Research Associate

CEA seeks to transform markets, business practices, and policies to create economic incentives that will yield positive environmental outcomes. Since 1984, CEA has provided businesses and public institutions with a range of environmental management, regulatory compliance, and sustainable business solutions. We also assist four environmental non-profit organizations doing cutting-edge sustainable business work.

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:

CEA is looking for a highly skilled and motivated project assistant to provide organizational and administrative support for non-profit and corporate clients. This is an excellent position for a person who is seeking an entry-level position in environmental and sustainable business consulting.

This position will provide support to program directors on day-today management, as well as design, implementation, and strategic planning of programs. The associate will be working in a challenging and variable environment that will include detail-oriented independent work and client interactions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Includes the following and other duties as assigned.

* Provide general organizational and operations support to corporate clients
* Conduct research and produce summary memos, reports, articles, presentations, and proposals
* Support communications and outreach efforts including management of all educational materials (articles, marketing collateral), management of several databases - including a grants database, support for a quarterly newsletter
* Provide content maintenance for five websites
* Assist with event planning and organizing for a variety of meetings and functions, including gatherings with up to 100 participants
* Assist with production and quality control of outgoing work products and correspondence
* Support project teams with logistics, setting up conference calls, coordinating travel arrangements, etc.
* Provide general office support

Required Qualifications. The successful applicant will have the following minimum qualifications:

* A bachelor's degree or equivalent, preferably in a field related to environmental studies, economics, or public policy. Coursework in environmental economics, food systems, marine ecosystems, and environmental policy a plus.
* 1-2 years related experience or equivalent, preferably in an office environment
* Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
* Excellent research, analytical, and writing skills
* Competence in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access. Database management skills a plus.
* Experience working with HTML and web publishing a plus
* Ability to work effectively and efficiently with minimal supervision
* Ability to work under pressure, prioritize, and multi-task In addition, applicants should have a strong passion for environmental and social issues.

A commitment of at least 2 years is preferred. Salaries and benefits are competitive and dependent on qualifications. This position is located in San Francisco. CEA is an equal opportunity employer.

Submission Deadline: March 31, 2006

Please email, fax or send cover letter and resume to:

Recruiting Manager - Research Associate
California Environmental Associates
423 Washington Street, 3rd Floor
San Francisco, CA 94111

Note: If submitting electronically, send documents as attachments. Please, no phone calls.