Position Title: Senior Campaign Manager, Macro Grid Initiative Department: Policy Reports to: Vice President of Strategic Partnerships and Public Affairs
Position Description
ACORE seeks a Senior Campaign Manager to support the Macro Grid Initiative (MGI), a national campaign to accelerate public and policymaker support for an expanded and upgraded transmission network to reduce carbon emissions and enable high renewable energy penetration. The ideal candidate will have subject matter knowledge on electric transmission and renewable energy issues; at least five years of advocacy campaign, political campaign, and/or communications experience; and a demonstrated track record overseeing and successfully executing multi-faceted projects on tight deadlines.
This position is based in Washington, D.C. ACORE has a hybrid work environment that allows team members a combination of in-office work and telework. ACORE believes in a healthy work environment and has a COVID vaccination policy in place. All employees must be fully vaccinated and receive a booster shot to work in our offices.
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Compensation
The annual salary range for this position is $110,000 – $125,000.
Application Instructions
Please submit a cover letter, highlighting your specific qualifications for the position and a personal resume to Apply Here. Interviews will be promptly scheduled with candidates that best fit the requirements enumerated above.
Non-Discrimination
ACORE is committed to workplace diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
About ACORE
Founded in 2001, the American Council on Renewable Energy (ACORE) is a 501(c)(3) national nonprofit organization that unites finance, policy and technology to accelerate the transition to a renewable energy economy. ACORE is the focal point for collaborative advocacy across the renewable energy sector, supported by hundreds of members spanning renewable energy technologies and constituencies, including developers, manufacturers, financial institutions, major corporate renewable energy buyers, grid technology providers, utilities, professional service firms, colleges and universities and allied nonprofit groups. ACORE accomplishes much of its work by convening leaders across key constituencies, facilitating partnerships, educating federal and state legislators and agency officials on important policies, publishing research and analysis on pressing issues, and undertaking strategic outreach on the policies and financial structures essential to renewable energy growth. Additional information is available at: www.acore.org
Position Title: Digital Media Manager Department: Communications Reports to: Vice President of Communications
The Digital Media Manager will be an integral part of the ACORE team, steering the organization’s digital efforts and strategy, helping increase brand awareness, while strengthening our reputation as a leader on cross-cutting renewable energy business and policy issues.
The ideal candidate is someone both creative and tech-savvy, a self-starter who can help create and maintain a strong online presence for the organization, while managing ACORE’s social media accounts, websites, and overall digital presence. The Digital Media Manager will also work interdepartmentally to design graphics, reports and other collateral as needed for the organization.
This position is based in Washington, D.C. ACORE has a hybrid work environment that allows team members a combination of in-office work and telework.
ACORE believes in a healthy work environment and has a COVID Vaccination Policy in place. All employees must be fully vaccinated and receive a booster shot to work in our offices.
The annual salary range for this position is $65,000 – $90,000.
Submit resume, cover letter and examples of your work (portfolio, websites and/or social media channels you have managed/designed) to apply
Position Title: Communications Manager Department: Communications Reports to: Vice President of Communications
The Communications Manager will report directly to the Vice President of Communications and will work collaboratively across the organization to enhance ACORE’s visibility and impact on cross-cutting renewable energy business and policy issues.
We are looking for a talented, detail-oriented communicator who can deliver compelling, creative, timely content on the renewable sector, ACORE and its members. The ideal candidate will have excellent writing skills and media relations experience, knowledge of the energy industry and legislative/regulatory processes are a plus. This position is based in Washington, D.C. ACORE has a hybrid work environment that allows team members a combination of in-office work and telework.
The annual salary range for this position is $75,000 – $90,000.
Applicants will have to submit a cover letter, resume and writing sample. Please click on the following link to apply: https://acore.applytojob.com/apply/AjUyDl4zxx/Communications-Manager
Internship applications are welcome from students and recent graduates who are committed to making renewable energy the focus of their career paths. All ACORE internships are paid.
Intern program participants engage in research, writing, and cross-departmental assistance based on their interests and the organization’s current focus. ACORE interns are also responsible for the development and presentation of an individual research project. This project focuses the intern’s attention and knowledge on a facet of the renewable energy industry, preparing them to seek career opportunities in that area. Interns work on their presentations by researching a topic of their choosing and interviewing members of the renewable energy sector, as well as potential employers, through personal introductions by staff and networking opportunities.
ACORE is committed to social and economic justice as part of the transition to a greener future, and is actively working to cultivate a culture of inclusion and equity within the renewable energy sector. To this end, we have partnered with Ørsted to connect select interns with an industry mentor who will serve as a resource for them during and after the ACORE internship. For more information on the Ørsted mentorship program, please contact Mario Da Silva at dasilva@acore.org.
Please submit a resume and cover letter to intern@acore.org. In your cover letter, let us get to know you by explaining what you would like to gain from an ACORE internship, why you want to pursue a career in the renewable energy industry, and what kind of career paths are of interest to you. Please indicate the specific ACORE department(s) for which you are applying.
Deadline to apply for Fall 2022 semester: July 8, 2022
Deadline to apply for Spring 2023 semester: November 4, 2022
Deadline to apply for Summer 2023 semester: March 3, 2023
Who should apply? Internship applications are welcome from rising seniors, new graduates and graduate students personally committed to making renewable energy the focus of their future career. We welcome applications from many majors, and from all U.S. universities. Please note that ACORE does not assist with obtaining visas to work/study in the U.S.
Where will you intern? ACORE’s office is based in Washington, D.C. At this time, we anticipate a virtual/telework format for internships.
Are the internships full-time or part-time? Internships are customized to individual interns’ schedules. Most interns work with ACORE for 2 or 3 days of the week for up to 10 weeks. All of ACORE’s interns are expected to work part-time.
Is this a paid program? Yes, ACORE internships are paid. Upon approval of your internship application, we’ll discuss compensation details.
