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# Senior Director, Clean Energy and Climate DiplomacyOcean ConservancyFull TimeseniorHybridFort Washington, Maryland, US$170k – $185kPosted 3 days ago## Role OverviewOcean Conservancy is hiring a Senior Director, Clean Energy and Climate Diplomacy. This is a full-time hybrid role, based in Fort Washington. posted 3 days ago. The posted range is $170k to $185k. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.## Resume Keywords to IncludeMake sure these keywords appear in your resume to improve ATS scoringORCompensationPOSITIONTITLEDirectorCleanEnergyClimateSign up free to auto-tailor your resume with all these keywords and get a higher ATS score## Job DescriptionPOSITION TITLE:Senior Director of Clean Energy and Climate DiplomacyDEPARTMENT/PROGRAM:ConservationREPORTS TO:Vice President, ClimateSTATUS:Regular, Full Time, ExemptLOCATION:Remote or Hybrid from AK, CA, DC, FL, MD, OR, TX, VA, WA, WVPOSITION SUMMARYThe Senior Director of Clean Energy and Climate reports directly to the Vice President of Climate and provides strategic leadership to implement the institution's climate mitigation, clean energy, and conservation impact priorities. This Senior Director manages a team and is responsible for implementing the portion of the institution's climate strategy regarding decarbonizing the ocean energy sector in the United States and internationally.The Senior Director serves as a key representative of the institution in domestic and international policy and stakeholder engagements, including supporting high-level and ministerial meetings, and works collaboratively across teams to develop and implement effective climate and clean energy strategies. This position is focused exclusively on climate mitigation and clean energy advancement and does not include climate resilience work.### PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES* Work with Vice President for Climate to develop and lead the implementation of the institution's clean ocean energy and climate mitigation strategies and policy priorities, including establishing goals, desired outcomes and metrics to measure conservation impact.* Provide strategic guidance on ocean-related clean energy and climate issues, including developing new policy ideas to advance Ocean Conservancy's climate strategy and briefing Senior Leadership on relevant matters.* Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing team of approximately four staff members, while fostering a positive culture focused on excellence, innovation, collaboration and growth.* Collaborate across departments and programs to ensure alignment and integration of climate and clean energy initiatives throughout the institution.* Build and maintain strong relationships with domestic and international stakeholders, including policymakers, NGOs, industry representatives and partner organizations.* Represent the institution confidently and effectively at public forums, conferences, coalition meetings and government engagements, including conceptualizing and managing relevant events.* Monitor and remain up to date on analytical approaches, climate analysis and clean energy data to inform organizational strategy, advocacy and decision-making, including emerging trends, policies and opportunities related to climate mitigation and clean energy advancement.* Partner with the Vice President for Climate and Development team in achieving the institution's fundraising goals for climate work and the organization as a whole.* Collaborate with the Strategic Communications Team to advance the institution's external visibility and media presence.* Oversee and manage relevant budgets and resources in support of strategic priorities and organizational goals.REQUIRED SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE* Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in climate and clean energy policy, including demonstrated experience in both policy development and implementation.* A creative, open, and innovative approach to policy development, generating new ideas and solutions in this evolving field.* Strong leadership and management experience, including supervising teams and guiding cross-functional collaboration, with a solutions-orientated and collaborative approach.* Experience in developing and managing budgets.* Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively across organizations and stakeholder groups, while maintaining professionalism and composure.* Established relationships within domestic and international climate and clean energy stakeholder communities.* Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking and high-level representation experience.* Proven ability run public events and convenings in the U.S. and other counties, and to represent organizations in external engagements, including senior government level meetings.* Strong analytical background, including experience with climate analysis, clean energy data, or related strategic assessment tools.* Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively, strategically, and effectively in a fast-paced environment.* Strong passion for Ocean Conservancy's passion and values.EDUCATION/TRAINING* Bachelor degree required, preferably in environmental policy, climate science, energy policy, public policy, marine policy, or a related field.* Advanced degree preferred, such as a Master's degree in public policy, environmental management, energy, law, climate science, international affairs, or a related discipline.### COMPENSATIONOcean Conservancy is committed to fair pay practices and posts expected salary ranges for each of its positions. Compensation will be commensurate with the candidate's specialty skills, years of experience, location, and unique background. The expected salary range for this role is $170,000 - $185,000 annually. We would welcome the opportunity to connect with potential candidates whose salary requirements may be outside of the expected range.TO APPLYIf you think you'd be a great fit for the job and are interested in joining Ocean Conservancy's team, please apply here. Please include a resume and cover letter in one file on your application.HYBRID WORK ENVIRONMENTOcean Conservancy embraces a hybrid work environment, which allows our staff the flexibility to work virtually and in-person while building strong connections across the institution. #J-18808-Ljbffr