Regional EM&V Forum Associate

Northeast Energy Efficiency Partnerships, Inc. (NEEP) is a regional nonprofit organization founded in 1996. Our mission is to promote the efficient use of energy in homes, buildings and industry in the Northeast U.S. through regionally coordinated programs and policies that increase the use of energy efficient products, services and practices, and that help achieve a cleaner environment and a more reliable and affordable energy system. 

Directed by a geographically representative Board of Directors of energy efficiency leaders, and supported by an experienced, professional staff, NEEP facilitates regional partnership projects to advance the efficient use of energy in New England, New York and the Mid-Atlantic states. 

NEEP works strategically with organizations and businesses regionally and nationally to increase the effectiveness and impact of energy efficiency programs and policies that serve the Northeast region. NEEP accomplishes this through a range of roles including strategist, planner, researcher, advocate, educator, convener, facilitator, trainer and technical resource. More information about NEEP can be found here.

Position Overview:

The Regional Evaluation, Measurement and Verification Forum (EM&V Forum) Associate is a full-time position that assists NEEP's administration and operation of the EM&V Forum: a project launched in July 2008 to facilitate the development of consistent EM&V savings and reporting protocols across the Northeast and mid-Atlantic region for demand-side resources, with initial focus on energy efficiency resources. 

Based in NEEP's Lexington, Massachusetts office, the Associate reports to the EM&V Forum Director, and works closely with the Forum's Senior Research & Evaluation Manager.   

Responsibilities of the Associate include: lead EM&V Forum communications, assist project planning and management; support EM&V Forum funding outreach, confirmation, and invoicing, and undertake Forum research and analyses.  Some regional travel is required.
 
Responsibilities:

Communications

• Develop and distribute EM&V Forum materials (e.g., draft EM&V Forum newsletters and Monthly Updates) to provide regular updates of Forum activities and developments to Forum participants and the public
• Assist preparation of presentations and briefing materials (research and draft content, prepare graphics, etc.)
• Support Forum communications (e.g., regularly communicate via email and phone with Forum participants, respond to participant inquiries and requests)
• Lead the Forum's Education and Information Access Committee (e.g. convene 2-3 meetings per year, support planning the Forum's Annual Public Meeting)
• Maintain EM&V Forum web pages to support operations (e.g., project and meeting schedules, document posting, etc.) and support member access  

Project Planning and Management

• Support planning and management of EM&V Forum teleconference/webcasts to maximize effective participation (e.g., assist with scheduling, meeting facility reservations and logistics, attendance management, preparation of meeting notes, posting of related materials)
• Maintain EM&V Forum files to be orderly, accessible and up-to-date (e.g., contact databases, committee directories, project files, funding files, EM&V Resource Library documents, etc.)
• Support EM&V Forum contractor solicitations, selection and project tracking
• Support annual Forum project agenda development
• EM&V Forum Funding:
• Support outreach to Forum funders to secure funding commitments (e.g., draft funding confirmation letters, communicate with funders, track funding commitments, etc.)
• Support Forum invoicing (e.g. draft status reports and other funding statements)  

Research and Analyses

• Maintain and update EM&V Resource Library website (e.g. add new EM&V studies and materials, track EM&V policies and activities in the Northeast, mid-Atlantic regions)
• Conduct research to support EM&V Forum analyses and reports
• Assist drafting reports of research results

Internal Collaboration

• Support internal collaboration and coordination of EM&V Forum projects with other NEEP projects (e.g., distribution of materials, internal briefings, responses to questions and inquiries, etc.)
• Participate in NEEP staff meetings and events
• The EM&V Forum Associate will be expected to grow and develop in the role to assume additional, increasing responsibility in Forum operations and management.  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor or master's degree in related discipline (e.g., public policy and administration; management; environmental policy)
• Experience in energy or environmental program work (preferred)
• Skilled in use of Internet communication tools and research
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Strong interpersonal and facilitation skills
• Management aptitude and skills
• Ability to take direction, work independently and coordinate work with others
• Highly proficient use of spreadsheets, word processing, database and Internet tools
• Ability to be an advocate for NEEP's mission and vision.

To Apply:

Please email your cover letter outlining your educational interests and compatibility to NEEP's mission along with resume to Bob McTighe, Director of Finance & Administration, as soon as possible. All inquiries will be treated strictly confidentially.

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NEEP is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, and physical or mental disability. We apply this policy to assure non-discriminatory practices in recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits and all other activities. These policies also support our capacity to achieve our mission to accelerate energy efficiency with broad participation across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic region.