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Climate United

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51 - 200 employees

⚡ Energy

💸 Finance

🌍 Social Impact

💰 $7G Grant - Climate United on 2024-04

Energy • Finance • Social Impact

Climate United is a national public-private investment fund that removes financial barriers to clean energy projects so every American benefits from good-paying jobs, lower energy bills, domestic manufacturing, and cleaner air. The organization provides affordable, accessible financing for clean energy projects in communities often overlooked by traditional investing — including rural, Tribal, working-class, and low-income communities — and uses public capital to de-risk projects and attract private investment. Climate United was competitively awarded a contract by the Environmental Protection Agency under the National Clean Investment Fund program and focuses on financing American-made clean energy solutions such as rural solar, energy-efficient home retrofits, and electric drayage truck programs.

📋 Description

• Conduct culturally tailored outreach, develop feedback channels, and support project development in Native American communities across the United States. • Build and maintain respectful, trust-based relationships with Tribal Nations, Tribal councils, and community leaders to facilitate collaboration and mutual understanding. • Provide early-stage technical assistance including sharing information about Climate United financing options and connecting projects to other funding sources such as philanthropy to projects in Tribal communities. • Support the Investment team with feedback surrounding the design of financial products design specifically serving and targeting the needs of Tribal communities. • Develop and implement strategies to ensure that outreach efforts are culturally sensitive and aligned with the traditions, values, and governance structures of different Tribal communities. • Research best practices in Tribal engagement and share any evolving regulations, norms, and opportunities with the broader Climate United team. • Identify and cultivate strategic partnerships with Tribal organizations, nonprofits, and government entities to enhance outreach efforts and expand Climate United's presence in Native communities. • Conduct comprehensive needs assessments to understand the specific challenges and opportunities in Tribal communities related to clean energy adoption, and tailor outreach strategies accordingly. • Develop and implement systems for tracking outreach activities and outcomes in Tribal communities. Analyze data to measure the effectiveness of outreach strategies and make data-driven recommendations for improvement. • Collaborate with Tribal governments to navigate federal, state, and Tribal laws and regulations related to energy projects, ensuring compliance and respect for Tribal sovereignty. • Develop and pilot innovative outreach programs tailored to the unique needs of Native communities, incorporating feedback from community stakeholders and adjusting strategies as necessary. • Organize and facilitate community meetings, listening sessions, and educational workshops in Tribal communities to provide information on clean energy technologies and gather feedback on Climate United's programs.

🎯 Requirements

• 5+ years of experience working in community organizing, lending, economic or environmental justice, or a related field, particularly within Native American communities. • Deep understanding of Tribal governance structures, sovereignty issues, and the historical and cultural contexts of Native American communities. • Exceptional public speaking and presentation skills, with experience presenting to diverse audiences including Tribal councils, community members, government officials, and industry stakeholders. • Strong strategic planning and organizational skills, with experience developing long-term outreach strategies and aligning them with broader organizational goals. • Demonstrated cultural competence and experience working with diverse populations, particularly within Native, low-income, and rural communities. • Experience navigating federal, state, and Tribal regulatory environments related to energy projects. • Passionate about the mission and work of Climate United, Calvert Impact, and our commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion. • Has a well-rounded set of professional skills and is comfortable in an entrepreneurial, flat working environment. • Has a customer service orientation (respectful, responsive) in all aspects of work, including with internal and external people and partners. • Is a self-starter and can drive large and complex projects and programs from start to finish in coordination with a broader team. • Is proficient in Excel, PowerPoint and is systems-minded. • Is intellectually curious, combined with a good sense of humor, high integrity, and team orientation (“We” vs “I” mentality). • Is an effective and respectful communicator and listener, both orally and in writing, with strong proficiency in English (fluency in one or more Native languages is a bonus, but not required). • Has a positive, “can-do” attitude focused on implementing solutions. • Is willing to travel up to 25%, including a variety of conferences and engagements with Tribal and local communities.