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The Climate Reality Project was founded by former US Vice President Al Gore with a mission to catalyze a global solution to the climate crisis by making urgent action a necessity across every sector of society. We recruit, train, and mobilize people of all walks of life to work for just climate solutions that speed energy transition worldwide and open the door to a better tomorrow for us all.

Our global network totals more than 4.5 million people from more than 190 countries and territories. With 11 international branches, we work to support our trained Climate Reality Leaders and activist network. Our strategy is two-pronged: 1) grow the climate movement and build the political will necessary to adopt policy solutions through our signature trainings around the globe, and 2) harness our ever-expanding network in support of three key areas -- reducing emissions, financing a just transition and strengthening international cooperation around climate change.

Climate Reality staff are a diverse group of passionate individuals who are taking on the greatest challenge of out time. We are advocates, cultural leaders, organizers, scientist, storytellers, and non-profit professionals committed to building a sustainable future together.

Position Summary

The US Regional Organizer is responsible for supporting volunteer-led chapters and Climate Reality Leaders across the United States, working with Chapter Chairs, Leadership Committee members, and chapter members, to provide resources, trainings, and dedicated support for climate action. This position will support all chapters, including those running Climate Reality campaigns, build tools for use and sharing amongst chapter membership, train volunteers, and act as a point of contact for chapters in their region.

As a staff member of the US Field team, this position assists in efforts to meet strategic program and organizational goals through outreach and partnership-building with new constituencies, building strong relationships within their assigned region. Chapters are generally supported through a geographic approach but chapters supported may change from time to time in consultation with the US Branch team based on regional organizer expertise, activity within chapters, and US Branch needs.

Currently reporting to the US Branch Senior Manager, the US Regional Organizer works alongside other US Regional Organizers and has no direct reports.

This position is within a union-represented collective bargaining unit, and specific terms and conditions of employment will be subject to a collective bargaining agreement between Climate Reality and the union.

This is a full time, hourly, non-exempt, benefits-eligible, hybrid position. The Climate Reality Project offers a flexible hybrid schedule, with staff working from our office in downtown Washington, DC at least two days per week to enable and encourage collaboration within and among teams. The salary range for this role is $60,000-$61,200 annually ($28.85- $29.42 per hour).

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Recruit, onboard, and support new Climate Reality chapters and volunteers in region
• Provide on-going support, follow up, and leadership development to chapters and volunteer leaders
• Engage proactively with chapters and Climate Reality Leaders digitally via Climate Reality platforms, email, and external platforms where chapters may be present such as social media, as well as serve as an engaged moderator for Field related channels on Reality Hub
• Schedule and lead quarterly regional calls focused on chapter development, campaigns, impact measurement and monitoring, and other relevant topics. Conduct individual chapter calls as needed to provide tailored support to chapters Facilitate meetups and retreats across chapters to foster peer learning and development
• Coordinate closely with Campaigns and Changemakers team to lead and support periodic webinars and Hours of Action, as well as train chapters on campaigns and organizing skills through developing Chapter Training Series curriculum content.
• Build organizational storytelling capacity by compiling individual stories, chapter narratives, accomplishments, and photos to share with both internal and external audiences on both Climate Reality channels and external channels as appropriate
• Adhere and contribute to strong data management practices and program metrics
• Support chapters with administrative duties
• Serve as a resource for chapters and the organization on regionally relevant issues and campaigns such as Green Schools, and NDCs
• Build and maintain regional partnerships and identify strategic coalition spaces for Climate Reality and our chapters to join
• Support chapters as they run Climate Reality campaigns, in collaboration with the Campaigns team
• Support the creation and implementation of chapter-specific plans by providing feedback and coaching through prioritization of actions to create impact
• Track the progress of chapter-led programs and chapter development in Salesforce and relevant reporting systems
• Support Climate Reality Leadership Corps trainings, and help chapters with post-training engagement
• Occasional domestic and international travel for Climate Reality business and trainings
• Support and contribute to the ongoing improvement of our operations and enrichment of our culture, for example by serving on ad hoc or ongoing work groups, assisting with the onboarding and training of colleagues, and participating in efforts to assess, refine, and strengthen our culture and practices
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Strong organizational, written and verbal communications skills
• Ability to manage deadlines and multi-task, with some experience managing or supporting projects or events
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritize tasks, learn quickly, and accept constructive feedback
• Experience and awareness of cultural diversity, ability to work effectively with a diverse group of organizations and volunteers, across generations and regions
• A dedication to solving the climate crisis
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office to include Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Organizing experience preferred, including the ability to build strong working relationships with volunteers
• Proficiency with Salesforce preferred
• Proficiency with Mac is a plus
• Ability to travel a few times per year, with occasional schedule changes to accommodate night and weekend chapter engagement events and trainings
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer required

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree—or equivalent experience

• Has at least 0-2 years of relevant experience

• Some knowledge of organizing communities, leading climate change campaigns, and cultural diversity

• Strong interest in coalition building, political organizing, grassroots, or field campaign organizing

The Climate Reality Project provides a total benefits package that helps you manage your health, protect your income, and prepare for the future.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life, short-term disability, and AD&D insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (DCFSA)
• 401(k) Retirement Account with up to a (6%) matching contribution
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Monthly mobile productivity reimbursement
• Generous paid time off policies
• Professional Development

The Climate Reality Project is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or any other category prohibited by local, state or federal law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, social and recreational activities and termination.