Manager, Climate Resilience

Description

About the Center for Climate and Energy Solutions (C2ES): Our mission is to secure a safe and stable climate by accelerating the transition to a thriving, just, and resilient low-carbon economy. We are widely recognized as an influential voice on climate issues, a trusted convener, and a credible source of expertise and analysis. We work closely with international climate negotiators, federal, state, and local policymakers, executives of Fortune 500 businesses, and a wide range of other stakeholders to advance strong policy and action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, promote clean energy, and strengthen resilience to climate impacts. C2ES is an independent, nonpartisan, nonprofit organization.

Our organizational values: We are ambitious and practical, advancing effective solutions that push the boundaries of the achievable. We are open-minded and inclusive, seeking out and considering a wide range of voices, views, and approaches. We are people-focused, dedicated to improving human well-being and recognizing that respect and empathy are central to success. We are one team, working collaboratively, communicating openly, making ourselves accessible to each other, and treating one another with kindness and respect.

Requirements

The Manager, Climate Resilience, will play a key role to support and deliver the Climate Resilient Communities Accelerator, a multi-year initiative to collaboratively address critical climate hazards, align public and private resources, and identify opportunities for policy innovation and economic development in target regions across the United States. The Manager will help shape, guide, and execute the Accelerator program by engaging a broad range of stakeholders, planning and facilitating events, developing strategic outreach and communications, and collaborating with other experts at C2ES. The Manager will report to the Senior Manager of Resilience Programs and Policy and work closely with the Director for Climate Resilience and Sustainability and other staff on select policy and program areas.

Major responsibilities: 

Lead key elements to delivery and expand C2ES’s Climate Resilient Communities Accelerator (Accelerator) program as follows:? 

• Manage the program’s tasks and activities by identifying and tracking deliverables, ensuring the team adheres to timelines, and ensuring high -quality outputs. 

• Manage planning and execution of Accelerator events, including developing an agenda, giving presentations, facilitating group discussions, and logistical support 

• Advance the strategic trajectory of each regional Accelerator, driving activities and stakeholders toward measurable outcomes, which include convening and activating stakeholders, identifying and advancing key strategies, supporting new partnerships, and highlighting insights to a national audience 

• Use the best available information to clearly communicate key climate adaptation concepts, including hazards, economic and social impacts, and resilience strategies 

• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective stakeholders from local and Tribal governments, academia, nonprofits, community-based organizations, private businesses, and state and federal agencies, to align goals and identify cross-cutting strategies 

• Conduct research for and draft high-quality written reports, blogs, presentations, talking points, and online materials that summarize information on climate resilience and the Accelerator, in coordination with C2ES’s Communications, Advocacy, and Development staff  

• Contribute to grant proposals and reporting requirements, and conduct research for, and identify, opportunities to improve and grow the Accelerator program to reach new regions and leverage participants from previous regions 

• Represent C2ES in virtual and in-person convenings, conferences, and partner coalitions 

• Meet and communicate with stakeholders across U.S. time zones  

• May supervise staff and external contractors or consultants  

• Meet C2ES’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) expectations: 

• Participate in monthly DEI all-staff meetings, where staff can interact and learn about different topics provided by the C2ES Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) council 

• Demonstrate commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment 

• Complete company trainings assigned during onboarding and on a yearly basis 

• Travel required (within United States), up to 30% 

Qualifications and Skills: 

• Working expertise of climate-related hazards, physical impacts, and adaptation strategies, and how communities and organizations can increase their resilience taking an interdisciplinary approach (e.g., considering social, economic, and environmental factors) 

• Excellent outreach, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to navigate complex resilience challenges and work collaboratively across diverse stakeholders (e.g., local and Tribal governments, academia, nonprofits, businesses, state, and federal agencies) 

• Demonstrated project management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks, meet critical deadlines, and support event planning, logistics, and stakeholder involvement, including identifying key stakeholders and representatives who should be involved in the discussion or decision-making process; Familiarity with and experience using any project management tools. 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including strong presentation skills and ability to distill complex information into clear presentation decks, documents and other communication materials geared to non-expert audiences 

• Strong ability to think strategically, listen actively, problem-solve, and drive discussions toward actionable outcomes 

• Team player, flexible, collaborative, and willing to pitch in at all levels  

• BA and 4-7 years of relevant experience; Master’s/JD and 2-4 years of relevant experience; or equivalent experience. Degrees in environmental science, earth science, climate science, sustainability, policy, urban planning, engineering, design, social sciences, public administration, interdisciplinary programs, or related fields preferred.  

** To apply, please upload two things: a cover letter and resume to our website.  

Starting Salary Range: $80,000-$100,000 depending on experience and qualifications. 

Reporting to: Senior Manager of Resilience Programs and Policy 

Employment Status: Full time, benefits-eligible; exempt from overtime. 

Benefits Offered: 

• Health Insurance. C2ES covers 80% of the health insurance premiums. 

• Dental Insurance. C2ES covers 100% of the total cost of the dental plan.

• Vision Insurance: Employee covers the total cost of this plan. 

• Long- and Short-Term Disability. 

• FSA. 

• Group Life insurance and Voluntary Life insurance. 

• Leave Time: New employees start with 3 weeks' vacation per year. 

• Sick time: up to 10 days per year. 

• Personal Leave: Up to two personal leave days. 

• FMLA Leave: Case by case is evaluated by the Supervisor and HR. 

• Parental Leave 

• Holidays: C2ES observes several holidays during the year. Additionally, the organization closes the last week of year. 

• 5% C2ES contribution towards 403b retirement Plan. 

• Hybrid and flexible environment. 

Travel, Time & Location Requirements: C2ES operates a hybrid work environment from our main office in Washington, DC. We will consider remote applicants for this position who can attend week-long quarterly all-hands meetings in the Washington, DC metro area and travel as needed to fulfill their job responsibilities. Moderate domestic travel for Accelerator events and conferences is required. Candidates must have the right to work in the United States. 

We are fully committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice. We believe we will only be effective in developing and advocating for climate solutions if we have a diverse range of voices and perspectives represented within C2ES, in our work, and among our partners. C2ES is committed to creating and growing a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion within our organization and among the stakeholders we collaborate with and convene. By fostering this culture, we can enhance our work and amplify our impact. We encourage individuals of all races, ethnicities, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, sexual identities, and abilities to apply for this position. For more on C2ES's DEIJ policy, visit: https://www.c2es.org/about/diversity-equity-inclusion-and-justice/