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Locations Washington, D.C.; Boston, MA; Denver, CO; Austin, TX; Chicago, IL; Atlanta, GA; Baltimore, MD; Madison, WI; Oakland, CA; New Brunswick, NJ; Raleigh, NC We know all about the damage we’re doing to the planet: climate change, plastic pollution, wildlife disappearing forever. But solutions are all around us: better solar panels, better energy storage technology, better electric cars, and on and on. Our mission—the thing that drives everything we do—is to harness our country’s wealth, our technology and our imagination to make our world a greener, healthier and more sustainable place to live for all of us. Imagine yourself organizing a town hall meeting on solar power. Or building a community coalition to keep local waters clean. Imagine building the organizational power—the funds, the membership, the activist base and more—that it takes to keep all of this critical work going for the long haul. That’s what you’ll do with Environment America during this two-year fellowship program. We work to mobilize the support it takes to build more solar and wind power, reduce global warming pollution, keep our beaches, rivers and streams clean, protect our wildlife and wild places, and hold polluters accountable when they violate our environmental laws. What you'll do Build powerful coalitions:   Reach out to small business owners, farmers, public health officials and others to demonstrate support for our policy goals Earn traditional media and social media attention:   Organize news conferences and write opinion pieces. Build a following on Facebook and Twitter for your campaigns Lobby elected officials:   Coordinate strategy with a champion in Congress. Make a convincing case to a legislator who is undecided on a particular vote. Work the “inside game” to complement our outside field operation, where most of our power is derived Research and write reports:   Catalogue and analyze sources of carbon pollution in the U.S. Detail the success of the Clean Water Act in our reports. Help influence public debate and earn media attention for our cause Identify and cultivate donors:   Reach out to foundations and major donors and ask them to fund our work to tackle global warming, promote clean energy, and protect our most spectacular natural areas Run a grassroots campaign office each summer of your fellowship:   Hire and manage a staff of 20 canvassers. Raise money, build our organization and membership, and help win one of our key campaigns Pay & Benefits The target annual compensation for this position is $27,000 in the first year. Environment America offers a competitive benefits package. We also offer an excellent training program and opportunities for advancement. Positions start in August 2019. Immediate positions also available.

Position Summary:   Friends of the Earth is seeking a full time senior campaigner to manage our West Coast activities within our Climate-Friendly Food Campaign. The campaign aims to leverage K-12, municipal and higher education food policies and purchasing dollars to drive market shifts toward fewer and more sustainable animal products and healthy, climate-friendly, plant-forward food.  The primary focus for this position will be the K-12 school food sector. The senior campaigner will also support Friends of the Earth’s work to expose the devastating impact of factory farms and support our work to fight Trump’s pro-corporate, anti-environmental agenda as it relates to animal agriculture. Please see our website for more information on Friends of the Earth’s   Climate-Friendly Food   and   school food work . Friends of the Earth-U.S., founded by David Brower in 1969, is the U.S. voice of the world’s largest federation of grassroots environmental groups, with a presence in 75 countries. Friends of the Earth works to defend the environment and champion a more healthy and just world. To accomplish our mission, Friends of the Earth works at the nexus of environmental protection, economic policy and social justice to fundamentally transform the way our country and the world value people and the environment. Our current campaigns focus on promoting clean energy and solutions to climate change, ensuring the food we eat and products we use are sustainable and safe for our health and the environment, and protecting marine ecosystems and the people who live and work near them. This work is carried out by our team of 56 staff in our Berkeley, California and Washington, D.C. offices, as well as some remote locations. Friends of the Earth’s Food and Agriculture Program is working to rapidly transition our food system to one that is sustainable, healthy and just. We carry out policy and market campaigns to advance three fundamental shifts in our food system: from toxic and chemical intensive to healthy, organic and ecologically regenerative; from corporate controlled to democratically governed; and from a deeply inequitable system to one that advances justice and fulfills the needs of all eaters now and in the future. Responsibilities Strategy and Policy Development Help design effective strategies to promote climate-friendly food procurement practices and policies, with a primary focus on West Coast school districts. Identify policy opportunities and work with allies to advance climate-friendly food policies at the local and state levels, with a particular focus on California. Design effective strategies for engaging diverse allies, communities and activists in Friends of the Earth’s healthy, climate-friendly food campaign.   Information Dissemination and Technical Support Help organize and facilitate regional Healthy, Climate-Friendly School forums and gatherings   that bring together school sustainability staff, nutrition service directors, and health, environmental and food NGOs and government officials to share best practices, resources and strategies for overcoming obstacles to climate-friendly food service. Provide technical support and culturally appropriate, climate-friendly food resources to school foodservice professionals, parent advocates, elected officials, and relevant agency staff. Create effective resources and marketing materials for schools and municipalities to implement healthy, climate-friendly food. Disseminate information on climate-friendly food via conferences, panels, webinars, blogs and other strategic vehicles   Organizing Design an organizing program to engage our members, parents, students and others in climate-friendly food advocacy activities at the school district and municipal levels. Provide technical assistance and support our members and others who want to make changes in their school districts or pass local legislation in municipalities in support of climate-friendly food. Advocate directly with school foodservice professionals, School Board members, institutional food service operators, relevant agency staff and elected officials for an increase in climate-friendly food offerings.   Local and State Policy and Advocacy Design, implement and collaborate on innovative policy campaigns aimed at reducing the consumption of industrially produced animal products at the local and state level. Engage directly and build support for climate-friendly school food in relevant state agencies such as departments of education or agriculture.   Communications and Fundraising Work with our communications department to promote climate-friendly food in traditional and social media, including press monitoring and drafting press releases and social media messages. Represent Friends of the Earth in media interviews and at public events. Work with the Food and Agriculture Deputy Director and Development department to support fundraising development and to cultivate relationships with donors and foundations.   Additional Responsibilities Support Friends of the Earth’s national and west coast advocacy work to expose the harmful impact of factory farms, meat industry concentration and greenwashing by companies and restaurant chains as well as our work to fight Trump’s pro-corporate, anti-environmental agenda as it relates to animal agriculture. Manage interns as needed.   Requirements Five years of experience and demonstrated success in campaigns leading to institutional change, preferably in the food arena at a campaign-oriented organization. Excellent writing, strategic thinking, relationship building, strategic communications, organizing, market and policy advocacy, public speaking and facilitation skills. Ability to travel frequently in California and other West coast states.   Skills and Knowledge Required A demonstrated commitment to the environment and social justice, and ability to work in coordination with diverse organizations and coalitions. Passion for promoting healthy, climate-friendly, plant-forward and sustainable food, including organic, pasture-raised, higher welfare animal products. Experience with policy, institutional food, corporate engagement and/or market campaign organizing and a desire to have a major impact on institutional foodservice.. Strong understanding of health and environmental issues related to food. Ability to balance multiple projects in a self directed manner and successfully complete a range of campaign activities including advocacy, online and offline organizing, event organizing, public speaking, policy development, research, and communications. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to inspire trust and respect among colleagues and partners. Excellent decision-making skills, professional initiative, time management, prioritization and networking skills, demonstrated initiative, flexibility and creativity. Ability to work with remote staff and supervisors. Willingness and ability to travel frequently (particularly in the West Coast region, with occasional travel to DC or other regions)   Additional relevant qualifications: Background in health, nutrition or environmental policy preferred but not required. Sophisticated oral and written communication skills and comfort with presenting material to a wide range of audiences, including the public, the press, businesses and government officials Knowledge and understanding of legislative and executive branch processes in state government and strategic approach to both policy and politics. Understanding of federal and state regulations pertaining to school food is a plus. Knowledge and understanding of pathways to influence school food policies and practices is preferred but not required. Fundraising experience including writing and securing foundation grants.   Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com

Environment California is hiring an experienced advocate to protect public health and the environment by shifting California’s electricity, cars, and buildings to be powered by 100% clean, renewable energy. Especially when the federal government is rolling back clean air laws, the need for leadership from California is more critical than ever. The top area of focus will be the transportation system, our state’s largest source of air pollution and global warming pollution. We need to accelerate the transition to 100% clean electric vehicles, including clean trucks, buses and cars. Mission and Background Environment California is a policy and action group with tens of thousands of supporters across the state. Our mission is to protect clean air, clean water and open space. Over the last 15 years we have won campaigns to dramatically expand the use of solar and other clean energy, and get cleaner cars and buses on the road. We’ve reduced plastic pollution flowing into the Pacific Ocean, we’ve stopped oil drilling and blocked efforts to expand fracking, and protected our parks and beaches and forests throughout the state. The Clean Energy Advocate is responsible for developing our strategy, approach and local message to win campaigns. The advocate will meet with local decision-makers and opinion leaders and represent our organization to allies and the media. Advocates also help to build and foster our membership, grassroots and online base of support. Finally, the advocate will help recruit staff and volunteers to join us, fundraise for our programs, and maintain good systems for tracking and building on our work. Representative Responsibilities Program:   Run the California clean energy program, participating in and overseeing policy development, research and messaging. Advocacy:   Bring problems and solutions to the attention of decision-makers—including state legislators, people on the governor’s staff, state regulators and local officials. Develop appropriate messages and materials for making the case to decision-makers. Build relationships with key players in the state, the region and at the federal level. Campaign strategy:   Develop plans to win on our campaigns for trucks, buses and cars that run on 100% clean energy. Assess opportunities for building political support for our agenda through coalition-building, grassroots organizing, media coverage, endorsements and message development. Media outreach:   Serve as the public spokesperson for our environmental campaigns through media events, press releases, editorial board meetings and other outreach with a goal of building name recognition for the organization, educating the public about our issues, and building and demonstrating support for our positions. Coalition building:   Identify, reach out and work with partners who can help us win our campaigns. Fundraising:   Write grant proposals, build relationships with foundation staff and meet with donors, all to bring more resources to campaigns we're waging to protect our environment. Staff recruitment and development:   Recruit new staff and volunteers to increase our impact and build our power. Qualifications Candidates must have at least 3-5 years of relevant professional experience. Qualified candidates will have a demonstrated commitment to environmental and public interest issues and to citizen-based social change, as well as a track record of leadership. We're looking for goal-driven and results-oriented individuals who have excellent verbal, writing and analytical skills, the ability to speak persuasively in a charged atmosphere, and enthusiasm for the work. The ideal candidate will have experience in state-level political advocacy and organizing, a proven ability to recruit, train and develop staff, the ability to raise money, and demonstrated success in building relationships with the full spectrum of environmental and political stakeholders. Pay & Benefits Target annual compensation for this position is commensurate with the relevant professional experience and/or advanced degrees that a candidate has. Environment California offers a competitive benefits package. Location Oakland, Sacramento or Los Angeles, CA Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com

Communications Manager, Food and Water    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 web site ( www.ceres.org ). Description and Responsibilities The Communications Manager of Water and Food will develop and execute short and long-term communications and marketing strategies for our Food and Water initiatives to elevate the leadership and actions of influential investors and companies on a host of sustainability issues, including water, food and deforestation, and expand Ceres position as a thought leader on these issues in the U.S. and around the globe.  Ceres works with the most influential investors and companies to tackle sustainability risks and opportunities, and reduce the impacts of threats on our planet and natural resources, including fresh sources of water and forests.  Embedded within the Water and Food team, and working closely with the Communications and Marketing team, the Manager will be responsible for executing media strategies and generating earned media coverage through an array of media relations and cultivation tactics. This position will be responsible for developing related-media materials and placing thought leadership columns in targeted investor, business and financial outlets, while leveraging messaging and content around key Ceres and external events and moments.  This position will also support the execution of paid and unpaid marketing strategies, developing corresponding materials to market key reports and investor engagement tools, and campaigns and initiatives, and provide input on website, social media and eCommunity messaging to amplify impact across Ceres’ digital platforms.  This is a full-time salaried position. This person will report to the Senior Director, Water and Food and have a dotted line relationship to the Department Director of Communications and Marketing.  Specific duties include, but are not limited to the following: Work closely with communications and marketing team to develop and execute long-term communications and marketing strategies for Ceres Conduct targeted media relations and outreach to generate uptake in earned news coverage of Ceres experts/thought leadership as well as investor and company leadership and action. Work with Ceres experts and investor and company media spokespeople to conduct on-the-record interviews, provide quotes and statements, author columns/op-eds and editorials, and support social media amplification. Execute media strategies for research reports and initiative rollouts, ensuring coordination internally and with external partners, and consistency in framing, messaging and design.  Identify key events and moments to leverage messaging and content, ensuring activities are coordinated and organized closely together with relevant initiatives, and with Ceres’ overall communications and marketing priorities and calendar.  Support strategies for paid and unpaid marketing tactics to market reports, investor engagement tools, and campaigns and initiatives. Identify and cultivate new strategic (paid and unpaid) media/social media partnerships. Provide input on website, social media, eCommunity messaging to amplify impact across all Ceres’ digital platforms.  Ensure regular communications with investor and company communications staff to cultivate and maintain those relationships. Provide communications and marketing support as needed for key Ceres events (e.g. Ceres Conference, Investor Summit on Climate Risk, etc.). Qualifications Bachelor degree, required.  Graduate degree, preferred. 5 years of work experience in journalism, communications, public relations, required. Experience developing media relations strategies and working in fast-paced media environments. Strong writing and fact-checking skills with experience writing for media audiences including pitches, press releases, statements, columns/op-eds, etc. Experience with producing content that resonate with various audiences including media, policymakers and the business community. Demonstrated interest in water and food and/or sustainability issues, preferred. Existing relationships with water and food, business and financial reporters, preferred. Experience managing and strengthening relationships and coordinating with multiple partners. Strong pitching and organizational skills. Ability to regularly evaluate workload and prioritize projects. Able to direct and manage multiple projects at the same time. Able to work well independently and as a team member. Comfortable working with different personalities and people. Desire to work in a mission-driven and nonprofit environment. 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, 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.     

Communications Manager, Climate and Energy   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 web site ( www.ceres.org ). Description and Responsibilities Progress toward advancing climate solutions at the pace and scale necessary to stabilize the climate hinges like never before on actions, investments and leadership by the business and investor communities. Ceres is poised to dramatically ramp up its communications strategies to amplify meaningful private sector climate and clean energy commitments, and bold actions to accelerate the transition to the low-carbon economy. This includes actions to decarbonize the electric power and transportation sectors, such as through investments in renewable energy, energy efficiency and electric vehicle infrastructure, as well as corporate and investor actions to adopt science-based greenhouse gas emissions reductions targets, analyze and disclose exposure to climate-related risks, and shift spending from high carbon to clean energy.  The Communications Manager, Climate and Energy position will develop and support execution of short and long-term communications planning, including strategies that generate an uptake in earned media coverage on climate and clean energy leadership by elevating the voices and actions of influential investors and companies through an array of traditional, digital and social vehicles and tactics.  Working closely with the communications and marketing team as well as the climate and energy team at Ceres, this position will be responsible for executing on both planned and rapid response activities that are pivotal in expanding Ceres’ position as a climate and clean energy thought leader in the U.S. and beyond.  This is a full-time salaried position. This person will report to the Vice President of Climate and Energy and have a dotted line relationship to the Department Director of Communications and Marketing.  Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Develop and support execution of long-term communications plan for the Ceres climate and energy team, which works to transform the oil and gas, electric power, insurance, and transportation sectors. Conduct targeted media relations and outreach to generate uptake in earned news coverage of Ceres experts/thought leadership as well as investor and company leadership and action. Identify, train, and deploy Ceres experts and investor and company media spokespeople to conduct on-the-record interviews, provide quotes and statements, author columns/op-eds and editorials, and participate in social media outreach. Work closely with communications and marketing team to develop media toolkits for research reports and initiative rollouts, ensuring coordination internally and with external partners, and consistency in framing, messaging and design.  Identify key communications priorities and moments, help ensure communications elements are coordinated and organized closely together with relevant initiatives, and integrate climate and energy communications plans with Ceres’ overall communications and marketing priorities calendar.  Support strategies for paid and unpaid media via columns/blogs and multi-media content to promote solutions-oriented stories, demonstrating the economic benefits (jobs, savings, etc.) of business and investment decisions that advance climate solutions. Develop media plan to elevate Ceres’ carbon asset risk initiative and continue to amplify investor engagement and strong shareholder votes. Coordinate and help manage relationship with long-time external consultant on transportation-related communications activities and messaging. Develop, maintain, and expand relationships with external partner organizations and coalitions to coordinate and amplify impact and messaging. Identify and cultivate new strategic (paid and unpaid) media/social media partnerships. Support Ceres digital communications and marketing team with input on social media, eCommunity, annual report and other content needs to amplify impact and messaging on digital platforms.  Ensure regular communications with investor and company media spokespeople and their communications staff, as well as with reporters and producers, to cultivate and maintain those relationships. Provide communications and marketing support as needed for key Ceres events (e.g.,. annual Ceres Conference, biennial Investor Summit, etc.). Qualifications Bachelor degree, required.  Graduate degree, preferred. 5 years of work experience in journalism, communications, public relations, required. Experience developing media relations strategies and working in fast-paced media environments. Strong writing and fact-checking skills with experience writing for traditional and digital media audiences including pitches, press releases, statements, columns/op-eds, etc. Experience with producing content and messaging that resonates with various audiences including traditional and digital media, and the business community. Demonstrated interest in climate and clean energy and/or sustainability issues, preferred. Existing relationships with business, climate and energy reporters and broadcast producers, preferred. Experience working on environment, energy, and/or transportation, oil and gas, electric power issues. Experience managing and strengthening relationships and coordinating with multiple partners and coalitions, and/or consultants. Strong pitching and organizational skills. Ability to regularly evaluate workload and prioritize projects. Able to direct and manage multiple projects at the same time. Able to work well independently and as a team member. Comfortable working with different personalities and people. Desire to work in a mission-driven and nonprofit environment. 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.     

Director, Investor Network    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 plays a key relationship management role on the Investor Network.  The Ceres Investor Network on Climate Risk and Sustainability is a group of more than 150 leading institutional investors with collective assets under management of over $17.3 trillion. We are looking for candidates who are strategic thinkers and understand U.S. institutional investment finance markets.  The Ceres Investor Network is specifically looking for someone that will manage high-level engagement with institutional investors to recruit, retain and engage members of our Investor Network, primarily based on the East Coast .   This full-time position is based in Boston, MA, and reports to the Senior Program Director of the Investor Network team.  Specific duties include, but are not limited to the following: Manage and deepen Ceres’ relationships with asset owners and asset managers, serving a dedicated portfolio of investors. Develop strategic plans for engaging priority members in Ceres initiatives and campaigns, supporting the members in integrating material ESG issues into their investment processes. Recruit strategic new asset owner and asset manager members to the Investor Network from both the U.S. and Canada and encourage their action on ESG issues. Promote “sustainable investment” policies and practices that incorporate environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors into the investment decision-making process. Manage or contribute to one or more Investor Network working groups and project work with investors. Partner with the Communications team in developing media messaging and communications materials, such as op-eds, press releases, reports, and blogs. Attend and participate in key investor meetings and events. Track Investor Network member progress and impact on sustainable investment metrics including implementation of 21st   Century Investor Blueprint steps, new investment commitments, and participation in Ceres working groups utilizing the Ceres Salesforce platform. Make public presentations at investor conferences on ESG integration issues, low carbon/clean energy investment opportunities, Ceres policy priorities or other special topics of interest to Ceres and Investor Network members. Partner with Program Director in funder meetings and outreach to potential new funders, with the Ceres Development Team. Participate in planning and organizing Ceres annual conference and program events for both the Investor Network. Partner with Senior Program Director on team management and annual planning. Train and supervise other Investor Network team staff or interns. Travel as necessary for relationship management purposes. Qualifications Bachelor degree required.   Graduate degree in business, environment, law or public policy preferred. At least ten years of work experience, preferably direct experience working in investment sector on sustainability-related issues. Knowledge of climate and energy issues desirable. An understanding of institutional investors and financial markets. Demonstrated experience with relationship management. Sound judgment, sensitivity to diverse constituencies, excellent interpersonal skills, strong initiative and motivation. Strong writing skills. Effective oral and written communication skills, especially with senior-level executives. Public speaking skills. Strong project management skills and attention to detail. Successful record of organizing multiple projects, delivering on time, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. 3+ years of experience supervising staff, including ability to provide training and support staff development. 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. Interest and willingness to be trained on specific applications necessary for work: ReadyTalk, Salesforce, listserv program, Bloomberg Terminal, etc.   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, 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.

Position Summary:   NRDC is seeking a Climate Advisor to work with the City of Austin as part of the American Cities Climate Challenge (ACCC). The American Cities Climate Challenge is an unprecedented opportunity for 20 ambitious cities to significantly deepen and accelerate their efforts to tackle climate change and promote a sustainable future for their residents. The Climate Advisor will work with city officials to assist with the execution of initiatives designed to advance carbon reductions through policies and programs focused on transportation and building energy efficiency.  The Climate Advisor will be part of a network of similar positions located in cities across the country to support these building, energy, and transportation initiatives and will therefore be engaged at the local, regional, and national levels to advance the city’s goals. The position will interface with key influencers and decision-makers within city government, including Austin Energy, Austin Transportation Department, Building Services Department,  the business community, and other organizations in the community. This is a limited term role through 12/31/2020   Learn more about the ACCC at:  https://www.bloomberg.org/program/environment/climatechallenge/ Responsibilities Project Management : Develop and execute a detailed work plan to implement the city’s plans for climate mitigation through transportation and buildings policies and programs with expertise in performance management. Stakeholder Outreach and Management : Lead various work streams including but not limited to outreach to stakeholders, both internal to city government and the broader community of private sector, non-profit, philanthropic, and community partners; drafting internal and public-facing documents; navigating internal city processes in coordination with our partners; develop public outreach and engagement strategies for transportation priorities including transportation demand management,  parking management, adoption of electric vehicles, and promotion of new low carbon mobility options.  Work closely with staff to build on success of the Energy Conservation Audit and Disclosure Ordinance to drive energy efficiency in existing buildings.   Experience incorporating the perspectives of multiple communities, including communities of color, in the consideration of impacts and outcomes of a decision-making process.     Education and Policy Engagement : Educate city stakeholders and the local community on the importance of addressing climate change through transportation and buildings policies and programs. Successfully support sustainability measures in the face of competing city priorities. Provide legislative review and policy research and analysis, with a focus on transportation and buildings policies and programs, specifically parking management, transportation demand management, EV promotion, bicycle and pedestrian networks and energy efficiency in buildings. Develop an engagement strategy to better represent Austin residents and stakeholders on climate issues, focusing on frontline communities that are often underrepresented in civic forums.    Financing Tools and Strategies:  Assemble options and best practices, including examples from other cities, to finance the incremental costs of carbon reduction strategies and programs. Financial tools could include those available to municipal government as well as the private sector. Familiarity with innovative financing tools as well as fiscal justification including cost benefit analysis and life cycle cost models. Network Development : Develop and manage strong relationships with the city government, key stakeholders, and partners in the community. Maintain appropriate communication and information flow with community partners. Challenge Participation : Actively participate in the ACCC network of cities. This includes joining regularly scheduled calls, participating in online trainings, and attending in-person convenings. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a related field; Master’s degree preferred At least 3 years of advocacy experience on climate change, transportation and energy efficiency policy preferred. Experience working with or collaborating with municipal government preferred. Exceptional strategic thinking, analytical, and interpersonal skills. Experience managing cross-functional projects in a team setting, including developing project plans and managing timelines. Experience working at the intersection of equity and environment preferred. Experience collaborating with diverse stakeholders to achieve goals. Excellent writing skills, strong verbal communication, and confident public speaker with an ability to present to diverse audiences, specifically racially, ethnically, and socioeconomically diverse communities. Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com

Position Summary:   NRDC is seeking a Climate Advisor to work with the Ci ty of Saint Paul as part of the American Cities Climate Challenge (ACCC). The American Cities Climate Challenge is an unprecedented opportunity for 20 ambitious cities to significantly deepen and accelerate their efforts to tackle climate change and promote a sustainable future for their residents. The Climate Advisor will work with city officials to assist with the execution of initiatives designed to advance carbon reductions through policies and programs focused primarily on transportation with potential to work on buildings and energy.  The Climate Advisor will be part of a network of similar positions located in cities across the country to support these building, energy, and transportation initiatives and will therefore be engaged at the local, regional, and national levels to advance the city’s goals. The position will interface with key influencers and decision-makers within city government, the real estate and transportation sectors, utility companies, industry, and other organizations in the community. This is a limited term role through 12/31/2020   Learn more about the ACCC at: https://www.bloomberg.org/program/environment/climatechallenge/ Responsibilities Project Management : Develop and execute a detailed work plan to implement the city’s plans for climate mitigation through transportation and buildings policies and programs with expertise in performance management. Implement the city’s Mobility Hub Project (electric vehicle sharing hubs) and transportation behavior change/incentives work, possibly coordinate the city’s building efficiency initiatives. Stakeholder Outreach and Management : Lead various work streams including but not limited to outreach to stakeholders, both internal to city government and the broader community of private sector, non-profit, philanthropic, and community partners; drafting internal and public-facing documents; navigating internal city processes in coordination with our partners; develop public outreach and engagement strategies for transportation priorities including bicycle and pedestrian networks  and  incentive programs to transform commuter behaviors.    Incorporate the perspectives of multiple communities, including communities of color and low-income communities, in the consideration of impacts and outcomes of a decision-making process.     Education and Policy Engagement : Educate city stakeholders and the local community on the importance of addressing climate change through transportation and buildings policies and programs. Successfully support sustainability measures in the face of competing city priorities. Provide legislative review and policy research and analysis, with a focus on transportation policies and programs, specifically low carbon mobility, and energy efficiency in buildings through municipal retrofits, energy codes enforcement and performance standards for existing buildings. Develop an engagement strategy to better represent Saint Paul residents and stakeholders on climate issues, focusing on frontline communities that are often underrepresented in civic forums.      Network Development : Develop and manage strong relationships with the city government, key stakeholders, and partners in the community, especially City of Minneapolis resiliency staff. Maintain appropriate communication and information flow with community partners. Challenge Participation : Actively participate in the ACCC network of cities. This includes joining regularly scheduled calls, participating in online trainings, and attending in-person convenings. Identify ways to leverage relationships with other ACCC cities, especially the City of Minneapolis to increase impact. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a related field; Master’s degree preferred At least 3 years of advocacy experience on climate and transportation policy. Additional experience with buildings or clean energy policy preferred. Experience working at the city level preferred Exceptional strategic thinking, analytical, and interpersonal skills Experience managing projects in a team setting, including developing project plans and managing timelines Experience working at the intersection of equity and environment preferred Experience collaborating with diverse stakeholders to achieve goals. Excellent writing skills, strong verbal communication, and confident public speaker with an ability to present to diverse audiences, specifically racially, ethnically, and socioeconomically diverse communities. Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com

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 and Responsibilities  The Vice President, Initiatives and Campaigns will oversee Ceres’ Capital Markets Systems, Climate and Energy, and Water and Food Programs, in a fast-paced, not-for-profit, organization with a $19+ million budget. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced professional to build on Ceres’ solid achievements in promoting private sector leadership on a wide range of sustainability issues.  The Vice President, Initiatives and Campaigns will serve on the five-person Program Management Team to ensure programmatic alignment, coordination and impact across the organization. S/he will supervise a diverse team of issue experts who lead and manage Ceres’ programmatic teams.  S/he will also support staff to develop and implement effective strategies, initiatives, and campaigns that advance Ceres’ mission. In addition, the Vice President of Initiatives and Campaigns will ensure effective evaluation, measurement and communications of Ceres’ programmatic successes in order to continually grow and enhance Ceres leadership in the sustainability field.   This role shares cross-organizational responsibilities with the Program Management Team focused on the efficient deployment of Ceres Network members and other key assets to support Ceres’ policy work, as well as initiatives and campaigns. S/he will participate in regular assessment of existing programs and new opportunities, support fundraising efforts, communicate Ceres’ impact and successes, and manage special projects to grow or enhance initiative and campaign priorities. The position is well-suited for someone with strong internal management capabilities, as well as the experience and ability to represent Ceres externally in a wide range of settings. In particular, the Vice President, Initiatives and Campaigns will serve as a high-level ambassador to Ceres’ company members, policy-makers, funders, and donors representing the organization in public and private forums.  The Vice President will report to the Chief Program Officer/Executive Vice President. Specifically, the Vice President of Initiatives and Campaigns will: Oversee development of Ceres’ overall programmatic and campaign strategies, Assure programmatic and campaign strategies maximize the impacts of our work across race, gender identity, and socio-economic background, to build Ceres influence and achieve the organization’s outcomes and goals.  Serve on cross-organizational Program Management Team, collaboratively engaging with the Chief Program Officer/Executive Vice President and the Vice Presidents of Government Relations, Networks, and Innovation and Evaluation providing expert input and guidance into decisions affecting the development of programmatic strategy. Partner with ET and PMT colleague on strategic allocation of resources. Work with senior staff to ensure development and implementation of results-driven strategies to increase revenue for programs and campaigns and achieve organizational outcomes and goals. Regularly solicit strategy and issue expertise from senior staff, including the other Vice Presidents and Program Directors, to support effective decision-making and development of program strategy. Supervise and support senior staff ensuring they are resourced and empowered to lead on staff, program, and budget management to achieve the objectives of their specific teams. Support senior staff to build diverse teams, to include a mixed composition of race, gender identity, and socio-economic background, to better reflect the populations we are working with and working to positively impact. Guide and mentor senior staff in strategy development and execution. Oversee the development, implementation and evaluation of results-driven and integrated cross-program annual work plans. Ensure strong coordination between Ceres’ Initiatives and Campaigns with our Government Relations, Networks, and Innovation and Evaluation teams and activities, including deployment of systems to support alignment. Work in partnership with the Development and Finance teams to develop and deliver fundraising targets. Support Development in major donor and foundation cultivation, solicitation and stewardship activities, participating in high-level relationships as needed. Ensure that Program Directors and other senior staff are showcased as issue experts and elevate their and Ceres’ public profiles as spokespeople for Ceres’ work. Engage in high-level external relationship building or public speaking events to increase Ceres’ influence and impact. Other duties as they arise. Qualifications Graduate degree, in relevant area, preferred.  Bachelor degree required. 15 years of relevant work experience in roles of progressive responsibility.  Experience as a senior leader and manager in a fast-paced, nonprofit organization.  Experience with environmental or sustainability issues required.  Demonstrated record of supervising senior staff to achieve organizational programmatic and fundraising goals. Proven track record of results-driven strategic program management is required, including demonstrated success in supervising senior staff to achieve organizational programmatic and fundraising goals. Demonstrated success in both halves of the resource equation—cultivating and closing income prospects, and managing and deploying staff and budgets. Strong relationship management skills with external partners is necessary for success in the position. Demonstrated success in building and managing diverse teams, including gender identity, people of color, and people from various socio-economic backgrounds, and supporting an inclusive work place, where everyone has an opportunity for advancement. Experienced cultivating effective supervisory relationships (across gender identity, race, ethnicity, and socio-economic background) with direct reports and managing senior level staff and teams. Proven track record and successful engagement in a public relations or external communications role. Familiarity with non-profit fundraising approaches and experience in managing grants is a plus. Entrepreneurial attitude. Ability to both build strong, stable programs and to innovate to take advantage of strategic opportunities Broad understanding of how to build effective collaborations across other program areas, departments, and different levels of staff across the organization Superior communication skills, both oral and written 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.  

Position Summary :   NRDC is seeking a Schneider Western Sustainable Energy & Climate Fellow to work with the Climate & Clean Energy Team in our SF office.  This is a one-year Fellowship Position expected to commence in the Summer or Fall of 2019.   The Schneider Fellowships were created to promote the awareness of environmental issues resulting from our past and present energy use. The Fellowship program supports the efforts of non-governmental organizations, such as NRDC, that are chosen based on their efforts to identify and solve the challenges of developing a more sustainable energy future.   The Climate and Clean Energy Program focuses on fighting climate change by cutting carbon pollution and expanding the contribution of energy efficiency and renewable energy to ensure the clean, reliable and affordable energy services that a healthy and sustainable economy needs. Responsibilities The Fellow will be involved directly in the development of advocacy strategies and in the preparation of NRDC materials designed to influence specific public policy decisions. Projects that the Fellow may work on include implementation of a campaign to accelerate transportation and building electrification in California, including programs focused on low-income communities; and furthering NRDC’s work to ensure California’s greenhouse gas reduction and renewable energy mandates are implemented effectively and with a focus on equity & improving air quality in disadvantaged communities. The work will include developing and analyzing policy proposals, generating and testing proposals and rationales for different audiences, working with coalitions in states, and helping state advocates identify and implement priority tasks. Past projects include helping with the implementation of a multi-state campaign to increase portfolio standards across the West; and assisting with the implementation of California energy efficiency policies as well as decarbonization efforts of the state’s transportation and building sectors. Qualifications The Fellow will gain skills in research and analysis, written advocacy, oral advocacy, and how to participate in legislative and regulatory processes. The Fellow will be an integral part of NRDC’s team and will gain exposure to a variety of activities including attending policy meetings, working with private sector stakeholders, joint advocacy with other partners, policy analysis and development, and legislative and regulatory research and drafting.   We particularly encourage candidates with graduate level experience in energy, science, engineering, economics, public policy and/or law to apply, including candidates with multi-disciplinary experience and/or joint degrees. Outstanding candidates with an undergraduate degree will also be considered. Persuasive written and oral advocacy are vital.   Compensation will be based on a nonprofit scale and will include consideration of degrees held, professional training, and years of relevant experience.   NRDC is committed to workplace diversity and inclusion. We are equal opportunity employers and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity and expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for positions based in San Francisco, CA we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.   To apply, please visit  www.nrdc.org/careers  and upload your resume and cover letter through our online portal.  We would like you to upload any additional papers or project work that you think would showcase your abilities. Please no phone calls, emails, faxes or in-person resume drop-offs. Please reference where you saw this posting. NRDC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com

Position Summary:   NRDC is seeking a Schneider Summer Fellow to work with the Climate & Clean Energy in our Denver/DC Office.  This will be a Summer 2019 Internship. Responsibilities NRDC's Climate & Clean Energy Program (C&CE) is seeking a fellow to be split between our analysis and Colorado advocacy teams. The fellow will conduct research and analysis on the clean energy transition in the U.S. and the implications of state and utility climate commitments and advance Colorado advocacy on clean transportation and carbon reduction policies in Colorado   Work with the C&CE analysis team: Half of the fellowship will be dedicated to NRDC’s C&CE analysis team, which works with states, industry, environmental groups and other stakeholders to support strong emissions reductions in the power sector and across the economy. The fellow will be an integral part of our team focused on analyzing policy design questions and helping develop technical resources for our climate and energy advocacy.   In light of the findings of the latest IPCC report, as well as the increasingly recognized need to set even more ambitious climate goals than previously believed, the  main focus of this fellowship will be assisting with the drafting of an issue brief that highlights and discusses the common trends and conclusions between the most recent published deep decarbonization studies for the U.S. economy . Those include NRDC’s Pathways report, the Midwest Power Sector Collaborative’s deep decarbonization study for the Midwest, Vibrant Clean Energy’s deep decarbonization study for Minnesota, and of course, the latest IPCC report. The main objective will be to identify and highlight areas of convergence to delineate a robust set of projected trends in the energy sector as well as policies that would enable the U.S. to achieve its climate goals. The scope of work will include: (1) synthesizing information and data from the reports laid out above, in addition to others; (2) helping with the drafting of the brief and the NRDC blog that would accompany the publication. This project will account for about one-half of the fellow’s time.   Work on state-level advocacy in Colorado: NRDC is building its presence in the Rocky Mountains and has a growing team in Denver, Colorado. The team works to advance policies in Colorado to cut carbon pollution.  In a new effort to build NRDC’s power and voice in the region, the team is interdisciplinary and includes staff from our campaigns team, a business organizer and staff focusing on city level advocacy.   NRDC’s efforts in Colorado over the past year have included advancing energy efficiency, supporting increased investment in vehicle electrification, and advocating for Colorado advanced clean car standards. In the coming year, possible projects will be focused on the continuation of cutting transportation and electric sector emissions in the state, through policy development and regulatory advocacy. The fellow’s work will be focused on clean transportation solutions in Colorado, including advocacy at the Colorado Public Utility Commission and Colorado Department of Public Health and the Environment in support of Electric Vehicles and carbon emissions reduction from transportation.  The fellowship will follow the 2019 session, where NRDC will work to advance carbon limits, improved transit and multi-modal planning and funding, electric vehicle tax credits, and increased renewable energy.  We are also hoping to finalize the advanced clean cars rules in the next six to nine months.  We expect the fellow will support administrative advocacy to implement these policies following the session. Qualifications NRDC is committed to workplace diversity and inclusion. We are equal opportunity employers and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity and expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for positions based in San Francisco, CA we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.   To apply, please visit  www.nrdc.org/careers  and upload your resume and cover letter through our online portal.  We would like you to upload any additional papers or project work that you think would showcase your abilities. Please no phone calls, emails, faxes or in-person resume drop-offs. Please reference where you saw this posting. NRDC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com

Position Summary:   NRDC is seeking a Climate Advisor to work with the City of Cincinnati as part of the American Cities Climate Challenge (ACCC). The American Cities Climate Challenge is an unprecedented opportunity for 20 ambitious cities to significantly deepen and accelerate their efforts to tackle climate change and promote a sustainable future for their residents. The Climate Advisor will work with city officials to assist with the execution of initiatives designed to advance carbon reductions through policies and programs focused primarily on buildings and energy with potential to work on transportation.  The Climate Advisor will be part of a network of similar positions located in cities across the country to support these building, energy, and transportation initiatives and will therefore be engaged at the local, regional, and national levels to advance the city’s goals. The position will interface with key influencers and decision-makers within city government, the real estate sector, utility companies, industry, and other organizations in the community. Location : Cincinnati, OH   This is a limited term role through 12/31/2020   Learn more about the ACCC at:  https://www.bloomberg.org/program/environment/climatechallenge/ Responsibilities Project Management : Develop and execute a detailed work plan to implement the city’s plans for climate mitigation through buildings and energy policies and programs with expertise in performance management. Stakeholder Outreach and Management : Lead various work streams including but not limited to outreach to stakeholders, both internal to city government and the broader community of private sector, non-profit, philanthropic, and community partners; drafting internal and public-facing documents; navigating internal city processes in coordination with our partners; develop public outreach and engagement strategies for buildings and energy priorities including Renewable energy contracting/procurement, power purchase agreements, virtual power purchase agreements, energy efficiency programs, and electric vehicle charging infrastructure; Oversee implementation of renewable energy and energy efficiency programs, including contract management, project implementation, and tracking program metrics.  Experience incorporating the perspectives of multiple communities, including communities of color, in the consideration of impacts and outcomes of a decision-making process. Education and Policy Engagement : Educate city stakeholders and the local community on the importance of addressing climate change through transportation and buildings policies and programs. Successfully support sustainability measures in the face of competing city priorities. Provide legislative review and policy research and analysis, with a focus on buildings and energy policies and programs, building energy benchmarking, low income energy efficiency programs, and renewable energy contracting agreements. Develop an engagement strategy to better represent Cincinnati residents and stakeholders on climate issues, focusing on frontline communities that are often underrepresented in civic forums.    Network Development : Develop and manage strong relationships with the city government, key stakeholders, and partners in the community. Maintain appropriate communication and information flow with community partners. Challenge Participation : Actively participate in the ACCC network of cities. This includes joining regularly scheduled calls, participating in online trainings, and attending in-person convenings. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a related field; Master’s degree preferred At least 3 years of advocacy, project management, and contracting experience on climate and transportation policy. Additional experience with buildings clean energy, or transportation policy preferred. Experience working at the city level preferred Exceptional strategic thinking, analytical, and interpersonal skills Experience managing projects in a team setting, including developing project plans and managing timelines Experience working at the intersection of equity and environment preferred Experience collaborating with diverse stakeholders to achieve goals. Excellent writing skills, strong verbal communication, and confident public speaker with an ability to present to diverse audiences, specifically racially, ethnically, and socioeconomically diverse communities. Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com

Job Description: Brown's Office of Sustainability works to achieve Brown University’s sustainability goals and programs. The Office of Sustainability is committed to achieving sustained energy and environmental performance.  This requires an ongoing, integrated and systematic approach to resource management including assessing performance, setting, goals, creating an action plan and tracking, and communicating results.   The Energy Manager position will provide an important role in identifying efficiency and emission reducing technologies and approaches, and communicate and collaborate effectively across all levels.  The EM is responsible for implementing energy programming and identifying best practices to meet the University’s energy, emissions and savings goals. Perhaps most importantly this position will ensure the energy team collaborates effectively with Operations and D&C and departments across campus - requiring the individual to work with Operations and D&C to develop a comprehensive understanding of how Office of Sustainability, Operations, and D&C can best complement each other and meet all divisional goals and outcomes. The EM will oversee the two Energy Engineers and an Energy Project Manager and will oversee the split time of the Systems Programmer housed in Operations. This position will be the primary engineering advisor on all capital projects and major renovations to ensure projects are in-line with the University’s sustainability goals. Additional responsibilities will include demand response/limiting, GHG tracking and reporting, ensuring proper maintenance of energy management tools, managing RFP processes and contractors, and developing a strategic metering plan in collaboration with Operations. Key Requirements : Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering OR other relevant  engineering/scientific  discipline and 10 years of related experience, or the equivalent combination of education and experience Experience and working knowledge of Building Automation Systems, GHG reporting, and preparing and analyzing reports Significant experience in energy management/energy auditing of facilities, preferably with research facility management and auditing experience; Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community of engineers, non-engineers, faculty, students, and various staff with limited knowledge of energy technology, systems, or theory. Ability to provide technical leadership and project management to engineering projects of high complexity and broad-ranging scope; Ability to manage staff and ensure workload is appropriate and effectively and efficiently completed. Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; Other database experience preferred    Physically capable of accessing areas in buildings where mechanical equipment is located. Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com

The City is seeking a Director to lead the Bureau of Planning and Sustainability. About Planning and Sustainability   The mission of the Bureau of Planning and Sustainability (BPS) is to shape the future of Portland and advance climate protection for a more prosperous, healthy, equitable and resilient city now and for future generations. The bureau is known for its skill as a convener, leader, and designer of complex and collaborative projects, plans and decision-making processes that balance multiple objectives, advance equity and set the direction for Portland's future. BPS works to address climate change; advance sustainable development, energy efficiency and renewables; manage programs to prevent solid waste and maximize composting and recycling; and lead long-range planning projects that touch on a spectrum of topics including land use and zoning, economic and housing development, transportation and transit, community engagement and achieving equitable development outcomes, environmental resources, urban design and historic preservation. At the heart of the bureau's work and culture is a commitment to advance equity. BPS is working with local communities and our many business and government partners to leverage our resources to address the major issues facing Portland today, including racial and environmental justice, climate change, affordable housing for all, displacement and gentrification, and job creation.   Read more about our work and priorities in our  2018-2020 Strategic Plan .   The Planning and Sustainability Director reports to Mayor Ted Wheeler. The bureau includes approximately 105 FTE. The Director will lead a team of 4 direct reports and manage a budget of over $17M. The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies for success as well as the items listed in the "To Qualify" section:   Executive-Level Management:   Experience building and retaining teams and managing a large workforce including union-represented employees. Broad understanding of equity and inclusion practices, municipal government including policy development and implementation, budgeting, and asset and personnel management. Experience collaborating with other public-sector agencies.   Leadership:  Experience building a team and inspiring organizational development and community action with movement towards racial, economic and social justice. Proven leader in navigating difficult conversations and identifying solutions. Experience building collaborative systems and relationships in a complex organization. Adaptable and approachable.   Accountability and Transparency:   Commitment to efficient, effective, and equitable investment of resources to achieve policy goals. Experience prioritizing transparency and accountability in administration of public agency programs, and in quantitatively demonstrating outcomes through publicly-available and accessible data. Nuanced understanding of the multiple stakeholders to which the bureau is accountable: Portland community members -- particularly communities of color, City Council, public and private partners, etc.   Equity & Inclusion:  A visionary who understands that building a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment leads to innovative ideas and solutions. A leader who will use a diversity, equity, and inclusion lens both internally to improve workforce diversity, support and promote employees of color, address retention issues of employees of color, and externally to implement environmental justice and climate justice work in the community. Knowledge and experience implementing universal design principles and disability equity. Knowledge and understanding of environmental racism, and how planning has impacted marginalized communities, gentrification, affordable housing, education, and job opportunities.   Innovation:   Experience leveraging public-private partnerships and proactively pursuing new and entrepreneurial funding tools. Ability to foster a culture of creativity and innovation and to identify opportunities to carry out the bureau's core functions more efficiently.   Strategic Communication:  Experience being culturally responsive while effectively and strategically representing a large, complex organization to public and private sector partners, community organizations, the public, and the media.   Collaboration & Public Involvement:  Experience building and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including other City bureaus and community partners. Ability to build relationships and share decision-making with other City bureaus and the community, particularly communities of color and historically under-served populations. Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com

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Spring Internship 2019 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 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 ).   We are seeking dynamic, committed interns who would find it exciting to join the Ceres team!   General Internship Information   Ceres’ interns support Program, Communications, and Development staff working with a wide variety of constituents within the Ceres network: environmental activists, investors, funders, and corporations. While providing some administrative support, interns will primarily work in one of the following areas using skills in research, project coordination, IT and communications. Detailed descriptions of each available position can be found below.    Each spring internship position requires 10 to 15 hours of work per week. Schedules can be flexible to fit with class and/or work schedules. Ceres compensates interns at a rate of $13.50 hour. Our Spring Internship Program runs from mid-January 2019 through the end of April 2019.   Please read details of each position on our website and apply for the specific internship you are interested in. We typically hire 8-10 interns, who are a mix of undergraduate and graduate students. Please note: Only the Program Teams listed on the website are seeking an intern for Spring 2019. If any of these internships listed below are not currently on our website, we are no longer accepting applications for that position.   CAPITAL MARKET SYSTEMS INTERN   Ceres’ Capital Markets Systems program works with companies, investors, regulators, policymakers and other stakeholders on levers that will facilitate improved integration of material sustainability factors into decision-making. This includes Ceres’ work on enhancing sustainability disclosures (covering our engagements in this regard with stock exchanges, financial regulators, standard setters and others) and integrating sustainability into corporate governance systems (covering our work with corporate boards).   The Capital Market Systems program is seeking a graduate student researcher to help support key projects on how companies and investors are integrating sustainability into their governance and disclosure practices. While providing some administrative support, this research intern will primarily work in the following areas using skills ranging from research, quantitative analysis and writing (short memos, case studies, etc.) on: Performing literature reviews, research, consolidating interview results, and drafting written sections for white paper on board oversight of risk management and sustainability issues Benchmarking analysis of priority companies of key Ceres campaigns and developing one pagers outlining results of analysis Conducting landscape analysis of organizations with long-term capital markets focus Researching priority companies on progress achieved on governance indicators over the past year Supporting on company and investor engagements on governance and disclosure   ELECTRIC POWER INTERN   The Electric Power Team at Ceres seeks to encourage electric utilities and large corporate energy consumers to adopt modern 21st century sustainable practices and technologies. Specifically, we will urge companies to increase their renewable electric generation, improve their energy efficiency, and reduce their reliance on carbon-based electric generation. The Electric Power Team is seeking an intern for the Spring 2019 period to assist the team in providing research and fact-checking to help develop and prioritize our targets for corporate engagement.   The intern will also assist with the development of materials to support corporate engagement on renewable energy and energy efficiency including presentations, fact sheets and other advocacy materials. These materials will help us make the business case to companies for adoption of renewable energy and energy efficiency goals as well as the case to investors on the importance of engaging with companies on these issues. We are seeking an undergraduate or graduate student with interest, experience, knowledge and desire to work in the clean energy field and who has excellent communications, research, writing, Excel and database skills.   TRANSPORTATION INTERN   This intern will work with both the Director of Transportation and the Senior Manager of Clean Vehicles at Ceres.   A clean and efficient transportation system is critical to a strong economy; its benefits include saving consumers and businesses money as well as reducing our dependence on oil. Transportation is also a significant contributor to greenhouse gas (GHG) and other criteria air pollutant emissions. In fact, in 2016, the transportation sector surpassed the electric power sector as the largest emitter of GHG emissions in the United States, accounting for 28% of GHG emissions – more emissions than any other nation's entire economy, with the exception of China.   To adequately reduce harmful emissions associated with the transportation sector, we need to focus on three components: vehicles, fuels and infrastructure. In the next year, the Ceres Transportation Program's primary focus will be on promoting clean fuels, vehicles and relevant policies, and increasing corporate uptake and deployment of electric vehicles (EVs) and EV charging infrastructure. Spring 2019 internship projects will include advocating for Low Carbon Fuel Standards, supporting strong passenger vehicle and truck fuel economy standards, and promoting low- to zero-emission vehicles. In addition, this position will support the development of educational and briefing materials on EVs and assist with preparation for corporate engagements on transportation electrification. This intern will be asked to perform research on various transportation issues, draft supporting resources and perform some administrative tasks. Please refer to the Ceres Transportation Initiative page for additional information. Graduate students preferred, but all will be considered.   WATER INTERN   Ceres is working with companies, investors, water providers, policymakers, environmental organizations and other stakeholders to improve water management and increase reporting on water issues that pose risks to businesses, communities and the environment.   The Water Program is seeking a graduate student this spring to help us advance our work on analyzing and addressing water risks related to two pillars: the investment community and the food and beverage sector. While providing some administrative support, this research assistant will primarily work across various topic areas using skills ranging in research, marketing, quantitative analysis and writing (short memos, case studies, data narratives etc.).   Program areas of work include:   Assisting in the rollout of the Investor Water Hub Toolkit , a water-risk integration tool for the mainstream global investment community . Topics covered in the Toolkit include systemic risks and materiality of water, investment beliefs and policies, asset class allocation and water-related shareholder engagements. The intern will provide specific support with digital marketing efforts related to the Toolkit and will assist with tracking news flow relevant to investors on water.   Supporting water-related research for the Investor Water Hub as needed including portfolio water footprinting, water solutions, materiality analysis for water and more.   Providing support to the Agriculture and Water Risk initiative, with a focus on the development of the next version of Feeding Ourselves Thirsty and the AgWater Challenge . This includes conducting research and analysis on food companies, supporting the team with tracking news flow and pulling examples of risk, building out power points for external presentations, and doing company/investor research on the Bloomberg terminal.   Desired Background:   Strong oral and written communication skills Interest in water issues, sustainability, finance, and responsible investing Knowledge of digital marketing strategies a plus Knowledge of investment analysis methods or desire to learn how to use the Bloomberg Terminal a plus   For more information, see Ceres’ Water Program: https://www.ceres.org/issues/water DevElopment INTERN The Development Intern will work closely with many members of Ceres' small and active development team. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organized and motivated individual to gain hands-on experience and specific training in many aspects of nonprofit development, including foundations, major gifts, annual fundraising programs and special events. Projects will include researching foundation and individual supporters, assisting with management of the organization’s donor databases, and tracking and evaluating fundraising efforts. Skills should include strong research and spreadsheet experience.  The ideal candidate will be a recent graduate or current student with strong interest in pursuing a career in the nonprofit development field.     FEDERAL POLICY INTERN   The Policy Team at Ceres works with companies through Business for Innovative Climate and Energy Policy (BICEP) and investors in our Investor Network on Climate Risk to advance climate and clean energy policies at the federal level.  The Policy Team is looking for an intern to assist in its work with companies and investors on energy and climate policies – focused on federal work. This position will support the Policy Team primarily through research and writing projects focused on key federal policies, participation and note-taking in strategy meetings, legislative analysis, and other tasks, possibly including data collection and organization. Additionally, this position will also assist with our BICEP Partnerships program. We are looking for candidates with strong organizational, research, and writing skills, an ability to work independently, and some familiarity with environmental and sustainability policies. This position will report to the Director of Federal Policy.   COMPANY NETWORK – CORPORATE SUSTAINABILITY RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS   The Company Network team engages with the 40+ members of the Ceres Company Network to help them develop sustainable business strategies that address key challenges such as climate change, water scarcity and pollution, and human rights abuses throughout the value chain. Ceres’ advocacy is rooted in the expectations for corporate sustainability outlined in  The 21st Century Corporation: The Ceres Roadmap for Sustainability . These expectations address four critical dimensions of a company’s approach to sustainability: governance, stakeholder engagement, disclosure, and performance as it relates to company operations, supply chains and products. The Company Network seeks an intern who will support our corporate engagement work by: Using publicly available information to research and analyze the sustainability performance of individual companies and sectors through the lens of the Ceres Roadmap expectations; Providing in-depth research support for ad hoc projects on key topics such as the link between sustainability performance and executive compensation, sustainable supply chains, or modes of stakeholder engagement; Researching, compiling and presenting industry trends and leading practices; Developing research briefs for potential member companies, including analyzing performance against the Ceres Roadmap expectations and identifying opportunities for engagement.   We are looking for candidates with solid research skills (preferably with experience reviewing corporate sustainability reports), an ability to work independently, excellent verbal and written communication skills and familiarity with key environmental and social sustainability issues that influence, and are influenced by, the private sector. Graduate students preferred, but all will be considered.   COMPANY NETWORK – HUMAN RIGHTS AND EQUITABLE WORKPLACES   The Company Network is seeking an intern to support Ceres’ work advancing corporate human rights disclosure to drive improved performance, including by engaging companies on the United Nations Guiding Principles (UNGP) on Business and Human Rights and scaling implementation of the UNGP Reporting Framework. Specific opportunities to support this work include: Researching and analyzing current corporate reporting on human rights, including investor expectations on human rights disclosure; Researching and analyzing specific issues within the realm of corporate human rights management, such as forced labor, supplier engagement, and remediation systems;  Researching and identifying potential funding and/or project opportunities; and Preparing summary briefing documents and presentations for key project milestones.   We are looking for candidates with solid research skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and familiarity with key labor and human rights frameworks, including the International Labor Organization's Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work and the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights. Demonstrated ability to take initiative, prioritize responsibilities, and work independently while being part of a team is also important. Graduate students preferred, but all will be considered.    How to Apply   Review each program internship opportunity carefully and apply for the one you feel best fit.  If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit a resume, cover letter, and two (2) brief writing samples, 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.   Address all correspondence to: Christine Richard    

Overview / Responsibilities Due to continuing success in our Climate, Resilience & Sustainability (CRS) Team, we are looking to recruit a Senior Consultant to provide support to continue this exciting period of growth of the CRS Team.   This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant contribution to the continued success and growth of the CRS team and contribute to a wide range of high-profile national and international projects from across Wood’s business. The candidate we are looking for will have a strong academic background in the fields of: climate adaptation; resilience; economics; environmental modelling; risk management or decision science. In your role you will be responsible for: designing and delivering climate risk assessments; developing adaptation plans for different national and international clients as well as industrial sectors (e.g. water, transport) and developing bespoke solutions and quantitative tools for analysing complex problems.   You will join an enthusiastic and supportive team and will experience a challenging and fulfilling working environment. There are significant opportunities for ongoing and structured career development within the climate, resilience & sustainability field and across Wood’s wider Environment & Infrastructure Solutions consultancy business.   The post holder will be required to visit client premises and Wood’s other offices so a full driving licence would be desirable although not essential. Skills / Qualifications You will hold at least a 2.1 degree in a relevant quantitative discipline, with a strong emphasis on climate change, resilience or sustainability.  In addition, you will ideally hold a  postgraduate degree or PhD in a quantitative discipline relevant to the post (e.g. environmental modelling, disaster risk management, climate change adaptation, infrastructure resilience).   Essential • A strong technical background in a quantitative subject relevant to the post (e.g. environmental modelling, disaster risk management, climate change adaptation, infrastructure resilience) • Experience working with national and international climate change projections (e.g. UKCP09, Cordex, CMIP5) • Experience analysing quantitative and qualitative data and carrying out desk-based and site-based risk assessments • Experience developing and applying socio-economic frameworks and appraisal techniques to resolve complex problems • Experience using quantitative analytical techniques (preferably advanced statistical techniques) • An aptitude for handling and manipulating large amounts of data • Experience using spatial analysis techniques and GIS software (e.g. ArcGIS, QGIS) • Have an interest in developing technical skills as part of ongoing career development • Have proven client facing experience and managing client and/or other partner relationships • Have experience developing or contributing to successful bids • Experience leading in one of more of the following areas: o Environment modelling; o Disaster risk management; o Climate change adaptation; o Infrastructure resilience; o Decision making.   Desirable • Programming experience in R, python, VBA or equivalent • Experience of developing and prototyping Decision Support Systems and quantitative analysis tools • Experience of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and planning processes • Experience in predictive modelling: data extraction, model build and validation • Experience of applying advanced decision-making techniques (e.g. Robust Decision Making, Real Options) • Appreciation of emerging machine learning techniques and algorithms development and application Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com

Overview / Responsibilities We are currently recruiting for an Environmental Co-Ordinator with extensive experience in the oil and gas petrochemical industry to be based in Darlington or Aberdeen. The Environment Co-Ordinator is responsible for supporting the environmental regulatory and voluntary obligations of Wood with focus on the day-to-day co-ordiantion of the carbon reporting requirements. The post holder will also assist in the co-ordination of materials to support the annual Sustainability Report and co-ordinating aspects of the sustainability programme. The post holder will be part of the HSE Support team and will undertake performance trending and analysis, as well as other adhoc tasks to support the wider group HSE team.  Key Accountabilitites: Provide central support for the groups carbon reporting tool, including all training and day to day o perations, as well as the primary focal point for both the 3rd party system provider and the business on carbon collection and reporting. Support the collection of carbon data through collaboration with business nominated contacts. Collect and upload any centrally sourced data, where a focal point is not in place and ensure timely upload to the carbon system. Administer reporting of carbon data required for all legislative and voluntary compliance schemes. Support the completion of Wood’s carbon submissions (e.g. CDP, Sustainability Reporting). Co-ordinate the community investment programme in collaboration with the group sustainability manager. Undertaking trend analysis of environmental incident information. Provide reports on the findings identified. Collate and manage other environmental performance metrics as required e.g. water consumption. Provide additional support to the wider HSE team. Skills / Qualifications Qualifications: Higher level education. Administrative qualification (desirable). NEBOSH Certificate/Diploma (desirable). Knowledge, skills and experience: Extensive experience in an administrative role. Level of understanding around carbon legislation desirable but not essential, some degree of knowledge around HSE expected. Good planning and organisational skills. Effective/competent MS Office Suite User. High level of communication skills in both written and spoken format. Personal attributes: Demonstrable commitment to Wood & Client’s Core Values. Commitment to HSE and in particular environment and our focus to manage the impact of our operations on the environment.. Commitment to continuous improvement. Strong communication and networking skills. Trustworthy and approachable. Highly developed influencing and interpersonal skills. Ability to work alone and as part of a team, with a proactive approach to problem solving. Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com

Atkins is one of the world’s most respected design, engineering and project management consultancies. We build long-term trusted partnerships to create a world where lives are enriched through the implementation of our ideas. Atkins is looking to recruit an enthusiastic and experienced individual to join our Waste & Resource Management Team in Epsom. The Team provides expert advice and support to clients across all Atkins’ key market sectors. Waste and Resource Management includes waste management plans and strategy, design in existing and new developments, sustainability and resource conservation, regulatory support, waste classification and characterisation and the development of waste and energy recovery infrastructure. We are looking for a motivated, client and solution-oriented individual to join our dynamic and expanding business. This is a great career opportunity for an experienced individual who is looking to progress their career. Requirements Candidates for this role must be open to UK and international travel. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate experience in several of the following: Working knowledge of UK and EU waste regulations; Providing practical construction waste and resource management advice to clients, both on and off site; Have extensive knowledge of solid waste treatment and management systems; and  Project and bid management. Experience in the following would be advantageous: Carbon modelling; Environmental Permitting (in relation to waste); and Supporting in business development. The individual Candidates for this role must be open to UK travel (with the possibility for occasional short-term international assignments). The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate evidence of: Ability to show initiative, with a confident, professional “Can Do” approach; Strong report writing, verbal and presentation skills; Strong analytical skills and the ability to think strategically; Have an interest in and understanding of broader environmental and sustainability issues; Working towards becoming (or already) chartered with an institution such as CIWM or IEMA; Have a full UK/EEC driving licence. Training Atkins develops individuals through a portfolio of training and development activities designed to help you make the best of your abilities and talents. These are reviewed with individuals through an annual appraisal process. We actively support staff in achieving chartership and corporate membership of relevant institutions.

California Organizing Manager Mothers Out Front is seeking a talented organizer and staff manager to lead and expand our organization’s work in California . As the organizing manager, you will help build diverse and powerful movement of mothers, grandmothers, and caregivers advocating for a swift transition away from fossil fuels towards clean and renewable energy.  You will recruit, train, and manage staff working with volunteer-led teams and support and mentor the California state volunteer leadership team. You will work with and draw leadership from the frontline communities who are experiencing the worst effects of fossil fuels — from the dangers and challenges caused by extreme weather patterns to devastating health effects like asthma and other respiratory illnesses — with particular attention to low-income communities and communities of color. You will support the statewide volunteer leadership in developing and implementing community and state-based campaigns, while coordinating with national organizing efforts to make urgently needed progress toward a healthy and livable climate. About Mothers Out Front: Mothers Out Front builds our power as mothers to ensure a livable climate for all children. We are building a diverse national movement of mothers, grandmothers, and caregivers dedicated to convincing elected officials and business leaders to work for a swift, complete, and just transition away from fossil fuels to clean and renewable energy. We know that mothers have an important role to play in the climate change movement, and, when it comes to protecting their children, mothers are an unstoppable force for change! Our goal is simple: to enable mothers to take active leadership in climate change work by providing the structure, training, and tools for them to work together on campaigns in their communities and at the statewide level. We are a member-led, national organization that is growing quickly. Founded in 2013, this year’s operating budget is $3.7m. We currently have staff working in eight states and are a fast growing organization with no plans of slowing down .   Your responsibilities will include: Develop and support statewide teams of leaders to build power and win campaigns across the state. Manage state organizers to ensure productive, strategic campaigns and to drive growth. Ensure that the organizers are effectively deploying training tools, coaching resources, data and membership support. Coordinate communications resources to ensure that Mothers Out Front is visible across the state, that members are informed of our collective work, and that the campaigns at the local and state level have effective communications plans and support. Lead, in partnership with our development team, the cultivation and procurement of sustainable funding for our work in the state. Work with the state leadership team and organizers to build state coalition and partner relationships. Manage the state budget in partnership with the state leadership team and national leadership. Participate in the Organizing Manager Team to ensure collective impact and growth goals are set and achieved.   What we’re looking for in you: At least five years of experience in a grassroots organizing or a campaign setting, including a background in staff management or demonstrated readiness to manage. Experience and comfort with fundraising. A strong understanding of campaign development, ideally including experience developing strategic and effective campaigns at the statewide and municipal level. Understanding of how strategic communications planning integrates into larger campaign plans. Experience in organizing and movement building with an emphasis on effective leadership development and a co-collaborative style. A passion for climate justice issues, including an analysis around climate change. Demonstrated ability and commitment to working with people from a variety of backgrounds, especially ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds. It’s also helpful if you have experience working with people from different religious, education, generational, and gender identity backgrounds as well as those with physical disabilities and from the LGBTQ community. An understanding of the political landscape in California. Strong administrative skills, ideally including experience with databases, setting up efficient systems, and budget management. A passion for developing the leadership of mothers. Active and reflective listening skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with flexible and creative thinking. An ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced, campaign-oriented environment. The ability to work evenings and weekends, as needed, and to travel across the state.   Details: Mothers out Front is a virtual organization. Candidates can be based anywhere in California and will work from a home office. You will report to the National Organizing Director. This a full-time position. Salary and benefits: The salary range is $60K to $75K, depending on experience. Benefits include health and dental benefits, a 401(k) plan, flexible spending plan, paid vacation, holidays, sick days, and support for remote work set-up. We offer ongoing training opportunities, a fast-paced, dynamic, supportive, and collaborative setting and we are proudly women-led! To apply: Please forward a cover letter and resume to jobs@mothersoutfront.org with the title of the job in subject line and include where you heard about the position. Applications will be accepted until position is filled.   Mothers Out Front is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ community, and members of other historically disenfranchised groups are especially welcome and encouraged to apply.