Minnesota Conservative Energy Forum · 1 month ago
Director of Programs & Operations
Twin Cities Area
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
3+ years expMinnesota Conservative Energy Forum is an organization focused on advancing conservative, market-based clean energy solutions in Minnesota. The Director of Programs & Operations will be responsible for communications, programming, and operational functions, working closely with the Executive Director to plan and execute various programs, manage communications, and perform administrative functions for day-to-day operations.
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Responsibilities
Drive MnCEF’s annual programming and special events
Support the development of MnCEF’s external-facing content, including marketing, communications, and policy materials in collaboration with the Executive Director and key partners. Oversee project development, providing support and networking assistance as needed
Lead content creation for Biennial Candidate Education and support work
Conduct survey of candidates during election cycles, working with the Executive Director to draft survey and letters and evaluate responses
Coordinate educational meetings with candidates and make MnCEF staff travel arrangements across the state
Schedule quarterly Leadership Council call, draft agenda, and provide additional information to Council as needed
Contribute to identifying grants, sponsorships, and new or creative partnership opportunities that support MnCEF’s mission and long-term strategic growth
Provide administrative support for educational events and tours
Monitor and attend in-state energy conferences to increase knowledge base, network, recommend sponsorships and increase MnCEF brand awareness
Attend legislative, stakeholder, coalition and partner meetings with the Executive Director to build subject-matter knowledge, maintain organizational visibility, and represent MnCEF when appropriate. Assist with additional internal and external programming as needed. Connection and/or relationships within the Minnesota legislature or knowledge of the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission a major plus
Be primary driver on all grassroots efforts with Land & Liberty Coalition
Execute strategies (developed by Deputy Director) that help to overcome clean energy market barriers and accelerate the scale and penetration of clean energy development in Minnesota
Facilitate grassroots outreach efforts that provide one-on-one assistance to local citizens regarding their community’s projects, issues, and demographics
Pursue creative grassroots partnerships, collaboration pathways, and capacity-building opportunities that deepen engagement and support L&LC’s mission statewide
Keep a timeline, or calendar, of all events/meetings/hearings –that have to do with siting or permitting –throughout Minnesota
Support Deputy Director’s development of best practices, reports, summary papers, case studies, briefs, and web-based materials in support of knowledge transfer and outreach efforts
Identify and conduct deep-dive analysis on best practices for clean energy siting and draft guidance documents for local decision-makers and industry members
Facilitate working group meetings with diverse stakeholders from the public and private sectors, as well as complete projects and deliverables with input from the working group
Analyze local ordinances(policy), and zoning rules to message around a proposed project best effectively
Understanding of issues, problems, and reasons why a community may benefit from clean energy developments and work with state leads on implementation of solutions
Work with Deputy Director and CEN Communications team to develop and curate social and traditional media opportunities, including but not limited to letters to the editor, Op-Eds, blogs, social posts, etc
Identify, track, and triage potential new areas of interest and relay them back to CEN management team, L&LC Director, state teams and industry partners
Draft the monthly e-newsletter and maintain the email list
Keep website up to date with recent news, blog posts, press releases, etc. Monitor site activity and respond to comments
Post latest energy related news stories to MnCEF’s social media as well as photos and videos from MnCEF hosted events or events MnCEF is attending. Monitor comments and respond to questions
Work with CEN’s communications team and stakeholder partners to draft press releases, op-eds and LTEs. Publish press releases and maintain media email list
Assist Executive Director in writing and editing grant proposals
Edit final projects and support publication as needed
Attend annual CEN conference, collaborating with all CEN state organizations
Participate in monthly CEN Midwest Regional call
Participate in monthly Program Directors call and other internal CEN calls as necessary
Work with Executive Director to plan biennial MnCEF strategic planning retreat
Work with Executive Director to track, maintain and communicate progress on goals created from the strategic plan
Qualification
Required
Excellent verbal communication skills
Top notch writing/editing skills, experience distilling complicated issues in memos, reports, press releases, and digital communication platforms
Demonstrated experience in driving creative, integrated digital campaigns from concept to execution, and effectively reporting on them
Excellent research and analytical abilities, with demonstrated resourcefulness in gathering, evaluating, and applying information to policy, communications, and program needs
Prior program management and event coordination experience, with demonstrated ability to meet deliverables on budget and by deadlines
Outstanding time management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage and meet deadlines and balance multiple programming priorities at once
Ability to manage budget data, track spending and create financial reports
An entrepreneurial spirit, interest in learning new skills, and eagerness to advance the goals of MnCEF
Resourceful and adaptable, with a demonstrated ability to learn quickly and figure out solutions when faced with new challenges
Role requires ability to work some evenings and/or weekends for special events
Role requires some travel, including overnight travel, usually a few times per year
Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point
Bachelor's degree (B.A./B.S.) from four-year college or university in communications, political science, digital media, or another relevant field; and at least three to five years of communications, marketing, administrative and/or program management experience
Preferred
Basic graphic design skills for social media, web, Microsoft PowerPoint, and print materials
Experience working for issue advocacy nonprofits, public affairs firms, political campaigns, or government
Experience working with energy
Company
Minnesota Conservative Energy Forum
Minnesota Conservative Energy Forum supports discussion and education on energy policy from a conservative perspective.
2-10 employees
Funding
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