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CICE Team Openings
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Position Title: Southern Regional Director
Reports to: Executive Director
Overview: Chambers for Innovation and Clean Energy (CICE) is a national network of chambers of commerce and economic development organizations focused on building support for clean energy. CICE works on clean energy issues nationally and in strategic states and communities. See www.chambersforinnovation.com.
CICE is hiring a full-time Southern Regional Director who will help build CICE’s network of chambers of commerce in Texas and other Southern states.
Position Description: The Southern Regional Director is responsible for cultivating relationships with chambers of commerce and economic development organizations within their region, particularly in Texas.
The Director works with these organizations by reaching out to develop relationships and educating them on clean energy issues, policies, and technologies, and energy economics and market trends. The Director will work to position chamber, economic development, and business executives as spokespeople and messengers for the economic benefits of clean energy in the region by organizing events, drafting public communications, and working with partner organizations and allies.
This position is supported by a team of seasoned policy, outreach, and communications professionals.
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Working with the Executive Director to determine and implement engagement strategies for Texas and other Southern states
Outreach to chamber of commerce executives and economic development leaders to build relationships and trust
Educating and engaging chamber and economic leaders on clean energy issues, economic development opportunities associated with clean energy, and–where appropriate–climate action
Organizing events and meetings with chamber and economic leaders focused on the education and adoption of clean energy policies, programs, and projects
Interviewing chambers to learn about their clean energy efforts and authoring op-eds, reports, or publications highlighting chamber leadership
Attending chamber and economic development meetings and conferences to share CICE’s priorities, positions, and services
Collaborating with other Regional Directors on strategies, tactics, best practices, and opportunities for engagement
Coordinating with other business-focused organizations and allies with similar goals
Ideally, we are looking for someone with the following experience, knowledge base, and skills:
At least 5 years of experience in organizing and outreach, coalition building, or public affairs
Experience working with or for chamber of commerces or economic development organizations
Outgoing, comfortable making calls to people you don’t know, and strong at relationship building, especially with the private sector and chambers of commerce
An understanding of the economics, policies, and political sensitivities associated with clean energy
An understanding of the importance of communications and messaging
A strong strategic mind set and proven ability to translate strategy into action
Demonstrated experience handling multiple assignments simultaneously
Flexibility to work independently and as part of a diverse team
Initiative and motivation work independently in a virtual business environment
Additional, beneficial skills or expertise:
Strong writer
Problem solver
Experience working in clean energy space or on campaigns
Enthusiastic to learn and contribute to advancing clean energy
Other details:
Competitive not-for profit director salary, commensurate with experience
CICE provides a full benefits package and a flexible work schedule.
CICE is an all-remote organization with employees based nationwide. Candidates for this position must be based in Texas.
Travel averages 15-20% within Texas, with occasional travel outside the state.
Interested candidates should submit a brief cover letter and resume to: Megan Miraglia, Chief of Staff, mmiraglia@chambersforinnovation.com
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Position Title: Director of Policy
Reports to: Executive Director
Organization Overview:
Chambers for Innovation and Clean Energy (CICE) is a national network of chambers of commerce and economic development organizations focused on building support for clean energy. CICE works on clean energy issues nationally and in strategic states and communities. See www.chambersforinnovation.com.
Position Description:
CICE is hiring a full-time Director of Policy to lead CICE’s policy and advocacy program, develop the economic case for clean energy investment, and cultivate business community support via policy-focused events and communications.
The Director of Policy will be responsible for explaining and championing the economic opportunities of clean energy projects, policies, and technologies, developing data-supported clean energy jobs and economic impact reports and technical articles, and acting as a public spokesperson for clean energy with chamber policy staff and clean energy advocates.
This position is supported by a team of seasoned policy, outreach, and communications professionals.
Specific responsibilities include:
Developing CICE’s advocacy strategy, setting priorities and addressing key issues for the business case for clean energy
Cultivate relationships with legislators, government officials, and their staff, positioning CICE as a resource to policymakers on clean energy issues
Developing and strengthening relationships with chamber of commerce and economic development policy executives, clean energy policy advocates, and lobbyists
Monitoring and researching current and emerging clean energy-related public policy issues and legislation that may impact businesses or state/local economies
Creating policy briefs, talking points, sample testimony, and other resources to express the business and economic case for clean energy
Developing content, speakers, and scope for clean energy policy events
Represent CICE at events and with task forces, committees, and coalitions
Work with business and right-of-center clean energy advocates on joint strategies to advance clean energy policy
Ideally, we are looking for someone with the following experience, knowledge base, and skills:
At least 7 years of public policy or government affairs experience
Background working for or with chamber of commerce or economic development organizations
Strong understanding of the economics, policies, and political sensitivities associated with clean energy
Experience in policy research, analysis, and issue development
Outgoing, excited to build relationships and comfortable with cold outreach
Experience in the clean energy space or campaign work
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
An understanding of the importance of communications and messaging
Strong strategic mindset and proven ability to translate strategy into action
Flexibility and initiative to work both independently and as part of a team
Demonstrated experience handling multiple assignments simultaneously
Enthusiastic to learn and contribute to advancing clean energy
Other details:
Competitive nonprofit salary, commensurate with experience
Full benefits package and a flexible work schedule
CICE is an all-remote organization with employees based nationwide
Occasional travel, depending on location
Interested candidates should submit a brief cover letter and resume to Megan Miraglia, Chief of Staff, mmiraglia@chambersforinnovation.com