<p><strong>About Elemental Excelerator</strong></p><p>Elemental is a nonprofit investor in climate technologies with deep community impact. We bring more than a decade of experience across the climate sector, with an active and maturing portfolio of 150+ companies. Elemental fills two gaps fundamental to addressing climate change: funding projects for climate technologies in communities, and embedding equity and access into climate solutions. We invest in transformative technologies to create a system change for a more resilient, equitable future. </p><p>With more than a decade of experience investing across many sectors and stages of climate technology, we have a maturing and active portfolio of 150+ companies, and a robust pipeline of thousands more. We invest deeply in entrepreneurs from traditionally excluded backgrounds and embed equity and access through every aspect of development through implementation. We heavily focus on project deployments that meaningfully bring in community input and deliver community impact. </p><p>We do more than write a check; we find innovative and creative ways to identify and fill financing and support gaps in the market. Our wraparound services include policy strategy, equity and access coaching, commercialization support, corporate connections, diverse talent acquisition, follow on funding partnerships and beyond. </p><p><strong>About the role</strong></p><p>Elemental is seeking a standout Director of Grants Administration to join the Growth Team. In this role, you will design and execute a grant administration framework to support the implementation of the organization’s philanthropic and federal funding across program teams. In addition to administering annual program expenses of about $40 million, the Director of Grants Administration will establish sound policies, procedures and systems that ensure seamless execution of all grant-funded project, financial and reporting deliverables. This is a highly dynamic and creative fundraising team within the organization that will ultimately be expected to effectively deploy and steward the resources we raise annually to support our mission.</p><p>This position will report to the Managing Director, Growth and Development and will work closely with our finance and program teams. The Director of Grants Administration will need sophisticated understanding of grant budgeting and financial reporting, as well as a humble and joyful spirit to cultivate deep collaboration with diverse teams across the organization.</p><p>With an increase in the number of philanthropic and government donors, Elemental is focused on providing impeccable grant stewardship and creating a world-class experience for our partners. The Director of Grants Administration role will complement additional capacity that is being brought onto the finance and accounting teams with the vision of these roles working very closely together to build effective and integrated grants administration policies and procedures.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities Include:  </strong>                       </p><p><em>BUDGETING ALIGNMENT</em></p><ul><li>Works closely with the Finance Team to inform the organization-wide budgeting process, to accurately define programs and projects for grant accounting codes, and to support the migration to a new integrated grants management and accounting system.</li><li>Collaborates with Managing Directors on their annual budgets and helps to determine the most strategic and cost-effective ways of delivering their projects and programs that align with funder interests.</li><li>Maintains a strategic overview of Elemental’s project activities to monitor impacts on the annual budget, fundraising strategy and revenue goals.</li><li>Works closely with Finance and Program Teams to develop accurate project budgets required for grant proposals and funding requests.</li></ul><p><em>GRANTS ADMINISTRATION </em></p><ul><li>Leads the development of grant administration policies that cover the entire project life cycle, from launch to implementation to evaluation to reporting.</li><li>Identifies on-going training for program staff to understand and improve financial and administrative requirements of successful project management. </li><li>Works in collaboration with the Finance Team to monitor progress towards grant expenditures and determines solutions to address any variances.</li><li>Leads the coordination of financial reporting for philanthropic and government grants, aligns impact evaluation and interprets messaging to donors.</li></ul><p><em>DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY</em></p><ul><li>Works closely with the Development Team to fully understand donor interests, dynamics of funding partnerships and requirements for each grant.</li><li>Identifies revenue gaps in the budget and/or new program needs that will shape our fundraising strategy and approach.</li></ul><p><strong>About You </strong></p><p>You could be a great addition to our team if you are an experienced grants management leader with expertise in effective grants life-cycle administration. You bring strong systems orientation, with a track record of improving and enhancing existing grants management technologies, while developing new budgeting, tracking and project management solutions. You are skilled in grant administration and financial reporting, as well as working collaboratively with both finance and program teams to flawlessly execute projects and report back impact to donors. You believe deeply in social and racial equity and have a pulse on climate philanthropy, climate finance and the federal funding landscape. You adapt to emerging funding opportunities and are able to quickly map out expenses and align donor interests with program needs. And if climate tech is new to you, you are curious and ready to dive into learning.</p><p><strong>Qualifications (even if you don’t meet 100% of the qualifications, we still encourage you to apply!</strong>)            </p><p><strong>Desired skills:</strong>                              </p><ul><li>Significant grant management experience; previous experience in a senior role in nonprofit resource development</li><li>Highly detailed and process-oriented with a proven ability to administer grants of over $1 million</li><li>Exceptional budgeting and project management skills with a strategic and creative thought process</li><li>Entrepreneurial spirit and the ability to foster a positive, high performing team culture</li><li>Personal warmth and a collaborative management style that ensures cross functional buy-in of teams in support of fundraising initiatives and grant execution</li><li>Deep understanding of tools, strategies and best practices for donor stewardship</li><li>Experience in database management and fundraising campaign execution and tracking</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking and presentations. </li><li>Deep knowledge of philanthropy and the climate field</li></ul><p><strong>Standout skills:</strong>                                                                                     </p><ul><li>Direct fundraising or other work experience in climate technology, startups/entrepreneurship and/or impact investing</li><li>Diverse lived experience, DEI training and/or background working in and with frontline communities</li><li>Nonprofit fundraising and/or budgeting certificate</li></ul><p><strong>And if you are interested in this opportunity but don't have direct experience, here are transferable skills that we believe are applicable and will help you in this role: </strong></p><p><strong>Compensation &amp; Benefits</strong></p><p>This is a full-time "at-will" position working at least 40 hours per week; and you will be asked to travel for work periodically.</p><p>The salary range for this role is $106,400 - 191,000 which is based on market data and the organization's compensation philosophy. Individual salary offers will depend on and may vary with location, relevant education, knowledge, skills, and experience. We also offer comprehensive employee benefits, including a professional development stipend and three weeks paid time off (<a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/12bF9qHpnJ_XY-0JAs3faiHVb6Kr3IAfBM8zC-EC89S4/edit#heading=h.nhgxo0sqza6i">more details here</a>). </p><p><strong>Location</strong></p><p>We will consider candidates located in New York and Washington DC. Elemental has a hybrid working model and if you are within a reasonable distance to one of our offices, we ask employees to come into the office at least one day a week to build community with the team. Currently, most people come in 1-2 times a week, but we encourage those who are interested to come in more often if they’d like. </p><p><strong>Other Details:</strong></p><p>We will accept and review applications on a rolling basis. Although all applications will be considered, we may be unable to respond to all inquiries. <strong>Please note that we do read cover letters, so we advise spending adequate time on them to share your relevant stories and experiences with us.</strong> We also ask that you refrain from using tools like Chat GPT and keep the cover letter to 1-2 pages long. </p><p>Elemental is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and has a strong commitment to diversity. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Candidates from the following groups are especially encouraged to apply: Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC); members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning, intersex, asexual (LGBTQIA+) communities; people who have disabilities; and people from low-income backgrounds. </p><p>Elemental is also committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable laws.</p>

A non-profit funding climate tech deployment, driving innovation and building equitable solutions to combat climate change.

Director of Grants Administration

<h2>Overview</h2><p> NRDC is a non-profit environmental advocacy organization. We use law, science, and the support of 3.1 million members and online activists to protect the planet's wildlife and wild places and to ensure the rights of all people to clean air, clean water, and healthy communities. NRDC was founded in 1970 and helped write some of America's bedrock environmental laws and many of the implementing regulations. Today, our team of more than 700 lawyers, scientists, economists, policy advocates, communications experts, and others work across the United States and the globe from our offices in Beijing; Bozeman, Montana; Chicago; New Delhi; New York; San Francisco; Santa Monica; Washington, D.C.; and Beijing. </p><p>  </p><p>NRDC’s new Green Finance and Economic Development Team is seeking to hire a Senior Director to work in one of the following main U.S. offices: Chicago, New York, or Washington D.C., with a preference for New York or Washington, D.C.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Opportunity: </strong>  </p><p>NRDC creates impact around the world and for a better future, and we’re looking for an equally ambitious and skilled Senior Director of Economic Development to help us maximize that impact. NRDC’s Green Finance and Economic Development Department is dedicated to (a) reducing the risks that climate change poses to financial systems, (b) equitably finance the transition to a zero-carbon economy, and (c) ensuring the economic benefits of the clean energy transition benefits all, starting with the most vulnerable communities. The newly formed Department is comprised of the climate risk team, the blended finance team, and the economic development and financial inclusion team. We work nationally and globally. </p><p> </p><p>The Senior Director will be responsible for leading the NRDC team in the Bloomberg American Sustainable Cities initiative (BASC). This innovative 3-year, 25-city project has as part of its mission using the federal investments under the Inflation Reduction Act and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to invest in Black communities that have been experiencing dis- and under- investment and largely excluded from green growth opportunities, to target wealth inequities faced by these communities. The Senior Director will sit on the Management and Strategy Committee and be the lead collaborator with BASC partners and participating cities in identifying and implementing economic development strategies that address the causes and risk of climate change while reducing the racial wealth gap. </p><p> </p><p>Reporting directly to the Managing Director, the Senior Director will develop the strategy for the Economic Development and Financial Inclusion team and lead and operationalize the people, structures, partnerships, and programs to execute the Department’s advocacy strategy. This role requires a significant amount of collaboration and thought partnership with other internal teams, as we work within a matrixed structure of operation. Among others, close coordination with place-based teams who lead shaping and execution of NRDC's advocacy in specific geographies is critical. </p><p> </p><p>The Senior Director will represent NRDC and the Green Finance and Economic Development Department at internal and external events and forums to elevate our reputation and profile as experts in economic development and financial inclusion. With the support of the Managing Director and the Strategy, Planning and Operations Lead, to advance the economic development and financial inclusion strategy, the Senior Director will effectively manage the group’s budget and resources, work with Development to cultivate partnerships and support fundraising efforts, and develop an effective communications strategy in partnership with Communications. The Senior Director will be expected, and will be supported, to build this program even further to help meet the urgency of the moment.    </p><p> </p><p>If you thrive in a care-oriented, diverse environment where people connect to create impact, you will enjoy the work we are doing at NRDC. </p><h2>Responsibilities</h2><ul> <li>Act as NRDC’s representative on the BASC Management Committee.</li> <li>Manage the Senior Advisor, Local Solutions and have “dotted line” managerial responsibilities to other NRDC BASC team members.</li> <li>Coordinate BASC team assessment of federal programs and city policies regarding energy, land-use planning, workforce development and labor policies, business resources and programming, development standards, contracting procedures and other planning issues that would affect the ability of cities to implement equitable climate solutions.</li> <li>Lead the Economic Development and Financial inclusion team, including strategic planning, people management, and administration.</li> <li>Collaborate with the Managing Director to set strategic goals in alignment with organizational priorities, develop key performance indicators and work plans to achieve outcomes, and set high performance expectations.</li> <li>Responsible for management of the sector’s budget, including forecasting and resource allocation to maximize opportunities and outcomes.</li> <li>Serve as strategic advisor to the Managing Director and an expert within the Green Finance and Economic Development Department and across NRDC, providing as needed expert level guidance on projects, initiatives, and individual-level projects.</li> <li>Collaborate across teams within the Department to ensure that all initiatives are integrated and in support of NRDC’s strategic priorities.</li> <li>Work with the Development Department to develop and implement a vision and strategy to maximize funding opportunities; help develop foundation proposals, meet with donors, and cultivates philanthropic relationships.</li> <li>Work with the Communications Department to develop effective external communication strategies and formulate opportunities to increase NRDC’s visibility and name recognition as a leader in economic development and financial inclusion; serves as an external expert and spokesperson for NRDC’s Green Finance and Economic Development Department.</li> <li>Cultivate and manage strategic relationships and partnerships with external stakeholders such as NGOs, community groups, governments, businesses, and labor to maximize impact and achieve major outcomes.</li></ul><h2>Qualifications</h2><p>The Senior Director will be an empowering and collaborative individual who enables high performance and innovation and champions equity, diversity, and inclusion. The successful candidate will be flexible, thrive in collaboration, embrace solving complex and nuanced problems, and be recognized within the climate, environmental, economic development and/or financial inclusion movements as a strategic leader who communicates effectively to tell compelling stories to diverse audiences. Most importantly, you will demonstrate a genuine alignment with the values of NRDC and seek to apply your passion and skills to tackle the most important challenges humanity has ever faced. </p><p> </p><p>The Natural Resources Defense Council is a safe, inclusive workplace for people of all backgrounds and walks of life. We strongly encourage individuals from marginalized or underrepresented groups, especially in the field of environmental conservation, to apply. We understand that some candidates may be discouraged by an extensive list of job requirements that they may not fully meet – however, we encourage you to apply regardless. We do not seek a "perfect" candidate, but rather individuals who embody our core values and display the competencies to succeed in the role. If you are passionate about the role, thrive in a culture like ours, and are determined to push boundaries to achieve success, we invite you to apply. </p><ul> <li>Minimum 10 years’ directly related experience in the field of economic development and/or financial inclusion, including at least 3 years successfully managing teams toward a common vision and purpose.  <strong> </strong> </li> <li>Bachelor's degree in sustainability, environmental science, policy, urban planning, public administration, or a related field or equivalent work experience; advanced degree or equivalent work experience preferred. </li> <li>Demonstrable alignment and deep commitment to NRDC’s mission and purpose with an ability to communicate this passion to others with a positive and high-energy attitude, integrity, and a commitment to working collaboratively with peers and colleagues. </li> <li>Forward-looking and strategic thinker with a multidisciplinary approach to problem solving.   </li> <li>Proven ability to manage teams, develop and execute large-scale projects and strategic goals, and manage relationships in a complex and matrixed organizational structure. </li> <li>Experience successfully managing budgets, including prioritizing and reallocating funds to make the best use of limited resources for strategic purposes. </li> <li>Substantial experience and demonstrated success working with BIPOC-led groups to advance a common goal.  </li> <li>Experience in and deep commitment to incorporating and growing the use of justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion principles in strategic goals, work plans, team culture, and operations.  </li> <li>Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to connect with a variety of audiences in writing, orally, and through digital means.  </li> <li>Experience with public speaking on technical and non-technical topics. </li> <li>Proven success in building strong partnerships with national leaders and organizations.  </li> <li>Successful development fundraising experience. </li> <li>A willingness to travel to advance organizational goals.  </li> <li>Demonstrated competence in research and strong quantitative and analytical skills. </li> <li>Strong writing and presentation skills and published materials in academic and/or “gray” publications. </li> <li>Familiarity with climate change and green sectors.  </li> <li>Familiarity with financial institutions. </li> <li>Understanding of the causes and strategies to address the racial wealth gap. </li> <li>Understanding of the challenges of urban sustainability, climate mitigation, adaptation and resilience. </li> <li>Knowledge of governmental agencies and processes related to community development, land-use, long-range planning, urban design, workforce, SMEs and/or housing and green infrastructure development. </li> <li> Commitment to NRDC’s mission and values.</li></ul><p> </p><p>NRDC is committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion, both in our work and in our workplace. We believe that celebrating and actively welcoming diverse voices and perspectives is essential to solving the planet's most pressing environmental problems, and we encourage applications from candidates whose identities have been historically under-represented in the environmental movement.  </p><p>  </p><p>We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.   </p><p>  </p><p><strong>We offer competitive salaries, </strong><strong>excellent benefits</strong><strong>, and a supportive working environment. Salary is based on a nonprofit scale and is commensurate with skills and experience. Internal equity will be reviewed and considered to determine a final offer. For this position, the salary range is $183,000 to $201,000.  </strong> </p><p>  </p><p>NRDC operates in a hybrid workplace. We offer our team members flexibility and ask them to come into the office to collaborate meaningfully with their colleagues. We call this purposeful presence.  </p><p> </p><p>As a science-based organization, NRDC aims to do our part to help contain the COVID-19 public health crisis. For the sake of health, safety, and equity, we ask that people be vaccinated unless they have an approved medical or religious accommodation or other exemption in accordance with state and local law. We consider a person to be vaccinated two weeks after receiving one full course of a CDC-approved vaccine. In accordance with state or local law, new hires will be asked to attest to vaccination, those wishing to do so may request medical or religious accommodations or other exemptions via NRDC Employee Relations. NRDC treats all vaccine-related data confidentially, in keeping with local, state, and federal laws.  </p><p>  </p><p>To apply, visit www.nrdc.org/careers and upload your résumé and cover letter. Please mention where you saw this posting and upload any additional materials that showcase your abilities. Due to the high volume of applications, we will contact only those candidates we would like to interview. Please no phone calls, emails, or in-person résumé drop-offs.  </p><p>  </p><p>If you experience technical problems while applying or if you are a person with a disability and need assistance applying online, please reach out to iCIMS Customer Care at 1-800-889-4422.  </p><p>  </p><p>For more about NRDC, visit www.nrdc.org. </p>

Protecting the planet's wildlife and ensuring clean air, water, and healthy communities through law, science, and activism.

Senior Director, Economic Development

<p><strong><em>The Aspen Institute</em></strong></p><p>The Aspen Institute is a global nonprofit organization committed to realizing a free, just, and equitable society. Since its founding in 1949, the Institute has been driving change through dialogue, leadership, and action to help solve the most critical challenges facing communities in the United States and around the world. Headquartered in Washington, DC, the Institute has a campus in Aspen, Colorado, and an international network of partners.</p><p> </p><p><strong><em>Commitment to Diversity, Equity &amp; Inclusion</em></strong></p><p>To achieve our mission of a more free, just, and equitable society, we commit to working proactively to advance the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion across our myriad endeavors such as the recruitment, compensation, training, and advancement of staff. The best people-serving institutions make this commitment, and we seek to be a leader in the ways that we do so and learn from others. Visit our website to learn more about our commitment and recent actions taken toward building and nurturing a diverse and inclusive environment.</p><p><strong>Program Description:</strong><br><br><strong>The Aspen Institute’s College Excellence Program </strong>supports colleges and universities in their quest to achieve a higher standard of excellence, delivering credentials that unlock life-changing careers and strengthen our economy, society, and democracy. We know it takes visionary college leaders to achieve this higher standard and we make it our mission to equip them with the knowledge, skills, and research-backed tools to inspire change, shift practice, and advance the capacity of colleges to deliver excellent and equitable student outcomes. Learn more at https://highered.aspeninstitute.org/</p><p><strong>Basic Function:</strong></p><p>The Director of Operations plays a lead role in managing and executing three functions essential to advancing the College Excellence Program’s mission: human resources, finances, and grant administration. This position is responsible for driving the processes that will identify, recruit, and hire staff, building the organizational culture that engages and develops staff, and providing people management support to the staff. The Director ensures finances are handled effectively to ensure strong stewardship of resources and to provide the strategic information needed for CEP’s program leaders to execute their work and devise revenue and expenditure strategies. The Director also devises and oversees the systems through which the senior team manages fundraising and grants, including prospecting new funders, stewarding existing funders, and completing grant reports.</p><p>This position reports to the Managing Director of CEP. The salary for this position is $150,000 - $170,000. This role will be in our Washington, DC office, with a minimum of twice per week in the office.</p><p><strong>Essential Duties and Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>The Director of Operations serves as a member of CEP’s senior team, leading and overseeing each of the areas listed below. The Director will lead a team that manages the program's human capital function, finances, grants, and overall operations.</p><ul> <li>Human capital: <ul style="list-style-type:circle;"> <li>Develop and execute systems for human capital development, including hiring, onboarding, professional development, and performance evaluation.</li> <li>Lead the process of recruiting and hiring staff.</li> <li>Maintain clear and transparent human capital policies, systems, and documentation, including job descriptions, promotion guidelines, and performance evaluation.</li> </ul> </li> <li>Finance: <ul style="list-style-type:circle;"> <li>Ensure the preparation of project budgets for grant proposals and contracts.</li> <li>Ensure strong financial reporting to directors and effective monitoring of budgets at the project and CEP levels.</li> <li>Conduct quarterly strategic budget analysis across programs and for CEP overall to project revenue expectations and needs, track spending, identify opportunities for efficiencies, and comply with Aspen Institute budget modeling and management processes.</li> <li>Oversee CEP Core/Admin budget and, with the Executive Director, reserve funds.</li> </ul> </li> <li>Grants management: <ul style="list-style-type:circle;"> <li>Develop and execute funder, stewardship, and grants strategy, including managing systems to ensure consistent outreach to funders, monitoring funder communications, preparing for grant renewals, and ensuring timely and high-quality grant proposals and reports.</li> </ul> </li> <li>Communications: <ul style="list-style-type:circle;"> <li>Ensure strong communication between operations teams and CEP program divisions.</li> <li>Serve as a strategic liaison to Aspen central services, ensuring that CEP adheres to Aspen policies and protocol and representing CEP at external and internal Aspen-wide meetings.</li> </ul> </li> <li>Operations: <ul style="list-style-type:circle;"> <li>Provide coaching and thought partnership to people managers and others to build program capacity for professional development and growth.</li> <li>Conduct periodic strategic reviews of partnerships, including consultants, vendors, and contractors, to analyze the efficiency and effectiveness of spending and capacity needs.</li> <li>Oversee and manage operational relationships and processes, including contract agreements and relationships, due diligence reviews, and legal review from the Aspen Institute legal department.</li> </ul> </li> <li>Support the Managing Director and Executive Director in developing and executing the strategies and agendas of senior team and staff meetings, including twice-annual home weeks and periodic senior team retreats.</li> <li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Knowledge, Education, and Experience:</strong></p><ul> <li>10+ years of relevant work experience with a track record of effective management of operations at a comparable mission-focused organization.</li> <li>An undergraduate degree is required, master’s degree in business, public administration, or a related field is strongly preferred (Equivalent experience will be considered).</li> <li>Enthusiasm for the mission of CEP.</li> <li>Ability to plan and lead complex projects with multiple stakeholders and timelines.</li> <li>Significant people management experience, with the ability to coach others toward high-quality people management.</li> <li>An understanding of the needs of a smaller nonprofit program and the capacity and skills to both manage and execute. Motivated more by whether work is done at high-quality levels than by who did it.</li> <li>Experience in grant preparation, grant reporting, and management of grant-funded work to achieve outcomes.</li> <li>Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences and to collaborate with partners and colleagues.</li> <li>Flexibility to adapt to changing program priorities, ability to manage multiple tasks, and willingness to pitch in where needed.</li></ul><p><strong>To apply:</strong></p><p><strong>All interested applicants must submit the following:</strong></p><p>1.<strong> </strong>A one-page cover letter. CEP prefers cover letters that describe what motivates you and how you understand and relate to our mission rather than a narrative version of your resume. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.</p><p>2. Resume/CV.<br> </p><p><em>The Aspen Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all District and federal laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran or disabled status and will not be discriminated against.</em></p><p><em>Candidate must have the ability to work under pressure and handle stress. Candidate must also have the ability to meet the regular attendance policy of the Aspen Institute.</em></p><p>Individuals needing an accommodation to complete the job application can contact HRSupport@aspeninstitute.org or call (202) 736-1074</p><p> </p>

The Aspen Institute is a global nonprofit organization committed to realizing a free, just, and equitable society.

Director of Operations, College Excellence Program (DC-Hybrid)

<p></p><p><strong>About Elemental Excelerator</strong></p><p>Elemental is a nonprofit investor in climate technologies with deep community impact. We bring more than a decade of experience across the climate sector, with an active and maturing portfolio of 150+ companies. Elemental fills two gaps fundamental to addressing climate change: funding projects for climate technologies in communities, and embedding equity and access into climate solutions. We invest in transformative technologies to create systems change for a more resilient, equitable future. </p><p>Elemental invests deeply in entrepreneurs from traditionally excluded backgrounds and embed equity and access through every aspect of development through implementation. We heavily focus on project deployments that meaningfully bring in community input and deliver community impact. We do more than write a check; we find innovative and creative ways to identify and fill financing and support gaps in the market. Our wraparound services include policy strategy, equity and access coaching, commercialization support, corporate connections, diverse talent acquisition, follow on funding partnerships and beyond. </p><p><strong>About the role<br></strong><br>Elemental is seeking a passionate self-starter, with an eye for detail and a way with words, to join our Growth Team as Development Manager. In this role, you will directly support and implement Elemental’s dynamic fundraising program and help meet our annual revenue goals. You will be responsible for writing compelling concept notes and winning grant proposals, while managing the entire funding cycle – from prospect tracking, proposal ideation and application submission to grant reporting and donor stewardship.<br><br>Both strategic and energetic, the Growth Team is expected to execute the organization’s ambitious strategic and revenue goals. The Development Manager will report directly to the Managing Director, Growth and collaborate closely with the rest of the Development Team, including the Director of Grants Administration and Development Analyst.   </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities Include:</strong></p><p><em>PROPOSAL DEVELOPMENT</em></p><ul><li>Research, develop, and write sophisticated, data-driven funding proposals and grant applications</li><li>Manage philanthropic and government grant application and diligence processes, including gathering materials, budgets and documentation</li><li>Develop creative and compelling concept notes, materials and presentation decks for donors and prospects</li><li>Manage an efficient content gathering and proposal development process across the organization’s program teams and finance and accounting department.</li></ul><p><em>GRANT REPORTING</em></p><ul><li>Design and build regular presentations for each funder and develop visual content and talking points with program leads </li><li>Track impact metrics required by each funder for grant reporting and support program leads with creating evaluation plans for each grant project</li><li>Write clear and accurate grant progress and final reports, that inspire and capture our progress and impact </li></ul><p><em>GRANT MANAGEMENT</em></p><ul><li>Manage and organize filing systems with all fundraising content and materials</li><li>Track the life cycle of grants in Airtable and synthesize development progress for the team on Basecamp and other platforms</li></ul><p><strong>About You </strong></p><p>You could be a great addition to our team if you are an experienced grant writer with a creative side. You bring a strong understanding of both how to structure sophisticated grant proposals and how to design beautiful pitch decks. You are skilled in grant management and understand budgeting, as well as working collaboratively with program teams across the organization to execute projects and report back impact to donors. You believe deeply in social and racial equity and have a pulse on climate philanthropy, climate finance and the federal funding landscape. You adapt to emerging funding opportunities and are able to quickly translate donor interests with program needs. And if climate tech is new to you, you are curious and ready to dive into learning.</p><p><strong>Qualifications (even if you don’t meet 100% of the qualifications, we still encourage you to apply!</strong>)            </p><p><strong>Desired skills:</strong>                              </p><ul><li>Proven experience in soliciting and securing new funding, from conceptualizing unique pitches to providing impeccable donor stewardship once funding is awarded</li><li>Exceptional writer, content creator, and data-driven storyteller</li><li>Finds joy in pulling together content, writing detailed proposals and reports, and designing presentation decks</li><li>Ability to balance multiple, complex fundraising initiatives simultaneously in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Strong comfort in managing CRMs, including Hubspot and AirTable and content creation tools, including Keynote and Google</li><li>Highly collaborative spirit with ability to quickly adapt, change and iterate content and materials to meet the needs of the team and/or donor </li></ul><p><strong>Standout skills:</strong>                                                                                     </p><ul><li>Demonstrated success in developing and securing 6 and 7-figure gifts from both philanthropic donors and foundations</li><li>Demonstrated success managing federal RFPs and government awards</li><li>Experience at a management consulting firm, preferably with a focus on climate action/environmental sustainability</li></ul><p><strong>And if you are interested in this opportunity but don't have direct experience, here are transferable skills that we believe are applicable and will help you in this role: </strong></p><p><strong>Compensation &amp; Benefits</strong></p><p>This is a full-time "at-will" position working at least 40 hours per week; and you will be asked to travel for work periodically.</p><p>The salary range for this role is $75,700 - $126,800 which is based on market data and the organization's compensation philosophy. Individual salary offers will depend on and may vary with location, relevant education, knowledge, skills, and experience. We also offer comprehensive employee benefits, including a professional development stipend and three weeks paid time off (<a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/12bF9qHpnJ_XY-0JAs3faiHVb6Kr3IAfBM8zC-EC89S4/edit#heading=h.nhgxo0sqza6i">more details here</a>). </p><p><strong>Location</strong></p><p>We will consider candidates located in New York and Washington DC. Elemental has a hybrid working model and if you are within a reasonable distance to one of our offices, we ask employees to come into the office at least one day a week to build community with the team. Currently, most people come in 1-2 times a week, but we encourage those who are interested to come in more often if they’d like. </p><p><strong>Other Details:</strong></p><p>We will accept and review applications on a rolling basis. Although all applications will be considered, we may be unable to respond to all inquiries. <strong>Please note that we do read cover letters, so we advise spending adequate time on them to share your relevant stories and experiences with us.</strong> We also ask that you refrain from using tools like Chat GPT and keep the cover letter to 1-2 pages long. </p><p>Elemental is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and has a strong commitment to diversity. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Candidates from the following groups are especially encouraged to apply: Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC); members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning, intersex, asexual (LGBTQIA+) communities; people who have disabilities; and people from low-income backgrounds. </p><p>Elemental is also committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable laws.</p><p> </p><p></p>

Development Manager

<p><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;"><span style="font-size:12pt;">ABOUT GREENPEACE</span></span><br></strong></p><p><strong>Greenpeace</strong> is a global, independent campaigning organization that uses peaceful protest, creative communication and people power to expose global environmental problems and promote solutions that are essential to a green and peaceful future. For more than fifty years, Greenpeace has fought to save the planet from the threats of climate change, destruction of ancient forests, deterioration of our oceans, and nuclear disaster.  As an independent campaigning organization, Greenpeace does not accept funds from any corporations or government entities. The global Greenpeace network is headquartered in the Netherlands, with offices around the world in over fifty countries. Greenpeace US is headquartered in Washington, DC, with a warehouse in Oakland.</p><p><span style="text-decoration:underline;"><strong><span style="font-size:18pt;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:12pt;">POSITION SUMMARY</span></span></span></strong></span></p><p>The <strong>Senior Democracy Campaigner </strong>is a critical part of Greenpeace USA’s campaign strategy focused on the lawsuit filed against Greenpeace offices for our solidarity work around the protests at Standing Rock. This trial is key, not only to protecting Greenpeace, but also to protecting the right to protest overall. The <strong>Senior Democracy Campaigner</strong> will work with Greenpeace volunteers and supporters, coalition partners and movement allies to plan joint strategies to protect the right to protest and push back against the introduction and passage of state-level anti-protest bills. The campaigner will train and build capacity of volunteers and state-based allies, develop campaign materials, issue updates, action alerts and media materials. The <strong>Senior Democracy Campaigner </strong>is responsible for expanding relationships on the ground with BIPOC communities and will serve as the vital link connecting Greenpeace’s national democracy campaign and movement allies at local and state levels.<br><br>The<strong> Senior Democracy Campaigner </strong>is a full-time, benefits-eligible, exempt, hybrid role, based in Washington D.C, and is represented by the Progressive Worker's Union. This role reports to the Democracy Campaign Director. Please note this position requires in-person work from our GPUS DC office a minimum of 2 days per week and a willingness for in-person work and travel, and occasional work outside of normal business hours, as needed.</p><p><span style="text-decoration:underline;"><strong><span style="font-size:12pt;">ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES</span></strong></span></p><p><strong>Strategy: </strong></p><ul><li>Implementing fast-paced advocacy, grassroots, digital and communication strategies for voting rights and protest rights.</li><li>Working with Greenpeace US Distributed Organization Team, Digital Engagement staff, to identify and act on state-level strategic opportunities to mobilize Greenpeace’s network of supporters and activists.  </li><li>Organizing efforts to counter state-level attacks on democracy and the right to protest, such as legislative attempts to criminalize protest or stifle speech through SLAPP lawsuits.</li><li>Actively contributing to the democracy campaign goals and drive campaign objectives.  Identify and guide strategic research and power analysis that makes a strong case for the right campaign targets that Greenpeace can move.  </li><li>Support and coordinate teams, as needed.</li></ul><p><strong>Outreach and Engagement:</strong></p><ul><li>Working with coalition partners to develop, maintain and share campaign strategies and resources.</li><li>Helping coordinate large and diverse coalitions.  Act as a thought partner with state coalition partners, movement allies in pushing our campaign objectives.</li><li>Maintaining and building relationships with state and local partners in grassroots and grassroots outreach, mobilization and advocacy strategies.</li></ul><p><strong>Other Duties:</strong></p><ul><li>Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as organizational or team priorities arise and/or shift. </li></ul><strong> </strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;"><span style="font-size:12pt;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);text-decoration:underline;"><strong>ROLE REQUIREMENTS</strong></span></span><strong>Knowledge and Experience: </strong><ul><li>BA/BS Degree preferred or equivalent educational experience</li><li>Minimum of 7 years experience in developing and delivering campaigns</li><li>Experience working in coalitions, including cross-cultural, cross-movement sector coalitions.</li><li>​​Experience leading people-powered or public engagement campaigns preferred.</li></ul><strong>Required Skills/Abilities/Competencies: </strong><ul><li>Organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects and navigate complex policies and relationships; experience with running fast paced, creative, engaging activist projects and campaigns project administration.</li><li>Proven understanding of and ability with social media practices, principles and implementation.</li><li>Clear understanding of the relationship between digital engagement and campaigning and advocacy and basic implementation skills, including experience with Project Management Tools such as Asana  and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tools such as EveryAction, ActionKit, or a similar membership platform (Or if this experience is not deep, eagerness to build these skills).</li><li>Strong presentation skills, written and oral; comfort speaking to the public, Greenpeace supporters, allies and the media.</li><li>Commitment to nonviolence as a means of effecting change. Proven track record of reaching and inspiring people online to take action both online and offline. </li><li>Experience in all phases of developing and running a project, from conception to completion.</li><li>General knowledge of traditional democracy-related topics, including campaign finance, voting rights, indigenous sovereignty and/or environmental justice desired but not essential if eager to dive in and learn. </li><li>A deep belief in the benefit of a participatory, fair and thriving democracy to make the world a better place - and a driving passion to help build that kind of democracy in the U.S.</li></ul><hr><p><em>If you are passionate about helping activists succeed in our fight against climate change and are passionate about cultivating a just and equitable work culture, please submit an application on our<a href="https://www.greenpeace.org/usa/jobs/"> careers page</a>. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and will conclude once we have found the candidate who best meets the qualifications.</em></p><p><em>Greenpeace is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, class, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability, family/marital status, religion or other protected classes. We strongly encourage applications from underrepresented communities. If you require assistance applying to this opportunity, please contact: <a href="mailto:usa-resumes@greenpeace.org">usa-resumes@greenpeace.org</a>.</em></p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;font-size:12pt;">COMPENSATION</span><br></strong></p><p>Greenpeace offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage with low contributions from staff. We have options for pre-tax flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care costs. Greenpeace employees enjoy generous 401K matching and time-off for vacation, sick, personal, and parental leave. After five years, staff are eligible for a paid sabbatical. To encourage public transportation use and biking, we offer subsidies for staff who choose to bike or ride mass transit to work. Greenpeace is committed to the growth and development of staff and fostering a creative workplace culture. <a href="http://www.greenpeace.org/usa/benefits-plan/">For more information, check out our benefits plan.</a> </p><p>This role is graded at a 3 and a salary within the range of <strong>$78,668-$85,146 </strong>is anticipated to be provided to the successful candidate having met the minimum requirements for the position consistent with reflecting our commitment to maintaining competitive and fair compensation practices. </p><p><em>Only applicants eligible to work and live in the United States without any legal restrictions need apply for this opportunity.</em></p>

Promoting global environmental solutions through peaceful protest and creative communication for a green and peaceful future.

Senior Democracy Campaigner

<p>Summary The "Required Documents" section of this announcement identifies all documents that must be uploaded in order to be considered a complete application package. Applicants who do not submit a complete application package will receive an incomplete application rating. Incomplete packages will not receive further consideration. If you have any questions regarding the application process, please reach out to the Executive Consultant listed in the "Agency Contact" section below. Responsibilities The Department of Energy's (DOE) Office of the General Counsel and the Advanced Research Projects Agency - Energy (ARPA-E) are looking for a dynamic, innovative, seasoned executive to lead and provide legal counsel to the ARPA-E Director and Deputy Directors and associated staff. Serve as a supervisor and senior legal specialist in providing information, counsel, advice, opinions, and determinations to ARPA-E management. As the Chief Counsel you will: Lead and provide legal, policy and business support for ARPA-E's process of competing, awarding, and implementing research awards, including drafting RFIs, Merit Review Plans, R&amp;D Funding Opportunity Announcements. Lead and provide legal support in negotiation and administration of resulting awards (e.g., grants and cooperative agreements). Lead and provide legal support of ARPA-E's Science and Engineering Support Services (SETA) procurement contract. Provide legal advice to ARPA-E leadership and contracting team on contract completion, negotiations, interpretation, conflict of interest affecting contractor employees, and contract amendments. Lead and provide legal support for ARPA-E's Small Business Investment Research (SBIR) Program, including competing and awarding SBIR research projects, ensuring compliance with SBA statutory and policy requirements. Lead legal activities designed to assure adequacy and propriety in ARPA-E activities and documentation, and protection of legal rights of the Government and parties affected by ARPA-E activities on a wide variety of topics. Provide legal support for hiring and on-boarding ARPA-E technical and other personnel using ARPA-E's special hiring authority. Serve as ARPA-E's Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Official responsible for addressing and responding to all FOIA requests related to ARPA-E. Serve as ARPA-E Audit Liaison for all audits and investigations related to ARPA-E, including by GAO and IG. Serve as ARPA-E's NEPA Compliance Officer, providing environmental reviews of ARPA-E projects, and leading Environmental Assessments. Requirements Conditions of Employment CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT FOR THIS VACANCY: This is a career position in the SES. Unless the selectee is already a member of the SES with career status or has successfully completed an SES Candidate Development Program certified by OPM, executive qualifications must be approved by OPM before the appointment can be effected. If you are selected, you will be responsible for working with a DOE Executive Consultant to finalize your ECQ narrative for OPM submission. CITIZENSHIP: You must be a U.S. Citizen or National. HOMELAND SECURITY PRESIDENTIAL DIRECTIVE (HSPD-12): A selectee's appointment is contingent upon compliance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive (HSPD-12) governing personal identity. PUBLIC FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE REPORT (OGE 278): If you are selected for this position, you will be required to file this report prior to entry on duty in accordance with the Ethics of Government Act of 1978. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: An individual's initial SES career appointment becomes final only after the individual successfully completes a one-year probationary period. SECURITY CLEARANCE: You must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance. DRUG TESTING: As a condition of appointment to this position, you will be subject to pre-employment/pre-appointment testing for illegal drug use under the U.S. Department of Energy Employee Drug Plan. If you are selected you will be provided information regarding drug testing. Failure to undergo testing or positive findings resulting from the test will eliminate you from further consideration for this position. If selected for and appointed to this position you will be subject to random drug testing while employed. SELECTIVE SERVICE: All males born after December 31, 1959, must abide by laws regarding Selective Service registration. To learn more about this law, visit the Selective Service web page, Who Must Register. If you are not registered and don't have an approved exemption, you will not be eligible for employment with the Federal government. MOBILITY: A mobility agreement may be required based on mission needs. BAR MEMBERSHIP: You must be a current active member in good standing of the Bar of a State or Territory of the United States, District of Columbia, or Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. Qualifications The application process used to recruit for this position is the RESUME BASED method. Applicants must show possession of the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and any technical qualifications via resume. Your resume presented will reflect that you possess the ECQs and give a synopsis of your accomplishments. Although applicants cannot address the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) separately, evidence of each must be clearly demonstrated in the five (5) page resume and throughout the entire application package. Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) listed later in this section below must be addressed in a separate narrative. EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): The five (5) ECQs described below were designed to assess executive-level experiences and potential not technical expertise. They measure whether an individual has the broad executive skills needed to succeed in a variety of SES positions. 1: Leading Change: Ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals and establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment. 2: Leading People: Ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals and provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts. 3: Results Driven: Ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations, and make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks. 4: Business Acumen: Ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically. 5: Building Coalitions: Ability to build coalitions internally and with other Federal agencies, State and local governments, nonprofit and private sector organizations, foreign governments, or international organizations to achieve common goals. MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (MTQs): As part of your application package, a supplemental narrative must be uploaded addressing each MTQ listed below. No more than one (1) page per MTQ is allowed; additional informational information will not be considered. MTQs must provide specific examples that address relevant experience and accomplishments. Applicants must reflect superior technical qualifications demonstrated through leadership and management in the following MTQs. Failure to submit a narrative statement addressing each of the MTQs may cause your application to be deemed incomplete and not be considered. MTQ 1: Describe your comprehensive knowledge of law, legal principles, and precedents necessary to handle complex legal and policy issues related to funding high risk research and development (R&amp;D) programs, particularly in energy and energy-related technologies, including a demonstrated understanding of the business perspectives of both public and private sector partners, and the principles necessary to protect the Government's interests in administering such programs. MTQ 2: Demonstrate your knowledge of legal principles and practices including federal financial assistance, federal procurement, Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) contracting, "other transactions" agreements, National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), ethics, Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Privacy Act, personnel law, intellectual property, administrative law, finance, and appropriations law. Inherent in this qualification is the demonstrated ability to lead negotiations and execution of highly complex financial assistance agreements and other arrangements, as well as influence senior officials. MTQ 3: Demonstrate your skill in developing a strategy to communicate, interpret, and advocate on complex legal matters arising in a broad range of legal practice areas; provide legal advice to leadership; and assess and prioritize client and organizational needs. Education Must meet the minimum education requirements of successful completion of a full course of study in a school of law accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA) with a professional law degree (L.L.B or J.D.). You must provide a copy of your transcripts from an accredited institution. Be sure to include those transcripts directly applicable to determining your meeting the education requirements. Failure to provide proof of education will result in non-consideration for this position. OFFICIAL ORIGINAL TRANSCRIPTS will be required to be provided prior to entrance-on-duty for individuals selected. Education must be obtained from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For special instructions pertaining to foreign education and a list of organizations that can evaluate foreign education, see Department of Education. Additional Information The U.S. Department of Energy fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Telework: Your position may be eligible for workplace flexibilities which may include remote work or telework options, and/or flexible work scheduling. These flexibilities may be requested in accordance with the DOE Workplace Flexibilities policy. For general information on government-wide Telework polices visit: www.telework.gov E-VERIFY: New employees to the Department of Energy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. OF-306: You may be required to complete an OF-306, "Declaration for Federal Employment" form used to (a) determine your suitability for Federal Employment and/or (b) in conducting an investigation to determine your suitability or ability to hold a security clearance. Applications contain information subject to the Privacy Act (PL 93 579, 5 USC 552a). The information is used to determine qualifications for employment and is authorized under Title 5, USC, Section 3302 and 3361. The Fair Chance Act prohibits specific inquiries concerning an applicant's criminal or credit background unless the hiring agency has made a conditional offer of employment to the applicant. An applicant may submit a complaint to the agency within 30 calendar days of the date of alleged non-compliance by completing the Fair Chance Act Intake Form and submitting it to the Administrative Investigations Program at AdministrativeInvestigations@hq.doe.gov. The selecting official may need to consult Departmental ethics counsel to determine whether any of your former or current employers, affiliations, or financial holdings conflict with your ability to perform the duties of this position. If necessary, ethics counsel will work with you and the hiring office regarding potential mitigation strategies, if available. Hiring incentives may be authorized in accordance with agency policy and if funding is available. This is a non-bargaining unit position.</p>

Building America's new energy economy. Reducing environmental risks. Discovery via innovative scientific research. 🇺🇸

Chief Counsel

<div><b>About Fluence: </b>Fluence Energy, Inc. (Nasdaq: FLNC) is a global market leader in energy storage products and services, and optimization software for renewables and storage. With a presence in over 47 markets globally, Fluence provides an ecosystem of offerings to drive the clean energy transition, including modular, scalable energy storage products, comprehensive service offerings, and the Fluence IQ Platform, which delivers AI-enabled SaaS products for managing and optimizing renewables and storage from any provider. Fluence is transforming the way we power our world by helping customers create more resilient and sustainable electric grids.</div><div>For more information, visit our <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=EJRLpfhqVH_yBuxqd4hdNqtxyT82bCP6_Opwf3EDdyaGDKkbXs1mIsfMP9QQmavqeBGrHFrRsoQsy2NeutKfJQ==">website</a>, or follow us on <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=xQb2fqlhI8b-YKgRl7u95mIjnGRba5V9ma4OCKf7P79ZhbT7L5WUOiQyJFjkIU6gVLq7QzxjXzi-5m4lx5a0k-s6LSZ4xcooofui8l1zKWU=">LinkedIn</a> or <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=nGiraM4CyOamAEPje7GQc4jN2xP6rpxJqaeSHW3ohK8p16uU-D5QtQDB2aldcOoUI_YY9j7qX04uJMTzKddlYA==">Twitter</a>. To stay up to date on the latest industry insights, <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=QMLiTwWsXCAkd165O6AtYrpmVtDc_q4et05Eh3dnLGymvCOMYHnW2l2hJJo9BlfJ_eL74NZvmXxyPiQFP00Q-z8RdN2Wt9wXAqjE40FGXlE5j049tMbWRtv_nMhwBqdEoU3bwarwui0ER758IJ0i_g0gI76hcMB6muklIEqPPQM=">sign up for Fluence's Full Potential Blog</a>.</div><div> </div><div><b style="font-size:12pt;">OUR CULTURE AND VALUES</b></div><div><br></div><div>We are guided by our passion to transform the way we power our world. Achieving our goals requires creativity, diversity of ideas and backgrounds, and building trust to effect change and move with speed.</div><div><br></div><div><b>We are Leading </b></div><div>Fluence currently has thousands of MW of energy storage projects operated or awarded worldwide in addition to the thousands of MW of projects managed by our trading platform—and we are growing every day. </div><div><br></div><div><b>We are Responsible </b></div><div>Fluence is defined by its unwavering commitment to safety, quality, and integrity. </div><div><br></div><div><b>We are Agile </b></div><div>We achieve our goals and meet our customer’s needs by cultivating curiosity, adaptability, and self-reflection in our teams.</div><div><br></div><div><b>We are Fun </b></div><div>We value the diversity in thought and experience of our coworkers and customers. Through honest, forthcoming, and respectful communications we work to ensure that Fluence is an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. </div><div><br></div><div><b>LOCATION: Hybrid, in office 2-3 days per week in one of our hubs located in Arlington, VA / Alpharetta, GA/ Houston , TX / San Francisco, CA</b></div><div><br></div><div>This position reports to the CFO for the Americas region and is responsible for driving the financial results of large projects in execution.  The position will partner with the Directors of Project Management to achieve the financial targets for the Americas region.  Responsibilities include leadership of the financial execution team, driving the achievement of financial results while ensuring compliance with accounting, tax, and internal controls requirements.  The position requires interfacing with many internal stakeholders as well as with customers, suppliers and outside contractors. This role requires a background in accounting &amp; finance, including contract administration, working with infrastructure and construction projects.  Management experience is a must.  This is a leadership position requiring transparent communication to executive management.</div><div> </div><div><b>As Director, Portfolio Finance Management at Fluence, you will:</b></div><div>·<span style="font-size:7pt;">         </span>Drive the achievement of financial results for the Americas region</div><div>·<span style="font-size:7pt;">         </span>Provide direction and leadership to the financial project organization</div><div>·<span style="font-size:7pt;">         </span>Develop organization to support the evolving needs of the region</div><div>·<span style="font-size:7pt;">         </span>Ensure full financial transparency through timely and comprehensive project reporting and forecasting</div><div>·<span style="font-size:7pt;">         </span>Develop revenue, margin and cash flow forecasts for the region</div><div>·<span style="font-size:7pt;">         </span>Drive project teams to mitigate risks, secure opportunities and achieve forecasts; participate in </div><div>       project  reviews</div><div>·<span style="font-size:7pt;">         </span>Work to continuously improve financial execution processes</div><div>·<span style="font-size:7pt;">         </span>Ensure adherence to applicable accounting, tax and internal control guidelines</div><div>·<span style="font-size:7pt;">         </span>Ensure adherence to commercial terms and conditions in customer and supplier contracts</div><div> </div><div> </div><div><br></div><br><br><h3>What will the ideal candidate bring to Fluence?</h3><ul><li>10-12 years of increasing responsibility for financially managing large projects, preferably in the energy sector, including scopes of engineering, procurement and construction needed.</li><li>Minimum 5 years managing teams.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to lead teams to achieve objectives.</li><li>Prior experience as the finance head of a small to medium sized business unit</li><li>Capability to drive the financial performance of a business.</li><li>Advanced understanding of project accounting requirements, including internal control</li><li>Advanced understanding of commercial contract terms and conditions</li><li>Experienced in negotiating directly with customers and suppliers.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to interact with executive management.</li><li>Up to 25% travel as needed.</li><li><b>Required Education and Training:</b></li><li>Bachelor’s degree with a major in accounting, business administration, or finance</li><li>Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification desired</li><li>MBA a plus</li></ul><br><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">To support our teams and their families beyond the workplace, Fluence provides an outstanding benefits package effective day one of employment! </span></div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">Fluence provides medical benefits, employee resource group opportunities, 401K options and first-rate PTO/Vacation plans for valuable work life balance.</span></div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">🔋 ERG Opportunities #diversity </span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">🔋 Unlimited PTO</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">🔋 Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Pet Insurance</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">🔋 Generous 401K Match</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">🔋 Annual Bonus Incentive</span></div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">Questions?  Message your Talent Acquisition Partner Directly:</span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/quinnjennifer/" style="font-size:10.5pt;"> https://www.linkedin.com/in/quinnjennifer/</a></div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-size:10px;">Fluence IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and fully subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity to ensure that all applicants and employees are considered for hire, promotion, and job status without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital or familial status. </span></div>

Director, Portfolio Finance Management - Renewable Energy Sector

<h2>Overview</h2><p>NRDC is a non-profit environmental advocacy organization. We use law, science, and the support of 3.1 million members and online activists to protect the planet's wildlife and wild places and to ensure the rights of all people to clean air, clean water, and healthy communities. NRDC was founded in 1970 and our people helped write some of America's bedrock environmental laws, including the Clean Water Act and many of the implementing regulations. Today, our team of more than 700 lawyers, scientists, economists, policy advocates, communications experts, and others work across the United States and the globe from our offices in Beijing; Bozeman, Montana; Chicago; New Delhi; New York; San Francisco; Santa Monica; and Washington, D.C. </p><p> </p><p>NRDC is seeking a Director, Budget &amp; Operations to work with the Communications Department in our New York City or Washington, D.C. office. </p><p><strong>Position Summary</strong> </p><p>The Director, Budget and Operations is responsible for overseeing the operations responsibilities of NRDC’s Communications team, with an emphasis on budget management. Other areas of work will include grant management, contract management, staff training on systems and procedures, oversight of department interns, and coordinating with Communications team managers on HR matters including hiring and onboarding. This position is also responsible for working with the Chief Communications Office to manage key Communications initiatives that relate to how the department functions, such as goalsetting. This role will work closely with colleagues in HR, Finance, Accounting, and Development, among other areas.  </p><p> </p><p>The Director, Budget and Operations will provide management and oversight to a team of four staff - one SP&amp;O Associate and three Administrative Coordinators. They will also serve as a mentor and subject matter expert for NRDC’s Operations function and associated workstreams and processes, ensuring effective resource allocation, financial management, and compliance with NRDC-wide policies and best practices. </p><h2>Responsibilities</h2><p>To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the following essential functions: </p><ul> <li>Streamline and manage the annual expense budgeting process for Communications. Support execution and monitoring of grant spending. </li> <li>Manage and ensure that budget, capacity, and resource allocation align with priorities. </li> <li>Oversee income and grant management for the Communications department—tracking, reporting, and managing all Communications Department income and working with budget code managers to ensure tight adherence to budgets.  </li> <li>Produce regular reports on expense tracking; develop systems, templates, and tools for regular and consistent reporting on budgets to managers and throughout the Communications Department.  </li> <li>Train others on budget management systems and processes to ensure strong budgeting and tracking throughout the department.  </li> <li>Oversee department-wide systems for managing operational responsibilities, such as contract management and grant management.  </li> <li>Ensure that institutional policies, procedures, and initiatives (e.g., end-of-fiscal year close-out) are understood and put into practice by the Comms team. </li> <li>Support people strategy in collaboration with Communications leadership and operations leads, including headcount budget, compensation, performance reviews, and promotion processes in accordance with the framework set forth by Human Resources.     </li> <li>Promote employee engagement, team and people development, ODEI and culture-building opportunities, in alignment with NRDC policy and values.   </li> <li>Work closely with Chief Communications Officer to coordinate among the Communications leadership team and to cascade key initiatives throughout the department.  </li> <li>Support management and consistency in hiring and onboarding practices.  </li> <li>Manage a team of Operations and Administrative professionals in support of the initiatives described above. </li></ul><p>The above list of duties is not comprehensive but generally demonstrates the types of matters under this position’s responsibility. Other duties may be assigned. </p><h2>Qualifications</h2><p><strong>Minimum Education &amp; Experience:  </strong></p><ul> <li>Bachelor’s degree in relevant field. </li> <li>Minimum 8 years relevant experience, plus minimum 2 years experience managing people and/or a team. </li> <li>And/or equivalent combination of education and experience. </li></ul><p><strong>Skills, Abilities, Competencies </strong> </p><ul> <li>Strong work ethic and interest in collaborative and supportive management. </li> <li>Experience managing staff, including strong team management and team-building skills. </li> <li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills. </li> <li>Strong planning and project management skills. </li> <li>Knowledge of the fundamentals of business contracts and negotiations. </li> <li>Vendor management skills. </li> <li>Budget management skills. </li> <li>Strong organizational and project management skills essential. </li> <li>Strong attention to detail. </li> <li>Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment  </li> <li>Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.   </li> <li>Strong project management skills and the ability to juggle multiple projects at once.  </li> <li>Ability to travel to NRDC U.S. based offices, approximately 10-15% annually </li> <li>Forward-looking and strategic thinker with a multidisciplinary approach to problem solving.    </li> <li>An authentic, trusted leader, with energy and resolve.  </li> <li>Superb facilitator and collaborator   </li> <li>Excellent communication skills, strong listener  </li> <li>Experience in and deep commitment to incorporating and growing the use of justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion principles in strategic goals, work plans, team culture, and operations.   </li> <li>Drive and passion to pursue challenging goals aggressively while fostering positive/collaborative environment.  </li> <li>Experience successfully managing budgets, including prioritizing and reallocating funds to make the best use of limited resources for strategic purposes.  </li> <li>Strong organizational skills and proven ability to manage people, projects, and relationships in a complex/matrixed organizational structure.  </li> <li>Ability to diagnose complex problems, assess risk, generate solutions, and make decisions. </li></ul><p>NRDC is committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion, both in our work and in our workplace. We believe that celebrating and actively welcoming diverse voices and perspectives is essential to solving the planet's most pressing environmental problems, and we encourage applications from candidates whose identities have been historically under-represented in the environmental movement. </p><p> </p><p>We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.  </p><p> </p><p>We offer competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and a supportive working environment. Salary is based on a nonprofit scale and is commensurate with skills and experience. Internal equity will be reviewed and considered to determine a final offer. For this position, the salary range is $141,000 to $155,500.  </p><p> </p><p>Our offices are open and we are operating in a hybrid model. We offer NRDCers flexibility, and we ask them to come into the office and spend meaningful time there in collaboration with their colleagues. We call this purposeful presence. </p><p> </p><p>As a science-based organization, NRDC aims to do our part to help contain the COVID-19 public health crisis. For the sake of health, safety, and equity, we ask that people be vaccinated unless they have an approved medical or religious accommodation or other exemption in accordance with state and local law. We consider a person to be vaccinated two weeks after receiving one full course of a CDC-approved vaccine. In accordance with state or local law, new hires will be asked to attest to vaccination, those wishing to do so may request medical or religious accommodations or other exemptions via NRDC Employee Relations. NRDC treats all vaccine-related data confidentially, in keeping with local, state, and federal laws. </p><p> </p><p>To apply, visit www.nrdc.org/careers and upload your résumé and cover letter. Please mention where you saw this posting and upload any additional materials that showcase your abilities. Due to the high volume of applications, we will contact only those candidates we would like to interview. Please no phone calls, emails, or in-person résumé drop-offs. </p><p> </p><p>If you experience technical problems while applying or if you are a person with a disability and need assistance applying online, please reach out to iCIMS Customer Care at 1-800-889-4422. </p><p> </p><p>For more about NRDC, visit www.nrdc.org. </p>

Director, Budget and Operations

<h2>Overview</h2><p>NRDC is a non-profit environmental advocacy organization. We use law, science, and the support of 3.1 million members and online activists to protect the planet's wildlife and wild places and to ensure the rights of all people to clean air, clean water, and healthy communities. NRDC was founded in 1970 and our people helped write some of America's bedrock environmental laws, including the Clean Water Act and many of the implementing regulations. Today, our team of more than 700 lawyers, scientists, economists, policy advocates, communications experts, and others work across the United States and the globe from our offices in Beijing; Bozeman, Montana; Chicago; New Delhi; New York; San Francisco; Santa Monica; and Washington, D.C. </p><p> </p><p>NRDC is seeking an Executive Assistant to work with the International team in our Washington, DC office. </p><p><strong>Position Summary</strong></p><p>Under the guidance of the Senior Vice President, International (SVP, International), this position manages the office of the SVP, International’s Leadership team and a variety of special projects. They will provide full day-to-day administrative support to the SVP, International including calendar management and scheduling, planning travel logistics, and meeting coordination. They will also play a key role in effectively coordinating several projects overseen by the SVP, International, particularly in budget planning, research, and communications. </p><p>The ideal candidate is a self-starter, quick learner and knows how to manage their own work and balance assignments. The individual in this role must be comfortable working in an independent, flexible, and efficient manner in a fast-paced work environment and be able to prioritize projects. Excellent research, writing, interpersonal, and project coordination skills are required. The candidate must be skilled at working in a collaborative culture and possess good judgment and tact. </p><h2>Responsibilities</h2><p>To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the following essential functions:</p><ul> <li>Work closely with the SVP, International to provide administrative support on daily activities, including calendar management and scheduling, processing of correspondence, invoice and expense reporting, file maintenance, preparation of presentations and other materials. Complete other administrative duties (copy, scan and distribute documents, etc.), as required. </li> <li>Manage material gathering, administer the collaborative online space for materials and agendas, and participate in meetings to take notes.</li> <li>Organize and coordinate meetings and events with internal and external parties and oversee logistics, scheduling and technology of programmatic meetings and retreats.</li> <li>Coordinate travel arrangements and occasionally support the SVP, International during travel, including providing executive level support for SVP and other leadership teams during international fora.</li> <li>Liaise with Strategy, Planning, and Operations (SP&amp;O) and or Finance team members at the request of SVP, International to provide current budgetary information.</li> <li>Prepare briefing materials, conduct research, and draft documents.</li> <li>Provide ad-hoc hands-on support for a variety of projects and roles.</li> <li>Work with relevant Programs and NRDC staff, ensuring initiatives and projects are on track in terms of timeline and content. Provide early warning and follow up when something is in danger of going off-track. Identify barriers to project completion and help overcome them.</li> <li>Track and follow up on SVP, International requests and work assignments inside and outside Programs, as needed, to ensure timely response.</li> <li>Maintain International’s calendar and ensure projects and events are well coordinated and communicated.</li> <li>Provide analytical support which may include research, project or situation assessment, data gathering and reporting.</li></ul><p>The above list of duties is not comprehensive but generally demonstrates the types of matters under this position’s responsibility. Other duties may be assigned.</p><p> </p><h2>Qualifications</h2><p><strong>Education &amp; Experience</strong></p><ul> <li>BA/BS degree or equivalent work experience</li> <li>5 to 7 years administrative or office management experience including 3 years’ experience in an Executive Assistant or equivalent role, supporting C-suite or Director level staff (for profit or nonprofit)</li> <li>Experience and ability to work in high profile international environment.</li></ul><p><strong>Skills, Abilities, Competencies</strong></p><ul> <li>Excellent PowerPoint, Word and Excel skills.</li> <li>Proficiency in Infographics, Vizio or similar software. Experience using Adobe InDesign a plus.</li> <li>Strong project management and project coordination skills.</li> <li>Proactive, detail oriented, problem solver with the ability to deliver high-quality results on-time.</li> <li>Experience working with multiple teams, priorities, and projects at the same time.</li> <li>Strong writing and researching skills.</li> <li>Ability to and passion for facilitating the work of a senior leader and helping a team run successfully.</li> <li>Superior organizational skills and ability to prioritize and balance multiple tasks in a fast-moving environment.</li> <li>Ability to perform administrative tasks well and simultaneously adjust focus between “big picture” strategic work and day to day “to dos” with ease.</li> <li>Strong research and analytical skills; ability to translate material logically and share ideas and recommendations clearly.</li> <li>Demonstrated skill in problem-solving; enjoys a challenge, achieves satisfaction from working things out, getting things done; demonstrates curiosity.</li> <li>Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.</li> <li>Comfortable interacting with staff at all levels and representing the ideas or position of the SVP clearly and diplomatically, when needed.</li> <li>Idea generator who can think creatively with practical accomplishment in mind. Can come to the position with ideas on how to make the Executive Assistant position most successful.</li> <li>Collaborative spirit; enjoys being part of a team.</li> <li>Ability to travel to NRDC U.S. and international based offices and major international fora approximately 15-30% annually.</li> <li>Commitment to NRDC’s mission, values, and DEI principles.</li></ul><p>NRDC is committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion, both in our work and in our workplace. We believe that celebrating and actively welcoming diverse voices and perspectives is essential to solving the planet's most pressing environmental problems, and we encourage applications from candidates whose identities have been historically under-represented in the environmental movement. </p><p> </p><p>We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.  </p><p> </p><p>We offer competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and a supportive working environment. Salary is based on a nonprofit scale and is commensurate with skills and experience. Internal equity will be reviewed and considered to determine a final offer. For this position, the salary range is $82,500 to $91,000.  </p><p> </p><p>Our offices are open and we are operating in a hybrid model. We offer NRDCers flexibility, and we ask them to come into the office and spend meaningful time there in collaboration with their colleagues. We call this purposeful presence. </p><p> </p><p>As a science-based organization, NRDC aims to do our part to help contain the COVID-19 public health crisis. For the sake of health, safety, and equity, we ask that people be vaccinated unless they have an approved medical or religious accommodation or other exemption in accordance with state and local law. We consider a person to be vaccinated two weeks after receiving one full course of a CDC-approved vaccine. In accordance with state or local law, new hires will be asked to attest to vaccination, those wishing to do so may request medical or religious accommodations or other exemptions via NRDC Employee Relations. NRDC treats all vaccine-related data confidentially, in keeping with local, state, and federal laws. </p><p> </p><p>To apply, visit www.nrdc.org/careers and upload your résumé and cover letter. Please mention where you saw this posting and upload any additional materials that showcase your abilities. Due to the high volume of applications, we will contact only those candidates we would like to interview. Please no phone calls, emails, or in-person résumé drop-offs. </p><p> </p><p>If you experience technical problems while applying or if you are a person with a disability and need assistance applying online, please reach out to iCIMS Customer Care at 1-800-889-4422. </p><p> </p><p>For more about NRDC, visit www.nrdc.org. </p>

Executive Assistant

<div><b>About Fluence: </b>Fluence Energy, Inc. (Nasdaq: FLNC) is a global market leader in energy storage products and services, and optimization software for renewables and storage. With a presence in over 47 markets globally, Fluence provides an ecosystem of offerings to drive the clean energy transition, including modular, scalable energy storage products, comprehensive service offerings, and the Fluence IQ Platform, which delivers AI-enabled SaaS products for managing and optimizing renewables and storage from any provider. Fluence is transforming the way we power our world by helping customers create more resilient and sustainable electric grids.</div><div>For more information, visit our <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=EJRLpfhqVH_yBuxqd4hdNqtxyT82bCP6_Opwf3EDdyaGDKkbXs1mIsfMP9QQmavqeBGrHFrRsoQsy2NeutKfJQ==">website</a>, or follow us on <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=xQb2fqlhI8b-YKgRl7u95mIjnGRba5V9ma4OCKf7P79ZhbT7L5WUOiQyJFjkIU6gVLq7QzxjXzi-5m4lx5a0k-s6LSZ4xcooofui8l1zKWU=">LinkedIn</a> or <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=nGiraM4CyOamAEPje7GQc4jN2xP6rpxJqaeSHW3ohK8p16uU-D5QtQDB2aldcOoUI_YY9j7qX04uJMTzKddlYA==">Twitter</a>. To stay up to date on the latest industry insights, <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=QMLiTwWsXCAkd165O6AtYrpmVtDc_q4et05Eh3dnLGymvCOMYHnW2l2hJJo9BlfJ_eL74NZvmXxyPiQFP00Q-z8RdN2Wt9wXAqjE40FGXlE5j049tMbWRtv_nMhwBqdEoU3bwarwui0ER758IJ0i_g0gI76hcMB6muklIEqPPQM=">sign up for Fluence's Full Potential Blog</a>.</div><div> </div><div><b style="font-size:12pt;">OUR CULTURE AND VALUES</b></div><div><br></div><div>We are guided by our passion to transform the way we power our world. Achieving our goals requires creativity, diversity of ideas and backgrounds, and building trust to effect change and move with speed.</div><div><br></div><div><b>We are Leading </b></div><div>Fluence currently has thousands of MW of energy storage projects operated or awarded worldwide in addition to the thousands of MW of projects managed by our trading platform—and we are growing every day. </div><div><br></div><div><b>We are Responsible </b></div><div>Fluence is defined by its unwavering commitment to safety, quality, and integrity. </div><div><br></div><div><b>We are Agile </b></div><div>We achieve our goals and meet our customer’s needs by cultivating curiosity, adaptability, and self-reflection in our teams.</div><div><br></div><div><b>We are Fun </b></div><div>We value the diversity in thought and experience of our coworkers and customers. Through honest, forthcoming, and respectful communications we work to ensure that Fluence is an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. </div><div><br></div><div>ABOUT THIS POSITION</div><div><br></div><div>Location: Hybrid (2-3 days onsite) in Arlington, VA</div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">The Americas Regional Paralegal will be responsible for assisting in providing day-to-day contract administration claims management and legal support for Fluence projects located throughout the Americas region. </span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;"> </span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">The Americas Regional Paralegal is a valued and trusted partner of both the customer, legal, and the construction project execution teams, in addition to the various internal departments. The role is important given its potential to directly impact and contribute to the company’s goals to increase business performance, mitigate project risks, and overall to enhance the reputation of our business amongst Fluence’s customers. </span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;"> </span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">This role serves as a major conduit between the legal team, external counsel (where applicable) and senior management in support of key company initiatives and objectives. Under the day-to-day supervision of the Americas Regional Head of Contracts &amp; Claims Management and the Americas Legal Team, the Americas Regional Paralegal will work closely with Project Managers, Portfolio Finance Managers (PFM), Paralegal, Legal, Finance, Scheduling and Technical Accounting internal departments reporting to the Americas Regional Head of Contracts and Claims Management. </span></div><div><br></div><div>As Americas Regional Paralegal, you must be:</div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">·</span><span style="font-size:7pt;">       </span><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">Self-motivated, flexible, and organized</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">·</span><span style="font-size:7pt;">       </span><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">Have the ability to quickly dissect information to get to the core of related issues</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">·</span><span style="font-size:7pt;">       </span><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">Able to multi-task and switch focus at short notice</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">·</span><span style="font-size:7pt;">       </span><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">Have well developed written and strong interpersonal communication skills</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">·</span><span style="font-size:7pt;">       </span><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">Possess strong time management skills</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">·</span><span style="font-size:7pt;">       </span><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">Attentive to details, efficient yet tenacious to obtain the facts coupled with a sense of urgency required to meet critical deadlines</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">·</span><span style="font-size:7pt;">       </span><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">Diplomatic and courteous by using appropriate and effective tone in all verbal and written communications.</span></div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">We are looking for a self-starter who takes the initiative and has the ability to work independently as well as an integral respected member of project and inter departmental teams. Candidates must possess strong forensic capabilities and be experienced in carefully drafting project correspondence, reports and claims utilizing accepted methods to quantify both delays and damages for large multidisciplinary energy-focused EPC construction projects.</span></div><div><br></div><div>Responsibilities</div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;"> </span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">Forge strong respectful rapport quickly and efficiently with project teams and internal departments in order to identify and pursue/ mitigate/ maximize commercial and contractual risks, claims and additional revenue optimization opportunities with our      customers, vendors, subcontractors and/ or our internal stakeholders. </span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">Develop, evaluate and process claims and/ or counterclaims, back charges and such like against counterparties in accordance with company policies and procedures.</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">Develop and/ or refine contractual change orders and/ or contract amendments.</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">Research and communicate with internal stakeholders and external attorneys and third-party engineers and consultants to investigate project and corporate related contractual claims and legal related matters.</span></div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">Organizing documentation related to the Fluence Americas Regional Projects Portfolio</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">Input and entry of data pertaining to Lien tracking/ filing services.</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">Researching technical references, and legal matters</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">Ensures that claims are properly endorsed, entered into organizational databases, and securely maintained.</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">Engage internal and where required external stakeholders in negotiation-related decisions involving legal, finance, project      management and/ or regulatory requirements, contract standards, adherence to company policies, contractual changes, and/ or cost targets.</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">Review and analyze claim information and contractual obligations for in-process claims (EPC and/ or Service warranty claims) in order to determine proper resolution and to identify and resolve errors prior to implementation of final resolution. </span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">Evaluate projects and engage with project management personnel and/ or Regional Management to determine and measure delay      impacts using recognized cost, contracts and claims/ dispute resolution methodologies and strategies.</span></div><div><br></div><div><b><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">Required travel: approximately 25 - 30%. Primarily domestic travel.</span></b></div><br><br><h3>What does the ideal candidate bring to Fluence?</h3><ul><li>Bachelor’s Degree or comparable paralegal experience; Paralegal Certificate highly preferred.</li><li>5-10 years of experience as a corporate paralegal at a multinational company or law firm.</li><li>Possess strong competencies in legal technical writing and data research/ analysis.</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 applications, notably Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams, PowerPoint and SharePoint.</li><li>Prior Netsuite, Salesforce and/ or Primavera experience would be an advantage. </li><li>An understanding of global battery storage solutions and construction methodologies is a plus</li><li>Strong interpersonal communication skills to coordinate with diverse internal and external teams worldwide.</li><li>High individual initiative, working with minimal supervision while being a collaborative team player.</li><li>Possess an entrepreneurial drive for getting things done and have a “whatever it takes” attitude.</li><li>Has excellent English verbal and writing skills. Additional languages or international work experience are very much considered a plus, such as Spanish or French</li><li>A desire to make the world a better place through technology.</li></ul><br><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">At Fluence we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace; if you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply!</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;"> </span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">Unlimited PTO</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Pet Insurance</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">Generous 401K Match</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">Annual Bonus Incentive</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;"> </span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">#energy #sustainability #inclusionmatters</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;"> </span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;"> </span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">Follow Fluence on LinkedIn:  </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/fluenceenergy/mycompany/" style="font-size:10.5pt;">Fluence LinkedIn</a></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">Fluence Career Page:</span><a href="https://fluenceenergy.com/about/energy-storage-careers/" style="font-size:10.5pt;"> Fluence Careers</a></div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-size:10px;">Fluence IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and fully subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity to ensure that all applicants and employees are considered for hire, promotion, and job status without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital or familial status. </span></div>

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