Louisiana Program Manager

POSITION DETAILS

• Competitive non-profit salary range of $65,000-75,000, plus 401k plan with company match, technology stipend, paid time off, 13+ paid holidays, and healthcare reimbursement.
• SEWC is a fully remote organization but this position does require attendance at in-person meetings and events, especially in-state. Travel is expected up to 25%.
• Candidates must be located in Louisiana.

THE ROLE

The Program Manager will be an integral part of advancing SEWC’s program and policy priorities in the state of Louisiana. This includes building and leading various outreach and education efforts, establishing relationships with stakeholders, and supporting member communications. You will be a key staff member in a small, energetic, growing, and mission-driven organization with an entrepreneurial culture. Can-do attitudes and self-starters will fit well. This position reports to the President.

DUTIES

Short Term

• Build knowledge and expertise on both land-based and offshore wind as it pertains to development in Louisiana and the Southeast.
• Educate and convene stakeholders and decision-makers across a variety of platforms and in-person meetings.
  • Build and maintain relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders including state lawmakers, state/federal agencies, universities, NGOs, wind industry supply chain companies, developers, utilities and economic developers.
  • Plan and execute SEWC-hosted events in Louisiana, including Louisiana Wind Energy Week.
• Lead OSW4LA Coalition of NGOs to expand the wind conversation throughout the state with a wide variety of organizations, constituencies, and viewpoints.
  • Annual planning to design and refine strategy for the coalition and subcommittees.
  • Keep organizations interested, informed, and engaged on offshore wind.
• Analyze state and federal legislation, state-led solicitations, regulatory docket filings, and conduct any other relevant analyses.
• Support the Communications Manager by managing media and communications for Louisiana based work including social media, interviews for print and television, drafting op-eds, and other communication needs.
• Manage all day to day needs of the Louisiana program, attend and set agendas for relevant calls and meetings with partners.
• Provide direction, guidance, and support to the Louisiana Senior Program Associate.
• Represent SEWC at a variety of speaking engagements, conferences, events, meetings with decision makers, etc. to speak on wind technology, economic benefits, and local opportunities with authority.

Long-Term

• Set daily and weekly priorities for the program independently, with longer-term priority guidance in conjunction with leadership.
• Contribute to strategic planning and development with the SEWC leadership team. Be able to think critically and participate in high-level discussions about state, regional, and industry needs.
• Identify and lead potential new initiatives to advance wind energy in Louisiana and the Southeast.

QUALIFICATIONS

MUST HAVES

• Minimum 5 years of experience in relevant NGO, government relations, energy organizations, or other professional environments.
• Strong prioritization, decision making, and strategic thinking skills.
• Must be capable of developing strong professional relationships with a broad range of stakeholders (industry, non-profits, government, policy-makers) via phone, video, in-person and email.
• Experience organizing partners, convening stakeholders, facilitating discussions, and gaining consensus.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to set priorities, work effectively from home and maintain a positive attitude.
• The candidate must be a self starter and be able to provide examples of proactive thinking and initiatives.
• A passion for seeing the clean energy industry grow and a strong drive to contribute to SEWC’s success.
• Excellent oral and written presentation skills, including translating technical information to the everyday audience.

NICE TO HAVES

• Master’s degree or commensurate experience in a related field.
• Direct personnel management experience.
• Exposure in the energy, environmental, or climate fields.
• Knowledge of Asana or similar project management tools.

The Southeastern Wind Coalition is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse team dedicated to furthering the equitable development of wind in the Southeast US. We encourage applications from women, minority groups, veterans, and people with disabilities.