Program Manager

The Center for Climate and Energy Solutions (C2ES) is the successor to the Pew Center on Global Climate Change, founded in 1998 with the support of the Pew Charitable Trusts, and widely recognized in the United States and abroad as a credible, independent force for pragmatic climate action. Named the world's top environmental think tank in 2011 by the University of Pennsylvania, the nonpartisan Pew Center was a trusted source of information and analysis, a bridge between diverse interests, and a leader in catalyzing constructive business engagement.

Launched in November 2011, C2ES builds on this strong foundation, with the Pew Center's founder, Eileen Claussen, and its senior team continuing to lead the effort. Principal activities include: providing timely, impartial information and analysis on the scientific, economic, technological and policy dimensions of climate and energy challenges; convening business, environmentalists, other stakeholders and policymakers to develop consensus solutions; working with members of its Business Environmental Leadership Council and others to take action on the ground; and working with policymakers and stakeholders to promote pragmatic, effective policies at the state, national and international levels.

Position Overview:

The Center for Climate and Energy Solutions (C2ES) seeks a highly qualified and experienced individual to assume responsibility for the implementation and execution of C2ES's Make an Impact program. The Program Manager should possess excellent organizational and communication skills and have an exceptional level of attention to detail. The ideal candidate will have experience in program development and implementation and display personal leadership and creativity. The ability to keep track of multiple projects and meet budget and deadline requirements is imperative.

The Program Manager reports to the Vice President of Community Engagement. The ideal candidate for this position will have minimum of 3 years experience as a program officer or manager, preferably with experience in both strategic planning and managerial responsibility. In addition, s/he will exhibit strong communications and innovative problem-solving skills, with a knack for organization and relationship management.

Responsibilities:

• Operational responsibility and oversight of all program and grant deliverables
• Serving as interface between corporate, government, and NGO partners
• Grant writing and reporting, including budget reconciliation
• Serving as key contributor to program branding and development strategy
• Overseeing campaign and project deliverables and timelines
• Directing content and communications strategy and development
• Providing descriptive copy for publications, internal communications and promotional material related to the program
• Budget tracking and oversight for multiple grant partners
• Management of outside consultants and contractors as needed
• Minimal travel (less than 20%)

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• Thrives on challenge and working in fast-paced team environment
• Minimum 3 years experience in program management; master's degree preferred
• Superior managerial and interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to build a vibrant organizational structure and culture
• Ability to develop and implement multiple projects/campaigns simultaneously across wide geographic and cultural areas
• Exceptional writing skills with ability to convey complex information to a broad range of audiences
• Ability to manage/analyze multiple budgets
• Ability and willingness when required to research and write informational material on multiple topics but primarily focusing on individual efficiency actions
• Proven ability to set and meet realistic deadlines

Desired Qualifications:

• Previous experience working on sustainability educational programming and/or employee engagement
• Familiarity with the use of web-based tools to educate and engage
• Experience working in or with nonprofits and/or municipalities and corporate partners

Compensation: Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits. Status: Full-time, regular, exempt.

Starting Date: Immediate
Application Deadline: Rolling until position is filled

To Apply:

Please send a resume, cover letter, and writing samples.

Human Resources Administrator
Attn: MAI Program Manager Search
Center for Climate and Energy Solutions
2101 Wilson Blvd., Suite 550
Arlington, VA 22201