priorities, tasks, and projects effectively, appropriately seeking help from others when needed.</li>
<li>Professional Development:&nbsp;Shows commitment and acts to continuously improve; connects with advocates, experts, mentors, and resources, and actively seeks new ways to grow and be challenged through internal and external training opportunities; accepts assignments that broaden capabilities.</li>
<li>Climate Justice:&nbsp;Works to understand and achieve anti-racist principles to disrupt the systems of white supremacy, privilege, classism, sexism, and racism; seeks to understand how systemic racism and environmental injustice impact individuals and frontline and fenceline communities; works to promote a welcoming and inclusive environment in Climate Reality spaces (workplace, events, trainings, and other convenings).</li>
<li>Climate Reality Mission and Focus:&nbsp;Is passionate about Climate Reality's role and mission and can act as a Climate Reality ambassador to a diverse set of audiences.</li>
</ol>
<h4>&nbsp;</h4>
<h4>ROLE-SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES</h4>
In addition to organization-wide competencies, each role has its own competencies. Below are examples of how each competency manifests in this role.
<ol>
<li>Cultural Awareness:&nbsp;Operates with an awareness of cultural diversity, with a specific lens on equity and justice; can work effectively with diverse groups, such as organizations, coalitions, and volunteers; works with communities to cultivate issue knowledge and advocacy.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Technology and Data Systems:&nbsp;Identifies and solves system weaknesses with creative solutions.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Interpersonal Skills:&nbsp;Is communicative, persuasive, patient, conscientious, and polite to Climate Reality colleagues and the general public over email, phone, and in person; works with internal staff to execute large-scale events for climate leaders; collaborates with internal staff and external agencies and consultants.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Leadership and Management:&nbsp;Stewards long-term engagement strategies with internal and external stakeholders.</li>
</ol>
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Don&rsquo;t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Climate Reality, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you&rsquo;re excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in this job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
The Climate Reality Project is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or any other category prohibited by local, state or federal law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, social and recreational activities and termination.
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Please send resume and cover letter to <a href="mailto:hiring@climatereality.com">hiring@climatereality.com</a>
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Regenerative Agriculture Organizer (Hybrid)

For five decades, the Environmental Law Institute (ELI) has played a pivotal role in shaping the fields of environmental law, policy, and management, both domestically and internationally.
ELI is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Program Director to lead our Network for the Digital Economy and the Environment (nDEE) program, which aims to understand and address the environmental impact of the digital economy. The Program Director will be responsible for designing and executing projects that explore the intersections between technology, the digital economy, and the environment and for informing actionable policy to mitigate the direct and indirect negative impacts of digital technologies on the planet.
Please note that this is a 1-year position to begin, with possibility of renewal depending on project outcomes.
ABOUT NDEE
The Network on the Digital Economy and the Environment (nDEE) is a collaboration of the Environmental Law Institute, Yale University, and the University of California at Berkeley. The nDEE&rsquo;s mission is to catalyze and disseminate research on the energy and environmental impacts of the digital economy. These three institutions provide the initiative with a national presence and expertise in environmental assessment, management, policy, and law.
The nDEE&rsquo;s activities also include research development, grantmaking, and publishing and are jointly funded by the Internet Society Foundation (ISOC) and the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation. The nDEE also manages a Research Coordination Network (RCN) through additional funding from the National Science Foundation.
RESPONSIBILITIES
<ul>
<li>Develop and execute a research-to-action agenda that explores the environmental impact of the digital economy, with a focus on use-inspired research that can lead to actionable policies, more sustainable business practices, or environmentally beneficial consumer choices or behaviors.</li>
<li>Lead a team of program staff and provide guidance and support as needed to ensure high-quality work and timely completion of deliverables.</li>
<li>Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in the digital technology and environmental fields, including funders, researchers, companies, industry groups, non-governmental organizations, and policy makers, to advance the program's mission and goals.</li>
<li>Engage with academic, policy, and advocacy communities to stay informed about developments in relevant fields and promote the organization's research and advocacy efforts.</li>
<li>Incentivize engagement across the science-policy gap of these research topics, building researcher and user communications and translation skills, facilitating more networking and professional partnerships, and expanding outreach activities at both research and policy-making institutions.</li>
<li>Write reports, policy briefs, and other documents that communicate research findings and recommendations to various audiences, including policy makers, industry leaders, and the general public.</li>
<li>Represent the program and ELI more broadly at conferences, meetings, and other public events, presenting research findings and participating in panels and discussions.</li>
<li>Connect programmatic learnings and deliverables to ELI's work, facilitating and encouraging cross-pollination with the institution more broadly.</li>
<li>Support fundraising efforts for the nDEE program by leveraging existing relationships with foundations and cultivating new partnerships. Specifically, targeting grants and donations to support research initiatives, with a particular emphasis on advancing the mission of environmental protection within the digital economy landscape.</li>
<li>Build trust across organizational boundaries.</li>
</ul>
QUALIFICATIONS
<ul>
<li>10+ years of policy experience working on environmental or sustainability issues, preferably with a focus on digital technology.</li>
<li>A Master&rsquo;s or Ph.D. or equivalent training and expertise in a relevant field, such as environmental studies, economics, computer science, engineering or public policy.</li>
<li>Familiarity with the political and policy making landscape in Washington, DC.</li>
<li>Substantive knowledge of the positive and negative impacts that digital technology and the digital economy have on the environment.</li>
<li>Proven experience raising funds and connecting with foundations and other potential funders.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to manage a team of researchers and program staff, and to work collaboratively with colleagues and external stakeholders.</li>
<li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex ideas to non-expert audiences.</li>
<li>Strong commitment to sustainability and social responsibility.</li>
<li>Ability to become proficient in new issue areas and contribute to creative, rigorous, analytical approaches to address them.</li>
<li>Well-developed collaborative and interpersonal skills.</li>
<li>Demonstrated self-awareness, cultural competency and inclusivity, and ability to work with colleagues and stakeholders across diverse cultures and backgrounds.</li>
<li>Well-developed judgment to assess needs, develop strategy, establish priorities, and effectively manage multiple tasks at the same time with moderate supervision.</li>
</ul>
ABOUT ELI
The Environmental Law Institute (ELI) is an environmental law, science, and policy center that makes law work for people, places, and the planet. We envision a healthy environment, prosperous economies, and vibrant communities founded on the rule of law. Our mission is to foster innovative, just, and practical law and policy solutions to enable leaders across borders and sectors to make environmental, economic, and social progress.
ELI&rsquo;s Research and Policy experts develop innovative legal and governance solutions to challenges in areas such as climate change; environmental justice; natural resource management; land conservation and smart growth; biodiversity loss and habitat destruction; and air, water, and soil pollution. Together, ELI&rsquo;s staff aims to:
<ul>
<li>Build the skills and capacity of tomorrow&rsquo;s leaders and institutions</li>
<li>Research and analyze complex and pressing environmental challenges</li>
<li>Promote and disseminate the best thinking through print and electronic media</li>
<li>Work with partners to develop and implement laws, policies, and other means to protect the environment and society</li>
<li>Convene people with diverse perspectives to build understanding through robust dialogue</li>
</ul>
For more information on ELI&rsquo;s programs, visit https://www.eli.org/programs.
COMPENSATION
Compensation starts at $105,000 and is commensurate with experience. ELI&rsquo;s total compensation includes excellent benefits including:
<ul>
<li>Health/Dental/Vision insurance</li>
<li>Flexible Spending Account</li>
<li>Employer-paid life insurance &amp; disability insurance</li>
<li>Long Term Care insurance</li>
<li>Pre-tax transportation benefit</li>
<li>Fitness Incentive</li>
<li>403(b) Retirement Savings Account with employer match</li>
<li>Paid time off</li>
</ul>
HOW TO APPLY
To apply, submit an application package via ELI's online application system at https://www.eli.org/employment. Note that your submission must contain the following uploaded documents (Word or PDF format), as follows:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Cover letter</li>
<li>Resume</li>
<li>List of 3 references</li>
</ul>
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. You must use ELI&rsquo;s online application system; ELI cannot accept applications submitted by email, USPS or other shipping service, or hand delivery.
Please note that to ensure the health and safety of the ELI workforce, any offer of employment from ELI is contingent on candidates providing proof of full vaccination against COVID-19. ELI management will consider requests for religious or medical exceptions, consistent with applicable law.&nbsp;&nbsp;
ELI is an equal opportunity employer firmly committed to achieving an inclusive, diverse workforce that values every individual. We firmly believe that hiring individuals with varying perspectives and backgrounds contributes to our success as an organization, and we strive to create an environment that fosters inclusiveness. As such, minority candidates and candidates from traditionally underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

Fostering innovation and progress, ELI empowers leaders to make environmental, economic, and social advancements with just and practical

Program Director, Digital Economy and the Environment

The Climate Reality Project is a nonprofit organization founded by former US Vice President Al Gore. Our mission is to catalyze a global solution to the climate crisis by making urgent action a necessity across every sector of society. &nbsp;
At The Climate Reality Project, we come to work every day to help solve the climate crisis. We do it by working from the ground up, empowering people and communities worldwide to fight for their future and together drive a just transition to clean energy.
We are committed to building a more just and equitable world, one where all voices are heard and respected regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or physical ability. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other historically marginalized communities. We encourage applicants to read our diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice statement on our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.climaterealityproject.org/?utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=idealist" target="_blank" rel="noopener">website</a>.
<h4>POSITION SUMMARY</h4>
The Climate Training Manager is a key member of the Trainings and Events Team, and will focus on leading, developing and analyzing training agendas, creating mission and campaign-aligned content, and identifying and recruiting subject matter experts. Additionally, this role will perform pre-training site visits, including analyzing potential sites for trainings, within the United States and internationally, develop and present training concepts and generate buy-in from The Climate Reality Project&rsquo;s Executive Team and Chairman, and ensure collaboration among internal departments towards the successful implementation of Climate Reality Leadership Corps trainings. Currently reporting to the Climate Training Senior Manager. The Climate Training Manager has no direct reports.
This position is within a union-represented collective bargaining unit, and specific terms and conditions of employment will be subject to a collective bargaining agreement between Climate Reality and the union.
This is a full time, exempt, benefits-eligible, hybrid position, currently expected to work from The Climate Reality Project office in downtown Washington DC at least two days per week. &nbsp;The salary for position is $80,000.
<h4>DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES</h4>
<ul>
<li>Develop session content and broader training theme recommendations for management for Climate Reality Leadership Corps training agendas</li>
<li>Independently research, identify, vet and recommend to management possible speakers for Climate Reality Leadership Corps trainings</li>
<li>Develop and lead speaker preparation meetings for each agenda session, which includes developing topically specific content</li>
<li>Oversee speaker data, logistics, and travel (on site and remote). Liaise between speakers, Climate Reality staff, and vendors</li>
<li>Plan and participate in pre-training site visits on behalf of management both domestically and internationally and conduct regionally focused research and analysis, identifying key topics, critical stakeholders, potential action opportunities, and compelling case studies</li>
<li>Collaborate with other departments and vendors to ensure that events and projects track with organizational priorities of building the climate movement and mobilizing activists</li>
<li>Facilitate and present at cross-organizational planning meetings. Present during meetings with high-level external speakers or partners. Prepare briefing materials and memos, and present training concepts to the Chairman and executive leadership team</li>
<li>Collaborate with the development and management of other organizational events as needed</li>
<li>Contribute to the ongoing improvement of our operations and enrichment of our culture, for example by serving on ad hoc or ongoing working groups, assisting with the onboarding and training of colleagues, and participating in efforts to assess, refine, and strengthen our culture and practices</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned</li>
</ul>
<h4>&nbsp;</h4>
<h4>REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES</h4>
<ul>
<li>Comfortable working with high-profile leaders and representing Climate Reality to external stakeholders</li>
<li>Strong interest and ability to conduct research and write in new subject areas</li>
<li>Analyze and present findings and recommendations to senior leaders</li>
<li>Awareness of cultural diversity and ability to work effectively with international stakeholders</li>
<li>Excellent communication and project management skills, with strong attention to detail and timelines</li>
<li>Collaborative and diplomatic mindset</li>
<li>Self-starter with the ability to identify and solve for system weaknesses with creative solutions</li>
<li>Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite required, CRM experience preferred</li>
<li>Ability to work under short deadlines and handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment</li>
<li>Ability to travel domestically and internationally for periods up to 1-2 weeks per instance, several times per year</li>
<li>Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer required</li>
</ul>
<h4>&nbsp;</h4>
<h4>EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE</h4>
<ul>
<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree&mdash;or equivalent experience</li>
<li>Has at least 3 to 5 years of relevant experience</li>
<li>Working knowledge and interest in researching climate policy, just transition, clean energy, grassroots activism, and environmental and climate justice topics in the US and abroad</li>
<li>Experience managing external constituents for long-term projects or large-scale events</li>
<li>Experience developing education-based events&nbsp; theme-focused agendas , or large-scale training in the United States or internationally highly desired</li>
<li>Experience with project management mythologies and tools</li>
</ul>
<h4>&nbsp;</h4>
<h4>ORGANIZATIONAL COMPETENCIES</h4>
The Climate Reality Project has adopted a competency-based approach to job definition, hiring, performance assessment, and professional development. The following are our seven organization-wide competencies and examples of how they manifest for this role.
<ol>
<li>Teamwork and Collaboration:&nbsp;Actively listens to others and seeks to understand diverse perspectives; builds and sustains collaborative teams; demonstrates the ability to effectively supervise.</li>
<li>Flexibility and Adaptability:&nbsp;Demonstrates the ability to adapt to changing priorities and circumstances; takes initiative to solve problems, improve processes, and/or achieve outcomes; learns quickly when faced with new situations or systems.</li>
<li>Written and Verbal Communication:&nbsp;Written communication is clear and concise; verbal communication is intentional and straightforward; provides timely and helpful information across the organization as needed; clearly conveys objectives, deadlines, and expectations to supervisees.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Time and Project Management:&nbsp;Manages multiple competing priorities, tasks, and projects effectively, appropriately seeking help from others when needed; assigns work that is both manageable and appropriate to supervisees' level of experience; gathers and provides relevant information to support effective decision-making. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Professional Development:&nbsp;Actively learns through experimentation when tackling new problems, using both successes and failures as learning fodder; supports supervisees&rsquo; professional development by providing opportunities to put skills into practice; connects supervisees to other advocates, experts, mentors, and resources and to substantive training opportunities.</li>
<li>Climate Justice:&nbsp;Works to understand and achieve anti-racist principles to disrupt the systems of white supremacy, privilege, classism, sexism, and racism; seeks to understand how systemic racism and environmental injustice impact individuals and frontline and fenceline communities; works to promote a welcoming and inclusive environment in Climate Reality spaces (workplace, events, trainings, and other convenings).</li>
<li>Climate Reality Mission and Focus:&nbsp;Is passionate about Climate Reality's role and mission and can act as a Climate Reality ambassador to a diverse set of audiences; stays up-to-date on climate trends, impacts and solutions.</li>
</ol>
<h4>&nbsp;</h4>
<h4>ROLE-SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES</h4>
In addition to organization-wide competencies, each role has its own competencies. Below are examples of how each competency manifests in this role.
<ol>
<li>Cultural Awareness:&nbsp;Approaches decisions (including vendor selections) with a sustainability framework; plans bi- or multi-lingual events in countries outside of the United States; works effectively with international attendees and vendors.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Technology and Data Systems:&nbsp;Stays up-to-date on current and new technology and data systems.</li>
<li>Interpersonal Skills:&nbsp;Represents the division in organizational meetings and projects; represents Climate Reality at events and in the environmental community.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Leadership and Management:&nbsp;Identifies risks and troubleshoots obstacles encountered during the planning and implementation processes; analyzes American and international EJ/CJ climate landscapes (i.e., key topics, critical voices, and compelling case studies).&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
</ol>
&nbsp;
Don&rsquo;t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Climate Reality, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you&rsquo;re excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in this job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
The Climate Reality Project is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or any other category prohibited by local, state or federal law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, social and recreational activities and termination.
<h4>TO APPLY</h4>
Send a cover letter and resume to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:hiring@climatereality.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">hiring@climatereality.com</a>
<h4>BENEFITS</h4>
Excellent benefits, including employer paid 100% employee medical, life, dental, vision insurance. 401K, Paid Parental Leave, and other benefits such as wellness days, vacation and sick time are all included.

Climate Training Manager (Hybrid)

The Climate Reality Project is a nonprofit organization founded by former US Vice President Al Gore. Our mission is to catalyze a global solution to the climate crisis by making urgent action a necessity across every sector of society.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
At The Climate Reality Project, we come to work every day to help solve the climate crisis. We do it by working from the ground up, empowering people and communities worldwide to fight for their future and together drive a just transition to clean energy.&nbsp;
We are committed to building a more just and equitable world, one where all voices are heard and respected regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or physical ability. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other historically marginalized communities. We encourage applicants to read our diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice statement on our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.climaterealityproject.org/?utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=idealist" target="_blank" rel="noopener">website</a>.&nbsp;
<h4>POSITION SUMMARY</h4>
The Legislative Advocacy Senior Manager will work within the Campaigns department and will be responsible for leading the organization&rsquo;s US federal and state climate policy advocacy work as well as IRA implementation efforts. This position will oversee the Legislative Associate and Regenerative Agriculture Organizer, and will report to the Global Campaigns Director. They will work closely with the US Field team to increase the engagement of Climate Reality volunteer-led US Chapters (&ldquo;Chapter&rdquo;), trained Climate Reality Leaders, and Chapter members.&nbsp; Currently, Chapters are focused on federal, state, and local campaigns to enact solutions to the climate crisis, including&nbsp;Our Climate Moment&trade;: Let&rsquo;s Get to Work,&nbsp;From Acts to Action, 100% Committed,&nbsp;regenerative agriculture practices, and petrochemical opposition in addition to local Chapter initiatives.&nbsp;
The Legislative Advocacy Senior Manager will manage our US federal and state policy advocacy efforts and provide strategic guidance to Chapters for our US campaigns.&nbsp;In addition, they will be point on identifying new state and local engagement opportunities for advocates, creating campaign plans and proposals, tracking impact, and running tests on campaign efficacy. &nbsp;We are looking for a team player, a strong people and project manager, and an effective communicator who will work closely with cross-team Climate Reality staff to build and drive effective campaigns and grow overall US volunteer engagement.
This is a hybrid position, currently expected to work from The Climate Reality Office in downtown Washington DC at least two days per week.
The salary for this role is $100,796/year
<h4>DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES</h4>
Specific duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
<ul>
<li>Overseeing and guiding the strategic planning and goal setting for US policy campaigns.</li>
<li>Identifying new engagement opportunities for our Chapters and Leaders, and strategizing their implementation in coordination with the Global Campaigns Director and US Field Senior Manager.</li>
<li>Managing an Associate and an Organizer, and working with them as a team to executive deliverables for all US policy and IRA implementation programs.</li>
<li>Managing expenditures under campaign and project budgets, and responsible for deliverables and spending under funder-specific grants.</li>
<li>Working with US regional organizers to directly support Chapters engagement and impact in US policy campaigns.</li>
<li>Representing the organization in national coalition spaces, at Climate Reality events, and on Capitol Hill, ensuring the organization&rsquo;s campaign priorities are in line with our key partners and the larger environmental movement.</li>
<li>Overseeing and creating materials for campaigns to enhance public awareness and effectiveness.</li>
<li>Working with other Climate Reality departments and consultants to identify and analyze policy opportunities, build impactful campaigns, and develop meaningful partnerships to support our policy efforts to drive meaningful and rapid change.</li>
<li>Creating an understanding with staff on how the organization&rsquo;s US policy efforts support our global campaigns to solve the crisis.</li>
<li>Proactively measuring and gathering impact, and sharing that through program and organizational updates on a regular and ongoing basis in writing and orally.</li>
<li>Support and contribute to the ongoing improvement of our operations and enrichment of our culture, for example by serving on ad hoc or ongoing work groups, assisting with the onboarding and training of colleagues, and participating in efforts to assess, refine, and strengthen our culture and practices.</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
<h4>&nbsp;</h4>
<h4>REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES&nbsp;&nbsp;</h4>
<ul>
<li>Detailed knowledge of a broad range of engagement and advocacy strategies and tactics.</li>
<li>Demonstrated management experience and oversight of coalition building, organizing, and public speaking.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Understanding of US federal and state policymaking with Capitol Hill experience preferred.</li>
<li>Strong project management documentation, planning, tracking, and communicating to all stakeholders with the goal of turning in all deliverables to stakeholders successfully.</li>
<li>Excellent communication and organization skills, with strong attention to detail.</li>
<li>Ability to work under tight deadlines and handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.</li>
<li>Experience and awareness of cultural diversity, and ability to work effectively with a diverse group of organizations and volunteers.</li>
<li>Proficiency with a CRM platform or online reporting system.&nbsp;</li>
<li>A dedication to solving the climate crisis with climate or environmental expertise preferred.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer required.</li>
<li>Fluency in language(s) in addition to English, such as Spanish, ideally one used by US Chapters, preferred.</li>
<li>Willingness to travel as needed.</li>
</ul>
<h4>&nbsp;</h4>
<h4>EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE&nbsp;</h4>
<ul>
<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or equivalent work experience.</li>
<li>Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience delivering advocacy or political campaigns.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Proven full-time employee management experience.</li>
<li>Proven budget creation and oversight experience.</li>
<li>Proven project management experience.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<h4>&nbsp;</h4>
<h4>ORGANIZATIONAL COMPETENCIES&nbsp;&nbsp;</h4>
The Climate Reality Project has adopted a competency-based approach to job definition, hiring, performance assessment, and professional development. The following are our seven organization-wide competencies and examples of how they manifest for this role.&nbsp;
<ol>
<li>Teamwork and Collaboration:&nbsp;Builds and sustains productive working relationships with colleagues; actively listens to others and seeks to understand diverse perspectives; follows through on commitments.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Flexibility and Adaptability:&nbsp;Demonstrates the ability to adapt to changing priorities and circumstances; takes initiative to solve problems, improve processes, and/or achieve outcomes; learns quickly when faced with new situations or systems.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Written and Verbal Communication:&nbsp;Written communication is clear and concise; verbal communication is intentional and straightforward; provides timely and helpful information across the organization as needed; gives and receives constructive feedback in a thoughtful manner.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Time and Project Management:&nbsp;Possesses a strong work ethic i.e., a sense of ownership over tasks, commitment to following things through, and a willingness to do what it takes to get the job done; manages multiple competing priorities, tasks, and projects effectively; assigns work that is both manageable and appropriate to supervisees' level of experience.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Professional Development:&nbsp;Shows commitment and acts to continuously improve; connects with advocates, experts, mentors, and resources, and actively seeks new ways to grow and be challenged through internal and external training opportunities; accepts assignments that broaden capabilities.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Climate Justice:&nbsp;Works to understand and achieve anti-racist principles to disrupt the systems of white supremacy, privilege, classism, sexism, and racism; seeks to understand how systemic racism and environmental injustice impact individuals and frontline and fenceline communities; works to promote a welcoming and inclusive environment in Climate Reality spaces (workplace, events, trainings, and other convenings).&nbsp;</li>
<li>Climate Reality Mission and Focus:&nbsp;Is passionate about Climate Reality's role and mission and can act as a Climate Reality ambassador to a diverse set of audiences; stays up-to-date on climate trends, impacts and solutions.&nbsp;</li>
</ol>
<h4>&nbsp;</h4>
<h4>ROLE-SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES&nbsp;&nbsp;</h4>
In addition to organization-wide competencies, each role has its own competencies. Below are examples of how each competency manifests in this role.&nbsp;
<ol>
<li>Cultural Awareness:&nbsp;Operates with an awareness of cultural diversity, with a specific lens on equity and justice; can work effectively with diverse groups, such as organizations, coalitions, and volunteers; works with communities to cultivate issue knowledge and advocacy.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Technology and Data Systems:&nbsp;Understands and utilizes the CRM to manage engagement data, online community information, and project management platforms for reporting purposes.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</li>
<li>Interpersonal Skills:&nbsp;Represents the department in organizational meetings and projects; represents Climate Reality at events and in the environmental community; manages and maintains existing partner relationships. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</li>
<li>Leadership and Management:&nbsp;Is aware of how biases manifest in performance evaluations and conducts performance evaluations in an unbiased manner.&nbsp;</li>
</ol>
&nbsp;
Don&rsquo;t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Climate Reality, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you&rsquo;re excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in this job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.&nbsp;
The Climate Reality Project is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or any other category prohibited by local, state or federal law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, social and recreational activities and termination.&nbsp;
To Apply:
Please send resume and cover letter to <a href="mailto:hiring@climatereality.com">hiring@climatereality.com</a>

Legislative Advocacy Senior Manager (Hybrid)

<div><div>One Tree Planted is a US-based 501(c)(3) non-profit focused on global reforestation. As an environmental charity, we are dedicated to making it easier for individuals and businesses to give back to the environment, create a healthier climate, protect biodiversity, and help reforestation efforts around the world. All by planting trees! The ideal start date for this position is as soon as possible. POSITION PURPOSE: A versatile corporate oriented position at a nonprofit that wants to make it simple for anyone to help the environment by planting trees. Together we can restore forests, create habitat for biodiversity, and make a positive social impact around the world. You will be working on an exciting new business unit, together with a global team, to help manage large scale forest carbon projects for key partners and investors. Reporting Relationships Reports to our Director of Nature Based Solutions ESSENTIAL FUNCTION:<ul><li>Collaborate with a diverse global team to manage, from a client perspective, certified nature-based solutions (NBS) projects.</li><li>Manage a portfolio of corporate partner relationships, mainly multinational corporations with large scale and long-term contracts.</li><li>Maintain a strong understanding of One Tree Planted’s carbon project, to confidently share them with potential funders and align with corporate sustainability goals.</li><li>Maintain a high level of professionalism with donors and working to establish a positive rapport with every enquiry.</li><li>Be proactive and work as a team to satisfy the client’s needs, with a solution-oriented and result-driven mindset.</li><li>Prepare donor agreements; facilitate invoices and coordinate payments when required.</li><li>Cultivate strong relationships with recurring business partners, focusing on trust, transparency and good communication.</li><li>Work closely with the Carbon NBS team to align on opportunities and strategic priorities.</li><li>Provide ideas on how to continuously improve and grow the organization.</li><li>Create, maintain &amp; update registries on CRM databases as required. </li></ul> POSITION REQUIREMENTS:<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in an environmental area or business administration, international relations, economics, and related fields.</li><li>Proven work experience in account management, customer relationship, and contact with environmental assets or forest carbon/NBS projects.</li><li>Good understanding of the sustainability/ESG space, with special interest for climate change/decarbonization.</li><li>Proven ability to handle multiple account management projects at a time, while maintaining sharp attention to detail.</li><li>Solid experience with CRM software (e.g. Salesforce) and MS Office, including Excel. Practice with Canva would be a plus.</li><li>Fluent in English, both written and oral. Proficiency in Portuguese or Spanish is a strong plus.</li></ul> COMPENSATION &amp; BENEFITS: COMPENSATION: competitive salary will be based on skills and experience. Annual performance increase may be available but not guaranteed. Flexible work environment, global team<ul><li>PTO Plan with additional benefits</li><li>Health and Wellness plans</li><li>Professional development and possibility of yearly bonus</li><li>Travel opportunities, international and domestic</li></ul> SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS: 1. Short cover letter indicating your interest in the position and why you think you would be a good fit with the organization. 2. Your resume. One Tree Planted is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating aninclusive environment for all employees. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Responsibilities, duties may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.</div></div>

Join One Tree Planted's mission to restore the earth through global reforestation efforts and combat climate change.

Account Manager (Carbon Markets)

ELI is seeking a Law Clerk for the fall of 2024 to assist with our portfolio of uniquely positioned environmental law and policy projects addressing critical environment and sustainable development challenges domestically and internationally.
ABOUT THE CLERKSHIP
In accord with our mission to build the skills and capacity of tomorrow&rsquo;s leaders, ELI provides opportunities for law students to join us at the Institute. We welcome applications from current law students interested in working as a law clerk during the fall 2024 academic semester (approximately September &ndash; November). Law clerks work closely with ELI experts on domestic and international research projects spanning ELI&rsquo;s full range of program areas.
Law clerks also may assist in the editing and production of ELI publications, such as the Environmental Law Reporter. Law clerks provide crucial support for ELI projects and publications by conducting legal and policy research, analyzing environmental laws, attending and reporting on briefings and current events, drafting memoranda and other products, and otherwise assisting in the preparation of published materials.
We encourage law clerks to supplement their work experience by attending the seminars and events that ELI hosts, as well as social and networking opportunities provided by ELI and our partners.
QUALIFICATIONS
<ul>
<li>Eligibility is limited to students enrolled in law school.</li>
<li>Broad knowledge of or interest in environmental, energy, or natural resource law and policy, or related field.</li>
<li>Excellent skills in policy and legal research and analytical writing.</li>
<li>Ability to become proficient in new issue areas and contribute to creative, rigorous, analytical approaches to address them.</li>
<li>Strong communication skills.</li>
<li>Well-developed collaborative and interpersonal skills.</li>
<li>Demonstrates self-awareness, cultural competency and inclusivity, and ability to work with colleagues and stakeholders across diverse cultures and backgrounds.</li>
<li>Skills in languages other than English and bringing diverse perspectives to ELI as a result of the applicant&rsquo;s life experiences are appreciated.</li>
</ul>
ABOUT ELI
The Environmental Law Institute (ELI) is an environmental law, science, and policy center that makes law work for people, places, and the planet. We envision a healthy environment, prosperous economies, and vibrant communities founded on the rule of law. Our mission is to foster innovative, just, and practical law and policy solutions to enable leaders across borders and sectors to make environmental, economic, and social progress.
ELI&rsquo;s Research and Policy experts develop innovative legal and governance solutions to challenges in areas such as climate change; environmental justice; natural resource management; land conservation and smart growth; biodiversity loss and habitat destruction; and air, water, and soil pollution. Together, ELI&rsquo;s staff aims to:
<ul>
<li>Build the skills and capacity of tomorrow&rsquo;s leaders and institutions</li>
<li>Research and analyze complex and pressing environmental challenges</li>
<li>Promote and disseminate the best thinking through print and electronic media</li>
<li>Work with partners to develop and implement laws, policies, and other means to protect the environment and society</li>
<li>Convene people with diverse perspectives to build understanding through robust dialogue</li>
</ul>
For more information on ELI&rsquo;s programs, visit https://www.eli.org/programs.
COMPENSATION
ELI provides clerks an hourly wage of $25. In order to participate in the paid law clerk program, you must be physically present in the DC metro area (where ELI&rsquo;s office is located) during the clerkship. If a clerk desires to receive course credit for the clerkship and the clerk&rsquo;s school prohibits earning income for the same work as the course credit is being received, accommodations can be made. Clerkships during the academic year run approximately 12 weeks, and clerks work part-time (approximately 12 hours per week).
HOW TO APPLY
To apply, submit an application package via ELI's online application system by clicking the Apply button. Note that your submission must contain the following uploaded documents (Word or PDF format), as follows:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Cover letter</li>
<li>Resume (including college and law school GPAs)</li>
<li>List of 3 references</li>
<li>Law school transcript</li>
<li>A writing sample</li>
</ul>
Applications must be submitted no later than Friday, April 12, 2024 at 11:59pm EDT and will be reviewed on a rolling basis. You must use ELI&rsquo;s online application system; ELI cannot accept applications submitted by email, USPS or other shipping service, or hand delivery.
Please note that to ensure the health and safety of the ELI workforce, any offer of employment from ELI is contingent on candidates providing proof of full vaccination against COVID-19. ELI management will consider requests for religious or medical exceptions, consistent with applicable law.&nbsp;&nbsp;
ELI is an equal opportunity employer firmly committed to achieving an inclusive, diverse workforce that values every individual. We firmly believe that hiring individuals with varying perspectives and backgrounds contributes to our success as an organization, and we strive to create an environment that fosters inclusiveness. As such, minority candidates and candidates from traditionally underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

Law Clerk (Fall 2024)

<div>Do you love riding e-scooters around the city? If so, we have an awesome position for you as a Skip Scout for the DC team! You will be a Skip brand ambassador to the community and coordinate with the dispatcher to perform tasks around the city. You will have the opportunity to develop valuable operating skills in a fast-paced, collaborative, and mission-driven company. This is a full time position. </div><div> </div><div>Skip's mission is to energize cities by making mobility accessible to everyone. We believe this requires designing every aspect of a micro-mobility network from the ground up. This includes custom vehicle hardware, the software-defined fleet management system, and ground operations for safety and recharging. Our success will make it easier for everyone to work, play, and connect in their communities.</div> <h3>WHAT YOU'LL DO:</h3><ul><li>Use an e-scooter to deploy, pickup, and reposition scooters throughout the DC area</li><li>Be a brand ambassador and positively share Skip with the community</li><li>Engage with prospective riders in high traffic areas around the city</li><li>Monitor streets to advise riders of proper scooter usage and traffic laws</li><li>Coordinate with the Dispatcher to recover high-value scooters that need urgent pickup</li><li>Carry out and improve fleet coordination and scooter pickup processes</li><li>Execute on management direction and ask for feedback on performance goals</li><li>This is a Full Time Position </li></ul><h3>WHAT YOU SHOULD HAVE:</h3><ul><li>Experience and comfort using electric scooter in an urban environment</li><li>An enthusiasm for scooters and alternative transportation</li><li>A strong sense of DC geography or the ability to learn</li><li>Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and make prioritization decisions on the fly</li><li>Ability to lift up to 50 pounds; stoop, bend, walk, and stand for long periods of time</li><li>Enjoy spending time outside and riding scooters</li><li>Strong verbal and communication skills</li><li>Position does not require a driver's license</li></ul> <div>Why Join Skip?</div><div> </div><div>Designing from the ground up is important for supply chain and fleet management, especially when it comes to reliability, safety, business management, and a great rider experience. Our leadership team has the most experience in designing light electric vehicles from the ground up. Our founders previously were co-founders at Boosted, where they designed and built the first reliable micromobility vehicle and presented their work at <a href="https://www.ted.com/talks/sanjay_dastoor_a_skateboard_with_a_boost" style="font-size:12pt;">TED</a>. </div><div> </div><div>We know our customers aren’t just our riders, but also the public and city governments. We helped create the first scooter sharing permit in the US, were the first to share data on scooter usage with cities, and have been at the front of transparent operation around fleet management and vehicle safety. The result is deeper collaboration with cities, fewer complaints from the public, and a better experience for our riders.</div><div> </div><div>We are backed by some of the world’s best investors, including Accel, Menlo, Y Combinator, Initialized, A Capital, and Paul Graham.  </div><div> </div><div> </div><div>Skip is an equal employment opportunity employer. We are dedicated to providing an inclusive, open, and diverse work environment.</div>

Creating sustainable electric vehicle networks for last-mile transportation. Backed by top investors and dedicated to collaboration and innovation.

Scout (Battery Swapper)

<div>As a field technician with the Skip DC team, you will service our vehicles in the city and make sure they are running their best every day. Field technicians are at the heart of each depot working on Skips and testing to make sure they are the highest level of quality and safety before they are released to the public. You will have the opportunity to develop valuable technical skills in a fast-paced, collaborative, and mission-driven company.</div><div> </div><div>Skip's mission is to energize cities by making mobility accessible to everyone. We believe this requires designing every aspect of a micro-mobility network from the ground up. This includes custom vehicle hardware, the software-defined fleet management system, and ground operations for safety and recharging. Our success will make it easier for everyone to work, play, and connect in their communities.</div> <h3>WHAT YOU'LL DO:</h3><ul><li>Service, repair, and test new types of vehicles in a fast-growing industry</li><li>Get fully trained on how to repair light electric vehicles for fleet use </li><li>Inspect and evaluate vehicles and escalate issues when needed</li><li>Assemble and disassemble vehicles using hand and power tools</li><li>Test and clear scooters through an Outgoing Quality Control (OQC) process for release</li><li>Log details of the repair on the computer ticketing system</li><li>Collaborate with team members to meet efficiency goals and solve complex challenges</li></ul><h3>WHAT YOU SHOULD HAVE:</h3><ul><li>A clean Motor Vehicle Record and a valid driver's license</li><li>The ability to pass a background check</li><li>Experience and comfort using a van and an electric scooter in an urban environment</li><li>An enthusiasm for scooters and alternative transportation</li><li>A strong sense of DC geography or the ability to learn</li><li>Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and make prioritization decisions on the fly</li><li>Ability to lift up to 58 pounds; stoop, bend, walk, and stand for long periods of time</li><li>Enjoy spending time outside and riding scooters</li><li>Strong verbal and communication skills</li><li>Previous experience working on automotive, motorcycle, HVAC, electronic repair, and bicycles</li><li>Adept with power tools and ability to work on small mechanical assemblies</li><li>The ability to listen and learn new tasks</li><li>A basic command of the English language to communicate effectively</li><li>Attention to detail</li><div> </div></ul>

Field Technician

Do you want to be a part of the clean energy movement? Are you passionate about improving our environment for this generation and those to follow? Are you ready to take on new challenges and collaborate with a future-focused team leading the way into new markets? Join Nexamp! This is where you can learn from industry leaders and become one yourself. It's fast-paced, mission-based work that challenges the status quo. Be on the team that's changing the world.What we’re looking for:Nexamp is growing its origination team and is seeking to hire an Energy Sales Manager. In this role, you will identify and cultivate relationships with municipalities and commercial entities in existing and new Nexamp markets, to enroll them in Nexamp’s community solar farms or similar project types. You will be responsible for all stages of the business development process, including developing go-to-market strategies, performing outreach, delivering client presentations, and negotiating and closing contracts. Ideal candidates for this role will have experience within sustainability and in conducting business development and successful client relations with commercial and municipal accounts.  We are accepting candidates across our offices in Boston, Chicago, Washington, DC, and New York. We are also open to remote individuals. You will report to the Vice President of Energy Sales.What you’ll do:<ul><li>Originate and execute agreements in new and existing Nexamp markets. </li><li>Identify and develop strong relationships with high-value contacts at target organizations. </li><li>Put together and present in-depth proposals and negotiate complex offtake agreements. </li></ul>What you’ll bring:<ul><li>3+ years of experience within the field of sustainability, with a preference for candidates who have worked in solar energy. </li><li>2+ years of experience in business development, with a preference for candidates who have worked with corporate or municipal accounts. </li><li>Understanding of the key drivers behind corporate engagement within sustainability. </li><li>Commitment to Nexamp's mission and a passion for solving tomorrow's climate crisis today. </li><li>Demonstrated experience in effectively communicating information, ideas, and perspectives with people inside and beyond your organization. </li><li>Experience in showcasing initiative to make improvements to current work, processes, products, and services across the organization. We value accountability and an ownership mentality. </li><li>Ability to ask appropriate questions, analyze data, identify the root causes of problems, and present creative solutions. </li><li>Expertise in building strong internal and external relationships with customers and stakeholders, instilling trust, and loyalty across the industry. </li><li>Eagerness to develop a fundamental understanding of how Nexamp operates and then apply that knowledge effectively to inform business decisions.</li></ul>If you don’t meet 100% of the above qualifications, but see yourself contributing, please submit an application.  We encourage people from minority or marginalized groups to apply. At Nexamp, our mission is building the future of energy, so it is clean, simple, and accessible for all. We believe a diverse team brings different perspectives and experiences, thus benefiting our work. We are committed to providing a work environment free from discrimination. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. By encouraging a culture where ideas and decisions come from all people, we believe it will help us grow, innovate, and be a part of environmental and social change. You’ll love working here because:Not only will you get to take part in meaningful work and have the chance to change the world alongside innovative, dedicated, and motivated peers, but you will also have access to all the benefits that Nexamp offers! This includes our competitive compensation package; a 401(k) employer-match; health, dental, and vision insurance starting day one; flexible paid time off and holiday PTO; commuter benefits, cell phone reimbursement; as well as a hybrid work environment. We have headquarters in Boston, MA and Chicago, IL, in addition to growing offices nationwide. We provide healthy snacks, coffee, service days and other volunteer opportunities, company outings, and more!Nexamp's People team manages all aspects of recruitment and hiring within our organization. We want to inform third-party recruiters, staffing firms, and related agencies that Nexamp does not accept unsolicited resumes. Resumes will only be considered from these entities if a signed agreement is in place and the People team explicitly authorizes external recruiting assistance for a specific position. Any unsolicited resumes received will be deemed the property of Nexamp. We want to emphasize that Nexamp is not liable for any fees associated with unsolicited resumes.

Transforming the energy landscape, Nexamp simplifies and maximizes solar projects, paving the way to a cleaner future.

Origination Manager

Do you want to be a part of the clean energy movement? Are you passionate about improving our environment for this generation and those to follow? Are you ready to take on new challenges and collaborate with a future-focused team leading the way into new markets? Join Nexamp! This is where you can learn from industry leaders and become one yourself. It's fast-paced, mission-based work that challenges the status quo. Be on the team that's changing the world. What we're looking for:Nexamp is growing our Electrical Engineering team and seeking to hire a Lead Electrical Engineer. You will be responsible for review of PV and ESS projects design by providing technical expertise in the interconnection, construction, and assisting in the commissioning of distributed energy resources (DERs). This role requires an electrical engineer with experience in electrical infrastructure up to 345kV, including in-depth knowledge and expertise protective relaying and controls, and a strong working knowledge in applicable national codes including NEC and NESC. You will be remote and report directly to the Director of Electrical Engineering on department initiatives and process improvements. We are accepting candidates across the country, preferably tied to one of our hub locations of Boston, Chicago, Portland, ME, or DC.What you'll do:<ul><li>This position reports to the Director, Electrical Engineering and will work closely with Grid Integration Engineering and Design Engineering to design and commission commercial, industrial, and utility-scale PV+ESS designs.</li><li>Specify and review equipment shop drawings for switchgear, transformers, reclosers and other major electrical equipment. </li><li>Perform advanced electrical modeling in ETAP and AmpCalc to coordinate system protection, determine fault-duty ratings, calculate arc-flash hazards, and run step/touch grounding analysis. </li><li>Manage scope of work for 3rd party electrical engineers including but not limited to studies; protection coordination, power flow, arc flash, Step/touch grounding analysis, PSCAD and PSSE modeling, and substation design.</li><li>Support the Grid Integration and Design Engineering team: <ul><li>Review, analyze, and interpret utility pre-screen reports, System Impact Studies, Interconnection Service Agreements, and utility negotiations.</li><li>Witness test procedure review, code interpretation, protective settings development.</li><li>Implementation of non-wires alternatives, selective curtailment, and other grid-edge technologies.</li><li>Train and mentor junior engineering personnel.</li><li>Complete Project design reviews; review of single line diagrams, three-line diagrams, and site layout designs for compliance with code, best practices, and utility requirements.</li><li>Respond to RFIs on active construction projects as required.</li></ul></li><li>Provide technical support to Nexamp commissioning:<ul><li>Review medium-voltage equipment tests and factory tests.</li><li>Develop mitigation plans for non-performance to establish safe operation.</li><li>Review RDB files and relay test reports.</li><li>Certify mechanical completion on construction complete projects.</li></ul></li><li>Provide technical support to Nexamp development, EPC, and O&amp;M departments for the entire life cycle of a project including development, permitting, construction, and asset management phases.</li><li>Lead new product research and implementation, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and best practices.</li><li>Assist the Director in the identification of process improvements and lead initiatives.</li><li>Maintain a high level of professionalism and ethical conduct.</li></ul>What you'll bring:<ul><li>9+ years of electrical engineering experience.</li><li>4+ years of PV experience.</li><li>Bachelor’s Degree in electrical engineering and PE certification.</li><li>AutoCAD software proficiency.</li><li>ETAP, SKM, or AmpCalc modeling experience.</li><li>AcSELerator and RDB generation.</li><li>PSSE, Aspen, or PSCAD modeling experience preferred.</li><li>Utility scale design and HV substation experience or effective grounding expertise.</li><li>Expertise industry standard design codes such as National Electric Code, International Building Code, International Fire Code and other industry standards.</li><li>Expertise of electrical principles, including medium voltage distribution, protection system coordination and relaying principles.</li><li>Strong knowledge of construction means and methods.</li><li>Ability to work as part of a fast paced, multi-disciplinary team, demonstrated leadership capability of multi-disciplined teams.</li><li>Valid Driver’s License or ability to obtain same.</li><li>Commitment to Nexamp's mission and have a passion for solving tomorrow's climate crisis today.</li><li>Demonstrated experience in effectively communicating information, ideas, and perspectives with people inside and beyond your organization.  </li><li>Experience in showcasing initiative to make improvements to current work, processes, products, and services across the organization. We value accountability and an ownership mentality. </li><li>Ability to ask appropriate questions, analyze data, identify the root causes of problems, and present creative solutions. </li><li>Expertise in building strong internal and external relationships with customers and stakeholders, instilling trust and loyalty across the industry. </li><li>Eagerness to develop a fundamental understanding of how Nexamp operates and then apply that knowledge effectively to inform business decisions. </li></ul>If you don’t meet 100% of the above qualifications, but see yourself contributing, please submit an application.  We encourage people from minority or marginalized groups to apply.At Nexamp, our mission is building the future of energy, so it is clean, simple, and accessible for all. We believe a diverse team brings different perspectives and experiences, thus benefiting our work. We are committed to providing a work environment free from discrimination. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. By encouraging a culture where ideas and decisions come from all people, we believe it will help us grow, innovate, and be a part of environmental and social change.You'll love working here because:Not only will you get to take part in meaningful work and have the chance to change the world alongside innovative, dedicated, and motivated peers, but you will also have access to all the benefits that Nexamp offers! This includes our competitive compensation package; a 401(k) employer-match; health, dental, and vision insurance starting day one; flexible paid time off and holiday PTO; commuter benefits, cell phone reimbursement; as well as a hybrid work environment. We have headquarters in Boston, MA and Chicago, IL, in addition to growing offices nationwide. We provide healthy snacks, coffee, service days and other volunteer opportunities, company outings, and more!  Nexamp's People team manages all aspects of recruitment and hiring within our organization. We want to inform third-party recruiters, staffing firms, and related agencies that Nexamp does not accept unsolicited resumes. Resumes will only be considered from these entities if a signed agreement is in place and the People team explicitly authorizes external recruiting assistance for a specific position. Any unsolicited resumes received will be deemed the property of Nexamp. We want to emphasize that Nexamp is not liable for any fees associated with unsolicited resumes.

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