Senior Associate, State Policy
Organization
Ceres is a sustainability nonprofit organization leading the most influential investors and companies to build leadership and drive solutions throughout the economy. Through powerful networks and advocacy, Ceres 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 website ( www.ceres.org ).
Description & Responsibilities
The Senior Associate, Policy position supports Ceres’ policy work, with a focus on U.S. Northeastern state-level climate and clean energy policy and engagement of business and investor voices in those states. This a full-time position, based in Boston, MA. This position is designed for a highly motivated, self-starter looking to be an advocate for Ceres’ policy goals. The position will report to the Manager, State Policy.
Specific duties include, but are not limited to the following:
Support the Manager, State Policy in the development of regional strategy for engaging Northeastern states in team’s overall state policy vision.
Identify policy priorities in Northeastern states, develop annual plan for policy engagement, and execute plan
Track key developments related to Northeastern state energy, climate and transportation policy
Continuously improve knowledge of state-level climate, electric power sector and clean transportation policies
Use earned media, advocacy days, national meetings, direct engagement with policymakers, and other strategies to impact state policy outcomes
Develop and maintain relationships with external partners and in-state allies (local non-profits, communications firms, lobbyists, etc.) such as monthly state coordination calls
Identify opportunities to leverage state policy work to recruit new company and investor advocates
Support team leadership’s recruitment efforts with companies and investors
Represent Ceres at conferences, seminars, and meetings
Draft op-eds, sign-on letters, blogs, and tweets about state policy advocacy efforts
Prepare materials and prep participants for investor and business engagements with press and state lawmakers
Provide administrative, logistical, and writing support to the Manager and Senior Manager in recruitment of investors and businesses to engage in state level policy advocacy opportunities
Provide logistical support for policy-related conference calls, webinars, and events with businesses and investors
Coordinate with other program teams (such as Investor Network, Communications, Development, Electric Power and Transportation) as needed to accomplish organizational objectives.
Support organizing and logistical activities related to Ceres’ Annual Conference.
Support special projects of Policy team, as necessary.
Qualifications
Four to five years or more of direct experience working on climate, clean energy, and/or transportation policy issues, particularly at the state level.
Knowledge of climate, clean energy and clean transportation policies and current issues
Demonstrated ability to bring an advocacy perspective to both analysis and corporate engagement and to make clear recommendations for actions and next steps.
Substantial expertise on environmental and/or energy issues.
Demonstrated project management skills of multiple, complex activities or events.
Planning expertise and delivering projects on deadline and within time and resource budgets. Attention to detail is required.
Strong oral and written communication skills as well as effective presentation style.
Able to present a professional and confident demeanor with senior level professionals
Sound judgment, sensitivity to diverse constituencies, excellent interpersonal skills, proven ability to demonstrate initiative and motivation.
Demonstrated initiative and willingness to take on projects that support the success of the team and Ceres.
Desire to work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work as part of a team and take a collaborative approach, and to deliver independent projects.
Ability to bring a positive outlook and energetic commitment to working at Ceres on a daily basis.
Willingness to travel as needed to accomplish duties noted above.
Proficient with word-processing, spreadsheet, presentation, database, social media and e-mail computer applications (Salesforce, Google Suite, MS Office Suite).
How to Apply
We encourage all applicants to review our website to familiarize themselves with Ceres before applying: www.ceres.org . Applicants should 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.
Sep 24, 2019
Full time
Senior Associate, State Policy
Organization
Ceres is a sustainability nonprofit organization leading the most influential investors and companies to build leadership and drive solutions throughout the economy. Through powerful networks and advocacy, Ceres 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 website ( www.ceres.org ).
Description & Responsibilities
The Senior Associate, Policy position supports Ceres’ policy work, with a focus on U.S. Northeastern state-level climate and clean energy policy and engagement of business and investor voices in those states. This a full-time position, based in Boston, MA. This position is designed for a highly motivated, self-starter looking to be an advocate for Ceres’ policy goals. The position will report to the Manager, State Policy.
Specific duties include, but are not limited to the following:
Support the Manager, State Policy in the development of regional strategy for engaging Northeastern states in team’s overall state policy vision.
Identify policy priorities in Northeastern states, develop annual plan for policy engagement, and execute plan
Track key developments related to Northeastern state energy, climate and transportation policy
Continuously improve knowledge of state-level climate, electric power sector and clean transportation policies
Use earned media, advocacy days, national meetings, direct engagement with policymakers, and other strategies to impact state policy outcomes
Develop and maintain relationships with external partners and in-state allies (local non-profits, communications firms, lobbyists, etc.) such as monthly state coordination calls
Identify opportunities to leverage state policy work to recruit new company and investor advocates
Support team leadership’s recruitment efforts with companies and investors
Represent Ceres at conferences, seminars, and meetings
Draft op-eds, sign-on letters, blogs, and tweets about state policy advocacy efforts
Prepare materials and prep participants for investor and business engagements with press and state lawmakers
Provide administrative, logistical, and writing support to the Manager and Senior Manager in recruitment of investors and businesses to engage in state level policy advocacy opportunities
Provide logistical support for policy-related conference calls, webinars, and events with businesses and investors
Coordinate with other program teams (such as Investor Network, Communications, Development, Electric Power and Transportation) as needed to accomplish organizational objectives.
Support organizing and logistical activities related to Ceres’ Annual Conference.
Support special projects of Policy team, as necessary.
Qualifications
Four to five years or more of direct experience working on climate, clean energy, and/or transportation policy issues, particularly at the state level.
Knowledge of climate, clean energy and clean transportation policies and current issues
Demonstrated ability to bring an advocacy perspective to both analysis and corporate engagement and to make clear recommendations for actions and next steps.
Substantial expertise on environmental and/or energy issues.
Demonstrated project management skills of multiple, complex activities or events.
Planning expertise and delivering projects on deadline and within time and resource budgets. Attention to detail is required.
Strong oral and written communication skills as well as effective presentation style.
Able to present a professional and confident demeanor with senior level professionals
Sound judgment, sensitivity to diverse constituencies, excellent interpersonal skills, proven ability to demonstrate initiative and motivation.
Demonstrated initiative and willingness to take on projects that support the success of the team and Ceres.
Desire to work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work as part of a team and take a collaborative approach, and to deliver independent projects.
Ability to bring a positive outlook and energetic commitment to working at Ceres on a daily basis.
Willingness to travel as needed to accomplish duties noted above.
Proficient with word-processing, spreadsheet, presentation, database, social media and e-mail computer applications (Salesforce, Google Suite, MS Office Suite).
How to Apply
We encourage all applicants to review our website to familiarize themselves with Ceres before applying: www.ceres.org . Applicants should 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.
Senior Manager, Water and Agriculture
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
Ceres’ Water Program seeks to protect freshwater resources by changing the way the world’s largest economic actors value and manage water. Ceres accelerates private sector leadership on water protection through cutting-edge research, investor mobilization, corporate engagement and advocacy. We are hiring a Senior Manager to lead Ceres’ efforts to influence the largest food sector companies to mitigate the water impacts and increase the resiliency of their agricultural supply chains. In this role, the Senior Manager will lead a team working with investors and food companies to advance the adoption of agricultural practices that protect freshwater. This is a full-time position, based in Boston, MA, that will report to the Water Program Director and partners with a number of program teams at Ceres.
Specific duties include, but are not limited to the following:
Overall responsibility for success of this initiative, including strategy development, execution and fundraising.
Develop and oversee strategies for mobilizing investors to engage companies in high water impact sectors, with an initial focus on the food and agriculture sector.
Engage directly with food sector companies, including Ceres Company Network members, on opportunities for improving their management of water risk.
Manage the production, release and distribution of research reports and related blog posts and articles.
Supervise and mentor staff that contribute to this initiative, including current full-time staff and relevant consultants and interns.
Serve as an internal resource and external spokesperson for Ceres’ water and agriculture related work, representing Ceres as a speaker at conferences and events, on webinars and dialogue meetings with companies, investors and stakeholders.
Work in partnership with the Water Program Director and the Development team to draft and edit fundraising proposals and reports and to manage relationships with current and prospective funders.
Manage the budget for this initiative and oversee all expenditures.
Work across Ceres teams, with a particular focus on the Food & Forests, Investor Network, and Company Network programs, as well as non-programmatic teams.
Manage planning related to this initiative for the Ceres annual conference program and other events to educate stakeholders on water.
Support the implementation and development of program management systems including developing goals, tracking KPIs and evaluating the results and progress of the program.
Assure that programmatic strategies maximize the impacts of our work through a lens of social and racial equity.
Qualifications
Minimum of seven years of work experience.
Substantial experience working with or within private sector institutions on environmental sustainability/sustainable agriculture.
Substantial expertise on environmental sustainability issues, with a preference for expertise in freshwater sustainability, soil health and sustainable agriculture.
An understanding of the following entities; corporations, large-scale agricultural operations, investment firms, financial institutions, or institutional investors.
Strong writing and research skills.
Effective presentation style and excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong project management skills and attention to detail.
Experience managing within budgets and making trade-off decisions.
Sound judgment, sensitivity to diverse constituencies, excellent interpersonal skills, strong initiative and motivation.
Experience cultivating effective supervisory relationships (across gender identify, race ethnicity, and socio-economic background) with direct reports.
Desire to work in a not-for-profit, advocacy-focused organization.
Willingness to travel as needed to accomplish duties noted above.
Proficient with word-processing, spreadsheet, presentation, database, and e-mail computer applications.
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, 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.
Sep 24, 2019
Full time
Senior Manager, Water and Agriculture
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
Ceres’ Water Program seeks to protect freshwater resources by changing the way the world’s largest economic actors value and manage water. Ceres accelerates private sector leadership on water protection through cutting-edge research, investor mobilization, corporate engagement and advocacy. We are hiring a Senior Manager to lead Ceres’ efforts to influence the largest food sector companies to mitigate the water impacts and increase the resiliency of their agricultural supply chains. In this role, the Senior Manager will lead a team working with investors and food companies to advance the adoption of agricultural practices that protect freshwater. This is a full-time position, based in Boston, MA, that will report to the Water Program Director and partners with a number of program teams at Ceres.
Specific duties include, but are not limited to the following:
Overall responsibility for success of this initiative, including strategy development, execution and fundraising.
Develop and oversee strategies for mobilizing investors to engage companies in high water impact sectors, with an initial focus on the food and agriculture sector.
Engage directly with food sector companies, including Ceres Company Network members, on opportunities for improving their management of water risk.
Manage the production, release and distribution of research reports and related blog posts and articles.
Supervise and mentor staff that contribute to this initiative, including current full-time staff and relevant consultants and interns.
Serve as an internal resource and external spokesperson for Ceres’ water and agriculture related work, representing Ceres as a speaker at conferences and events, on webinars and dialogue meetings with companies, investors and stakeholders.
Work in partnership with the Water Program Director and the Development team to draft and edit fundraising proposals and reports and to manage relationships with current and prospective funders.
Manage the budget for this initiative and oversee all expenditures.
Work across Ceres teams, with a particular focus on the Food & Forests, Investor Network, and Company Network programs, as well as non-programmatic teams.
Manage planning related to this initiative for the Ceres annual conference program and other events to educate stakeholders on water.
Support the implementation and development of program management systems including developing goals, tracking KPIs and evaluating the results and progress of the program.
Assure that programmatic strategies maximize the impacts of our work through a lens of social and racial equity.
Qualifications
Minimum of seven years of work experience.
Substantial experience working with or within private sector institutions on environmental sustainability/sustainable agriculture.
Substantial expertise on environmental sustainability issues, with a preference for expertise in freshwater sustainability, soil health and sustainable agriculture.
An understanding of the following entities; corporations, large-scale agricultural operations, investment firms, financial institutions, or institutional investors.
Strong writing and research skills.
Effective presentation style and excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong project management skills and attention to detail.
Experience managing within budgets and making trade-off decisions.
Sound judgment, sensitivity to diverse constituencies, excellent interpersonal skills, strong initiative and motivation.
Experience cultivating effective supervisory relationships (across gender identify, race ethnicity, and socio-economic background) with direct reports.
Desire to work in a not-for-profit, advocacy-focused organization.
Willingness to travel as needed to accomplish duties noted above.
Proficient with word-processing, spreadsheet, presentation, database, and e-mail computer applications.
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, 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.
Job Description
TRC Companies, Inc. a pioneer in groundbreaking scientific and engineering developments since the 1960s, is a national engineering and environmental consulting firm that provides integrated services to the energy, environmental and infrastructure markets. TRC serves a broad range of clients in industry and government, implementing complex projects from initial concept to delivery and operation.
TRC is seeking a Climate Resiliency Program Manager to join our growing Engineering, Construction and Remediation Practice in Boston, MA. The successful candidate will be a highly motivated individual looking for career growth and have at least 10 to 15 years of relevant experience in the Northeast US climate change and resiliency market. TRC's Boston office is a vibrant, dynamic, and fast-paced work environment and provides access to a broad spectrum of professional experiences in an office that thrives on team-work.
Job Responsibilities:
Technical proficiency in climate change, infrastructure resiliency and sustainability, preferably for clients in New England public sector and transportation markets.
Business development.
Management of staff.
Periodic travel in the New England region.
Additional LocationsRequirements
Minimum Qualifications:
10 to 15 years of safety consulting experience with primary focus in climate change, infrastructure resiliency and sustainability, preferably for the New England public sector market.
Desired Qualifications:
Demonstratable knowledge of best practices for climate change resiliency design standards, policy and legislature status, climate modeling and flood zone forecasting.
Proven ability to manage projects and mentor staff to promote staff development and organic growth.
Client-focused approach to consulting and track record of creating new clients and opportunities, as well as maintain and growing existing client relationships.
Demonstrates excellence and efficiency in writing, communication, data analysis, professional judgment, and knowledge of scientific principles.
Strong sense of responsibility and work ethic.
Strong quality assurance/quality control skills to perform technical, style and consistency reviews.
Understanding of standards, regulations and guidance that apply to transit systems and commuter rail, specifically the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
Conversant with Microsoft Word, Excel.
Ability to work in a project team.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
TRC offers advancement potential and a competitive compensation and benefits package including a 401k plan with a company match. For more information please visit our website at www.trccompanies.com .
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Oct 01, 2019
Full time
Job Description
TRC Companies, Inc. a pioneer in groundbreaking scientific and engineering developments since the 1960s, is a national engineering and environmental consulting firm that provides integrated services to the energy, environmental and infrastructure markets. TRC serves a broad range of clients in industry and government, implementing complex projects from initial concept to delivery and operation.
TRC is seeking a Climate Resiliency Program Manager to join our growing Engineering, Construction and Remediation Practice in Boston, MA. The successful candidate will be a highly motivated individual looking for career growth and have at least 10 to 15 years of relevant experience in the Northeast US climate change and resiliency market. TRC's Boston office is a vibrant, dynamic, and fast-paced work environment and provides access to a broad spectrum of professional experiences in an office that thrives on team-work.
Job Responsibilities:
Technical proficiency in climate change, infrastructure resiliency and sustainability, preferably for clients in New England public sector and transportation markets.
Business development.
Management of staff.
Periodic travel in the New England region.
Additional LocationsRequirements
Minimum Qualifications:
10 to 15 years of safety consulting experience with primary focus in climate change, infrastructure resiliency and sustainability, preferably for the New England public sector market.
Desired Qualifications:
Demonstratable knowledge of best practices for climate change resiliency design standards, policy and legislature status, climate modeling and flood zone forecasting.
Proven ability to manage projects and mentor staff to promote staff development and organic growth.
Client-focused approach to consulting and track record of creating new clients and opportunities, as well as maintain and growing existing client relationships.
Demonstrates excellence and efficiency in writing, communication, data analysis, professional judgment, and knowledge of scientific principles.
Strong sense of responsibility and work ethic.
Strong quality assurance/quality control skills to perform technical, style and consistency reviews.
Understanding of standards, regulations and guidance that apply to transit systems and commuter rail, specifically the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
Conversant with Microsoft Word, Excel.
Ability to work in a project team.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
TRC offers advancement potential and a competitive compensation and benefits package including a 401k plan with a company match. For more information please visit our website at www.trccompanies.com .
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Senior Director, Sustainable Capital Markets
Organization
Ceres is a sustainability nonprofit organization working with the most influential investors and companies to build leadership and drive solutions throughout the economy. Through powerful networks and advocacy, Ceres tackles the world’s biggest sustainability challenges, including climate change, water scarcity and pollution, and equitable workplaces.
For more information about Ceres, please visit our website ( www.ceres.org ).
Description and Responsibilities
Ceres is seeking a highly qualified Senior Director of Sustainable Capital Markets to oversee a new center that seeks to transform the outdated practices and policies that govern capital markets to accelerate action on global sustainability threats.
This new position will directly oversee the launch of a portfolio of capital markets-focused projects and ensure integration with other Ceres program teams to build off the organization’s long history of work, experience and thought leadership in this space. The Senior Director will help to strengthen and support capital markets-focused projects managed out of those programs. In addition, s/he will play a lead role in representing Ceres and its intellectual capital externally, including building and managing new, high-level partnerships with key capital markets players and influencers. The position will also be central to increasing the financial resources of the center, in partnership with Ceres Development program, through conducting targeted outreach and cultivation of key funding partners, including individual donors and foundations.
This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced professional with capital markets expertise to advance private sector leadership on a wide range of sustainability issues. This role is for someone with strong internal management capabilities, who can be extremely effective at representing Ceres externally in a wide range of settings with capital markets partners and members, funders, and donors. For the first year, while the center is being built and initial projects are gaining traction, the Senior Director will report to the Vice President of Innovation and Evaluation and work closely with the CEO. The position will also be closely aligned with Ceres Network programs, enabling the new team to tap into the collective power and impact of Ceres’ relationships with influential investors and companies.
Specific duties include, but are not limited to the following:
Lead and coordinate the development, launch and/or implementation of the major strategies and campaigns in partnership with key program directors across the organization.
Develop and manage a set of critical organizational projects and partnerships to elevate Ceres influence and impact within the capital markets, including new partnership models aimed at increasing collaboration on key issues with other NGOs.
Directly oversee the establishment of new projects associated with the new center, such as an advisory board, a fellowship program and/or prize.
Identify and foster a pipeline of potential new projects and initiatives to advance the center's goals, in partnership with the VP of Innovation & Evaluation and other program leads across the organization.
Participate in high-level external relationship building and public speaking events in order to enhance Ceres influence, thought leadership, visibility and partnerships in this space.
Contribute to fundraising goals for the center, including cultivating and managing relationships with current and prospective individual donors and foundation funders.
Hire, guide and mentor an initial team of two to three staff members.
Serve as external spokesperson for the center and represent its work to a range of external audiences, from the media, investor, business and NGO partners, to critical sustainability audiences and capital markets actors, funders and donors.
Other duties as they arise.
Qualifications
15 years of relevant work experience in roles of progressive responsibility.
Experience in private sector, particularly working with and/or in the investment and finance communities.
Prior role focused on addressing environmental, social, and governance issues within a company.
Experience as a senior leader and manager in a fast-paced and growing enterprise.
Demonstrated record of supervising senior staff to achieve programmatic and fundraising goals.
Proven track record of results-driven strategic program management is required,
Experience cultivating effective supervisory relationships (across gender identity, race, ethnicity, and socioeconomic background) with direct reports and managing senior level staff and teams, supporting an inclusive workplace, where everyone has an opportunity for advancement.
Broad understanding of how to build effective collaborations across other program areas, departments, and different levels of staff both internal and external to the organization.
Experience and appreciation for a matrix management environment.
Strong relationship management skills with external partners and funders is necessary for success in this position.
Entrepreneurial attitude
Ability to both build strong, stable programs and to innovate and take advantage of strategic opportunities.
Demonstrated success in both halves of the resource equation—cultivating and closing income prospects, and managing and deploying staff and budgets
Superior communication skills, both oral and written is critical to the success in this role
Ability to travel to support programmatic and fundraising goals.
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, 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.
Sep 24, 2019
Full time
Senior Director, Sustainable Capital Markets
Organization
Ceres is a sustainability nonprofit organization working with the most influential investors and companies to build leadership and drive solutions throughout the economy. Through powerful networks and advocacy, Ceres tackles the world’s biggest sustainability challenges, including climate change, water scarcity and pollution, and equitable workplaces.
For more information about Ceres, please visit our website ( www.ceres.org ).
Description and Responsibilities
Ceres is seeking a highly qualified Senior Director of Sustainable Capital Markets to oversee a new center that seeks to transform the outdated practices and policies that govern capital markets to accelerate action on global sustainability threats.
This new position will directly oversee the launch of a portfolio of capital markets-focused projects and ensure integration with other Ceres program teams to build off the organization’s long history of work, experience and thought leadership in this space. The Senior Director will help to strengthen and support capital markets-focused projects managed out of those programs. In addition, s/he will play a lead role in representing Ceres and its intellectual capital externally, including building and managing new, high-level partnerships with key capital markets players and influencers. The position will also be central to increasing the financial resources of the center, in partnership with Ceres Development program, through conducting targeted outreach and cultivation of key funding partners, including individual donors and foundations.
This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced professional with capital markets expertise to advance private sector leadership on a wide range of sustainability issues. This role is for someone with strong internal management capabilities, who can be extremely effective at representing Ceres externally in a wide range of settings with capital markets partners and members, funders, and donors. For the first year, while the center is being built and initial projects are gaining traction, the Senior Director will report to the Vice President of Innovation and Evaluation and work closely with the CEO. The position will also be closely aligned with Ceres Network programs, enabling the new team to tap into the collective power and impact of Ceres’ relationships with influential investors and companies.
Specific duties include, but are not limited to the following:
Lead and coordinate the development, launch and/or implementation of the major strategies and campaigns in partnership with key program directors across the organization.
Develop and manage a set of critical organizational projects and partnerships to elevate Ceres influence and impact within the capital markets, including new partnership models aimed at increasing collaboration on key issues with other NGOs.
Directly oversee the establishment of new projects associated with the new center, such as an advisory board, a fellowship program and/or prize.
Identify and foster a pipeline of potential new projects and initiatives to advance the center's goals, in partnership with the VP of Innovation & Evaluation and other program leads across the organization.
Participate in high-level external relationship building and public speaking events in order to enhance Ceres influence, thought leadership, visibility and partnerships in this space.
Contribute to fundraising goals for the center, including cultivating and managing relationships with current and prospective individual donors and foundation funders.
Hire, guide and mentor an initial team of two to three staff members.
Serve as external spokesperson for the center and represent its work to a range of external audiences, from the media, investor, business and NGO partners, to critical sustainability audiences and capital markets actors, funders and donors.
Other duties as they arise.
Qualifications
15 years of relevant work experience in roles of progressive responsibility.
Experience in private sector, particularly working with and/or in the investment and finance communities.
Prior role focused on addressing environmental, social, and governance issues within a company.
Experience as a senior leader and manager in a fast-paced and growing enterprise.
Demonstrated record of supervising senior staff to achieve programmatic and fundraising goals.
Proven track record of results-driven strategic program management is required,
Experience cultivating effective supervisory relationships (across gender identity, race, ethnicity, and socioeconomic background) with direct reports and managing senior level staff and teams, supporting an inclusive workplace, where everyone has an opportunity for advancement.
Broad understanding of how to build effective collaborations across other program areas, departments, and different levels of staff both internal and external to the organization.
Experience and appreciation for a matrix management environment.
Strong relationship management skills with external partners and funders is necessary for success in this position.
Entrepreneurial attitude
Ability to both build strong, stable programs and to innovate and take advantage of strategic opportunities.
Demonstrated success in both halves of the resource equation—cultivating and closing income prospects, and managing and deploying staff and budgets
Superior communication skills, both oral and written is critical to the success in this role
Ability to travel to support programmatic and fundraising goals.
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, 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.
Senior Associate, Development Operations
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 website (www.ceres.org).
Description & Responsibilities
Based in Ceres’ Boston office, the Senior Associate, Development is responsible for the management of all vital operations related to fundraising efforts including gift processing, database maintenance and functionality improvement, reporting and analytics, and software system integration. The senior associate is the key liaison with many internal teams and works closely with other development staff in Boston and San Francisco. This role drives annual fund work. He/she reports to the Director, Development. Ceres is a rapidly expanding organization and this is an exciting opportunity to help create successful operations, donor growth and cross-team collaborations.
Specific duties include, but are not limited to the following:
Development Operations
Liaise directly with the Information Systems (IS) team, the systems review committee, the finance department and digital and print vendors.
Oversee the Development Assistant’s work related to operations and annual fund activities including, but not limited to, database gift and donor information entry, acknowledgement letter processing and reconciliation process between finance and development systems.
Work with the IS team to develop and maintain performance reports and dashboards on Salesforce for individual giving such as campaign results, month-over-month comparisons and analysis of the Ceres 1000 network of donors that give $1,000 or more.
Run queries, reports and complex data pulls within Salesforce built on sound logic and institutional knowledge.
Partner with Development Assistant on work related to operations and annual fund activities.
Create, update and maintain policies and procedures for all development database systems and strive to ensure their implementations.
Assist with the development department budget management.
Digital Communications and Marketing
Work with the Comms and Marketing team and outside vendors to build the digital community and to maximize the philanthropic potential of Ceres’ digital community.
Liaise directly with Comms and Marketing team for projects like website updates, Ceres Works donor newsletter, development collateral and other print and digital marketing materials.
Provide input on the master email schedule that is maintained by the Comms and Marketing team.
Annual Fund
Work with external vendors to execute annual fund cultivation and solicitation activities for direct mail.
Manage and implement the stewardship program for annual fund donors.
Evaluate, recommend and implement new fundraising forms and practices.
Events
As part of cross-department collaborations, evaluate and implement fundraising and cultivation event platforms.
Assistant development and events staff with event platform maintenance and event evaluation.
Other
Serve on cross-departmental teams as needed.
Manage specific event related tasks, as needed, for Ceres-wide major events such as Anniversary Galas and the annual Conference and biennial Investor Summit
Assist with the selection process and training of Development interns as needed.
Evaluate charity watchdog and rating groups and manage organizational application and profile.
Qualifications
Four to five years or more of work experience, demonstrating superior operations skill set.
Proficient at using organizational databases including entering complex data, learning new ways to use the system, and understanding how to pull reports and translate data for senior staff to use.
Knowledge of Salesforce Nonprofit Success Pack a plus.
Desire to for data-driven results.
Ability and confidence to ensure staff adhere to established guidelines.
Strong technical curiosity and a firm believer in the importance of learning.
Successful record of organizing multiple projects, delivering on time, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Sound judgment, sensitivity to diverse constituencies, excellent interpersonal skills, strong initiative and motivation.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Ability to think on one’s feet.
Experience with fundraising departments and specifically annual fund management, both at a mission-driven organization, a plus.
Experience with digital strategies used to acquire and steward donors, a plus.
Knowledge of the sustainability space, a plus.
How to Apply
We encourage all applicants to review our website to familiarize themselves with Ceres before applying: ceres.org . If you are interested in applying, please submit a resume, cover letter, two writing samples, and a list of three references, as well as complete the additional information as instructed when you go to ceres.org/about-us/career-opportunities select the “Senior Associate, Development Operations” position and then at the bottom of the page click “Apply for this position.”
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.
Sep 24, 2019
Full time
Senior Associate, Development Operations
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 website (www.ceres.org).
Description & Responsibilities
Based in Ceres’ Boston office, the Senior Associate, Development is responsible for the management of all vital operations related to fundraising efforts including gift processing, database maintenance and functionality improvement, reporting and analytics, and software system integration. The senior associate is the key liaison with many internal teams and works closely with other development staff in Boston and San Francisco. This role drives annual fund work. He/she reports to the Director, Development. Ceres is a rapidly expanding organization and this is an exciting opportunity to help create successful operations, donor growth and cross-team collaborations.
Specific duties include, but are not limited to the following:
Development Operations
Liaise directly with the Information Systems (IS) team, the systems review committee, the finance department and digital and print vendors.
Oversee the Development Assistant’s work related to operations and annual fund activities including, but not limited to, database gift and donor information entry, acknowledgement letter processing and reconciliation process between finance and development systems.
Work with the IS team to develop and maintain performance reports and dashboards on Salesforce for individual giving such as campaign results, month-over-month comparisons and analysis of the Ceres 1000 network of donors that give $1,000 or more.
Run queries, reports and complex data pulls within Salesforce built on sound logic and institutional knowledge.
Partner with Development Assistant on work related to operations and annual fund activities.
Create, update and maintain policies and procedures for all development database systems and strive to ensure their implementations.
Assist with the development department budget management.
Digital Communications and Marketing
Work with the Comms and Marketing team and outside vendors to build the digital community and to maximize the philanthropic potential of Ceres’ digital community.
Liaise directly with Comms and Marketing team for projects like website updates, Ceres Works donor newsletter, development collateral and other print and digital marketing materials.
Provide input on the master email schedule that is maintained by the Comms and Marketing team.
Annual Fund
Work with external vendors to execute annual fund cultivation and solicitation activities for direct mail.
Manage and implement the stewardship program for annual fund donors.
Evaluate, recommend and implement new fundraising forms and practices.
Events
As part of cross-department collaborations, evaluate and implement fundraising and cultivation event platforms.
Assistant development and events staff with event platform maintenance and event evaluation.
Other
Serve on cross-departmental teams as needed.
Manage specific event related tasks, as needed, for Ceres-wide major events such as Anniversary Galas and the annual Conference and biennial Investor Summit
Assist with the selection process and training of Development interns as needed.
Evaluate charity watchdog and rating groups and manage organizational application and profile.
Qualifications
Four to five years or more of work experience, demonstrating superior operations skill set.
Proficient at using organizational databases including entering complex data, learning new ways to use the system, and understanding how to pull reports and translate data for senior staff to use.
Knowledge of Salesforce Nonprofit Success Pack a plus.
Desire to for data-driven results.
Ability and confidence to ensure staff adhere to established guidelines.
Strong technical curiosity and a firm believer in the importance of learning.
Successful record of organizing multiple projects, delivering on time, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Sound judgment, sensitivity to diverse constituencies, excellent interpersonal skills, strong initiative and motivation.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Ability to think on one’s feet.
Experience with fundraising departments and specifically annual fund management, both at a mission-driven organization, a plus.
Experience with digital strategies used to acquire and steward donors, a plus.
Knowledge of the sustainability space, a plus.
How to Apply
We encourage all applicants to review our website to familiarize themselves with Ceres before applying: ceres.org . If you are interested in applying, please submit a resume, cover letter, two writing samples, and a list of three references, as well as complete the additional information as instructed when you go to ceres.org/about-us/career-opportunities select the “Senior Associate, Development Operations” position and then at the bottom of the page click “Apply for this position.”
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.
Manager, Talent Acquisition
Organization
Ceres is a sustainability nonprofit organization leading the most influential investors and companies to build leadership and drive solutions throughout the economy. Through powerful networks and advocacy, Ceres 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 Manager will primarily oversee organization-wide recruitment for staff and interns. Ceres commitment to an inclusive and equitable workplace will require a person who shares a similar commitment and can speak to external audiences about the benefits and opportunities of employment at Ceres. This job offers an opportunity for a thoughtful, creative, out-going, organized, team-oriented and trustworthy individual interested in talent acquisition to help to build a growing organization. The position is full-time, located in our Boston office, and will work with and report to the Senior Department Director of Human Resources and Operations.
Primary duties include, but are not limited to:
Recruitment
Manage recruitment logistics; including development of job descriptions, organizing kick-off meetings with hiring manager, training hiring managers and teams on interview process, posting open positions, screening candidates, directing applications to appropriate parties, scheduling interviews, conducting exercises for candidates, processing acknowledgements and tracking all candidate activity providing quarterly and annual reports.
Oversee intern hiring process (listed above) and partner with other HR staff on intern orientation, with a more expanded role related to managing the 10-week Ceres Summer Intern program
Serve as primary recruitment contact with colleges and universities, job sites, and/or placement offices, regularly sharing job opportunities, including internships
Partner with Ceres marketing staff to develop materials and increase Ceres online footprint to expand our outreach efforts to attract more candidates, with a particular interest in diversifying our candidate pool
Actively develop new relationships with external partners to increase Ceres’ pool of candidates for all positions, with a special focus on building a more diverse pool of candidates
Organize Ceres staff to serve as ambassadors in our recruitment practices
Working with other HR staff, train Ceres staff on best practices for screening and interviewing candidates, with a special focus on disrupting implicit biases
Attend job fairs or recruitment events in the New England region, with the possible option to expand this geographic area in the future
Provide logistical support to Senior Director and external recruiter working on senior job searches
Expand on current system to track all applications and produce quarterly reports for Senior Director to share with Executive Team
Partner with Senior Department Director on improving the recruitment and hiring process for candidates
Support other members of the HR team during vacation or other leaves.
Qualifications
At minimum, 5 years of work experience, in an office setting, required.
At minimum, 3 years of direct recruiting and hiring experience, required.
Demonstrated interest in expanding study in Human Resources field, a plus.
Strong project management skills and ability to prioritize projects. Proven track record of successfully completing projects on time and within budget.
Sound judgment, sensitivity to diverse constituencies, excellent interpersonal skills, proven ability to demonstrate initiative and motivation.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Prior experience as a spokesperson for an organization, a plus.
Understand how to manage confidential information in an appropriate manner.
Strong ethical sensibility.
Interest in building a workplace where inclusion and equity for all people is valued.
Well-developed organizational and problem-solving skills necessary.
Ability to look at problems as opportunities.
Strong attention to detail and good follow-through on projects and communication.
Effective presentation style as well as strong speaking and written communication skills.
Ability to translate legal, tax or human resources matters into everyday language for staff to understand.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Prior experience in a fast-paced, growth-oriented organization, a plus.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel, required.
Familiarity with a database system, preferred.
Desire to work in a mission-driven, non-profit organization, a plus.
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, 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.
Sep 24, 2019
Full time
Manager, Talent Acquisition
Organization
Ceres is a sustainability nonprofit organization leading the most influential investors and companies to build leadership and drive solutions throughout the economy. Through powerful networks and advocacy, Ceres 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 Manager will primarily oversee organization-wide recruitment for staff and interns. Ceres commitment to an inclusive and equitable workplace will require a person who shares a similar commitment and can speak to external audiences about the benefits and opportunities of employment at Ceres. This job offers an opportunity for a thoughtful, creative, out-going, organized, team-oriented and trustworthy individual interested in talent acquisition to help to build a growing organization. The position is full-time, located in our Boston office, and will work with and report to the Senior Department Director of Human Resources and Operations.
Primary duties include, but are not limited to:
Recruitment
Manage recruitment logistics; including development of job descriptions, organizing kick-off meetings with hiring manager, training hiring managers and teams on interview process, posting open positions, screening candidates, directing applications to appropriate parties, scheduling interviews, conducting exercises for candidates, processing acknowledgements and tracking all candidate activity providing quarterly and annual reports.
Oversee intern hiring process (listed above) and partner with other HR staff on intern orientation, with a more expanded role related to managing the 10-week Ceres Summer Intern program
Serve as primary recruitment contact with colleges and universities, job sites, and/or placement offices, regularly sharing job opportunities, including internships
Partner with Ceres marketing staff to develop materials and increase Ceres online footprint to expand our outreach efforts to attract more candidates, with a particular interest in diversifying our candidate pool
Actively develop new relationships with external partners to increase Ceres’ pool of candidates for all positions, with a special focus on building a more diverse pool of candidates
Organize Ceres staff to serve as ambassadors in our recruitment practices
Working with other HR staff, train Ceres staff on best practices for screening and interviewing candidates, with a special focus on disrupting implicit biases
Attend job fairs or recruitment events in the New England region, with the possible option to expand this geographic area in the future
Provide logistical support to Senior Director and external recruiter working on senior job searches
Expand on current system to track all applications and produce quarterly reports for Senior Director to share with Executive Team
Partner with Senior Department Director on improving the recruitment and hiring process for candidates
Support other members of the HR team during vacation or other leaves.
Qualifications
At minimum, 5 years of work experience, in an office setting, required.
At minimum, 3 years of direct recruiting and hiring experience, required.
Demonstrated interest in expanding study in Human Resources field, a plus.
Strong project management skills and ability to prioritize projects. Proven track record of successfully completing projects on time and within budget.
Sound judgment, sensitivity to diverse constituencies, excellent interpersonal skills, proven ability to demonstrate initiative and motivation.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Prior experience as a spokesperson for an organization, a plus.
Understand how to manage confidential information in an appropriate manner.
Strong ethical sensibility.
Interest in building a workplace where inclusion and equity for all people is valued.
Well-developed organizational and problem-solving skills necessary.
Ability to look at problems as opportunities.
Strong attention to detail and good follow-through on projects and communication.
Effective presentation style as well as strong speaking and written communication skills.
Ability to translate legal, tax or human resources matters into everyday language for staff to understand.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Prior experience in a fast-paced, growth-oriented organization, a plus.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel, required.
Familiarity with a database system, preferred.
Desire to work in a mission-driven, non-profit organization, a plus.
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, 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.
Manager, Company Network (Food & Beverage)
Organization
Ceres is a sustainability nonprofit organization leading the most influential investors and companies to build leadership and drive solutions throughout the economy. Through powerful networks and advocacy, Ceres tackles 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 website ( www.ceres.org ).
Description and Responsibilities
The Ceres Company Network is a collaborative team of sustainable business strategists who bring a depth of expertise in environmental, social and governance issues to guide work with our members. Ceres member companies commit to solutions-oriented, long-term engagement with stakeholders and shareholders to improve their sustainability performance.
The Ceres Company Network comprises more than 50 leading U.S. companies that are setting the highest bar for sustainability leadership, committing to robust sustainability goals, and improving resiliency in their operations and supply chains. Ceres enjoys a unique, direct advocacy relationship with Network members, leveraging the Ceres Roadmap for Sustainability —our strategic vision and practical framework for sustainable corporations in the 21st century—as well as access to investors and other advocacy organizations to move companies to make environmental, social and governance considerations integral to their core business strategies.
We are seeking a Manager for the Company Network to act as the relationship manager for Ceres member companies in the food and beverage and retail sectors. The Manager will support Ceres’ strategy for accelerating sustainability leadership in these key sectors by helping member companies realize the competitive advantage of integrating ESG issues into core business strategies. The Manager will be part of a fifteen-person team working with companies to integrate sustainability into core business strategies, leveraging the Ceres Roadmap for Sustainability . This is a full-time position based in our Boston office with line reporting to one of the Directors of the Company Network.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Act as relationship manager for a portfolio of 8-10 companies in the Ceres Company Network—providing expert guidance on the sustainable business strategies of member companies, assessing and tracking their performance against the expectations of the Ceres Roadmap, and customizing annual engagement plans to drive company progress and leadership.
Manage and facilitate the ongoing, multi-stakeholder dialogues that bring together Ceres member companies with investors, social and environmental advocates, and other experts to advise the company’s sustainability strategy, disclosure, policy development and programmatic priorities covering topics such as climate and clean energy, water, agriculture, human rights, supply chains, governance for sustainability and disclosure.
Manage cross-organizational coordination on Ceres engagement strategy with the food and beverage and retail sectors, representing the Company Network’s priorities and theory of change.
Help develop and execute annual programmatic goals for advancing sustainability leadership within the food and beverage and retail sectors, as well as support strategic planning and results-driven performance for the Ceres Company Network.
Develop briefings or presentations for members of the Ceres leadership team in support of their engagement with companies, investors or other external audiences.
Participate in the design, development and implementation of tools and resources to drive forward leadership in corporate sustainability practice as laid out in the Ceres Roadmap for Sustainability.
Partner on developing external communications and engagement opportunities (workshops, webinars, multi-media communications) to bring Ceres expertise to the corporate, investor and advocacy communities.
Contribute to the collaborative environment of the Ceres Company Network Team through guidance and mentorship, ongoing training and direct supervision, as necessary, of new and existing team members.
Grow team revenue through development of fee for service project opportunities with companies within and beyond the Network.
Help build the pipeline of companies joining the Company Network by identifying prospective members and supporting the outreach process.
Assist in the planning of the annual Ceres Conference program and other events.
Represent Ceres externally by attending and speaking at relevant conferences and events.
Qualifications
Five years or more of full-time, direct experience beyond Internships working on sustainability and corporate responsibility issues in the corporate, investor or non-profit sectors.
Expertise on and understanding of those sustainability issues material to the food and beverage and retail sectors, including climate, water, agriculture, supply chains and human rights, as well as governance and disclosure systems.
Understanding of corporations (including corporate reporting and business strategy tools) and the socially responsible investment community.
Experience in North American context is required, coupled with an understanding of the broader international context for sustainability.
Proven project management experience, with demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
Demonstrated advocacy skills developed working to move change in an organization.
Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills for both internal and external audiences.
Effective facilitation skills with the ability to bring divergent ideas to a productive conclusion. Experience working with diverse constituents and making everyone feel valued and respected, a plus.
Sound judgment, sensitivity to diverse constituencies, excellent interpersonal skills, strong initiative and motivation.
Proven leadership and people skills, including a demonstrated ability to mentor the skills and effectiveness of other team members, with a special focus on equity.
Ability to move seamlessly between collaborative, team-driven activities and independent projects.
Ability to bring a positive outlook and energetic commitment to working at Ceres on a daily basis and to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Willingness to travel as needed to accomplish duties noted above.
Passion for accelerating and expanding the adoption of sustainable business practices and solutions to build a healthy global economy.
How to Apply
We encourage all applicants to review our website to familiarize themselves with Ceres before applying. Applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, two writing samples, and a list of three references, as well as complete the additional information as instructed when you go to ceres.org/about-us/career-opportunities select the “Manager, Company Network (Food & Beverage)” position and then at the bottom of the page click “Apply for this position.
”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.
Sep 24, 2019
Full time
Manager, Company Network (Food & Beverage)
Organization
Ceres is a sustainability nonprofit organization leading the most influential investors and companies to build leadership and drive solutions throughout the economy. Through powerful networks and advocacy, Ceres tackles 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 website ( www.ceres.org ).
Description and Responsibilities
The Ceres Company Network is a collaborative team of sustainable business strategists who bring a depth of expertise in environmental, social and governance issues to guide work with our members. Ceres member companies commit to solutions-oriented, long-term engagement with stakeholders and shareholders to improve their sustainability performance.
The Ceres Company Network comprises more than 50 leading U.S. companies that are setting the highest bar for sustainability leadership, committing to robust sustainability goals, and improving resiliency in their operations and supply chains. Ceres enjoys a unique, direct advocacy relationship with Network members, leveraging the Ceres Roadmap for Sustainability —our strategic vision and practical framework for sustainable corporations in the 21st century—as well as access to investors and other advocacy organizations to move companies to make environmental, social and governance considerations integral to their core business strategies.
We are seeking a Manager for the Company Network to act as the relationship manager for Ceres member companies in the food and beverage and retail sectors. The Manager will support Ceres’ strategy for accelerating sustainability leadership in these key sectors by helping member companies realize the competitive advantage of integrating ESG issues into core business strategies. The Manager will be part of a fifteen-person team working with companies to integrate sustainability into core business strategies, leveraging the Ceres Roadmap for Sustainability . This is a full-time position based in our Boston office with line reporting to one of the Directors of the Company Network.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Act as relationship manager for a portfolio of 8-10 companies in the Ceres Company Network—providing expert guidance on the sustainable business strategies of member companies, assessing and tracking their performance against the expectations of the Ceres Roadmap, and customizing annual engagement plans to drive company progress and leadership.
Manage and facilitate the ongoing, multi-stakeholder dialogues that bring together Ceres member companies with investors, social and environmental advocates, and other experts to advise the company’s sustainability strategy, disclosure, policy development and programmatic priorities covering topics such as climate and clean energy, water, agriculture, human rights, supply chains, governance for sustainability and disclosure.
Manage cross-organizational coordination on Ceres engagement strategy with the food and beverage and retail sectors, representing the Company Network’s priorities and theory of change.
Help develop and execute annual programmatic goals for advancing sustainability leadership within the food and beverage and retail sectors, as well as support strategic planning and results-driven performance for the Ceres Company Network.
Develop briefings or presentations for members of the Ceres leadership team in support of their engagement with companies, investors or other external audiences.
Participate in the design, development and implementation of tools and resources to drive forward leadership in corporate sustainability practice as laid out in the Ceres Roadmap for Sustainability.
Partner on developing external communications and engagement opportunities (workshops, webinars, multi-media communications) to bring Ceres expertise to the corporate, investor and advocacy communities.
Contribute to the collaborative environment of the Ceres Company Network Team through guidance and mentorship, ongoing training and direct supervision, as necessary, of new and existing team members.
Grow team revenue through development of fee for service project opportunities with companies within and beyond the Network.
Help build the pipeline of companies joining the Company Network by identifying prospective members and supporting the outreach process.
Assist in the planning of the annual Ceres Conference program and other events.
Represent Ceres externally by attending and speaking at relevant conferences and events.
Qualifications
Five years or more of full-time, direct experience beyond Internships working on sustainability and corporate responsibility issues in the corporate, investor or non-profit sectors.
Expertise on and understanding of those sustainability issues material to the food and beverage and retail sectors, including climate, water, agriculture, supply chains and human rights, as well as governance and disclosure systems.
Understanding of corporations (including corporate reporting and business strategy tools) and the socially responsible investment community.
Experience in North American context is required, coupled with an understanding of the broader international context for sustainability.
Proven project management experience, with demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
Demonstrated advocacy skills developed working to move change in an organization.
Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills for both internal and external audiences.
Effective facilitation skills with the ability to bring divergent ideas to a productive conclusion. Experience working with diverse constituents and making everyone feel valued and respected, a plus.
Sound judgment, sensitivity to diverse constituencies, excellent interpersonal skills, strong initiative and motivation.
Proven leadership and people skills, including a demonstrated ability to mentor the skills and effectiveness of other team members, with a special focus on equity.
Ability to move seamlessly between collaborative, team-driven activities and independent projects.
Ability to bring a positive outlook and energetic commitment to working at Ceres on a daily basis and to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Willingness to travel as needed to accomplish duties noted above.
Passion for accelerating and expanding the adoption of sustainable business practices and solutions to build a healthy global economy.
How to Apply
We encourage all applicants to review our website to familiarize themselves with Ceres before applying. Applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, two writing samples, and a list of three references, as well as complete the additional information as instructed when you go to ceres.org/about-us/career-opportunities select the “Manager, Company Network (Food & Beverage)” position and then at the bottom of the page click “Apply for this position.
”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.
Assistant to Vice Presidents
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 Assistant will support two of the four Vice Presidents who serve on the Program Management Team. This critical role provides administrative and logistical support and assists with internal and external communications for the Vice Presidents. This opening is designed for an extremely organized, self-starter who has a demonstrated track record of successfully working with senior staff. The position reports to two Vice Presidents and is based in Boston, MA.
Specific duties include, but are not limited to the following:
Provide administrative and logistical support to Vice Presidents
Prepare VPs for internal and external meetings ensuring materials are available or prepared for presentations
Book travel and draft trip itineraries for VPs
Manage calendars and prioritize meetings for VPs
Process expense reports, reimbursements, and other finance-related administrative duties
Track outreach to constituents and funders and update database with activity
Attend internal and external meetings in order to take notes, compile meeting minutes and produce next steps for meeting attendees
Provide writing support on communications to external partners
Assist with planning, coordination and logistics for Department meetings and events, including side meetings at the Ceres annual conference or team retreats
Coordinate and organize activities and meetings with internal and external partners
Conduct some research as directed by Vice Presidents
Work closely with other Assistant to VPs to assure coordination and alignment across Program Management Team
Complete other administrative projects as assigned by Vice Presidents
Qualifications
Minimum of four years of relevant work experience supporting a senior staff member
Sound judgment, sensitivity to diverse constituencies, excellent interpersonal skills, strong initiative and motivation
Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail required.
Successful record of organizing and advancing multiple projects and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Familiar with sustainability issues such as climate change, water risks, deforestation, etc., a plus
Strong writing skills to develop correspondence on behalf of senior staff members.
Strong oral skills
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Proficient with word-processing, spreadsheet, presentation, database, and e-mail applications
Familiarity with a CRM Database (such as Salesforce), a plus.
How to Apply
We encourage all applicants to review our website to familiarize themselves with Ceres before applying: www.ceres.org . Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume and list of three references. Please apply through the Ceres website, https://www.ceres.org/about-us/career-opportunities .
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.
Sep 24, 2019
Full time
Assistant to Vice Presidents
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 Assistant will support two of the four Vice Presidents who serve on the Program Management Team. This critical role provides administrative and logistical support and assists with internal and external communications for the Vice Presidents. This opening is designed for an extremely organized, self-starter who has a demonstrated track record of successfully working with senior staff. The position reports to two Vice Presidents and is based in Boston, MA.
Specific duties include, but are not limited to the following:
Provide administrative and logistical support to Vice Presidents
Prepare VPs for internal and external meetings ensuring materials are available or prepared for presentations
Book travel and draft trip itineraries for VPs
Manage calendars and prioritize meetings for VPs
Process expense reports, reimbursements, and other finance-related administrative duties
Track outreach to constituents and funders and update database with activity
Attend internal and external meetings in order to take notes, compile meeting minutes and produce next steps for meeting attendees
Provide writing support on communications to external partners
Assist with planning, coordination and logistics for Department meetings and events, including side meetings at the Ceres annual conference or team retreats
Coordinate and organize activities and meetings with internal and external partners
Conduct some research as directed by Vice Presidents
Work closely with other Assistant to VPs to assure coordination and alignment across Program Management Team
Complete other administrative projects as assigned by Vice Presidents
Qualifications
Minimum of four years of relevant work experience supporting a senior staff member
Sound judgment, sensitivity to diverse constituencies, excellent interpersonal skills, strong initiative and motivation
Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail required.
Successful record of organizing and advancing multiple projects and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Familiar with sustainability issues such as climate change, water risks, deforestation, etc., a plus
Strong writing skills to develop correspondence on behalf of senior staff members.
Strong oral skills
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Proficient with word-processing, spreadsheet, presentation, database, and e-mail applications
Familiarity with a CRM Database (such as Salesforce), a plus.
How to Apply
We encourage all applicants to review our website to familiarize themselves with Ceres before applying: www.ceres.org . Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume and list of three references. Please apply through the Ceres website, https://www.ceres.org/about-us/career-opportunities .
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.
Manager, Federal Policy
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 Manager, Federal Policy position supports Ceres’ policy work, with a focus on federal-level policy. This a full-time position, preferably based in Boston, MA, but certain considerations may be made for candidates based in the Washington, D.C. area. This position is designed for a highly motivated, self-starter with prior policy experience looking to be an advocate for strong and effective federal climate and clean energy policies. The position will report to the Director, Federal Policy.
Specific duties include, but are not limited to the following:
Partner with Director on developing and refining strategy for federal program work as it fits into team’s overall vision
Work with policy team to identify policy priorities, develop plan for policy engagement, and execute plan
Track key developments related to federal policy – with an emphasis on certain target lawmakers
Stay abreast of policy issues on the federal level related to climate, energy and transportation Use earned media, advocacy days, national & regional meetings, direct engagement with policymakers, and other strategies to impact policy positions & outcomes
Develop, maintain, and expand relationships with external partners and key allies, non-profits, trade associations, think tanks, communications firms, lobbyists, etc.)
Identify opportunities to leverage policy work to recruit new Ceres BICEP Network and engage Ceres Investor Network for Climate Risk and Sustainability members
Represent Ceres at conferences, seminars, press conferences and meetings as spokesperson for project or program work
Prepare materials and prep participants for investor and business engagements with press, legislative staffers, federal lawmakers
Recruit investors and businesses to engage in federal policy advocacy opportunities
Supervise member of the federal policy team including project management, training and evaluation duties
Support team in training new staff or providing professional development to team members
Coordinate with other program teams (such as Investor Network, Communications, Development, Climate and Energy or Operations) as needed to accomplish organizational objectives
Participate in crafting fundraising proposals to support designated project or program work
As needed, participate in meetings with current and potential funders
Support organizing and logistical activities related to Ceres’ Annual Conference
Support special projects of Policy Program, as necessary
Qualifications
Five years or more of direct experience working environment, energy, and/or transportation policy issues.
Demonstrated ability to bring an advocacy perspective to both analysis and corporate engagement and to make clear recommendations for actions and next steps.
Prior experience managing and training staff or interns.
Effective presentation style as well as strong speaking and written communication skills.
Sound judgment, sensitivity to diverse constituencies, excellent interpersonal skills, strong initiative and motivation.
Experience cultivating effective supervisory relationships (across gender identity, race ethnicity, and socio-economic backgrounds) with direct reports.
Demonstrated strong project management skills of multiple, complex projects.
Planning expertise and delivering projects on deadline and within time and resource budgets.
Successful record of coordinating and facilitating multi-stakeholder dialogues.
Ability to work as part of a team and take a collaborative approach.
Ability to bring a positive outlook to working at Ceres.
Willingness to travel as needed.
Proficient with word-processing, spreadsheet, presentation, database, and e-mail computer applications.
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 cover letter, resume, 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.
Sep 24, 2019
Full time
Manager, Federal Policy
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 Manager, Federal Policy position supports Ceres’ policy work, with a focus on federal-level policy. This a full-time position, preferably based in Boston, MA, but certain considerations may be made for candidates based in the Washington, D.C. area. This position is designed for a highly motivated, self-starter with prior policy experience looking to be an advocate for strong and effective federal climate and clean energy policies. The position will report to the Director, Federal Policy.
Specific duties include, but are not limited to the following:
Partner with Director on developing and refining strategy for federal program work as it fits into team’s overall vision
Work with policy team to identify policy priorities, develop plan for policy engagement, and execute plan
Track key developments related to federal policy – with an emphasis on certain target lawmakers
Stay abreast of policy issues on the federal level related to climate, energy and transportation Use earned media, advocacy days, national & regional meetings, direct engagement with policymakers, and other strategies to impact policy positions & outcomes
Develop, maintain, and expand relationships with external partners and key allies, non-profits, trade associations, think tanks, communications firms, lobbyists, etc.)
Identify opportunities to leverage policy work to recruit new Ceres BICEP Network and engage Ceres Investor Network for Climate Risk and Sustainability members
Represent Ceres at conferences, seminars, press conferences and meetings as spokesperson for project or program work
Prepare materials and prep participants for investor and business engagements with press, legislative staffers, federal lawmakers
Recruit investors and businesses to engage in federal policy advocacy opportunities
Supervise member of the federal policy team including project management, training and evaluation duties
Support team in training new staff or providing professional development to team members
Coordinate with other program teams (such as Investor Network, Communications, Development, Climate and Energy or Operations) as needed to accomplish organizational objectives
Participate in crafting fundraising proposals to support designated project or program work
As needed, participate in meetings with current and potential funders
Support organizing and logistical activities related to Ceres’ Annual Conference
Support special projects of Policy Program, as necessary
Qualifications
Five years or more of direct experience working environment, energy, and/or transportation policy issues.
Demonstrated ability to bring an advocacy perspective to both analysis and corporate engagement and to make clear recommendations for actions and next steps.
Prior experience managing and training staff or interns.
Effective presentation style as well as strong speaking and written communication skills.
Sound judgment, sensitivity to diverse constituencies, excellent interpersonal skills, strong initiative and motivation.
Experience cultivating effective supervisory relationships (across gender identity, race ethnicity, and socio-economic backgrounds) with direct reports.
Demonstrated strong project management skills of multiple, complex projects.
Planning expertise and delivering projects on deadline and within time and resource budgets.
Successful record of coordinating and facilitating multi-stakeholder dialogues.
Ability to work as part of a team and take a collaborative approach.
Ability to bring a positive outlook to working at Ceres.
Willingness to travel as needed.
Proficient with word-processing, spreadsheet, presentation, database, and e-mail computer applications.
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 cover letter, resume, 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.
