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The Alaska Center · 2 weeks ago

Climate and Clean Energy Program Manager

Anchorage, Alaska, United States

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$60K/yr - $65K/yr

2+ years exp

The Alaska Center is dedicated to empowering Alaskans for clean air, water, and a sustainable economy. The Climate and Clean Energy Program Manager will oversee advocacy strategies and campaigns, focusing on climate and clean energy issues while engaging community members and building coalition relationships.

EducationNon ProfitOutdoors

Responsibilities

Oversee the design and implementation of advocacy strategies and campaigns around climate and clean energy

Track and engage on issues in a variety of venues, including electric cooperative utilities, regulatory agencies, and the state legislature

Work collaboratively with the Advocacy Director to create campaign plans, manage and track campaign metrics, draft relevant grant proposals and reports, and hold leadership positions within coalitions

Advise on what campaigns and issues AKC/EF should engage in and plan strategically for that engagement

Help develop and implement strategies to mobilize Alaskans to take action on climate and clean energy issues using a variety of tactics: community events, 1:1’s, calls, letters, petition signature gathering, canvassing, phone banking, in-person meetings, celebrations, etc

Help draft and track quantitative goals for monthly events, weekly volunteer contact and recruitment, and provide regular updates on campaign progress to staff, funders, and other interested stakeholders

Work with the Political Director to elect Utility Board Directors who share our values, manage organizational relationships with those elected leaders, and engage with Utility Board operations year round

Develop and strengthen relationships with volunteers, AK Center Members, and the communities we serve, with a focus on communities most impacted by the issues we work on, including Alaska Native, people of color, youth, and low-income communities

Represent The Alaska Center at community events and in coalition spaces to raise visibility and support for campaigns

Elevate volunteer leaders to help shape and inform campaign goals, tactics, and strategies and ensure that the interests and vision of community members help shape our climate, clean air and water work

Help gather and elevate impactful stories from volunteers, community members, and other stakeholders, and share these through the organizations’ social media, emails, and in our narratives

Qualification

Grassroots organizingClimateClean energy knowledgeCivic engagementGoogle-Suite proficiencyVoter Action Network (VAN)EveryAction (EA)Team collaborationLeadershipPositive attitudeAdaptability

Required

2-4 years of experience with grassroots organizing, electoral campaigns, civic engagement, or integrated voter engagement programs. Experience working directly with volunteers is preferred

Possess knowledge about climate and clean energy issues in Alaska

Commitment to understanding race, class, gender, and other equity issues in organizing and politics. Experience and commitment to strengthening racial justice, equity, and inclusion throughout our organization, in campaigns, and with partners

Demonstrated initiative and ability to work well independently and on a team

Ability to inspire action in others, lead by example, and instill purpose into daily campaign operations of the organization

Ability to maintain a positive attitude and solution-based approach in high pressure or difficult situations