Technical Engineering Manager (Python) Boulder, CO, United States  About Ascend Ascend Analytics is an innovative climate technology software and consulting company focused on energy analytics to support an increasingly complex power grid. The company’s products enhance critical power supply decisions for an array of key energy market stakeholders, from short-term operating strategies to long-term investment and resource planning. Ascend recently announced a strategic growth investment from prominent software and climate technology investors <a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fc212.net%2Fc%2Flink%2F%3Ft%3D0%26l%3Den%26o%3D4091976-1%26h%3D2202546589%26u%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.rubicontp.com%252F%26a%3DRubicon%2BTechnology%2BPartners&amp;esheet=53913292&amp;newsitemid=20240321484889&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Rubicon+Technology+Partners&amp;index=1&amp;md5=5b2b3eb0c81762bfe12d512c3c455d1f">Rubicon Technology Partners</a>, a private equity firm which is focused on investing in and growing software companies, <a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.galvanizeclimate.com&amp;esheet=53913292&amp;newsitemid=20240321484889&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Galvanize+Climate+Solutions&amp;index=2&amp;md5=32b2600b0be1a4dc79e23e4fc548ce5b">Galvanize Climate Solutions</a>, which invests in companies and solutions advancing the energy transition, and <a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.silversmith.com&amp;esheet=53913292&amp;newsitemid=20240321484889&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Silversmith+Capital+Partners&amp;index=3&amp;md5=402dc35ebb02e86ca7d80dabd710ff18">Silversmith Capital Partners</a>, a technology-focused growth equity firm. Read more about how the investment will accelerate Ascend’s product innovation <a href="https://www.ascendanalytics.com/blog/ascend-analytics-announces-strategic-growth-investment">here. </a> To learn more about Ascend, please visit us at<a href="http://www.ascendanalytics.com/"> </a><a href="http://www.ascendanalytics.com/">www.ascendanalytics.com</a>. Position Overview We are looking for a hands-on Software Engineering Manager with a serious commitment to climate technologies. As a Team Lead at Ascend Analytics, you will be leading a collaborative team advancing software solutions and analytics to support the clean-tech power revolution. Your strong software engineering skills will support mission critical decision analytics.  Job Responsibilities <ul><li>Mentorship: As an Engineering Manager, you'll have the opportunity to mentor and guide junior engineers, sharing your expertise and contributing to their professional growth.   </li><li>Technical Leadership: You will be the driving force behind the design and development of our back-end software applications, with a primary focus on Python. Your architectural insights will be pivotal in shaping mission-critical decision analytics for the global renewable energy and battery storage industry.  </li><li>Project Leadership: Manage projects, provide code reviews, and contribute to advanced system design discussions. Your experience will be instrumental in shaping the direction of our software solutions.  </li><li>Craft clean, scalable, and production-ready Python code that underpins our clean-tech software solutions.  </li><li>Drive performance, stability, and scalability through code refactoring.  </li><li>Architect systems for collecting, storing, and processing large-scale data.  </li><li>Collaborate with other product teams and groups, bridging the gap between technical and non-technical stakeholders.  </li><li>Foster a culture of excellence by conducting code reviews and performance assessments.  </li></ul>Required Qualifications  <ul><li>2+ years of technical management experience and/or 3-5+ years of Technical Lead experience </li><li>8+ years of experience as a back-end software engineer.  </li><li>BS or MS in Engineering, Computer Science, Data/Information Science, or related fields.  </li><li>Strong skills/proficiency in Python and at least one other programming language i.e. Java, C#, Ruby, Rust, Julia.   </li><li>Familiarity with data processing libraries (e.g., Pandas, Numpy, Scikit-Learn).  </li><li>Flexibility to support complex technical issues and critical customer outages for our customers during their times of need.  </li></ul>Preferred Qualifications <ul><li>Full-stack application design and RESTful web services development.  </li><li>Exposure to cloud computing platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS) and containerization (e.g., Docker).  </li><li>Knowledge of data science, statistics, and machine learning. </li></ul>Compensation: $160,000 - $220,000 We offer flexible work hours in a relaxed environment with opportunities for advancement and excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, parental leave, dependent care spending account, and a 401k plan.  We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Ascend Analytics is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information or other applicable legally protected characteristics.   Ascend Analytics is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at <a href="mailto:recruiting@ascendanalytics.com">recruiting@ascendanalytics.com</a>

Innovative software and consulting company empowering the renewable energy transition through decision analytics and a collaborative work culture.

Technical Engineering Manager (Python)

Director of Engineering, Boulder  About Ascend Ascend Analytics is an innovative climate technology software and consulting company focused on energy analytics to support an increasingly complex power grid. The company’s products enhance critical power supply decisions for an array of key energy market stakeholders, from short-term operating strategies to long-term investment and resource planning. Ascend recently announced a strategic growth investment from prominent software and climate technology investors <a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fc212.net%2Fc%2Flink%2F%3Ft%3D0%26l%3Den%26o%3D4091976-1%26h%3D2202546589%26u%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.rubicontp.com%252F%26a%3DRubicon%2BTechnology%2BPartners&amp;esheet=53913292&amp;newsitemid=20240321484889&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Rubicon+Technology+Partners&amp;index=1&amp;md5=5b2b3eb0c81762bfe12d512c3c455d1f">Rubicon Technology Partners</a>, a private equity firm which is focused on investing in and growing software companies, <a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.galvanizeclimate.com&amp;esheet=53913292&amp;newsitemid=20240321484889&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Galvanize+Climate+Solutions&amp;index=2&amp;md5=32b2600b0be1a4dc79e23e4fc548ce5b">Galvanize Climate Solutions</a>, which invests in companies and solutions advancing the energy transition, and <a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.silversmith.com&amp;esheet=53913292&amp;newsitemid=20240321484889&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Silversmith+Capital+Partners&amp;index=3&amp;md5=402dc35ebb02e86ca7d80dabd710ff18">Silversmith Capital Partners</a>, a technology-focused growth equity firm. Read more about how the investment will accelerate Ascend’s product innovation <a href="https://www.ascendanalytics.com/blog/ascend-analytics-announces-strategic-growth-investment">here. </a> To learn more about Ascend, please visit us at<a href="http://www.ascendanalytics.com/"> </a><a href="http://www.ascendanalytics.com/">www.ascendanalytics.com</a>. Position Overview This role involves leading a team to develop scalable software solutions, collaborating with diverse stakeholders, and envisioning the future evolution of production scale software. It necessitates proactive leadership, guiding developers, advancing architecture, and driving innovation while influencing clean energy market transformation through impactful software solutions.   Job Responsibilities  <ul><li>You will be the driving force behind the design and development of our SaaS products, from back-end analytics and optimization to efficient APIs and responsive user-friendly user interfaces.   </li><li>Implement and refine a comprehensive development strategy that ensures the highest levels of quality and reliability in our products and support agile methodologies.  </li><li>Drive performance, stability, and scalability of our software solutions across the Full Stack.  </li><li>Communicate with internal and external customers to understand user experience.  </li><li>Communicate with other divisions of the company to anticipate future evolution of software.  </li><li>Review, investigate and advise on system architecture and technology platform choices.  </li><li>Support and encourage best practices throughout the entire software life cycle.  </li><li>Provide multiple levels of technical and design documentation.  </li><li>Manage a team of developers, providing guidance, feedback and code review.  </li></ul>Required Qualifications <ul><li>5+ years of technical management experience   </li><li>8+ years of experience as a back-end or full stack software engineer.   </li><li>BS or MS in Engineering, Computer Science, Data/Information Science, or related fields.   </li><li>Strong skills/proficiency in Python and at least one other programming language i.e. Java, C#, Ruby, Rust, Julia.    </li><li>Familiarity with data processing libraries (e.g., Pandas, Numpy, Scikit-Learn).   </li><li>Flexibility to support complex technical issues and critical customer outages for our customers during their times of need.   </li></ul>Preferred Qualifications   <ul><li>Full-stack application design and RESTful web services development.   </li><li>Exposure to cloud computing platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS) and containerization (e.g., Docker).   </li><li>Knowledge of data science, statistics, and machine learning. </li></ul>Compensation: $180,000 - $230,000               Negotiable based on qualifications and experience. Ascend highly values our employees and often pays above industry average. We offer flexible work hours in a relaxed environment with opportunities for advancement and excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, parental leave, dependent care spending account, and a 401k plan.  We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Ascend Analytics is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information or other applicable legally protected characteristics.   Ascend Analytics is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at recruiting@ascendanalytics.com

Director of Engineering

Director of Business Development Boulder, Colorado, United States OR Remote within U.S. for well qualified candidates  About Ascend Ascend Analytics is an innovative climate technology software and consulting company focused on energy analytics to support an increasingly complex power grid. The company’s products enhance critical power supply decisions for an array of key energy market stakeholders, from short-term operating strategies to long-term investment and resource planning. Ascend recently announced a strategic growth investment from prominent software and climate technology investors <a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fc212.net%2Fc%2Flink%2F%3Ft%3D0%26l%3Den%26o%3D4091976-1%26h%3D2202546589%26u%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.rubicontp.com%252F%26a%3DRubicon%2BTechnology%2BPartners&amp;esheet=53913292&amp;newsitemid=20240321484889&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Rubicon+Technology+Partners&amp;index=1&amp;md5=5b2b3eb0c81762bfe12d512c3c455d1f">Rubicon Technology Partners</a>, a private equity firm which is focused on investing in and growing software companies, <a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.galvanizeclimate.com&amp;esheet=53913292&amp;newsitemid=20240321484889&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Galvanize+Climate+Solutions&amp;index=2&amp;md5=32b2600b0be1a4dc79e23e4fc548ce5b">Galvanize Climate Solutions</a>, which invests in companies and solutions advancing the energy transition, and <a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.silversmith.com&amp;esheet=53913292&amp;newsitemid=20240321484889&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Silversmith+Capital+Partners&amp;index=3&amp;md5=402dc35ebb02e86ca7d80dabd710ff18">Silversmith Capital Partners</a>, a technology-focused growth equity firm. Read more about how the investment will accelerate Ascend’s product innovation <a href="https://www.ascendanalytics.com/blog/ascend-analytics-announces-strategic-growth-investment">here. </a> To learn more about Ascend, please visit us at <a href="http://www.ascendanalytics.com/">www.ascendanalytics.com</a>. Your Impact at Ascend Analytics We are looking for a Director of Business Development who is passionate about clean energy and an aspiring leader in business development for the electric energy industry. As Director of Business Development at Ascend, you will drive sales and business development activities, interacting with Software Services and Consulting to promote the accomplishments and value-added unique capabilities of Ascend software relative to the competition.   Job Responsibilities  <ul><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">Manage campaigns to reach prospective clients including electric utilities, community choice aggregators, financial firms, regulators, and independent power producers  </li><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">Negotiate and successfully close contracts for Ascend's Portfolio Risk Management &amp; Resource Planning SaaS platform and Market Intelligence Services  </li><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">Manage sales funnel through forecasting, account resource allocation, account strategy, and planning </li><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">Develop and maintain key customer relationships through internal CRM platforms  </li><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">Develop presentation materials and proposals clearly articulating Ascend’s unique value proposition  </li><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">Effectively communicate relative advantages of our modeling platform to capture the energy transition </li><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">Manage presentations of analytic software solutions to support valuation, power supply planning, and operations in a highly proficient and professional manner </li><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">Work with business leads for Ascend’s Portfolio Risk Management &amp; Planning offerings to maximize opportunities to speak to prospects and perform product demonstrations </li><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">Find RFPs, manage response process, including proposal writing, and coordinate activities  </li></ul>Required Qualifications  <ul><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">5+ years of business development and/or sales experience with a strong record of success, preferably in the energy or finance industry  </li><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">Bachelor’s degree or higher  </li><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">Ability to identify, prospect, and contact high-level decision makers in large energy companies and to cultivate those relationships  </li><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">Ability to coordinate and collaborate with business leads to maximize growth potential  </li><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to interpret complex analytic solutions into value propositions   </li><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">Ability to develop collateral materials that concisely translate the distinguishing factors of our services  </li><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">Ability to prioritize and act independently within a rapidly growing, dynamic organization  </li><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">Professional presentation; positive “can do” attitude; passion for clean energy market transformation   </li></ul>Preferred Qualifications  <ul><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">Proven business development experience in the area of renewables and energy storage  </li><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">Strong academic performance and demonstrated interest in STEM-related studies  </li><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">Knowledge of Salesforce or other related systems  </li><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">Advanced degree; MBA a plus </li></ul>Compensation: $150,000 - $350,000 (range reflects on-target total earnings)                 Negotiable based on qualifications and experience. Ascend highly values our employees and often pays above industry average. We offer flexible work hours in a relaxed environment with opportunities for advancement and excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, parental leave, dependent care spending account, and a 401k plan.  We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Ascend Analytics is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information or other applicable legally protected characteristics.   Ascend Analytics is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at <a href="mailto:recruiting@ascendanalytics.com">recruiting@ascendanalytics.com</a>

Director of Business Development - Energy Software

Controller, Boulder   About Ascend Ascend Analytics is an innovative climate technology software and consulting company focused on energy analytics to support an increasingly complex power grid. The company’s products enhance critical power supply decisions for an array of key energy market stakeholders, from short-term operating strategies to long-term investment and resource planning. Ascend recently announced a strategic growth investment from prominent software and climate technology investors <a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fc212.net%2Fc%2Flink%2F%3Ft%3D0%26l%3Den%26o%3D4091976-1%26h%3D2202546589%26u%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.rubicontp.com%252F%26a%3DRubicon%2BTechnology%2BPartners&amp;esheet=53913292&amp;newsitemid=20240321484889&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Rubicon+Technology+Partners&amp;index=1&amp;md5=5b2b3eb0c81762bfe12d512c3c455d1f">Rubicon Technology Partners</a>, a private equity firm which is focused on investing in and growing software companies, <a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.galvanizeclimate.com&amp;esheet=53913292&amp;newsitemid=20240321484889&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Galvanize+Climate+Solutions&amp;index=2&amp;md5=32b2600b0be1a4dc79e23e4fc548ce5b">Galvanize Climate Solutions</a>, which invests in companies and solutions advancing the energy transition, and <a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.silversmith.com&amp;esheet=53913292&amp;newsitemid=20240321484889&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Silversmith+Capital+Partners&amp;index=3&amp;md5=402dc35ebb02e86ca7d80dabd710ff18">Silversmith Capital Partners</a>, a technology-focused growth equity firm. Read more about how the investment will accelerate Ascend’s product innovation <a href="https://www.ascendanalytics.com/blog/ascend-analytics-announces-strategic-growth-investment">here. </a> To learn more about Ascend, please visit us at<a href="http://www.ascendanalytics.com/"> </a><a href="http://www.ascendanalytics.com/">www.ascendanalytics.com</a>. Position Overview The Controller will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy, compliance, timely execution, and maintenance of the financial records of the business including complete ownership of the P&amp;L, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow of the company and its subsidiaries.  This individual will also help guide business and financial decisions by establishing, monitoring, enforcing and recommending implementation of policies and procedures to manage working capital and accounting processes and procedures.  Job Responsibilities  <ul><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">Strategic planning/partnership, monthly forecasting, oversight of all accounting (general ledger, AP, AR, payroll and related tax filings/remittance, bank reconciliation, cash management), ERP system oversight, and monthly/quarterly/annual close  </li><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">Review financial data, prepare budgets, and work as the right hand to the CFO in day-to-day business operations  </li><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">Work closely with the executive and management teams to ensure efficient, reliable, and compliant financial processes are in place and maintained to enable the execution of our day-to-day operations and long-term initiatives  </li><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">Take ownership of key reporting functions as well as helping to ensure all policies and procedures are adhered to and best practices are implemented  </li><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">Audit and develop financial controls and procedures to ensure compliance with financial reporting, management, and cost control objectives  </li><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">Track and manage incentive and commission payments  </li><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">Oversee bi-monthly payroll for staff including new hires and terminations, including calculating wages, withholding taxes, and issuing paychecks or direct deposits  </li><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">Manage the documentation and preparation of federal and state taxes each fiscal year; Oversee compliance with local filing requirements for taxation laws and statutory obligations as they arise  </li><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">Responsible for the hiring, training, and performance management of the department staff  </li><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">Knowledge of automated financial and accounting reporting systems and implementation thereof  </li><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">Maintain organized and secure records of financial transactions and supporting documentation in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements  </li><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">Assist with external audits by providing financial information, supporting documentation, and explanations of accounting practices and policies  </li><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">Identify opportunities to improve financial systems, processes, and controls to increase efficiency and effectiveness  </li><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">Establish and maintain internal controls to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial information and compliance with regulations and company policies.  </li></ul>  Required Qualifications  <ul><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field     </li><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">5+ years' experience in an Accounting or Finance role  </li><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">Significant experience with NetSuite and other financial management tools and implementations </li><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">Understanding and experience with financial reporting standards (such as GAAP)  </li><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">Experience in managing financial operations including budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling   </li><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">Experience with metrics like Monthly Recurring Revenue (MRR), Churn Rate, Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC), and Lifetime Value (LTV) is essential.   </li><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">Knowledge of Regulatory Compliance: Familiarity with relevant regulatory compliance requirements  </li><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">Deep expertise in MS excel  </li><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">Ability to communicate effectively with both financial and non-financial stakeholders   </li><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">Adaptability and Growth Mindset and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment  </li></ul>Preferred Qualifications  <ul><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">CPA or equivalent certification  </li><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">Experience supporting a fast paced and dynamic startup environment, ideally within a high growth SaaS company     </li><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">Maintain strong proficiency in MS Office and Paycor     </li><li style="font-family:helvetica , arial , sans-serif;">Ability to work in Boulder office three days per week minimum. </li></ul> Compensation: $130,000            Negotiable based on qualifications and experience. Ascend highly values our employees and often pays above industry average.   We offer flexible work hours in a relaxed environment with opportunities for advancement and excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, parental leave, dependent care spending account, and a 401k plan.    We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Ascend Analytics is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information or other applicable legally protected characteristics.     Ascend Analytics is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at recruiting@ascendanalytics.com

Controller

VP of Marketing, Boulder, CO About AscendAscend Analytics is an innovative climate technology software and consulting company focused on energy analytics to support an increasingly complex power grid. The company’s products enhance critical power supply decisions for an array of key energy market stakeholders, from short-term operating strategies to long-term investment and resource planning. Ascend recently announced a strategic growth investment from prominent software and climate technology investors <a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fc212.net%2Fc%2Flink%2F%3Ft%3D0%26l%3Den%26o%3D4091976-1%26h%3D2202546589%26u%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.rubicontp.com%252F%26a%3DRubicon%2BTechnology%2BPartners&amp;esheet=53913292&amp;newsitemid=20240321484889&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Rubicon+Technology+Partners&amp;index=1&amp;md5=5b2b3eb0c81762bfe12d512c3c455d1f">Rubicon Technology Partners</a>, a private equity firm which is focused on investing in and growing software companies, <a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.galvanizeclimate.com&amp;esheet=53913292&amp;newsitemid=20240321484889&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Galvanize+Climate+Solutions&amp;index=2&amp;md5=32b2600b0be1a4dc79e23e4fc548ce5b">Galvanize Climate Solutions</a>, which invests in companies and solutions advancing the energy transition, and <a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.silversmith.com&amp;esheet=53913292&amp;newsitemid=20240321484889&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Silversmith+Capital+Partners&amp;index=3&amp;md5=402dc35ebb02e86ca7d80dabd710ff18">Silversmith Capital Partners</a>, a technology-focused growth equity firm. Read more about how the investment will accelerate Ascend’s product innovation <a href="https://www.ascendanalytics.com/blog/ascend-analytics-announces-strategic-growth-investment">here. </a> To learn more about Ascend, please visit us at<a href="http://www.ascendanalytics.com/"> </a><a href="http://www.ascendanalytics.com">www.ascendanalytics.com</a>. Your Impact at Ascend AnalyticsAscend is looking for an experienced, adaptable, and collaborative marketing leader to drive the company’s marketing strategy. Reporting to the CEO, the VP of Marketing will be responsible for the full cycle of marketing, including product marketing, brand and corporate marketing, communications, and demand generation. More specifically, as VP of Marketing, you will drive the promotion of software and data to help power the energy transition through enhancing brand awareness and expanding the opportunity set of customers. Collaborating across the organization, you will be a key member of the executive leadership team and contribute to the overall go-to-market strategy and direction of the business.The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of building out the go-to-market strategy and product strategy.  The VP of Marketing preferably has experience in the energy/scientific industry and is able to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment, with a sense of urgency, and has a passion for renewable energy.  This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of clean energy adoption through enhanced decision analytics that make it ideal for proactive, positive individuals, passionate about renewables.  Job Responsibilities<ul><li>Design and lead marketing projects to enhance Ascend's brand and overall marketing activities</li><li>Partner with the leadership team to translate corporate vision and strategy into actionable marketing initiatives</li><li>Refine and execute the marketing strategy to deliver on growth expectations</li><li>Own the vision, strategy, budget and execution for all marketing initiatives</li><li>Develop and deploy marketing materials, initiatives, and events to promote software sales in the US</li><li>Inspire, lead, develop, and scale all marketing verticals</li><li>Develop deep knowledge of market trends and the competitive landscape to shape marketing strategy</li><li>Provide ongoing support for leadership, teams, and special projects and other duties as assigned</li><li>Lead, mentor and grow a top performing marketing team</li></ul> Required Experiences &amp; Expertise  <ul><li>Data driven marketing with a track record of building and managing a marketing team within a B2B data, energy, and/or analytics business. </li><li>Deep software product marketing experience bringing a product to market and driving product strategy.</li><li>Experience with marketing and monetizing data, insights, and driving an integrated messaging strategy and roadmap.</li><li>Track record of executing integrating marketing initiatives that build brand identity and deliver on the brand proposition</li><li>Prior experience or gravitas to report directly to the CEO.</li><li>Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, and experience building key partnerships especially with the sales, product, and highly technical teams</li></ul> Leadership Qualifications<ul><li>Experience in at least one of the following: energy industry, renewable energy, climate communications, environmental science, wholesale energy markets or with a software-focused enterprise.</li><li>Strong strategic thinker, with the capacity to translate ideas into actionable plans</li><li>Experience supporting and driving marketing activities at a fast-growing company and reallocating resources as needed.</li><li>Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire and engage diverse stakeholders. Strong influencing skills and proven track record of managing cross cultural environments.</li><li>Experience leading and training a high-performing marketing team, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment.</li></ul> Impact Qualifications<ul><li>High-energy and creative leader with a marketing mindset who is passionate about our vision and can inspire a fast growing organization</li><li>Strong focus on execution and ability to transform capabilities critical for success.</li><li>Highly entrepreneurial,not afraid to roll-up-the-sleeves and work side by side with his/her team.</li><li>Dedicated and demonstrated commitment to social impact and/or the energy transition.</li><li>Ability to work in the Boulder office three days per week minimum.</li></ul> Compensation: $180,000 - $250,000 plus equity and bonus             Total compensation based on qualifications and experience. Ascend highly values our employees and often pays above industry average.We offer flexible work hours in a relaxed environment with opportunities for advancement and excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, parental leave, dependent care spending account, and a 401k plan.We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Ascend Analytics is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information or other applicable legally protected characteristics.Ascend Analytics is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at recruiting@ascendanalytics.com.

Vice President Marketing

Welcome to Ascend Analytics! Our general interest application is designed for individuals eager to join our innovative team, even if a perfect role isn't available at the moment. We believe in fostering talent and recognizing potential beyond conventional job postings. By submitting your application, you're expressing interest in becoming part of our dynamic community and contributing to our mission of revolutionizing analytics. While specific openings may not align with your skills today, your application helps us understand your unique talents and aspirations, paving the way for future opportunities. You may hear back from our team if an opportunity arises that matches your skills and interest.About Ascend Ascend Analytics is an innovative climate technology software and consulting company focused on energy analytics to support an increasingly complex power grid. The company’s products enhance critical power supply decisions for an array of key energy market stakeholders, from short-term operating strategies to long-term investment and resource planning. Ascend recently announced a strategic growth investment from prominent software and climate technology investors <a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fc212.net%2Fc%2Flink%2F%3Ft%3D0%26l%3Den%26o%3D4091976-1%26h%3D2202546589%26u%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.rubicontp.com%252F%26a%3DRubicon%2BTechnology%2BPartners&amp;esheet=53913292&amp;newsitemid=20240321484889&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Rubicon+Technology+Partners&amp;index=1&amp;md5=5b2b3eb0c81762bfe12d512c3c455d1f">Rubicon Technology Partners</a>, a private equity firm which is focused on investing in and growing software companies, <a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.galvanizeclimate.com&amp;esheet=53913292&amp;newsitemid=20240321484889&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Galvanize+Climate+Solutions&amp;index=2&amp;md5=32b2600b0be1a4dc79e23e4fc548ce5b">Galvanize Climate Solutions</a>, which invests in companies and solutions advancing the energy transition, and <a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.silversmith.com&amp;esheet=53913292&amp;newsitemid=20240321484889&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Silversmith+Capital+Partners&amp;index=3&amp;md5=402dc35ebb02e86ca7d80dabd710ff18">Silversmith Capital Partners</a>, a technology-focused growth equity firm. Read more about how the investment will accelerate Ascend’s product innovation <a href="https://www.ascendanalytics.com/blog/ascend-analytics-announces-strategic-growth-investment">here. </a> To learn more about Ascend, please visit us at<a href="http://www.ascendanalytics.com/"> </a><a href="http://www.ascendanalytics.com/">www.ascendanalytics.com</a>. Our ValuesAscend's culture continues to evolve with its growth. By articulating a corporate culture of values, we can more fully embrace a work environment that reflects our values and achieve our corporate goals. Ascend promotes a culture of teamwork, inclusion, work-life balance, creative thought, and learned ideas.  We strive to embrace the following seven pillars:  1. Respect - We demonstrate respect for our colleagues and customers in all our interactions  2. Collaboration - We approach all projects and customer implementations in a win-win, solution-based manner  3. Precision - We are accurate in all our communications, development, and actions  4. Innovation - We will continually seek new solutions that meet the ever-changing customer environment  5. Accountability - We will be accountable in all our actions and commitments  6. Customer-focus - We recognize that each customer has a unique set of requirements, and we will ensure that we provide the highest level of support for the duration of the relationship.  7. Diversity and Inclusion - We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, irrespective of their race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information or other aspects of their personal identity CompensationCompensation is determined based on specific roles. As this is a general interest inquiry we are not able to specify compensation. Should our team follow up with you about a specific opportunity we will be sure to share a job description and pay range.We offer flexible work hours in a relaxed environment with opportunities for advancement and excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, parental leave, dependent care spending account, and a 401k plan.  We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Ascend Analytics is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information or other applicable legally protected characteristics.   Ascend Analytics is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at recruiting@ascendanalytics.com

General Interest

Welcome to Ascend Analytics! Our general interest application is designed for individuals eager to join our innovative team, even if a perfect role isn't available at the moment. We believe in fostering talent and recognizing potential beyond conventional job postings. By submitting your application, you're expressing interest in becoming part of our dynamic community and contributing to our mission of revolutionizing analytics. While specific openings may not align with your skills today, your application helps us understand your unique talents and aspirations, paving the way for future opportunities. You may hear back from our team if an opportunity arises that matches your skills and interest.About Ascend Ascend Analytics is an innovative climate technology software and consulting company focused on energy analytics to support an increasingly complex power grid. The company’s products enhance critical power supply decisions for an array of key energy market stakeholders, from short-term operating strategies to long-term investment and resource planning. Ascend recently announced a strategic growth investment from prominent software and climate technology investors <a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fc212.net%2Fc%2Flink%2F%3Ft%3D0%26l%3Den%26o%3D4091976-1%26h%3D2202546589%26u%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.rubicontp.com%252F%26a%3DRubicon%2BTechnology%2BPartners&amp;esheet=53913292&amp;newsitemid=20240321484889&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Rubicon+Technology+Partners&amp;index=1&amp;md5=5b2b3eb0c81762bfe12d512c3c455d1f">Rubicon Technology Partners</a>, a private equity firm which is focused on investing in and growing software companies, <a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.galvanizeclimate.com&amp;esheet=53913292&amp;newsitemid=20240321484889&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Galvanize+Climate+Solutions&amp;index=2&amp;md5=32b2600b0be1a4dc79e23e4fc548ce5b">Galvanize Climate Solutions</a>, which invests in companies and solutions advancing the energy transition, and <a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.silversmith.com&amp;esheet=53913292&amp;newsitemid=20240321484889&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Silversmith+Capital+Partners&amp;index=3&amp;md5=402dc35ebb02e86ca7d80dabd710ff18">Silversmith Capital Partners</a>, a technology-focused growth equity firm. Read more about how the investment will accelerate Ascend’s product innovation <a href="https://www.ascendanalytics.com/blog/ascend-analytics-announces-strategic-growth-investment">here. </a> To learn more about Ascend, please visit us at<a href="http://www.ascendanalytics.com/"> </a><a href="http://www.ascendanalytics.com/">www.ascendanalytics.com</a>. Our Energy Analyst RolesAscend frequently hires to expand our Energy Analyst team for various products. Our Energy Analysts apply and build skills like quantitative modeling, decision analysis, market intelligence and forecasting, and strategic planning for energy analytics. Typical Job Responsibilities <ul><li>Perform quantitative analysis combining technical considerations, economic factors, market rules, and regulatory/policy developments. </li><li>Validate and troubleshoot models with meticulous attention to detail. </li><li>Understand, research, present, and justify market forecasts and underlying assumptions.  </li><li>Provide expertise to clients in analytic modeling in areas like risk management, asset valuation, and resource planning by communicating results and modeling approaches effectively. </li><li>Synthesize complex information into understandable reports, visualizations, and presentations. </li><li>Take ownership of projects, ensuring timely completion. </li><li>Leverage analytical tools using Excel, Python, or R for market forecasting and analysis. </li><li>Work independently and collaboratively as needed to achieve objectives. </li><li>Other duties as assigned. </li></ul>Typical Required Qualifications <ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field, such as economics or engineering with evidence of strong academic performance. </li><li>Strong quantitative analytical skills, including the use of Excel and existing knowledge or the ability to learn the basics of coding in software packages such as SAS, Python or R. </li><li>Strong interpersonal skills, teamwork skills, and work ethic. </li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills. </li><li>Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and problem-solve with minimum supervision.  </li><li>Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. </li></ul> CompensationCompensation is determined based on specific roles. As this is a general interest inquiry we are not able to specify compensation. Should our team follow up with you about a specific opportunity we will be sure to share a job description and pay range.We offer flexible work hours in a relaxed environment with opportunities for advancement and excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, parental leave, dependent care spending account, and a 401k plan.  We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Ascend Analytics is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information or other applicable legally protected characteristics.   Ascend Analytics is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at recruiting@ascendanalytics.com

Energy Analyst - General Interest

Acumen Academy is seeking a Senior Associate with a minimum of  5 years of professional experience to help with the ongoing design and production of our growing e-learning resources and course catalog. This is a great opportunity for a strong designer, writer and communicator seeking to work on a fast-moving global team. This hybrid position is located in London or New York with an expectation of working from the office 2-3 days a week, depending on location. Remote from other geographies is not an option. About Acumen Acumen is changing the way the world tackles poverty by investing in companies, leaders and ideas. We invest patient capital in businesses whose products and services offer important opportunities to people living in poverty. To date, Acumen has positively impacted over 500 million lives by investing $154.4M in 167 innovative, early-stage companies in Africa, Latin America, South Asia, and the United States. But investment isn’t only about capital, we’ve been investing in innovators for years, connecting with emerging leaders around the world and engaging them in collective dialogue, moral inquiry, and skill building.About Acumen Academy Acumen Academy is the world’s school for social change. We’re looking to support a new generation of social innovators and leaders with the character and competence to solve problems of poverty and build a world based on dignity. We seek to inspire a new generation by sharing stories of visionary role models and business models with the world.About the role Acumen Academy is growing our learning resource content library - which has a target of 50% of assets being video - and course curriculum offering to further support our global community of social builders and impact practitioners. This role will have the opportunity to conceptualize, design and create a range of new online courses and learning experiences and support ongoing improvements to existing curriculum. Accountabilities include: <ul><li>Design and produce new online learning formats including but not limited to courses and modular e-learning resource content with heavy a focus on instructional videos, but also including readings, case studies, workshop guides, practical assignments and facilitator guides</li><li>Identify and manage the contributions of suitable subject matter experts </li><li>Understand the needs of our learners, draw upon extensive user research that has already been documented by our team and add new insights specific to the learning materials and content you produce</li><li>Research course and content topics to support social entrepreneurs and synthesize information from a range of sources including books, articles, expert interviews, learner interviews, and multimedia to define learning objectives and develop curricula</li><li>Manage the pre and post-production process for video assets; direct film shoots and manage the editing process for course videos </li><li>Occasionally support the team with program design and content production for facilitated learning experiences </li><li>Add and manage content and learning materials to a range of online learning platforms and support the team in identifying the correct platform for each material created </li><li>Support team with learner troubleshooting and identify areas where the learner journey could be improved</li><li>Work collaboratively across internal functions including with the marketing team to enable the smooth launch of all new content </li><li>Contribute to content marketing asset creation e.g. supporting with blog development</li></ul>Skills and qualifications<ul><li>A minimum of 5 years of professional experience including at least 3 years of designing learning content ideally with a focus on video production. Individuals with experience in developing engaging written and multimedia content through roles in communications, marketing, or other content creation are also encouraged to apply</li><li>Experience with learning design, pedagogy, curriculum development, online course production and facilitation</li><li>Detail-oriented project manager with the ability to balance multiple concurrent and dynamic projects</li><li>Strong writing and editing skills</li><li>Critical thinker accustomed to working, problem-solving, and collaborating thoughtfully with different colleagues and personalities, at all levels both externally and internally, and across a variety of functions and geographies</li><li>Experience developing digital content and ability to quickly learn new platforms and technologies</li><li>Digital skills and experience working with online learning platforms </li><li>Bonus: Work experience in the Global South </li><li>Bonus: Graphic and UX design skills </li><li>Bonus: Spanish language proficiency</li><li>Bonus: Knowledge of business skills important to social entrepreneurs </li><li>Permanently authorized to work in the U.S. or UK</li></ul>Location London, UK or New York, U.S.Deadline Candidates are encouraged to apply early, as applications will be reviewed, and interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis.The salary range for this role in New York is between $61,330 to $74,900 USD plus a performance-based bonus. This range represents the present low and high end of pay range for this role. Actual compensation will vary based on various factors including but not limited to experience. Acumen has equal pay, so pay is determined through comparison to a cohort of employees in the market at the same level of accountability. A full detail of compensation and benefits will be available through the first screening. #LI-ACU1

Investing in early-stage companies to bring essential services to low-income communities across the globe

Senior Associate, Learning & Design Curriculum 

<div><div>About us  Pollination is a specialist climate change investment and advisory firm, accelerating the transition to a net zero, nature positive future. Our people are the key to unlocking change. Brought together from across industries, we are global leaders in finance, investment, technology, business, law and policy. We combine our diverse expertise to connect dots and see around corners where others can’t. With strong relationships at the highest levels of government and the private sector, we shift barriers and catalyse transformative partnerships. Our clients span governments, businesses and public and private capital. Using our broad experience, we help navigate the climate transition and design and invest in breakthrough ideas that deliver financial returns.  The opportunity Pollination is looking for a Paralegal in Sydney to join our growing team. In this role, you will work alongside a friendly and experienced team to support the success of the business as we pursue the net-zero transition.  This is a unique opportunity that offers both transactional paralegal duties alongside the opportunity to own multiple programs of work, drive efficiencies across the business and drive operational effectiveness. Reporting directly to our General Counsel, this role will have significant opportunity for impact.   Responsibilities: <ul><li>Partner with stakeholders from across the organisation, provide guidance and advice on legal matters, including leading on engagements with clients reviewing engagement letters, NDAs and other similar documents </li><li>Vendor management: Dealing with vendors and negotiating terms and conditions </li><li>Responding to KYC queries using standard responses and template materials to respond to queries.   </li><li>Engagement with external service providers </li><li>Support for People Team on legal matters </li><li>Assistance managing data rooms (providing access, updating documents Corporate secretarial matters </li></ul><ul><li>Manage/Triage incoming requests from all business areas, manage competing priorities and set expectations  </li><li>Identify opportunities to improve the operational efficiency of legal tasks and processes </li><li>Take ownership of multiple workflows and processes for the legal function and implementation of process improvements </li><li>Maintain our catalogue systems (templates etc) </li></ul>  Must have <ul><li>Relevant tertiary qualification, such as a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or Graduate Diploma in Legal Studies  </li><li>Project and program management experience  </li><li>2+ years of professional experience in a paralegal role (or similar) </li></ul> Qualities <ul><li>Thrive in an entrepreneurial environment through curiosity and a problem solving approach </li><li>Display consistent commercial understanding and literacy </li><li>Thrive in a fast-paced and ambiguous growth environment by demonstrating adaptability and initiative  </li><li>Highly collaborative working style  </li></ul> You’ll love this role if…  You thrive in a fast-moving, fluid environment and have exceptional attention to detail. You are adaptable and proactive, calm under pressure and a great communicator – able to prioritise and effectively manage the needs of diverse stakeholders. You have a ferocious intellectual curiosity, an appetite for solving complex problems and are comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty. You are excited to work in a purpose-driven organisation and share our ambition and commitment to tackle the climate crisis.  This is a permanent, full-time role with the flexibility to work outside of standard office hours when necessary.  You must hold the right to work in Australia.   Applying with Pollination  Pollination is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. We will then work with you to identify the best way to assist you through the recruitment process.  </div></div>

Pollination is a specialist climate change investment and advisory firm, accelerating the transition to a net zero, nature positive future.

Paralegal

Acumen is looking for a Portfolio Associate to join our India  team in Mumbai.  We’re looking for someone with atleast 4 years of investing, consulting or private equity experience and a proven commitment to tackling global poverty. The right candidate is bold, creative, and can excel in a fast-paced, start up environment. About AcumenWe are investors. A different kind of investor. We invest in people and companies working to solve problems for people living in poverty... essential products and services that bring more opportunities, more choices to millions. To date, Acumen has positively impacted 309 million lives by investing $137M in 139 innovative, early-stage companies in Africa, Latin America, South Asia, and the United States. But investment is not only about capital, we have been investing in innovators for years, connecting with emerging leaders around the world and engaging them in collective dialogue, moral inquiry, and skill building.About Acumen IndiaAcumen’s commitment to India began in 2002 when we deployed capital to Aravind Eye Care Systems and then consequently set up our India office in 2006.The Acumen India team is responsible for finding, vetting, and managing investments in game-changing social enterprises that serve the poor in our portfolio sectors: Healthcare, Education, Agriculture and  Energy.About the Role – The Portfolio Associate will play a key role in the success, development and impact of Acumen’s portfolio in India. The Portfolio Associate also provides support to core investment processes, like maintenance of the portfolio database, coordination with the finance and legal teams and developing a pipeline of investment opportunities.Specific responsibilities include:Identifying investment opportunities and due diligence<ul><li>Identifying, cultivating, and reviewing a pipeline of early-stage investment opportunities that serve the targeted demography in our portfolio sectors: Energy (PEII), workforce development, Agriculture.</li><li>Conducting due diligence and investment analysis, including financial modelling, valuation review and structuring</li><li>Preparing and presenting investment documentation for review to the Portfolio team before presenting it to Investment Committee</li></ul>Impact Assessments and Portfolio operations<ul><li>Working along with the Portfolio team in maintaining core portfolio processes, including the Annual Review, scheduling Investment Committee meetings, updating of data on Efront, gdrive, preparing Closing Sets;</li><li>Work with the Acumen portfolio team to:<ul><li>Analyze and document data-driven explanations for portfolio decisions.</li><li>Extract and document investment-specific and general insights.</li><li>Analyze metrics data to identify patterns; and</li><li>Channel that data to outputs for marketing and fundraising efforts.</li></ul></li></ul>Post Investment Support and Metric Evaluation <ul><li>Assess portfolio company needs related to post-investment support; design and implement post-investment interventions in coordination with the Portfolio team.</li><li>Support the Portfolio team to design and evaluate key metrics to measure the social and financial returns on investments.</li><li>Support the Portfolio team to develop a network of advisors including funders, thought leaders, sector and functional experts to help with post investment support.</li></ul>Qualifications and Skills<ul><li>Bachelor’s Degree is required. Masters will be a plus.</li><li>At least 4 years of management consulting or operational experience with a proven track record of delivering operational and management support to companies or internal units OR</li><li>At least 4 years of principal investing experience, including financial and operational due diligence of private companies.</li><li>Understanding of early-stage businesses and entrepreneurs is a plus.</li><li>Good financial, modeling and business analysis skills; demonstrated by prior experience.</li><li>Familiarity with the social enterprise and impact investing sectors; demonstrated commitment to serving the poor is preferred.</li><li>Ability to take initiative with research and analysis and produce valuable results in conditions of uncertainty.</li><li>Excellent operational skills including problem solving and project management skills, including ability to work and deliver projects independently, proactively and under pressure.</li><li>Excellent relationship and interpersonal skills—courtesy, tact, patience</li><li>Self-reflective and aligned with Acumen values.</li><li>Authorization to work in India on a permanent basis.</li></ul>CompensationAcumen offers a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience, including full benefitsLocationMumbai, India #LI-ACU1

Portfolio Associate - Acumen India 

<a href="https://www.bridgepartnersllc.com/searches">This search is being run through Bridge Partners</a>. You must apply through Bridge Partners. Applications are not being reviewed here. To learn more about this opportunity, please contact: Tory Clarke Partner, Bridge Partners: <a href="mailto:tory.clarke@bridgepartnersllc.com">tory.clarke@bridgepartnersllc.com</a> Acumen America is seeking to add leadership to its health team and is open to candidates at a range of different levels of experience, from VP up to Partner.Acumen America Acumen America is the leading early-stage investor backing innovative solutions to poverty. Its mission is to change the way the world tackles poverty by investing in underestimated entrepreneurs building breakthrough companies with the potential to shift systems of poverty in the United States.Acumen America sees opportunities where others don’t, invests early in game-changing businesses, and supports underestimated entrepreneurs advancing health and economic justice. As one of the nation’s only philanthropically capitalized venture investors, since 2015, Acumen America has invested in 39 companies reaching over 85M low-income Americans.We believe in the power of a diverse portfolio, and 56% of our companies have a founder of color and 44% have a female founder. The team is responsible for finding, vetting, structuring and managing investments in companies that serve low-income Americans in our three portfolio sectors: financial inclusion, workforce development, and health.Accountabilities Acumen America is seeking to add leadership to its health team and is open to candidates at a range of different levels of experience, from VP up to Partner.<div><div><div>The Partner/VP/Principal, Health will be joining a team catalyzing the power of entrepreneurs to drive meaningful change on problems of poverty in America. In particular, they will focus on building a portfolio of game-changing health companies.Acumen is seeking a leader with significant experience in investing and a commitment to both tackling poverty and building a diverse portfolio of health organizations whose leadership team better-represent the communities and populations they serve (56% of Acumen America’s companies have a founder of color and 44% have a female founder.) Specific accountabilities will vary by level but below is an overview.</div></div></div><div><div><div><ul><li>Play a leadership role on the investing team at Acumen America and focus specifically on Acumen America’s health portfolio. This will involve setting goals, honing process, refining strategy, and assessing portfolio performance.</li><li>With a focus on health they will:<ul><li>Source new Pre-Seed and Seed stage investments, lead due diligence processes, structure deal terms, and drive new investments to closing.</li><li>Manage certain relationships post-closing, including sitting on a small number of Boards, both as an Observer and a Director over time.</li><li>Manage certain other Acumen America team members.</li><li>Play a leading role in setting sector strategy, support fundraising, and advance strategic partnership initiatives.</li><li>Contribute to actively building and cultivating Acumen America’s networks in the venture and impact investing communities, as well as the healthcare payer, provider and policy communities</li><li>Develop insight and communications pieces for external audiences.</li></ul></li><li>Engage in the Medicaid Innovation Collaborative program operated by Acumen America. In this program, state Medicaid agencies and managed care organizations come together to advance the adoption of tech-enabled health equity innovations.</li><li>Work with Acumen America Partners, in the design, execution, and scale of this high-impact program as it advances change across the Medicaid ecosystem and supports the success of companies in the health portfolio.</li></ul>Early-Stage Venture Investing:<ul><li>Identify, cultivate, and review a pipeline of early-stage investment opportunities providing critical services to low-income Americans</li><li>Conduct thorough due diligence and investment analysis, including financial modeling, valuation review and structuring</li><li>Prepare and present detailed and compelling investment documentation for Acumen America’s Investment Committee</li></ul>Portfolio Management<ul><li>Own relationships with certain portfolio companies, tracking performance and providing active support</li><li>Assess portfolio company needs related to post investment support; design and implement post-investment management interventions</li><li>Design and evaluate key metrics to measure the social and financial returns on investments</li><li>Develop long-term relationships with external stakeholders including funders, advisors, thought leaders, sector and functional experts to provide support across the portfolio</li><li>Play a key role in portfolio company governance, including serving as a Board Observer and Board Director for select investees</li></ul></div></div></div><div><div><div>Portfolio Operations<ul><li>Manages elect portfolio team members as direct reports</li><li>Lead strategic initiatives to improve health sector investment thesis and strategy</li><li>Work with the Acumen America team to analyze and document data-driven rationales for portfolio decisions; to extract and document investment-specific and general insights; to analyze metrics data to identify patterns; and to channel that data to outputs for marketing and fundraising efforts</li><li>Produce discrete knowledge and research materials based on lessons from Acumen’s portfolio</li></ul>Program Management<ul><li>Develop and implement strategic plans to advance the mission and goals of the Medicaid Innovation Collaborative</li><li>Oversee the execution of key programmatic milestones including working with State Medicaid departments, managed care organizations and health tech companies to advance health equity goals</li><li>Manage relationships with key partners including states, managed care organizations and vendors</li><li>Develop and implement strategic approaches to support portfolio company needs</li></ul>Skills and Qualifications<div><div><div><ul><li>A deep commitment to mission, impact and the power of building a diverse portfolio by investing in underestimated founders</li><li>Significant experience in venture capital, private equity, investment banking, investment management, or relevant non-finance fields, including experience with financial and operational due diligence of early-stage businesses</li><li>Deep sector experience in health tech and/or Medicaid, as an investor or investor/operator</li><li>Superior financial and business analysis skills, as demonstrated by prior experience</li><li>Excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to present arguments and analysis in a clear and succinct manner to Acumen management, partners, investees.</li><li>Strong ability to take initiative with research and analysis and produce valuable results in conditions of uncertainty. </li><li>Solid operational skills including problem solving and project management skills, including ability to work deliver projects independently ability to work and deliver projects independently, proactively, and under pressure. </li><li>Familiarity with the social enterprise and impact investing sectors</li><li>An ability to establish relationships with CEO and add value to the endeavor</li><li>Self-reflective and aligned with Acumen values</li><li>Must be permanently authorized to work in the U.S.</li></ul>Apply early as applications will be reviewed and interviews scheduled on a rolling basis. </div></div></div></div></div></div>

Partner / Principal / VP, Health

Acumen is seeking an Associate with at least two years of experience in office administration or as an executive assistant to join the Strategic Initiatives team. This role is in London and office management requires relatively consistent presence. About Acumen Acumen’s mission is to solve problems of poverty and build a world based on dignity. We invest patient capital in businesses whose products and services help vulnerable and low-income people transform their own lives. To date, Acumen has positively impacted 500+ million lives by investing $155M in 167 innovative, early-stage companies in Africa, Latin America, South Asia, and the United States. But investment isn't just about capital; we've been investing in leadership for years, supporting emerging leaders in their own countries and engaging them in extended collective dialogue, moral inquiry, and skill building.About Strategic Initiatives Strategic Initiatives is currently dedicated to Hardest to Reach, an initiative working to bring clean energy to some of the “hardest to reach” countries in Africa. We will bolster markets and provide capital to off-grid companies enabling clean energy access.About the role Acumen is seeking a dynamic individual for a hybrid role encompassing Office Administrator (60%) and Executive Assistant (40%) responsibilities. Reporting to the Chief of Strategic Initiatives in London, this role requires a proactive, organized individual with a talent for multitasking and a commitment to our mission.Accountabilities:Office Administration (60%):<ul><li>Optimize new office set up. including booths, standing desks, chairs and white boards etc</li><li>Ensure adherence to Health and Safety requirements (office chairs, foot-support, monitor set up, glare etc) and any building specific stipulations.</li><li>Coordinate property manager and vendors on security, lights, electrical, HVAC, cleaning; source new vendors as needed.</li><li>Be present to coordinate services and receive deliveries</li><li>Kitchen and office supply inventory, scheduling and organizing deliveries</li><li>Maintain current office budgets with a current tally on incoming costs, track and submit all vendor and office invoices, follow up to make sure no payments fall through the cracks</li><li>Receive and distribute inbound mail and packages to appropriate people; manage accounts with couriers</li><li>Attend any building trainings; collaborate with Legal team to maintain updated business continuity plans</li><li>Take inbound office requests from London colleagues for facilities, supplies, and travel</li><li>Handle visitor registration for individuals and group visits; Facilitate Global staff visits (building passes, keys, bookings within and outside of Somerset house)</li><li>Greet visitors</li><li>Receive incoming calls to the London office, screen for sales calls</li><li>Ensure seamless technology support by liaising effectively with Acumen’s managed IT service provider</li><li>Collaborate with other office administrators and assist managed IT service provider with org-wide IT projects, implementations and administration.</li><li>Facilitate conference room bookings (keeping overall team bookings within 2 hours max across European functional teams)</li><li>Liaise with Talent in US regarding UK specific policies, insurance arrangements, pension arrangements, bank holidays</li><li>Manage employee requests through task-management platform f</li></ul>Executive Assistant (40%):<ul><li>Arrange and ensure seamless run of CPO's daily schedule, juggling multiple, simultaneous requests across multiple time zones</li><li>Manage calendars, prioritize and organize the Chief of Strategic Initiatives' schedule, ensuring efficient day-to-day operation.</li><li>Arrange domestic and international travel, ensuring clear communication of preferences and timely provision of comprehensive travel packs.</li><li>Prepare and track expense reports in timely manner following travel; review and advise on expense reports for CPO’s direct reports, following Travel &amp; Expense Policy</li><li>Maintain discretion with sensitive information and ensure efficient record-keeping and documentation management.</li></ul>Skills and Qualifications:<ul><li>minimum of 2 years of experience in office administration or as an executive assistant.</li><li>Good organizational skills, good planning skills, good project management skills</li><li>Good customer service skills: What is needed? How can I help?</li><li>Good budgeting skills</li><li>Good stakeholder management skills and coordinating stakeholders toward a shared outcome</li><li>Can take initiative independently, can follow through, can deliver on a deadline</li><li>Ability to pay vendors in a timely and coordinated fashion sharing transparency with Finance</li><li>Ability to work in a dynamic environment, adapt to changing situations, and manage multiple priorities</li><li>Experience using technology; Mastery of Microsoft Office applications including G-Suite, Outlook, Excel, and Word. Ability to learn new applications, such as Slack, Netsuite or equivalent software</li><li>Exceptional written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Attention to detail</li><li>Solutions focused, problem solver</li><li>Self-reflective and aligned with Acumen values</li><li>Permanent work authorization in the United Kingdom</li></ul>Deadline to apply Apply as early as possible as applications will be reviewed and interviews scheduled on a rolling basis.  #LI-ACU1

Office Operations and Executive Assistant

Acumen is looking for an Institutional Partnerships Summer Associate (10 - 12-week paid internship) with strong research and analytic skills to support the work of our Development &amp; Partnerships team based in New York. Acumen currently works in a hybrid model and people are in the office Tuesday - Thursday. Acumen We are investors. A different kind of investor. We invest in people and companies working to solve problems for people living in poverty… essential products and services that bring more opportunities, more choices to millions. To date, Acumen has positively impacted 501 million lives by investing $154M in 167 innovative, early-stage companies in Africa, Latin America, South Asia, and the United States. But investing clearly is not just about capital. It is about investing in people. We have been investing in people for years. Connecting with emerging leaders in their own countries and engaging them in extended collective dialogue on what constitutes a “good society,” moral inquiry, and skill building.About Development &amp; Partnerships Acumen partners with leading global corporations and institutions to advance our mission to change the way the world tackles poverty. The Development &amp; Partnerships team leads fundraising efforts for the organization, working with companies like Apple, IKEA Foundation, Target Foundation, Bank of America, Barclay’s, Autodesk Foundation SAP, Barclays,EY, and others to invest in and support early-stage social enterprises and business leaders across the energy access, agriculture, workforce development, and financial inclusion sector to develop more inclusive, locally-led, sustainable business models. We collaborate with institutions in one or more of the following ways: financial support for Acumen’s initiatives, strategic support for Acumen’s global network of entrepreneurs, or through convenings, insights generation and influence.About the role The Summer Associate will help the Development &amp; Partnerships team by supporting the team’s overall strategy and engagement of Acumen’s prospective and current institutional partnerships – corporates, corporate foundations, and foundations.The Summer Associate’s primary role will be to contribute to the annual assessment of current institutional partnerships, working with a variety of relationship managers across the organization to better understand new opportunities to partner and how we are delivering against our goals with each partner. Specifically, the Summer Associate will be accountable for:<ul><li>Supporting the forward-looking strategy for institutional partners by mapping current relationships across Acumen’s priorities, market trends etc.</li><li>Soliciting and analyzing data – both internal and external – in support of the annual assessment (e.g., assess strengths and areas of opportunity, provide recommendations for engagement with institutional partners, and internal synergies for effective engagement)</li><li>Conducting research on events, conferences, and other potential opportunities for Acumen to share its work in front of institutional audiences.</li><li>Potentially supporting existing events and the creation of sessions at conferences.</li><li>Updating collateral and marketing assets for institutional audience</li></ul> Skills &amp; Qualifications<ul><li>Ability to work efficiently to meet deadline</li><li>Ability to take initiative with research and analysis and produce valuable results in conditions of uncertainty</li><li>Some experience and interest in Business Development (Fundraising) or Account/Relationship Management</li><li>Strong writing and presentation skills</li><li>Familiarity with Salesforce or facility with CRM software</li><li>Ability to work effectively within Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint</li><li>Self-reflective and aligned with Acumen values</li><li>Permanent authorization to work in the United States</li><li>Preferred: First-year MBA candidate or other relevant Master’s degree</li></ul>Deadline Applications will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis through March 31, 2024.Compensation: Graduate students will work out of the NYC office and will receive a stipend of $750 per week for a maximum of 10-12 weeks

Institutional Partnerships Summer Associate

Acumen is looking for an Operations Associate with a minimum of 2 years of experience to manage Europe fundraising operations and support the team in effectively stewarding and engaging donors, and coordinating local events. This role reports into the Head of Development &amp; Partnerships, Europe. Acumen is operating under a hybrid work agreement, we are in the London office 2 days a week.About Acumen Acumen’s mission is to solve problems of poverty and build a world based on dignity. We invest patient capital in businesses whose products and services help vulnerable and low-income people transform their own lives. To date, Acumen has positively impacted 500+ million lives by investing $155M in 167 innovative, early-stage companies in Africa, Latin America, South Asia, and the United States. But investment isn't just about capital; we've been investing in leadership for years, supporting emerging leaders in their own countries and engaging them in extended collective dialogue, moral inquiry, and skill building.About Development and Partnerships We are a small and mighty team where everyone rolls up their sleeves together to bring in the revenue needed to support Acumen's work. We engage a diverse donor audience, creating funding partnerships with individuals, corporations, foundations, and government institutions.  We work cross-functionally, engaging closely with Acumen’s programs, communications function, legal and finance to develop and deliver effective funding partnerships. About the Role Reporting to the Head of Development &amp; Partnerships, Europe, the Europe Development &amp; Partnerships Associate will support Acumen’s Europe fundraising efforts. This position will manage Europe fundraising operations and support the team in effectively stewarding and engaging donors. This role is part of the global Operations team, and will engage with this group on global projects from time to time. This role is based in London. Accountabilities include:Donor Management &amp; Stewardship<ul><li>Support in building a focused list of Europe prospects by conducting research on relevant individuals, corporations, and foundations and drafting meeting briefings</li><li>Manage local donor engagement touchpoint tracking and reminders</li><li>Provide project management support to the Head of D&amp;P, Europe, with the goal of engaging Acumen’s donor base</li><li>Support with gathering information for donor reports and proposals and coordinating with global colleagues to support the team to ensure timely submissions</li><li>Support with the development of key collateral for donor cultivation, including decks, and drafting tailored emails to tailored to individual interests</li></ul>Salesforce database management<ul><li>Ensure all accounts are kept up to date</li><li>Ensure donations are recorded accurately and ensure revenue totals are accurate</li><li>Create and pull necessary reports for fundraising analysis</li><li>Draft necessary gift processing documents</li></ul>Event Coordination<ul><li>Partner with the Events Manager to manage the logistics of Europe events - securing and coordinating with venue, catering, and other vendors </li><li>Building and managing event page for invitations</li><li>Coordinating invite/attendee list </li><li>Event briefings and reporting</li></ul>Team operations<ul><li>Support the D&amp;P team in Europe with the smooth running of team operations, including supporting with scheduling meetings</li></ul>Qualifications and Skills:The ideal candidate is highly organized, has some experience supporting fundraising operations, is a good project manager, works well on a collaborative team, and has a passion for leveraging the power of social entrepreneurship to create impact.<ul><li>Minimum of 2 years of experience in fundraising or sales operations or project management</li><li>Highly organized and detail oriented</li><li>Strong operational skills: establishes priorities, people and project management, problem solving and project management, including the ability to work and deliver projects independently, proactively, and timely</li><li>Data analysis and reporting</li><li>Exceptional relationship and interpersonal skills: courtesy, tact, patience, and strong teamwork. </li><li>Clear writer and verbal communicator</li><li>Highly collaborative and able to work cross-functionally effectively</li><li>The ability to proactively anticipate needs before they arise and take action without being asked, notices opportunities to create new systems and procedures when necessary</li><li>Seeks and provides constructive feedback. </li><li>Familiarity with CRM systems such as Salesforce is a plus.</li><li>Self reflective and aligned with Acumen values. </li><li>Permanently authorized to work in the UK</li></ul>Deadline: Submit applications as early as possible as applications will be reviewed and interviews scheduled on a rolling basis.

Development & Partnerships Associate

Acumen is looking for an Associate Director with 12+ years of experience to lead the development of offerings to our community of changemakers, who are ~1600 strong and growing. This role is based in Mumbai. About Acumen Acumen is changing the way the world tackles poverty by investing in companies, leaders and ideas. We invest patient capital in businesses whose products and services offer important opportunities to people living in poverty. To date, Acumen has positively impacted over 500 million lives by investing $154.4M in 167 innovative, early-stage companies in Africa, Latin America, South Asia, and the United States. But investment isn’t only about capital, we’ve been investing in innovators for years, connecting with emerging leaders around the world and engaging them in collective dialogue, moral inquiry, and skill building.About Academy Acumen Academy is the world’s school for social change. We’re looking to support a new generation of social innovators and leaders with the character and competence to solve problems of poverty and build a world based on dignity. We seek to inspire a new generation by sharing stories of visionary role models and business models with the world.About the Foundry Through the Fellowship program, Acumen invests in developing the moral leadership skills of social builders. Acumen Fellowship graduates enter the Foundry, a global community with a shared ethos and vision: to build a world based on dignity that centers people and planet. The Foundry is the alumni community for the  +1,600 graduates of our Fellowhsip or Accelerator Programs.About the Role The Associate Director will be responsible for building and managing the infrastructure to increase the engagement and impact of the +1,600 Foundry Members around the world; including the governance model, technology platform and communication channels. We want to take the number of scaled organizations in the Foundry (defined as those serving 1 million people/year) from 50 to 150 over the next 3 years and to build a connected community of leaders with a shared commitment to each other and Acumen’s mission.Key accountabilities include:<ul><li>Design and execute a community engagement road map. Work closely with the Director of Foundry to develop and roll-out a plan for global community engagement, including maintaining a regular cadence of communication/touch points and the assessment—and potential roll-out—of a technology platform to facilitate connection.   </li><li>Manage global Foundry data reporting. In partnership with the Academy Impact Analysists, manage a process to regularly collect and maintain up-to-date data (including stories) from the regions and develop a global reporting framework that showcases the story of The Foundry’s impact. </li><li>Establish and manage a global Centre of Excellence. Work closely with Regional Acumen Academy Program and Foundry Leads to circulate and synthesize learning and facilitate global roll out of high-imapct ideas and innovations. </li><li>Manage the Global Foundry Governance Structure. Work closely with the Director of Foundry and Key Regional stakeholders to establish a Global Foundry Governance Structure and play an active role in the management, coordination and health of the organizing structure. </li><li>Unlock learning content from the Foundry. In partnership with the Curriculum team, establish and manage a proess to identify, capture and distribute learning content from Foundry Members.</li></ul>Qualifications and skills<ul><li>12+ years of experience building and leading global communities (virtual and IRL)</li><li>Track record of scaling community engagement and impact</li><li>Analytical mindset to understand data, insights and impact</li><li>Creative thinking to develop innovative community programs</li><li>Communication skills to work with global, cross-cultural colleagues, partners and community members</li><li>Demonstrated success in building collaborative relationships with both external and internal stakeholders</li><li>Willingness to take risks and ability to address complex issues creatively and effectively</li><li>Effectively collaborates with and across teams, seeks, and provides constructive feedback</li><li>Self reflective and aligned with Acumen values</li></ul>Location Mumbai (India)This role reports into the Director of Acumen Foundry and will collaborate closely with colleagues across Academy (Content, Technology, Fellowship, and Marketing).#LI-ACU1

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