Program Manager – Arkansas
Southeastern Wind Coalition
The Southeastern Wind Coalition (SEWC) is a non-profit coalition working with industry, academia, partner non-governmental organizations (NGOs), government, and utilities to advance the land-based and offshore wind industry in the Southeastern U.S. We take a business-minded and economically focused approach to building the case for wind energy, including the wind supply chain. SEWC regularly convenes stakeholders across our 11-state footprint and leads or participates in strategically important initiatives and discussions to bring wind to the region. We are passionate about growing the wind industry in the Southeast.
THE ROLE:
The Program Manager will be an integral part of advancing SEWC’s program and policy priorities in Arkansas. This includes building and leading various outreach and education efforts, establishing relationships with stakeholders, and supporting member communications. You will be a key staff member in a small, energetic, and mission-driven organization with an entrepreneurial culture. Can-do attitudes and self-starters will fit well. This position reports to the Central States Senior Program Manager.
QUALIFICATIONS:
MUST HAVES
Minimum 4-5 years of experience, graduate level education, or a combination of experience and graduate level education in relevant NGO, government relations, energy organizations, or other related professional environments.
Strong prioritization, decision making, and strategic thinking skills.
Must be capable of developing strong professional relationships with a broad range of stakeholders (e.g., industry, non-profits, government, policy-makers) via phone, video, in-person and email.
Experience organizing partners, convening stakeholders, facilitating discussions, and gaining consensus.
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to set priorities, work effectively from home and maintain a positive attitude.
The candidate must be a self starter and be able to provide examples of proactive thinking and initiatives.
A passion for seeing the clean energy industry grow and a strong drive to contribute to SEWC’s success.
Excellent oral and written presentation skills, including translating technical information to the everyday audience.
NICE TO HAVES
Master’s degree or commensurate experience in a related field.
Exposure in the energy, environmental, or climate fields.
Knowledge of Asana or similar project management tools.
COMPENSATION:
$65,000-75,000, plus 401k plan with company match, technology stipend, 15 days of annual paid time off, 13+ paid holidays including Christmas Eve to New Year’s Day, and healthcare reimbursement.
To apply for this job please visit www.sewind.org.