RMI is an independent nonprofit founded in 1982 that transforms global energy systems through market-driven solutions to align with a 1.5&deg;C future and secure a clean, prosperous, zero-carbon future for all. We work in the world&rsquo;s most critical geographies and engage businesses, policymakers, communities, and NGOs to identify and scale energy system interventions that will cut greenhouse gas emissions at least 50 percent by 2030. RMI has offices in Basalt and Boulder, Colorado; New York City; Oakland, California; Washington, D.C.; and Beijing.

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Transforming global energy systems for a clean, zero-carbon future by 2030.

Job Description:<div><div>RMI is seeking a social media creator and strategist to support the execution and creation of social media and related marketing content. Focusing on RMI’s work to spur the clean-energy transition across the Global South, this role will focus on our work in Africa, the Caribbean, Pacific Islands, and Southeast Asia. Around the world, RMI works to reduce barriers to the energy transition and implement climate solutions at scale. Through social media and strategic communications, we inspire action to make this vision a reality. This role will advance these goals by engaging with key audiences and stakeholders -- such as policymakers, media, corporate partners, and the public – via diverse digital channels. </div><div>    </div><div>This hybrid role focuses mainly on executing social media content and strategy, in alignment with RMI’s wider brand and strategic goals, to engage and grow key audiences globally. As a related responsibility, the successful candidate will also act as a strategic communications specialist, working with project managers to set communications strategy, produce and deliver team-produced content – such as articles, reports, and media placements -- that elevates the impact, research, and other work of subject matter experts of our Global South team. </div><div> </div><div>Our ideal candidate is multi-talented, able to both think strategically and create content enthusiastically. In the social domain, they are highly creative and will help RMI’s Global South team grow its reach across LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, via paid and organic media. They have a knack for finding stories that capture RMI’s successes and bring them to life in ways that fit RMI’s brand voice, tailored by channel to appeal to our diverse audiences. They can translate complex climate and energy subject matter into accessible content and can spot emerging social media trends and test them with a growth mindset.  </div><div>  </div><div>An ideal candidate will have a passion for social media, storytelling, and RMI’s mission to decarbonize the world’s energy system. This position reports directly to the social media manager, with a dotted-line relationship to the Global South strategic communications senior manager. They will also work closely with the media relations, editorial, design, marketing and audience teams to develop effective content and campaigns.   </div><div> </div><div> We highly encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply.  </div><div> </div><div>Specific Roles and Responsibilities  </div><div><ul><li>Produce clear and compelling social content including custom captions, simple graphics, photography, videos, and ads, in support of RMI’s diverse programmatic work and donor cultivation that adheres to our social media strategy and brand messaging. Content would be published across LinkedIn, X/Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and any future channels.  </li><li>Utilize a content calendar and strategic framework to work with strategic communication marketers, thought leaders, design, editorial, and web teams to populate, prepare content, and schedule to social media channels.    </li><li>Develop and implement communications strategies and deliverables for programmatic outcomes in the Islands, Africa, and Southeast Asia in collaboration with marketing colleagues and program experts. </li><li>Collaborate with the media relations, content, edit, and design teams to rapidly develop social content responding to breaking climate or energy news stories.  </li><li>Support communications projects from inception to completion, collaborating with program experts as well as the marketing, design, editorial, and media relations teams to create multimedia social content and optimize social media channels to grow audiences and drive brand awareness and traffic for RMI.  </li><li>In partnership with program thought leaders, organize, research, and write or ghost-write op-eds, blogs, statements, social posts, and other forms of content.  </li><li>Build media lists for the overall team and specific projects; draft press releases and pitches for reporters. </li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li>Assist media relations team in tracking and engaging with influential energy and climate journalists via social media to support ongoing outreach efforts, including the development of content that will grab the attention of target energy and climate media.  </li><li>Monitor and respond promptly to community interactions and mention the importance to RMI Global South across the digital space. Where relevant, report these trends to relevant parties, including program marketers, program experts, media team, and crisis comms Team. Assist in response strategy: recommend, draft copy, and respond to comments and/or mentions.  </li><li>Work with the analytics team to review and report on digital analytics, including social listening data, to quantify and qualify effectiveness of digital content and campaigns.   </li><li>From time to time, assist with creating, reviewing, and scheduling social content for other RMI programs. </li><li>Support the social media manager and strategic communications senior manager, Global South, as needed.  </li></ul></div><div>  </div><div>Minimum Qualifications  </div><div><ul><li>One or more  years overall experience in communications, social media, public relations, marketing, and/or journalism. Internship, academic, volunteer, and nonprofit experience can count, too. </li><li>Excellent initiative, follow-through, and project management skills  </li><li>Fluency in social media landscape, including channels, best practices, and audiences. </li><li>Strong writing, editing, and verbal communications skills, including communicating at different levels of depth (more in-depth for industry audiences; simplified for lay audiences)  </li><li>Passion for storytelling and messaging around complex issues  </li><li>Experience working on energy/climate policy, in journalism or non-profit comms is a plus </li><li>Experience with social media tools, particularly Sprout Social, to post, track, and for analytics.   </li><li>Strong digital media editing skills, including photo, video, and design, e.g.Canva, Adobe. </li><li>A strong team player with excellent collaborative skills with staff and counterparts at all organizational levels and with external partners. </li><li>Intellectually curious, meticulous, and able to multitask and prioritize. </li></ul></div><div> </div><div>Location We are a remote-ready company with team members around the globe. Our beautiful and welcoming offices are available for meetings or focused work, whether you are traveling through or living nearby. Our US offices are in New York City; Washington DC; Oakland, California; and in Boulder and Basalt, Colorado. This role can be located from anywhere in the continental United States. RMI also works in China, India, Nigeria, the Pacific Islands, Carribean, and South-east Asia. </div><div> </div></div><div><div>We provide you with the essential IT equipment plus a one-time home technology payment and a monthly work from home/commuter allowance to ensure you have a comfortable home office set up and necessary supplies. </div><div> </div><div>We love seeing each other in person! We occasionally gather for shared time together like retreats and learning experiences. Be ready to travel for occasional in-person meetings (and of course, we cover travel costs). Some roles may require more travel, which will be discussed during the hiring process. </div><div> </div><div>Compensation RMI compensates based on the level and requirements of the role. Salary within our ranges may also be determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as required by the role, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.  Typically, new Program Communications Specialists join at the minimum to mid salary range of $56,980 - $70,228. You would be eligible for an additional 5% bonus target!    </div><div> </div><div>Benefits    We offer a comprehensive benefits package adjusted to regional norms, including (for U.S. employment): </div><div><ul><li>Medical, dental, vision insurance    </li><li>403b retirement options (up to 5% match immediately)    </li><li>Life, AD&amp;D, short-term and long-term disability    </li><li>Professional and personal development (including LinkedIn Learning access)    </li><li>Generous paid time off   </li><li>Parental leave    </li><li>Work from home and commuter allowance </li></ul></div><div>DiversityIncreasing the diversity of thought, perspectives, ideas and opinions within RMI is a critical change element supporting our long-term sustainability and mission to build a clean, prosperous, and secure energy future.    We strive for a level of diversity that reflects the communities we serve. Achieving this—regardless of ability, race, ethnicity, ancestry, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, veteran status, socioeconomic class, educational attainment or other social identities—is critical to the success of each RMI-er and collectively as an organization. This ensures that we:    </div><div><ul><li>Have the different array of thinking that comes from diverse backgrounds and cultures, enabling us to solve some of the world’s greatest challenges.    </li><li>Strive for a culture of inclusion and belonging by treating others with dignity, respect and appreciation enabling them to feel welcomed, supported and valued.    </li><li>Effectively connect, communicate and build long-lasting relationships with decision-makers, stakeholders and constituents within diverse communities.    </li></ul></div><div>All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.         </div><div> </div></div><div>About RMIFounded in 1982 as Rocky Mountain Insitute, RMI is an independent nonprofit that transforms global energy systems through market-driven solutions to align with a 1.5°C future and secure a clean, prosperous, zero-carbon future for all. We work in the world’s most critical geographies and engage businesses, policymakers, communities, and NGOs to identify and scale energy system interventions that will cut greenhouse gas emissions at least 50 percent by 2030. RMI and affiliates have offices in Basalt and Boulder, Col., New York City, Oakland, Calif.; and Washington, D.C. as well as China, India, and Nigeria. </div>RMI is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Social Media Specialist

Job Description:<div><div>Microsoft 365 Administrator </div><div>Role Overview: </div><div>We are seeking a skilled and motivated Microsoft 365 and SharePoint Online Administrator to join our team. As a key member of RMI's Strategic Operations team, you will be responsible for managing and optimizing our Microsoft 365 environment, with a strong emphasis on SharePoint, Teams, and Power Platform. Your expertise will contribute to the seamless operation of our collaboration tools, ensuring efficient communication, document management, and process automation. </div><div>Responsibilities: </div><div><ul><li>Microsoft Teams Administration: </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Configure and maintain Teams channels, chat, meetings, and collaboration features. </li><li>Manage user access, permissions, and security settings within Teams. </li><li>Troubleshoot and resolve Teams-related issues. </li><li>Collaborate with end-users, including external users, to enhance their Teams experience and optimize usage. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>SharePoint Administration: </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Administer our robust SharePoint environment of 300+ sites and 1.5 million documents to include site architecture, permissions, and content types. </li><li>Working with Knowledge Management team members, design and implement SharePoint solutions to improve document management, content organization, and collaboration. </li><li>Monitor and optimize SharePoint performance. </li><li>Support end-users with issues, tickets and data migration. </li><li>Support and troubleshoot external user access </li><li>Partner with Knowledge Management and Legal to design data retention policy; implement and monitor </li><li>Administer and maintain an up-to-date our SharePoint development environment. </li><li>Manage projects being executed by contractors. </li><li>Perform weekly data reduction efforts in collaboration with Knowledge Management and end users  </li><li>Provide user training on SharePoint best practices and general knowledge </li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li>Troubleshoot and manage any integrations with other tools, apps or embedded products. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Power Platform Management: </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Oversee Power Apps, Power Automate (Flow), and Power BI. </li><li>Create and maintain custom apps, workflows, and reports using Power Platform. </li><li>Collaborate with business units to automate processes and enhance productivity. </li><li>Ensure data integrity and security within Power Platform. </li><li>Help create structure and guidelines for how to use Power Platform. </li><li>Troubleshoot various forms, flows and Power BI reports as needed.  </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Vendor Management: </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Coordinate with external vendors and service providers related to Microsoft 365 services. </li><li>Evaluate vendor offerings, negotiate contracts, and manage relationships and work product. </li><li>Monitor service-level agreements (SLAs) and escalate issues as needed. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Release Management: </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Stay abreast of Microsoft 365 updates, feature releases, and future dependencies between systems </li><li>Understanding of how feature releases and updates will impact organizational tools, assets, security and user workflows.  </li><li>Communicate release schedules to RMI staff with special focus on supporting impacted end-users and IT through transitions. </li></ul></div><div>Required Experience: </div><div><ul><li>Office 365 Administration: </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Proven experience managing Microsoft 365 services, including Exchange Online, OneDrive, M365 Groups, and Entra ID. </li><li>Familiarity with licensing, user provisioning, and security settings. </li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li>SharePoint Administration: </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Hands-on experience with SharePoint Online administration  </li><li>Knowledge of site architecture, content types, permissions, data retention and content management </li><li>Experience administering SharePoint online instances that have sites that allow collaboration with multiple external project team members. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Teams Administration: </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Prior experience working in Teams environments that have external collaborators. </li><li>Experience with groups and security in Teams.  </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Vendor Management: </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with vendors, manage projects executed by contractors, and negotiate contracts. </li></ul></div><div>Preferred Experience: </div><div><ul><li>SharePoint Development and DevOps: </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Experience in creating custom SharePoint solutions using SharePoint Framework (SPFx), Power Apps, and Power Automate. </li><li>Familiarity with version control, continuous integration, and deployment pipelines. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Experience implementing data retention policies in SharePoint and Office 365. </li><li>Familiarity with and interest in navigating choices related to Co-Pilot and its interoperability with existing tech stack </li><li>Compliance Experience: </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Understanding of how to implement compliance requirements within the Microsoft 365 ecosystem. </li></ul></div><div>Qualifications: </div><div><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent work experience. </li><li>Relevant Microsoft certifications (e.g., Microsoft 365 Certified: Teams Administrator Associate, SharePoint certifications) are a plus. </li></ul></div></div><div>If you have either M365 Admin experience or SharePoint admin experience and are willing to learn, please apply. If you are a proactive problem-solver with a passion for optimizing collaboration tools, we encourage you to apply! Join our team and contribute to our organization’s success by ensuring efficient and secure utilization of Microsoft 365 services.  <div><div>Location     </div><div>We are a remote-ready company with team members around the globe. Our beautiful and welcoming offices are available for meetings or focused work, whether you are traveling through or living nearby. Our U.S. offices are in New York City; Washington DC; Oakland, California; Boulder, Colorado, and Basalt, Colorado. This role can be located from anywhere in the continental United States.    </div><div>We provide you with the essential IT equipment plus a one-time home technology payment and a monthly work from home/commuter allowance to ensure you have a comfortable home office set up and necessary supplies.    </div><div>  </div><div>We love seeing each other in person! We occasionally gather for shared time together like retreats and learning experiences. Be ready to travel for occasional in-person meetings (and of course, we cover travel costs). Some roles may require more travel, which will be discussed during the hiring process.  </div><div>  </div><div>Benefits  </div><div>We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:  </div><div><ul><li>Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance    </li><li>403b Retirement Options (5% match, with no vesting schedule)   </li><li>Life, AD&amp;D, Short Term and Long-Term Disability    </li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li>Commuter and Wellness Benefits  </li><li>Professional and personal development (including LinkedIn Learning access)    </li><li>Generous paid time off  </li><li>Parental leave  </li><li>Casual work environment    </li></ul></div><div>   </div><div>Compensation  </div><div>The salary range for this position is $92,846 to $114,433. This is dependent upon experience that will be discussed and vetted through the interview process.  </div><div>   </div><div>Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion        </div><div>At RMI, our mission is to build a clean, prosperous, and secure energy future for all. For this to happen, every single person needs to be a stakeholder in the energy transition. Recruiting, hiring, mentoring, and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve is critical to our success. We need the widest range of perspectives to understand the systems we are trying to change. That doesn’t just mean bringing a diverse team to the table; it also means working proactively to give all job seekers and employees equitable experiences. Visit our <a href="https://rmi.org/diversity-equity-inclusion/">DEI page</a> for more information on our DEI initiatives and commitments.  </div><div>All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.     </div><div>  </div><div>   </div><div>About RMI     </div><div>RMI is an independent nonprofit founded in 1982 that transforms global energy systems through market-driven solutions to align with a 1.5°C future and secure a clean, prosperous, zero-carbon future for all. We work in the world’s most critical geographies and engage businesses, policymakers, communities, and NGOs to identify and scale energy system interventions that will cut greenhouse gas emissions at least 50 percent by 2030. RMI has offices in Basalt and Boulder, Colorado; New York City; Oakland, California; Washington, D.C.; and Beijing. RMI-India, a sister organization, has an office in New Delhi.  </div></div></div>RMI is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

M365 and Sharepoint Administrator

Job Description:Senior Associate, Corporate Engagement - Third DerivativeWe highly encourage individuals of underrepresented groups to apply! Program Overview   You’ll be part of RMI’s Third Derivative program - a global climate technology startup accelerator aimed at accelerating the rate of climate innovation. Our mission is to build an inclusive ecosystem that rapidly finds, funds, and scales climate tech innovation globally. We’ve built a vertically-integrated model that unites investors, corporates, experts, and startups to work together to increase the success and speed to market for climate innovation.Since our launch in December 2020, our ecosystem includes $4.2T market cap of corporate partners, $12B AUM of investor partners (across five continents), and 198 startups reflecting climate innovations solving for all major emissions sectors.Now, our high-performance team of climate enthusiasts is growing, and we’re seeking a Senior Associate for Corporate Engagement to join us in our mission.Position Overview Third Derivative (“D3”) is seeking a Senior Associate, Corporate Engagement, to serve as the relationship manager for D3 corporate partners and to work with cohort startups to catalyze commercial and funding deals. This position sits within the Corporate Engagement team, working closely with Startup Services members under the leadership of the Corporate Engagement Principal.The primary objectives of the position include: tracking, cultivating, and managing relationships with D3’s existing corporate partners; identifying and facilitating commercial deal and investment opportunities with cohort startups and partners, creating strategies to facilitate engagement across corporate teams and supporting corporations’ decarbonization strategies through access to D3 resources, virtual programming and in person events. Key results of this position include corporate net promoter score (NPS) and providing tangible, scalable, measurable pathways to increasing exposure to corporate leaders for D3 startups.Primary Responsibilities <ul><li>Manage relationships with high-level, c-suite, and operational stakeholders within corporate entities</li><li>Identify potential deal opportunities between cohort startups and corporate partners based upon sectoral/ geographic area alignment, startups readiness levels, etc.</li><li>Facilitate startup preparation and introductory conversations between startups and corporates, work closely with both parties to clarify engagement goals and intermediate milestones</li><li>Continually gather feedback from corporate partners and cohort startups to enhance engagement opportunities and program offerings</li><li>Coordinate with D3’s Business Development Manager, D3’s Startup Success team, D3’s Research and Diligence team and RMI’s Development team</li></ul>Minimum Qualifications <ul><li>At least 5+ years of direct relevant experience e.g working at a large corporation, ideally within the innovation, sustainability, and/or ventures teams or managing corporate partnerships for an accelerator or non-profit</li><li>Bachelor's degree in business, sustainability, environment, economics, engineering, or related discipline</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills </li><li>Extremely detail oriented and organized</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications <ul><li>Climate champion with demonstrated track record of building or supporting climate decarbonization strategies</li><li>Experience managing complex project portfolios</li><li>Master’s level degree, equivalent, or higher, in sustainability, environment, economics, engineering, business or related discipline</li><li>Experience working at a startup and/or experience working directly with early-stage startup</li><li>Experience developing and executing commercial deals (including purchasing contracts, joint development agreements, supplier contracts, etc.)</li></ul>We encourage anyone who is interested in this role to apply, regardless of whether you feel you meet 100% of the qualifications. The top candidates will bring their own unique perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds from a variety of industries along with many but not necessarily all the skills listed above. We offer professional learning and training opportunities to help you develop the skills you may not have had the opportunity to cultivate yet.Location   We are a remote-ready organization with team members around the globe. Our beautiful and welcoming offices are available for meetings or focused work, whether you are traveling through or living nearby. Our U.S. offices are in New York City; Washington DC; Oakland, California; Boulder, Colorado; and Basalt, Colorado. This role can be located from anywhere in the continental United States. We provide you with the essential IT equipment plus a one-time home technology payment and a monthly work from home/commuter allowance to ensure you have a comfortable home office set up and necessary supplies.We love seeing each other in person! We occasionally gather for shared time together like retreats and learning experiences. Be ready to travel for occasional in-person meetings (and of course, we cover travel costs). Some roles may require more travel, which will be discussed during the hiring process.Compensation   RMI compensates based on the level and requirements of the role. Salary within our ranges may also be determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as required by the role, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Typically, a new Senior Associate joins at the minimum to mid salary range of $84,170 - $103,740. You would also have an additional 5% bonus target!Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:    <ul><li>Medical, dental, vision insurance   </li><li>403b retirement options (up to 5% match immediately)   </li><li>Life, AD&amp;D, short-term and long-term disability   </li><li>Professional and personal development</li><li>Generous paid time off and sick leave</li><li>Parental leave   </li><li>Flexible working hours</li><li>Commuter and work from home stipends</li></ul>Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion      At RMI, our mission is to build a clean, prosperous, and secure energy future for all. For this to happen, every single person needs to be a stakeholder in the energy transition. Recruiting, hiring, mentoring, and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve is critical to our success. We need the widest range of perspectives to understand the systems we are trying to change. That doesn’t just mean bringing a diverse team to the table; it also means working proactively to give all job seekers and employees equitable experiences. Visit our <a href="https://rmi.org/diversity-equity-inclusion/">DEI page</a> for more information on our DEI initiatives and commitments.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.  About RMI RMI is an independent, non-partisan, nonprofit organization of experts across disciplines working to accelerate the clean energy transition and improve lives. Since our founding in 1982 by Amory Lovins, RMI’s chairman emeritus, we continue to grow and have a global reach and reputation.For 40 years, RMI has utilized our unique techno-economic expertise and whole-systems thinking to publish groundbreaking research and analysis. We bring together collaborations of rare reach, range, and expertise—creating unconventional partnerships and mobilizing action to drive change on the massive scale needed to combat the climate crisis.RMI is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Senior Associate, Corporate Engagement - Third Derivative

Job Description:Job Title: Procurement Systems SpecialistDepartment: ProcurementReports To: Procurement ManagerLocation: RemoteJob Summary: The Procurement Systems Specialist will be responsible for creating and managing dashboards using PowerApps, PowerBI, Excel, and Workday. This role will also provide backup support for day-to-day procurement activities.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Develop, implement, and maintain procurement dashboards using PowerApps, PowerBI, Excel, and Workday.</li><li>Provide backup support for daily procurement activities.</li><li>Collaborate with the procurement team to understand data needs and implement solutions.</li><li>Ensure data accuracy and integrity in all procurement systems.</li><li>Continuously improve and streamline procurement processes through system enhancements.</li><li>Implement best practices in procurement systems management.</li><li>Stay updated with the latest trends and advancements in procurement systems and technologies.</li><li>Train and mentor other team members on the use of procurement systems.</li><li>Liaise with IT and other departments to ensure seamless integration of procurement systems across the organization.</li><li>Develop and maintain system documentation and user manuals.</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>5-7 years of relevant experience in procurement systems or related field.</li><li>Proficient in PowerApps, PowerBI, Excel, and Workday.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</li><li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team.</li><li>Alignment with RMI’s culture and values.</li></ul>RMI is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Procurement Specialist

Job Description:<div><div>Are you an HR professional who has been responsible for processing payroll, benefits, leaves of absence and other HR administrative duties? Have you provided support to global employees? Are you a self-starter, problem-solver and multi-tasker with adept communication and organizational skills? If so, then join us! </div><div> </div><div>Overview </div><div>As the Benefits Senior Specialist, you will play a critical role in providing support and project management for Benefits and other HR Operations functions. You will be the liaison between our subject matter expert vendors and our internal stakeholders. You will work closely with our People Partnership Team to help them respond to a range of HR topics promptly. Your attention to detail, impactful communication skills, and passion for service delivery excellence will be invaluable to your success at RMI. This position reports to the Senior People Operations Manager. </div><div> </div><div>Key Responsibilities </div><div><ul><li>Partner with RMI’s Payroll team to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing twice monthly </li><li>Collaborate with RMI’s Benefits broker to support the update, implementation, and administration of all employee benefits programs, such as group health, dental and vision, accident and disability, life insurance, retirement, COBRA, wellness, and rewards and recognition programs </li><li>Oversee RMI’s annual Benefits open enrollment in partnership with RMI’s Benefits broker  </li><li>Process and keep accurate records of leave of absences such as parental leave, FMLA, sabbaticals and accommodations. Support and administer global employees’ leave of absence in partnership with RMI’s Employer of Record (EOR) vendors </li><li>Partner with internal stakeholders and external employment vendors to compile data for compliance initiatives, including but not limited to EEO, AAP, updating the U.S. Employee Handbook and employment poster compliance for all locations </li><li>Manage the immigration and EOR mail inboxes by answering questions from employees in partnership with RMI’s Immigration attorneys and EOR vendors, and escalate internally when appropriate </li><li>Re-verify I-9s for U.S. employees with a visa and ensuring global employees receive necessary U.S. work authorization in partnership with RMI’s Immigration attorneys </li><li>Act as main point of contact for all employee benefits, leave of absence, compliance, EOR, and immigration matters by managing RMI’s Workday Help desk and ensuring all questions are handled in a timely manner. Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external expert vendors to ensure timely responses and customer service quality </li><li>Provide general HR administrative support, including but not limited to processing U.S. unemployment and worker’s compensation claims, and producing employment verification letters </li><li>Update and maintain highly confidential HR data, conducting audits of benefit programs for accuracy and compliance </li><li>Create and maintain guidance documentation and standard operating procedures in the areas outlined above in partnership with external vendors and key internal stakeholders </li><li>Work collaboratively and effectively across all HR functions (Talent Acquisition, Learning &amp; Development, and People Experience) to drive HR priorities and initiatives </li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li>Other duties as assigned </li></ul></div><div> </div><div>Minimum Qualifications </div><div><ul><li>3-5 years of human resources experience, with an emphasis on processing payroll, benefits and leaves of absence </li><li>Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) </li><li>Experience with a globally disbursed workforce </li><li>High level of attention to detail and accuracy </li><li>Minimum 1 year of experience using Workday HCM </li></ul></div><div> </div><div>Other Desired Skills and Experiences </div><div><ul><li>Previous customer experience preferred </li><li>Ability to comprehend, and apply the appropriate sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, and policies. </li><li>Working knowledge of diversity, performance management, and federal and state respective employment laws. </li><li>Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with adept time management skills </li><li>Commitment to protect and maintain the confidentiality of proprietary information. </li><li>Demonstrated flexibility, agility, energy, and initiative in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, unpredictable, and complex environment. </li><li>Experience supporting immigration and/or EOR processes </li></ul></div><div> </div><div>Location      </div><div>We are a remote-ready company with team members around the globe. Our beautiful and welcoming offices are available for meetings or focused work, whether you are traveling through or living nearby. Our U.S. offices are in New York City; Washington DC; Oakland, California; Boulder, Colorado, and Basalt, Colorado. This role can be located from anywhere in the continental United States.  </div><div>    </div><div>We provide you with the essential IT equipment plus a one-time home technology payment and a monthly work from home/commuter allowance to ensure you have a comfortable home office set up and necessary supplies.     </div><div>   </div><div>We love seeing each other in person! We occasionally gather for shared time together like retreats and learning experiences. Be ready to travel for occasional in-person meetings (and of course, we cover travel costs). Some roles may require more travel, which will be discussed during the hiring process.   </div></div><div><div>   </div><div>Benefits   </div><div>We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:   </div><div><ul><li>Medical, dental, vision insurance     </li><li>403b Retirement Options (5% match, with no vesting schedule)    </li><li>Life, AD&amp;D, Short Term and Long-Term Disability     </li><li>Professional and personal development  </li><li>Generous paid time off   </li><li>Parental leave   </li><li>Commuter and work from home stipends </li></ul></div><div>    </div><div>Compensation   </div><div>RMI compensates based on the level and requirements of the role. Salary within our ranges may also be determined by experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as required by the role, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary range for this position is $54,000 to $67,000 (USD). You would also have an additional 5% bonus target! </div><div>    </div><div>Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion  </div><div>At RMI, our mission is to build a clean, prosperous, and secure energy future for all. For this to happen, every single person needs to be a stakeholder in the energy transition. Recruiting, hiring, mentoring, and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve is critical to our success. We need the widest range of perspectives to understand the systems we are trying to change. That doesn’t just mean bringing a diverse team to the table; it also means working proactively to give all job seekers and employees equitable experiences. Visit our <a href="https://rmi.org/diversity-equity-inclusion/">DEI page</a> for more information on our DEI initiatives and commitments.   </div><div> </div><div>All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.      </div></div>RMI is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Benefits Senior Specialist

Job Description:Are you an administrative professional with exceptional organizational and communication skills? Are you able to manage several responsibilities/deadlines at a time, while ensuring exceptional accuracy and attention to detail? Are you a proactive problem solver who can anticipate challenges and opportunities in advance? Do you have strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to teamwork, while also being able to work independently? Do you enjoy the administrative challenges of supporting executive-level individuals? If yes, then join our team!Program Overview:RMI is an organization recognized for thought leadership in clean energy and climate solutions in India. Ongoing work focuses on the transport, buildings, and electricity sectors and involves technical assistance and policy advising at the national level and the design and facilitation of pilot projects at the state and city levels alongside leading industry players.Position Overview: As a Program Assistant, you will serve as the liaison between RMI India leadership and internal and external contacts including business partners and donors. Additionally, you will assist with the day-to-day operations of the RMI India team. This role will work in close collaboration with both a US-based and Southeast Asia-based RMI staff. Specifically, you will closely collaborate and partner with program leadership, the India Program Operations Manager, and the India Program Operations Lead. This role reports to the Managing Director of the India program.Your responsibilities: Administrative support for RMI India Program leadership: <ul><li>Manage individual calendars for Program Leadership, as well as shared programmatic calendars.  </li><li>Ensure Leadership is prepared for meetings and engagements by providing necessary information, reserving preparation time, and scheduling preparation meetings as necessary.  </li><li>Streamline communication and serve as the primary point of contact for Leadership with both internal and external stakeholders.  </li><li>Submit timesheets and expense reports on time and maintain associated documentation.  </li><li>Submit invoices monthly for approval and processing.</li><li>Understand priorities and commitments of Leadership and can adjust seamlessly, proactively, and with little advance notice.  </li><li>Handle daily requests from Leadership and follow up in a timely and professional manner.  </li></ul>Administrative coordination for RMI:<ul><li>Support with day-to-day administrative functions such as scheduling of conference rooms, support with event organization, catering and other set up for events and high-level meetings, and printing and collation of program materials.</li><li>Manage travel and hotel bookings for large events or high-level visits.</li><li>Coordinate local transportation for high-level visits and large events.</li><li>Maintain supply of RMI India collateral and publications.</li><li>Keep up-to-date documentation of RMI India policies and processes.</li><li>Propose and coordinate team activities and holiday events in coordination with India Program Operations team.</li><li>Managing expense reporting, timesheets, and associated documentation .</li></ul>Minimum Qualifications:<ul><li>Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, or an equivalent combination of education and experience</li><li>Minimum of 3 years as an executive assistant/administrative assistant in a professional environment or as an office coordinator</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and Office suite</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills with advanced fluency in English.</li><li>Experience working with senior staff in various organizations and governments</li><li>Ability to maintain professionalism and strict confidentiality</li><li>Can graciously and efficiently handle unanticipated changes to schedules, plans and workloads</li></ul>Additional Qualifications:<ul><li>Organized, self-­directed, and ambitious</li><li>Excellent customer service skills and mindset</li><li>Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-through</li><li>Excellent judgment and strong triage and decision-making ability</li><li>Ability to interact with staff at all levels, often under pressure, remaining positive, flexible, proactive, resourceful, efficient, and managing multiple, competing demands</li><li>Passion for RMI India’s mission</li><li>Motivation to seek ways to improve systems and processes</li><li>Enthusiastic culture driver</li></ul>Location    We are a remote-ready company with team members around the globe. Our beautiful and welcoming offices are available for meetings or focused work, whether you are travelling through or living nearby. Our U.S. offices are in New York City; Washington DC; Oakland, California; Boulder, Colorado, and Basalt, Colorado. The ideal candidate will be based in Southeast Asia. We provide you with the essential IT equipment to ensure you have a comfortable home office set-up. We love seeing each other in person! We occasionally gather for shared time together like retreats and learning experiences. Be ready to travel for occasional in-person meetings (and of course, we cover travel costs). Some roles may require more travel, which will be discussed during the hiring process.Benefits and Compensation:<ul><li>We offer a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package, including:</li></ul><ul><li>Medical insurance allowance</li><li>Professional and personal development</li><li>Parental leave</li><li>Casual work environment</li></ul>Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion      At RMI, our mission is to build a clean, prosperous, and secure energy future for all. For this to happen, every single person needs to be a stakeholder in the energy transition. Recruiting, hiring, mentoring, and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve is critical to our success. We need the widest range of perspectives to understand the systems we are trying to change. That doesn’t just mean bringing a diverse team to the table; it also means working proactively to give all job seekers and employees equitable experiences. Visit our <a href="https://rmi.org/diversity-equity-inclusion/">DEI page</a> for more information on our DEI initiatives and commitments.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.  About RMI RMI is an independent, non-partisan, nonprofit organization of experts across disciplines working to accelerate the clean energy transition and improve lives. Since our founding in 1982 by Amory Lovins, RMI’s chairman emeritus, we continue to grow and have a global reach and reputation.For 40 years, RMI has utilized our unique techno-economic expertise and whole-system thinking to publish groundbreaking research and analysis. We bring together collaborations of rare reach, range, and expertise—creating unconventional partnerships and mobilizing action to drive change on the massive scale needed to combat the climate crisis.RMI is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Program Assistant - India Program

Job Description:Position Overview  The Development team at RMI is seeking an experienced Development Lead – Multilateral/Bilateral with exceptional organizational, project management, and communication skills. This position will support frontline fundraisers managing multi-million dollar portfolios in the international public sector, including multilateral and bilateral aid agencies. The right candidate will be proactive and able to work independently to drive processes and keep momentum.The Development Lead – Multilateral/Bilateral will drive several critical processes on behalf of our fundraising team, including: project managing successful proposals, coordinating reports and ongoing stewardship materials, assisting with funder data and management, and maintaining momentum behind ongoing activities and external relationships. This person will coordinate with programmatic and operational staff across RMI while building effective relationships with key internal and external stakeholders. This position requires a cover letter. Only applicants who submit a cover letter will be considered for the role. Cover letters should be submitted along with resumes when applying.Key Responsibilities <ul><li>Under the direction of fundraisers, manage proposal development processes, including: <ul><li>Coordinating among RMI teams including program staff and accounting team;</li><li>Setting realistic timelines and ensuring deadlines are met;</li><li>Managing workflows and securing approvals for materials including proposal narratives and budgets, and ensuring high attention-to-detail of the complete proposal package against donor requirements.</li></ul></li><li>Track upcoming funder reports, coordinate with program teams to develop narrative reports, coordinate with finance team on financial reports, and work with fundraisers to design and execute comprehensive stewardship plans. </li><li>Support fundraisers in key meetings with donors and external stakeholders, and manage follow up. </li><li>Maintain high-quality and up-to-date data in Salesforce and Sharepoint </li><li>Liaison between the program team and RMI’s operational departments </li><li>Additional responsibilities, as required. </li></ul>Specific to Public Sector accounts:  <ul><li>Serve as a resource for teams to ensure consistency, quality assurance, and completeness of grant and fee-for-service proposals to multilateral and bilateral partners </li><li>Under the direction of the Director - Multilateral/Bilateral, track and own processes such as driving new institutional policies, data collection and management as needed to support RMI projects funded by multilateral and bilateral partners </li><li>Assist in interpreting proposal requirements of major bilateral and multilateral aid agencies such as the World Bank or UN, and work together with the Development Officer and program teams to meet those requirements</li><li>Assist with securing or managing RMI’s registrations with international organizations and networks </li><li>Lead research into new bilateral or multilateral funds for international development and climate change, and evaluate against their potential to RMI programming </li></ul>Minimum Qualifications: <ul><li>Bachelor's degree in International Development, International Relations, Energy, or a related field from an accredited college or university, or an equivalent combination of education and experience </li><li>A minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in administration, operations, project management or related</li><li>Experience in fundraising and/or proposal development  for multilateral and bilateral aid agencies</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office software skills </li><li>Proven organization skills and flexibility when it comes to balancing priorities </li><li>Attention to detail and exceptional accuracy  </li></ul>This position requires a cover letter. Only applicants who submit a cover letter will be considered for the role. Cover letters should be submitted along with resumes when applying.Additional Qualifications: <ul><li>Excellent writing and editing skills </li><li>Interest in philanthropy and international development </li><li>Background or experience in energy and/or climate change</li><li>Proactive, can-do attitude and the ability to anticipate need </li><li>Familiarity with major global institutions and their processes such as World Bank, UN, bilateral aid agencies, etc.</li><li>Interest in international development</li><li>Strong team and interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently </li><li>Experience working with senior staff in various organizations and governments </li><li>Experience with Salesforce </li><li>Ability to manage stakeholder relationships </li><li>Strong verbal and written communications skills </li><li>Demonstrable problem-solving skills </li><li>Ability to effectively multitask </li><li>Good judgment and strong decision-making ability </li></ul>Compensation:RMI compensates based on the level and requirements of the role. Salary within our ranges may also be determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as required by the role, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary for this role is in between $76,030 to $93,707. You would also have an additional 5% bonus target!Benefits RMI provides a comprehensive benefits package that will be based upon the statutory benefits per country of residence.Diversity   Increasing the diversity of thought, perspectives, ideas, and opinions within RMI is a critical change element supporting our long-term sustainability and mission to build a clean, prosperous, and secure energy future. We strive for a level of diversity that reflects the communities we serve. Achieving this—regardless of ability, race, ethnicity, ancestry, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, veteran status, socioeconomic class, educational attainment, or other social identities—is critical to the success of each RMIer and collectively as an organization. This ensures that we: <ul><li>Have the different array of thinking that comes from diverse backgrounds and cultures, enabling us to solve some of the world’s greatest challenges. </li><li>Strive for a culture of inclusion and belonging by treating others with dignity, respect and appreciation enabling them to feel welcomed, supported and valued. </li><li>Effectively connect, communicate and build long-lasting relationships with decision makers, stakeholders and constituents within diverse communities. </li></ul>Rocky Mountain Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.         About Rocky Mountain Institute Rocky Mountain Institute transforms global energy use to create a clean, prosperous, and secure low-carbon future. That is our mission. That is our passion. And every day, every member of our team of nearly 250 works relentlessly to achieve it. We are driving the global energy transition from fossil fuels to efficiency and renewable by working in partnership with businesses, communities, institutions, and entrepreneurs to advance market-based solutions. We achieve this by developing breakthrough ideas, testing and refining them, reshaping markets, and bringing solutions to scale. RMI is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with an annual budget of $70 million and offices in Basalt and Boulder, Colorado; New York City; Oakland, California; Washington, D.C.; and Beijing, China.RMI is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Development Operations Lead - Multilateral & Bilateral

Job Description:Job SummaryRMI is seeking an Accounting Coordinator who will serve a key support role on the Accounting team and across the organization. Reporting to the Assistant Controller and working closely with other RMI staff, you will be responsible for assisting in all areas of Core Accounting, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and general ledger accounting. The ideal candidate is detail oriented with the ability to multi-task and work independently as well as in a team environment. The ideal candidate is customer service oriented with the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple teams.<h2>This role is a hybrid position that requires one day a week on-site at the Boulder, Colorado office. </h2>Responsibilities<ul><li>Act as administrator for RMI’s corporate credit card program</li><li>Process supplier invoices. Ensure required supporting documentation has been obtained including proper authorization of payment and coding of the expense</li><li>Review incoming employee expense reports. Check all receipts and accompanying detail, ensure account coding is accurate and verify expense reports adhere to the travel &amp; expense policy</li><li>Act as functional lead for Workday expenses module</li><li>Research and resolve supplier invoice and employee expense report discrepancies and issues</li><li>Request and verify tax documentation from suppliers</li><li>Correspond with suppliers and respond to inquiries</li><li>Work in partnership with project management staff to troubleshoot any issues with supplier invoice and employee expense report submission</li><li>Assist with Accounts Receivable, including collections and customer invoicing</li><li>Process incoming receipts, review for accuracy and completeness. Ensure proper documentation is filed.</li><li>Collaborate with Development on reconciliation of donation receipts</li><li>Record restricted customer invoices, create Gift worktag as necessary</li><li>Collaborate with Grants Management team on creation of Gift worktags. Ensure proper documentation is filed. </li><li>Provide backup for recording manual journal entries in Workday</li><li>Provide backup support for all core accounting staff</li><li>Provide back-up and support the supplier onboarding process by sending out supplier onboarding forms</li><li>Provide back-up and support the procurement process by vetting suppliers and entering in new suppliers, entering key contract information, and setting up POs.</li><li>Maintain financial security by following internal accounting controls and procedures</li><li>Other projects needed by the accounting team as they arise</li><li>Work from Boulder office once a week to handle check deposit scanning, scanning back-up, and filing</li><li>Act as backup for the Boulder Office Manager as needed</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Experience in a transaction processing role (either Accounts Payable or Accounts Receivable) preferred</li><li>Detail and service oriented with excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills</li><li>Flexible and able to work in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Thrives in a collaborative environment</li><li>Excellent problem solving skills</li><li>Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and Word</li><li>Workday experience preferred</li><li>Candidates located near our Boulder, CO office are preferred</li></ul>LocationWe are a remote-ready organization with team members around the globe. Our beautiful and welcoming offices are available for meetings or focused work, whether you are traveling through or living nearby. Our U.S. offices are in New York City; Washington DC; Oakland, California; Boulder, Colorado; and Basalt, Colorado. This role must be located in Boulder, Colorado and includes the ability to work a hybrid work schedule.We provide you with the essential IT equipment plus a one-time home technology payment and a monthly work from home/commuter allowance to ensure you have a comfortable home office set up and necessary supplies.   We love seeing each other in person! We occasionally gather for shared time together like retreats and learning experiences. Be ready to travel for occasional in-person meetings (and of course, we cover travel costs). This role may be expected to travel for team events which occur approximately twice a year.Compensation    RMI compensates based on the level and requirements of the role. Compensation within our ranges may also be determined by experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as required by the role, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The hourly range for this position is $20.68-$25.48. You would also have an additional 5% bonus target!  Benefits     We offer a comprehensive benefits package adjusted to regional norms, including (for U.S. employment): <ul><li>Medical, dental, vision insurance  </li><li>403b retirement options (up to 5% match immediately)   </li><li>Life, AD&amp;D, short-term and long-term disability</li><li>Professional and personal development (including LinkedIn Learning access)   </li><li>Generous paid time off  </li><li>Parental leave   </li><li>Work from home and commuter allowance</li></ul>Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion      Increasing the diversity of thought, perspectives, ideas and opinions within RMI is a critical change element supporting our long-term sustainability and mission to build a clean, prosperous, and secure energy future.     We strive for a level of diversity that reflects the communities we serve. Achieving this—regardless of ability, race, ethnicity, ancestry, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, veteran status, socioeconomic class, educational attainment or other social identities—is critical to the success of each RMIer and collectively as an organization. This ensures that we:   <ul><li>Have the different array of thinking that comes from diverse backgrounds and cultures, enabling us to solve some of the world’s greatest challenges.   </li><li>Strive for a culture of inclusion and belonging by treating others with dignity, respect and appreciation enabling them to feel welcomed, supported and valued.   </li><li>Effectively connect, communicate and build long-lasting relationships with decision makers, stakeholders and constituents within diverse communities.   </li></ul>All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.        RMI is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Accounting Coordinator

Job Description:<div><div>Do you love solving challenging problems, thinking about systemic change, and working in high-performing teams? Do you also have the self-motivation, curiosity, creativity, and ability to persuade others toward meaningful results? Do you have a passion for making the world a better place? If yes, then please apply for this exciting opportunity in RMI’s global Climate Finance team! </div><div>Program Overview  </div><div>Expectations about the role of private financial institutions in shaping a sustainable planet have evolved rapidly and have now converged on the notion of climate alignment—aligning financial decision-making with globally-agreed upon climate goals. While climate alignment is a powerful theory, implementation poses daunting challenges. Rocky Mountain Institute’s <a href="https://climatealignment.org/">Center for Climate-Aligned Finance </a>was established as an “engine room” to help private financial institutions develop practical and scalable solutions to the barriers to climate alignment. The Center’s work is fast paced but is balanced by a supportive and friendly team culture.  </div><div>Position Overview: </div><div>RMI’s Center for Climate-Aligned Finance is seeking a Senior Associate to join its growing team.  </div><div>Specifically, we are looking to hire an individual to oversee our workstreams on sector-specific transition frameworks and transition finance, with a particular focus on the oil and gas sector. The successful candidate will oversee the team’s efforts to understand and ultimately shape how financial institutions integrate climate risk considerations into their oil and gas business while enabling the sector’s transition. The successful candidate will also collaborate with other RMI experts on oil and gas to embed climate into financial decision-making. </div><div>We are looking for an individual with a strong technical understanding of the sector. An important component of this is a deep understanding of sectoral decarbonization pathways, existing target-setting and transition assessment frameworks, and data. Knowledge of finance is also favored. This knowledge and expertise will be harnessed to engage directly with global financial institutions, standard-setting bodies, experts, and industry. The Candidate will work closely with the Center leadership team and will provide creative problem solving using quantitative and analytical abilities to generate insights for how financial institutions might engage and collaborate with the oil and gas sector on the transition. Candidates should possess strong communications skills across various platforms (writing, presentations, and verbal) and be comfortable with supporting relationship-building with stakeholder management with stakeholders with a wide range of viewpoints.  </div><div>Core responsibilities: </div><div><ul><li>Provide quantitative analysis and modelling of industrial sector processes. </li><li>Locate and manage high quality data that sheds new light on problems and solutions. </li><li>Understand and explain implications of complex energy-system and climate modeling used by financial institutions (e.g., the International Energy Agency’s Net Zero by 2050 Scenario). </li><li>Synthesize recommendations into clear and compelling presentations and written reports. </li><li>Present qualitative and quantitative information in various formats for audiences with varied levels of technical expertise. </li><li>Engage with external experts (both technical and non-technical) via interviews, conferences, etc.  </li></ul></div><div> </div></div><div><div><div>Minimum Qualifications </div></div></div><div><div><ul><li>Graduate degree or undergraduate degree with equivalent experience in a relevant field such as finance, economics, business, or public policy is required. </li><li>5+ years of work and demonstrated sector-specific and climate expertise is required; work on financial institutions is a plus. </li><li>Familiarity with the basics of carbon accounting and development of emissions metrics </li><li>Ability to conduct detail-oriented work examining complex flows of information. </li><li>Ability and desire to learn quickly and a strong capacity to work with technical concepts.  </li><li>Ability to design, create, and run Excel-based models. </li><li>Keen interest in shaping the role of private financial institutions in proactively supporting decarbonization.  </li><li>Demonstrated track record of thought leadership—an ability to turn complicated concepts into compelling narratives tailored to specific audiences. </li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills. </li><li>Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and follow-through. </li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment. </li></ul></div><div> </div><div>Location:  </div><div>Remote, with a preference for Eastern Time zone; candidate must be willing to be flexible with working hours if outside of EST.  </div><div>Compensation: </div><div>The salary range for a new Senior Associate is typically $84,000 to $96,000, dependent on experience. You would also have a 5% bonus target!  </div><div>Benefits   </div><div>We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:   </div><div><ul><li>Medical, dental, vision insurance   </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>403b retirement options (5% match immediately)   </li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li>Life, AD&amp;D, short-term and long-term disability   </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Professional and personal development (including LinkedIn Learning access)   </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Generous paid time off  </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Parental leave   </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Commuter and wellness benefits   </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Casual work environment   </li></ul></div><div>   </div><div>Diversity     </div><div>Increasing the diversity of thought, perspectives, ideas and opinions within RMI is a critical change element supporting our long-term sustainability and mission to build a clean, prosperous, and secure energy future.   </div><div> </div><div>We strive for a level of diversity that reflects the communities we serve. Achieving this—regardless of ability, race, ethnicity, ancestry, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, veteran status, socioeconomic class, educational attainment or other social identities—is critical to the success of each RMIer and collectively as an organization. This ensures that we:   </div><div><ul><li>Have the different array of thinking that comes from diverse backgrounds and cultures, enabling us to solve some of the world’s greatest challenges.   </li><li>Strive for a culture of inclusion and belonging by treating others with dignity, respect and appreciation enabling them to feel welcomed, supported and valued.   </li><li>Effectively connect, communicate and build long-lasting relationships with decision makers, stakeholders and constituents within diverse communities.   </li></ul></div><div> </div><div> Rocky Mountain Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer.   </div><div>About Rocky Mountain Institute   </div><div>Rocky Mountain Institute transforms global energy use to create a clean, prosperous, and secure low-carbon future. That is our mission. That is our passion. And every day, every member of our team of nearly 250 works relentlessly to achieve it. We are driving the global energy transition from fossil fuels to efficiency and renewables by working in partnership with businesses, communities, institutions, and entrepreneurs to advance market-based solutions. We achieve this by developing breakthrough ideas, testing and refining them, reshaping markets, and bringing solutions to scale. RMI is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with an annual budget of $70 million and offices in Basalt and Boulder, Colorado; New York City; Oakland, California; Washington, D.C.; and Beijing, China. </div></div>RMI is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Senior Associate, Oil and Gas - Climate Finance

Job Description:<div><div>Development Officer - Multilateral/Bilateral and Government Relationships  </div><div>We are hiring an energetic, mission-focused development professional skilled at building both internal and external relationships to maximize funding opportunities and build operational capacity to secure government, bilateral and multilateral funding at RMI.    </div><div>The Development Officer will be responsible for the development and management of a portfolio primarily of current and prospective government, bilateral and multilateral funders.  This includes working with programmatic staff to build relationship strategy and cases for support, and building and leveraging key relationships and contacts within and outside of the organization’s network. The Development Officer will be a key contributor to RMI’s Development and Fundraising Team and will be essential to the achievement of the organization’s fundraising goals.  </div><div>Individuals in this position must have high attention to detail and be able to work as a leader or in a support role as needed to secure and steward major funding relationships. The individual should be willing and able to perform both the creative thinking for donor strategies, and the due diligence to ensure eligibility and responsible stewardship for these funding relationships. Prior experience navigating USAID-related funding streams would be highly valued. He just needs to show you where to look to ensure that the notification goes out to IT. </div><div>This position requires a cover letter. Only applicants who submit a cover letter will be considered for the role. Cover letters should be submitted along with resumes when applying.</div><div>RESPONSIBILITIES  </div><div><ul><li>Advance individual and organizational relationships that result in grant or investment contributions for RMI to develop and scale our global programs.   </li><li>Represent RMI at international convenings to cultivate funding opportunities and strategic partnerships.   </li><li>Support programmatic teams and leadership to understand the qualifications required in specific funding opportunities, and collaborate with core operating units as they develop systems, controls, and processes to manage restricted funding according to donor requirements.   </li><li>Research funding opportunities, key milestones, and dates, and manage the inquiry process with partnership teams.  </li><li>Develop proposals with internal and external teams.  </li><li>Work with and manage cross-team collaborations to create compelling proposals, cultivate new prospects, and steward existing funders.   </li><li>Use Salesforce database to document moves management process and provide accurate relationship status and financial projections for portfolio.  </li><li>Work collaboratively with RMI program teams to gain a comprehensive understanding of RMI’s work and build strong working relationships with program leaders.  </li><li>Interpret proposal technical and operational requirements and engage key players to ensure compliance.  </li><li>Prepare communications and materials, design meeting content, and coordinate activities with program colleagues as needed.  </li><li>Serve as an active member of the Development and Fundraising Team and perform other duties as required or assigned.   </li></ul></div><div> </div><div>MINIMUM AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS  </div></div><div><div><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in environmental field, public administration, international relations, or related field.  </li><li>Minimum of 5 years work experience in international aid, multilateral funding or with related international development agencies required.  </li><li>Experience cultivating relationships and funding opportunities with USAID and related US entities undertaking international development work preferred. </li><li>Experience working successfully with top-level Executives in a fast-paced environment.  </li><li>Excellent writing and editing skills for the key stakeholders.  </li><li>Understanding of multilateral and bilateral monitoring and evaluation frameworks.  </li><li>For-profit and investment experience would also be desirable, in particular considerable knowledge of fundraising techniques, sources of funding for nonprofit agencies and organizations, or an equivalent combination of experience in corporate sales. </li><li>International work experience required.  </li><li>Ability to travel up to 20% of the time, post-COVID restrictions.  </li></ul></div><div> </div><div>LocationWe are a remote-ready organization with team members around the globe. Our beautiful and welcoming offices are available for meetings or focused work, whether you are traveling through or living nearby. Our U.S. offices are in New York City; Washington DC; Oakland, California; Boulder, Colorado; and Basalt, Colorado. This role can be based in any location within the continental United States or Europe.We provide you with the essential IT equipment plus a one-time home technology payment and a monthly work from home/commuter allowance to ensure you have a comfortable home office set up and necessary supplies.   We love seeing each other in person! We occasionally gather for shared time together like retreats and learning experiences. Be ready to travel for occasional in-person meetings (and of course, we cover travel costs). This role may be expected to travel for team events which occur approximately twice a year.Compensation    RMI compensates based on the level and requirements of the role. Compensation within our ranges may also be determined by experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as required by the role, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary range for this position is $96,645-$119,000. You would also have an additional 10% bonus target!  Benefits     We offer a comprehensive benefits package adjusted to regional norms, including (for U.S. employment): <ul><li>Medical, dental, vision insurance  </li><li>403b retirement options (up to 5% match immediately)   </li><li>Life, AD&amp;D, short-term and long-term disability</li><li>Professional and personal development (including LinkedIn Learning access)   </li><li>Generous paid time off  </li><li>Parental leave   </li><li>Work from home and commuter allowance</li></ul>Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion      Increasing the diversity of thought, perspectives, ideas and opinions within RMI is a critical change element supporting our long-term sustainability and mission to build a clean, prosperous, and secure energy future.     We strive for a level of diversity that reflects the communities we serve. Achieving this—regardless of ability, race, ethnicity, ancestry, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, veteran status, socioeconomic class, educational attainment or other social identities—is critical to the success of each RMIer and collectively as an organization. This ensures that we:   <ul><li>Have the different array of thinking that comes from diverse backgrounds and cultures, enabling us to solve some of the world’s greatest challenges.   </li><li>Strive for a culture of inclusion and belonging by treating others with dignity, respect and appreciation enabling them to feel welcomed, supported and valued.   </li><li>Effectively connect, communicate and build long-lasting relationships with decision makers, stakeholders and constituents within diverse communities.   </li></ul>All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.    </div></div>RMI is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Development Officer, Multilateral/Bilateral

Job Description:<div><div><div><div>POSITION OVERVIEW </div><div>The Development Officer-Foundations is responsible for the development and management of a portfolio of current and potential major donors – primarily foundations. This includes working with programmatic staff to build the fundraising strategy and the case for support while building and leveraging key relationships and contacts within and outside of the organization’s network. The Development Officer - Foundations will be a key contributor to the development team and will be essential to the achievement of the organization’s fundraising goals.  </div><div>RESPONSIBILITIES  </div><div><ul><li>Advance foundation relationships that result in large philanthropic contributions for RMI through strategic engagement, personal in-person and virtual visits, email correspondence, and telephone conversations with prospects and donors.  </li><li>Identify, qualify, solicit and steward a portfolio of several dozen new and prospective foundation accounts capacity to make gifts (from $25,000 to $1,000,000 and more).  </li><li>Provide a high-quality experience for funders and potential funders through education and engagement on RMI’s clean energy program portfolio. </li><li>Act as a fundraising partner to Senior Managers, Directors, and the Senior Director in support of managing major accounts. </li><li>Gather data, assess prospects, and develop strategies designed to realize the current and lifetime giving potential of prospective funders.  </li><li>Work collaboratively with program teams to gain a comprehensive understanding of RMI work and build strong working relationships with program leaders.  </li><li>In partnership with program teams and grant writers, develop compelling proposals, concept notes, and stewardship reports that convey the impact of RMI’s work in easy-to-understand narratives.  </li><li>Build and maintain strong working relationships with program and operations leaders; serve as a lead Development point of contact for 1-2 programs. </li><li>Use Salesforce database to document moves management process and provide accurate relationship status and financial projections for portfolio.  </li><li>Review grant budgets to ensure that proposed deliverables align with program budgets.  </li><li>Prepare meeting briefings, strategic planning for meeting goals and roles, and prepare communications and materials, designing meeting content, and coordinate activities with program and finance colleagues.  </li><li>Serve as an active member of the development team; support the implementation of the development team’s short- and long-term objectives; engage with the development team by attending staff meetings, serving on special task forces, participating in development-program meetings, and understanding and contributing to development strategy and overall mission.  </li><li>Perform other duties as required or assigned.    </li></ul></div><div>QUALIFICATIONS  </div></div><div><div><ul><li>Bachelor’s Degree </li><li>5-10 years work experience in non-profit development and/or relationship management, with a track record of successful solicitation of philanthropic gifts.   </li><li>At least 5 years' experience fundraising from foundations. </li><li>Track record of successfully raising at least 5-figure gifts from foundations. </li><li>Experience writing winning grant applications or proposals. </li><li>Experience working successfully with top level Executives in a fast-paced environment.  </li><li>Experience working in environment, climate or energy field strongly desired. </li><li>International experience preferred but not required.  </li><li>Ability to travel up to 25% of the time    </li></ul></div><div>GENERAL </div><div><ul><li>Knowledge of RMI’s mission and objectives as well as the principles and practices of non-profit organizations.  </li><li>Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.  </li><li>Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with funding partners, RMI staff, Board members, community groups and other associated agencies.  </li><li>Able to navigate and understand a complicated funding environment with the flexibility to change course quickly with a positive attitude     </li><li>Ability to manage multiple complex and nuanced projects at the same time on deadline </li><li>Submitting a writing sample will be required as part of the hiring process. </li></ul>​<div><div>LocationWe are a remote-ready organization with team members around the globe. Our beautiful and welcoming offices are available for meetings or focused work, whether you are traveling through or living nearby. Our U.S. offices are in New York City; Washington DC; Oakland, California; Boulder, Colorado; and Basalt, Colorado. This role can be located anywhere in the continental United States.We provide you with the essential IT equipment plus a one-time home technology payment and a monthly work from home/commuter allowance to ensure you have a comfortable home office set up and necessary supplies.   We love seeing each other in person! We occasionally gather for shared time together like retreats and learning experiences. Be ready to travel for occasional in-person meetings (and of course, we cover travel costs). This role may be expected to travel for team events which occur approximately twice a year.Compensation    RMI compensates based on the level and requirements of the role. Salary within our ranges may also be determined by experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as required by the role, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary range for this position is $96,645-$119,000. You would also have an additional 10% bonus target!  To apply, you must provide a cover letter and resume.Benefits     We offer a comprehensive benefits package adjusted to regional norms, including (for U.S. employment): <ul><li>Medical, dental, vision insurance  </li><li>403b retirement options (up to 5% match immediately)   </li><li>Life, AD&amp;D, short-term and long-term disability</li><li>Professional and personal development (including LinkedIn Learning access)   </li><li>Generous paid time off  </li><li>Parental leave   </li><li>Work from home and commuter allowance</li></ul>Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion      Increasing the diversity of thought, perspectives, ideas and opinions within RMI is a critical change element supporting our long-term sustainability and mission to build a clean, prosperous, and secure energy future.     We strive for a level of diversity that reflects the communities we serve. Achieving this—regardless of ability, race, ethnicity, ancestry, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, veteran status, socioeconomic class, educational attainment or other social identities—is critical to the success of each RMIer and collectively as an organization. This ensures that we:   <ul><li>Have the different array of thinking that comes from diverse backgrounds and cultures, enabling us to solve some of the world’s greatest challenges.   </li><li>Strive for a culture of inclusion and belonging by treating others with dignity, respect and appreciation enabling them to feel welcomed, supported and valued.   </li><li>Effectively connect, communicate and build long-lasting relationships with decision makers, stakeholders and constituents within diverse communities.   </li></ul>All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.        </div></div></div></div></div></div>RMI is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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