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About the Organization CLASP’s mission is to improve the energy and environmental performance of the appliances & equipment we use every day, accelerating our transition to a more sustainable world. We serve as the leading international voice and resource for appliance energy efficiency policies and market acceleration initiatives. From advancing the off-grid solar technologies, bringing power to energy-impoverished people, to cutting the catastrophic climate impacts of air conditioning, CLASP programs increase uptake of affordable, low-impact, high-quality appliances. Learn more about our programs. We’re mission-driven , impacts-focused, and committed to a culture of diversity, transparency, and collaboration. See our Team Page to learn more about our organization.   Coordinator, Clean Energy Access CLASP is seeking experienced and motivated professionals with an interest and/or background in energy access, international development, policy, and/or engineering to help us execute our portfolio of clean energy access initiatives. Central among these is an ambitious new research and innovation program known as Low-Energy Inclusive Appliances (LEIA), which focuses on accelerating off- and weak-grid markets for highly efficient appliances. LEIA is funded by the United Kingdom’s Department for International Development and will support a suite of high-impact market development, technical, policy, research, and innovation interventions. Importantly, LEIA will support a variety of existing energy access programs, including but not limited to: The Efficiency for Access (E4A) Coalition : Initially a year-long awareness-raising campaign by Global LEAP, the E4A Coalition is being extended and expanded to function as the coordinating framework and knowledge hub for LEIA as well as efforts by affiliated partner organizations. The E4A Coalition is being envisioned as a partnership of like-motivated development and donor institutions collaborating on policy, market, and research activities and interventions, as well as a coordinating, convening, and knowledge-sharing platform for non-donor stakeholders and partners. The Lighting Global Quality Assurance Framework : This is a highly effective third-party certification and market development program for off-grid lighting products, including solar lanterns and solar home system kits. The Global LEAP Off-Grid Appliance Data Platform : This program is a rather straightforward but high-impact effort to test off-grid appliances according to international laboratory best practices, aggregate and share the data, and work with global stakeholders, including investors, policymakers, manufacturers, and purchasers, to interpret and use the data. The Global LEAP Awards & Off-Grid Appliance Procurement Incentives Program : This program couples the  Global LEAP Outstanding Off-Grid Appliance Awards  with  results-based financing procurement incentives  to drive best-in-class appliances into emerging off-grid markets. The program also features a variety of other market development activities, such as policy technical assistance and market research, and a robust monitoring and evaluation framework. The program launched in 2016 in Bangladesh, and it is expanding to East Africa in Autumn 2017. The Coordinators will work as part of a dynamic international team to contribute to the success of LEIA and related initiatives. They will work collaboratively with CLASP team members in the United States, Bangladesh, East Africa, India, and Europe, as well as a wide network of international partners and program stakeholders. They will help to create, measure, and report LEIA/E4A programmatic impacts, and will be responsible for a wide and diverse range of activities related to the development and execution of programmatic, organizational, and energy access goals. The ideal candidates will be able to demonstrate skill and success in some of the following areas: knowledge about appliance energy efficiency, enabling technologies, and product markets and supply chains as related to energy access; excellent people skills; effective project management, execution, and/or administration; coordination of productive and collegial institutional partnerships; experience contributing to effective published resources and materials; effective verbal and written communications about technical topics to both subject matter experts and laypeople; extraordinary commitment to impacts, results, and world-class work product; and a sense of humor. Box checkers need not apply. Creative, open-minded, innovative self-starters welcome.   Primary Duties and Responsibilities Help maintain and improve program infrastructure : Collaborate with global team members on the scoping, design, and execution of a complex, fast-moving project portfolio. Coordinate! Collaborate! Repeat!  Work with CLASP colleagues, partners, stakeholders, sub-contractors, and grantees around the world to develop and implement programs, projects, and research efforts. Support program outreach, communications, and reporting : Help CLASP build support among key constituents – including industry leaders, academic institutions, trade associations, government decision makers, and donor organizations – by conducting a variety of outreach and stakeholder engagement activities. Turn ideas into impact : Take LEIA-, E4A-, and partner-generated knowledge products, resources, and tools, and inspire and facilitate impact-oriented follow-on activity and market/program/policy action. Execute critical program administrative tasks : Manage day-to-day activities that ensure program impacts (e.g., develop and maintain contact databases, respond to or escalate inquiries from external stakeholders, organize video and teleconferences). Liaise with CLASP’s operations team : Ensure timely completion of tasks that require input or approval by the operations team (e.g., contracting, payment of invoices). Stay nimble and collaborative, and keep the big picture in mind : Contribute to and conduct programmatic work within the larger context of partner, sectoral, and CLASP efforts.   Qualifications Two to five years of professional experience in business development and/or program administration; experience in the off-grid clean energy sector or analogous sectors preferred Familiarity with off-grid, rural, or emerging market product distribution and/or supply chains is ideal Time management and outstanding organizational skills with ability to manage multiple tasks at once A strong work ethic is a must Experience working within and collaborating across international, matrixed teams Entrepreneurial approach to designing and executing long-term initiatives, and proactive, nimble, and strategic approach to problem-solving Experience communicating for a climate, energy, or technology sector audience preferred Ability to translate complex technical information to industry, policy, and investor audience required Persuasive and effective communication skills, both verbal and written; exceptional written and spoken English a must An ability to help CLASP establish, build, and continually reinforce confidence in a variety of internal and external stakeholder groups will be essential to success Ability to work from the big picture to the small details Experience working with energy-consuming products, test methods, government standards, and procurement programs preferred Experience overseeing the work of subcontractors strongly preferred Ability to maintain composure, flexibility, and a sense of humor under tight deadlines Strong interpersonal, listening, and critical thinking skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, especially Word and Excel Bachelor's degree required; Graduate degree in a relevant field (e.g., engineering, international relations, development, economics, environmental science) preferred   Compensation and Location The compensation package at CLASP is highly-competitive with international NGOs based in the United States. In addition to salary, the package includes health insurance, unlimited leave, holidays, and a retirement plan. Additionally, CLASP is committed to team members having a work-life balance through its flexible work policy. This position is full-time and based in the organization's Washington, D.C. office.   To Apply CEA Recruiting is assisting CLASP with this search. To be considered for this position, interested candidates must follow the link below to submit a resume, cover letter and salary requirements through CEA’s job portal. Please direct all applications and inquiries to CEA Recruiting. This position will remain open until filled. http://job.ceaconsulting.com/jobs/coordinator-clean-energy-access-washington-district-of-columbia-96316 CLASP is an equal opportunity employer. CEA Recruiting works with leading environmental nonprofits, foundations, and businesses to recruit top talent and design effective organizational staffing strategies. For more information, visit www.cearecruiting.com.

About the Organization CLASP’s mission is to improve the energy and environmental performance of the appliances & equipment we use every day, accelerating our transition to a more sustainable world. We serve as the leading international voice and resource for appliance energy efficiency policies and market acceleration initiatives. From advancing the off-grid solar technologies, bringing power to energy-impoverished people, to cutting the catastrophic climate impacts of air conditioning, CLASP programs increase uptake of affordable, low-impact, high-quality appliances. Learn more about our programs. We’re mission-driven , impacts-focused, and committed to a culture of diversity, transparency, and collaboration. See our Team Page to learn more about our organization.   Associate, Clean Energy Access CLASP is seeking experienced and motivated professionals with an interest and/or background in energy access, international development, policy, and/or engineering to help us execute our portfolio of clean energy access initiatives. Central among these is an ambitious new research and innovation program known as Low-Energy Inclusive Appliances (LEIA), which focuses on accelerating off- and weak-grid markets for highly efficient appliances. LEIA is funded by the United Kingdom’s Department for International Development will support a suite of high-impact market development, technical, policy, research, and innovation interventions. Importantly, LEIA will support a variety of existing energy access programs, including but not limited to: The Efficiency for Access (E4A) Coalition : Initially a year-long awareness-raising campaign by Global LEAP, the E4A Coalition is being extended and expanded to function as the coordinating framework and knowledge hub for LEIA as well as efforts by affiliated partner organizations. The E4A Coalition is being envisioned as a partnership of like-motivated development and donor institutions collaborating on policy, market, and research activities and interventions, as well as a coordinating, convening, and knowledge-sharing platform for non-donor stakeholders and partners. The Lighting Global Quality Assurance Framework : This is a highly effective third-party certification and market development program for off-grid lighting products, including solar lanterns and solar home system kits. The Global LEAP Off-Grid Appliance Data Platform : This program is a rather straightforward but high-impact effort to test off-grid appliances according to international laboratory best practices, aggregate and share the data, and work with global stakeholders, including investors, policymakers, manufacturers, and purchasers, to interpret and use the data. The Global LEAP Awards & Off-Grid Appliance Procurement Incentives Program : This program couples the  Global LEAP Outstanding Off-Grid Appliance Awards  with  results-based financing procurement incentives  to drive best-in-class appliances into emerging off-grid markets. The program also features a variety of other market development activities, such as policy technical assistance and market research, and a robust monitoring and evaluation framework. The program launched in 2016 in Bangladesh, and it is expanding to East Africa in Autumn 2017. The Associates will work as part of a dynamic international team to contribute to the success of LEIA and related initiatives. They will work collaboratively with CLASP team members in the United States, Bangladesh, East Africa, India, and Europe, as well as a wide network of international partners and program stakeholders. They will create, measure, and report LEIA/E4A programmatic impacts, and will be responsible for a wide and diverse range of activities related to the development and execution of programmatic, organizational, and energy access goals. The ideal candidates will be able to demonstrate skill and success in some or all of the following areas: knowledge about appliance energy efficiency, enabling technologies, and product markets and supply chains as related to energy access; excellent people skills; effective project management, execution and/or administration; coordination of productive and collegial institutional partnerships; experience developing effective published resources and materials; effective verbal and written communications about technical topics to both subject matter experts and laypeople; extraordinary commitment to impacts, results, and world-class work product; and a sense of humor. Box checkers need not apply. Creative, open-minded, innovative self-starters welcome.   Primary Duties and Responsibilities Maintain and improve program infrastructure : Collaborate with global team members on the scoping, design, and execution of a complex, fast-moving project portfolio. Coordinate! Collaborate! Repeat! Work with CLASP colleagues, partners, stakeholders, sub-contractors, and grantees around the world to develop and implement programs, projects, and research efforts. Track and monitor programmatic activities and outcomes, intervening wherever necessary to ensure the highest quality and highest impact work. Communicate across interest groups to align and optimize efforts. Establish lasting, productive relationships : Build and coordinate support among key constituents, including industry leaders, academic institutions, trade associations, government decision makers, and donor organizations.  Turn ideas into impact : Take LEIA-, E4A-, and partner-generated knowledge products, resources, and tools, and inspire and facilitate impact-oriented follow-on activity and market/program/policy action. Keep the big picture in mind : Conduct and roll out programmatic work within the larger context of partner, sectoral, and CLASP efforts.   Qualifications Five to ten years of experience in business development and/or program administration; experience in the off-grid clean energy sector or analogous sectors preferred Deep familiarity with off-grid, rural, or emerging market product distribution and/or supply chains is highly preferred Experience working within and collaborating across international, matrixed program teams Deep knowledge of energy access and related issues required Direct experience in partnership/coalition/network framework coordination strongly preferred Entrepreneurial approach to design and execution of long-term initiatives, and proactive, nimble, and strategic approach to problem-solving Experience communicating for a climate, energy, or technology sector audience preferred Ability to translate complex technical information to industry, policy, and investor audience required Highly persuasive and effective communication skills, both verbal and written Exceptional written and spoken English a must An ability to establish, build, and continually reinforce confidence in a variety of internal and external stakeholder groups and constituencies will be essential to success Experience working with energy-consuming products, test methods, government standards, and procurement programs preferred Time management and organizational skills with ability to manage multiple tasks at once A strong work ethic is a must Experience overseeing the work of subcontractors strongly preferred Ability to work from the big picture to the small details Ability to maintain composure, flexibility, and a sense of humor under tight deadlines Strong interpersonal, listening, and critical thinking skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, especially Word and Excel Bachelor's degree required; Graduate degree in a relevant field (e.g., engineering, international relations, development, economics, environmental science) preferred   Compensation and Location The compensation package at CLASP is highly-competitive with international NGOs based in the United States. In addition to salary, the package includes health insurance, unlimited leave, holidays, and a retirement plan. Additionally, CLASP is committed to team members having a work-life balance through its flexible work policy. This position is full-time and based in Washington, DC. Phone calls and/or Skype calls at odd hours should be expected. Frequent global travel will be required.   To Apply CEA Recruiting is assisting CLASP with this search. To be considered for this position, interested candidates must follow the link below to submit a resume, a cover letter, and salary requirements through CEA’s job portal. Please direct all applications and inquiries to CEA Recruiting. This position will remain open until filled. http://job.ceaconsulting.com/jobs/associate-clean-energy-access-washington-district-of-columbia-96310 CLASP is an equal opportunity employer. CEA Recruiting works with leading environmental nonprofits, foundations, and businesses to recruit top talent and design effective organizational staffing strategies. For more information, visit www.cearecruiting.com.

Director, Corporate Clean Energy Leadership Organization Ceres is a sustainability nonprofit organization leading the most influential investors and companies to build leadership and drive solutions throughout the economy. Through our powerful networks and advocacy, we tackle the world’s biggest sustainability challenges, including climate change, water scarcity and pollution, and human rights abuses. For more information about Ceres, please visit our web site ( www.ceres.org ). Description & Responsibilities The Director, Corporate Clean Energy Leadership will coordinate across the organization and with external partners to spur U.S. corporate leadership on clean energy uptake and greenhouse gas emission reductions. The successful applicant will work with Ceres’ Climate & Energy, Company, Investor and Policy Network teams to mobilize companies to make and actualize strong commitments to disclosure of climate risk exposure, renewable energy, energy efficiency/productivity, electric vehicles, and science-based targets for greenhouse gas emission reductions.  The Director will coordinate and measure Ceres’ cross-organizational work to advance corporate clean energy uptake, including direct engagement with Company Network members. The Director will work with Ceres’ Investor Network members to make the business and investor case for companies to embrace bold clean energy and climate commitments, and to spur corporate uptake accordingly. In addition, the Director will play a significant role collaborating with external partners, including a leadership role coordinating a multi-organizational working group focused on spurring U.S. corporate uptake of clean energy and science-based greenhouse gas emission reduction targets. This is an exciting time to be working with some of the nation’s most influential companies and investors to advance solutions to climate change. This is a full-time position, based in our Boston office and will report to the Vice President, Climate & Energy.  Specific duties include, but are not limited to: Develop and execute annual programmatic goals and Ceres’ organizational strategy for advancing U.S. corporate clean energy procurement and greenhouse gas emission reductions, as well as support strategic planning for Ceres’ climate and energy work. Develop, coordinate, and implement campaign strategies and tactics to encourage corporate uptake of cleaner sources of energy, including renewable energy, energy efficiency/productivity and electric vehicles, as well as science-based greenhouse gas emission reduction targets. Lead a U.S. corporate engagement working group comprised of Ceres and several key partner organizations who are looking to step up collaboration to spur greater corporate uptake of clean energy and science-based greenhouse gas emission reduction targets. Conduct an annual assessment of the campaign, and re-direct strategies and tactics based on evaluation. Partner closely with Ceres teams, including the Electric Power, Transportation, Company Network, Policy Network and Investor Network teams, to execute Ceres’ corporate clean energy and climate strategies. Work with and mobilize existing multi-trillion dollar investor network with goal of spurring and enabling corporate uptake of clean energy and commitments to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Direct cross-organizational efforts to build the business case for corporate action on clean energy and greenhouse gas emission reductions, in coordination with Ceres staff such as the Senior Managers for Renewable Energy, Energy Productivity and Clean Vehicles, and including managing and/or overseeing research and report production. Develop and execute outreach strategies to persuade corporate decision makers of the benefits of uptake of clean energy and greenhouse gas emission reduction targets. Manage and advance relationships with current and potential funders, including by partnering with the Development Team on grant proposals or engagements with donors to raise funds to support this campaign. Supervise at least one staff member, to include training, conducting performance reviews, and providing guidance and support with professional development. Support the implementation of cross-organizational campaign management systems. Assist with planning for the Ceres annual conference program and bi-annual Investor Summit, and assist or lead with management of other events to advance campaign objectives. Represent Ceres as a speaker at conferences and events. As needed, support Ceres’ other climate and energy priorities. Travel, as needed, to engage with companies, investors and stakeholders. Qualifications At least 10 years of relevant experience. Bachelor degree required.  Master or other advanced degree in business, environment, law, public policy or related field, preferred. 5 years of management and strategy development experience. Knowledge of environmental and sustainability issues important. An understanding of corporate finance, the socially responsible investment community, and the environmental and sustainability movements, preferred. An understanding of investment firms, financial institutions, and institutional investors, preferred. Knowledge of renewable energy, energy efficiency/productivity, electric vehicles and science-based greenhouse gas emission reduction targets is preferred, but not required. 5+ years of experience supervising staff, including ability to provide training and support staff development. Experience developing and managing progress against goals and budgets. Demonstrated ability to deliver specific projects and initiatives independently and leading a team. Proven ability to manage multiple projects from concept to completion on own momentum and with limited guidance. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, in a fast-paced environment. Sound judgment, sensitivity to diverse constituencies, excellent interpersonal skills, strong initiative and motivation. Effective presentation style and excellent oral and written communication skills. Advocacy or campaign experience is preferred. Willingness to travel as needed to accomplish duties noted above.  How to Apply We encourage all applicants to review our website to familiarize themselves with Ceres before applying:  www.ceres.org .  If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit a resume, cover letter, two writing samples, and a list of three references, as well as complete the additional information as instructed. Ceres is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not discriminate against any individual based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military or veteran status, disability, or any factors prohibited by applicable law.