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Ceres

Full Time Remote 62000 - 58750 USD ANNUAL Today

Job description

Apply for our Senior Associate, State Policy role.

About Ceres
Ceres is a nonprofit advocacy organization forging the path to a just and inclusive future by guiding investors and companies towards a sustainable economy. We aren’t just trying to solve the climate crisis –– we’re changing the system from the inside out by making the business case for sustainability and creating the conditions that allow investors and companies to act.

For more information about Ceres, please visit our website (www.ceres.org).

About You
You are passionate about state environmental policy and bring an understanding of corporate perspectives. You are highly motivated and detail oriented, with an ability to plan and deliver projects both collaboratively and independently. You are a skilled communicator with an aptitude for considering diverse perspectives and creating shared understanding among stakeholders. You are dedicated to advocating for strong and effective state climate, clean energy, and clean transportation policies for a just and sustainable future.

About the Role
Reporting to the Senior Manager, State Policy, the Senior Associate, State Policy will support Ceres’ policy work with a with a focus on state-level climate, clean energy, and clean transportation policy in the Southeast United States, specifically in Virginia and North Carolina.

This is a full-time salaried position, working remotely. Employees may occasionally be asked to travel to Ceres’ Boston or San Francisco office.

Primary duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Implement Policy Program for the Southeast United States

Identify policy priorities and develop and execute Ceres’ plan for policy engagement in Virginia and North Carolina
- Work with policy team to periodically refine strategy for state program work as it fits into the Policy Team’s overall vision
- Track key developments related to state policy
- Work with state-based consultants and lobbyists to execute Ceres’ advocacy strategy
Develop and cultivate relationships with key state policymakers, external partners, and in-state allies (local non-profits, communications firms, lobbyists, etc.)

Support Outreach and Engagements to Amplify Ceres’ Work

Support outreach and dissemination of Ceres’ work in the Southeast, including designing and implementing workshops, webinars/conference calls, newsletters, and other multi-media communications to reach companies, investors, policy makers, and donors
Use earned media, advocacy days, national meetings, direct engagement with policymakers, and other strategies to impact state policy outcomes
Prepare materials and prep participants for investor and business engagements with press, state lawmakers, and federal lawmakers
Support recruitment of investors and businesses to engage in state level and federal policy advocacy opportunities

Other

Coordinate with other program teams (such as Transportation, Investor, Communications, Development, Electric Power, or Operations) as needed to accomplish organizational objectives
Participate in crafting fundraising proposals to support designated project or program work
Represent Ceres at conferences, seminars, press conferences, and meetings as a spokesperson for project or program work
Support organizing and logistical activities related to Ceres’ Annual Conference
Support special projects of Policy Program, as necessary

Qualifications
We understand that there are many paths to acquiring expertise and experience. Therefore, we welcome candidates from diverse and nontraditional backgrounds for this role who have demonstrated equivalent transferable skills to carry out the major duties outlined in this job description, including the following required skills:

Three or more years of direct experience working on environment, environmental equity, energy, and/or transportation policy issues, particularly at the state level
Knowledge of clean transportation, electric power, and/or sustainability issues and an understanding of corporate perspectives
Knowledge of Southeast states’ environmental policy and political arena, with relevant experience
Self-starter focused on execution, with an ability to manage multiple projects
Ability to make strong connections between sustainability issues and articulate the impacts and implications for corporate and investor actions
Demonstrated ability to bring an advocacy perspective to corporate dialogues will be viewed as beneficial
Demonstrated strong project management and attention to detail is required
Effective presentation style as well as strong speaking and written communication skills for external and internal audiences
Sound judgment, sensitivity to diverse constituencies, excellent interpersonal skills, and strong initiative and motivation.
Successful record of organizing multiple projects and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work as part of a team and take a collaborative approach as well as deliver independent projects
Planning expertise and ability to deliver projects on deadline within time and resource budgets
Ability to bring a positive outlook and energetic commitment to working at Ceres
Interest in being part of a diverse workforce and willingness to support Ceres’ Commitment to Inclusion and Equity
Willingness to travel as needed to accomplish duties noted above
Proficient with word-processing, spreadsheet, presentation, database, and e-mail computer applications

Compensation and Benefits

The hiring salary is $58,750 to $62,000 paired with competitive benefits. Ceres offers fantastic benefits including opportunities for hybrid and remote work; 82% or 85% (depending on your coverage election) employer paid health insurance and 90% employer paid dental insurance; a 403(b) retirement plan with a generous match that starts on day one; generous allowances for professional development, commuter, and work from home expenses; flexible spending accounts to set aside money on a pre-tax basis for eligible expenses; 10 holidays, generous vacation, and additional paid time off including a week-long winter break, summer Fridays, and sick, personal, and parental leave.

Ceres Culture
Everyone has a role to play in the movement towards a more just and sustainable world.

At Ceres, we are committed to intentionally and carefully curating, engaging, and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We endeavor to create a supportive environment that sparks innovation, fosters respect, and allows Ceres employees, in all roles at all levels, to come together equally to be fulfilled, successful, and to thrive.

Ceres is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, and we do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, religion, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military or veteran status, disability, or any factors prohibited by applicable law.

If you have questions related to the above statement or need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact our ADA Coordinator at [email protected]. Please note, this email address is for ADA inquiries only.

To Apply

We encourage all applicants to check out our website to familiarize themselves with Ceres before applying: www.ceres.org. Please submit a resume, cover letter, and a list of three references through our online application.

Apply Here

About Ceres

CEO: Mindy S. Lubber
Revenue: $5 to $25 million (USD)
Size: 201 to 500 Employees
Type: Nonprofit Organization
Website: https://ceres.org
Year Founded: 1989

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