Ceres, Inc. · 1 week ago
Ryan Martel Fellowship
Washington, DC
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$59K/yr - $59K/yr
3+ years expCeres, Inc. is a nonprofit organization focused on addressing sustainability challenges through collaboration with capital market leaders. The Ryan Martel Fellowship is designed for motivated individuals in the early stages of their policy careers to engage with policymakers on climate and clean transportation policies, while managing various advocacy projects and supporting the Federal Policy team.
Non ProfitRecycling
No H1B
Responsibilities
Monitor federal legislative and regulatory priorities and provide expert analysis for Business for Innovative Climate & Energy Policy (BICEP) members and Ceres’ internal use
Manage program-specific research projects
Draft advocacy documents such as letters, memos, statements, op-eds, talking points, and email templates
Cultivate and manage strong relationships with Capitol Hill offices and advocacy partners, engaging in regular meetings or other activities
Support the organization of monthly calls with BICEP companies, including taking notes and providing the federal policy update when applicable
Facilitate meetings with BICEP members to achieve Federal Policy team goals
Provide writing support, on behalf of the Policy team, to the Communications team
Co-lead with the Senior Director in planning events and the coordination of D.C. advocacy days including travel, scheduling, and preparation of materials
Provide database support to Policy team staff and some data entry
Co-lead planning and execution of Lawmaker Education and Advocacy Days (LEAD) on a Clean Economy
Support Policy Program staff by managing special projects, as necessary
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or commensurate experience required
Minimum of three (3) years of full-time related work experience required; experience with policy in government, nonprofit, business, or trade association sectors preferred
Knowledge of energy, climate change, and clean transportation policy issues, including an understanding of business-focused policy debates, and NGO priorities
Familiar with equity, environmental or climate justice at the federal levels
Experience conducting research and producing written summaries or proposals based on findings
Demonstrated project management skills of multiple, complex activities, or events
Experience working with individuals who hold differing views on issues
Planning experience and delivering projects on deadline and within time and resource budgets. Attention to detail is required
Strong oral and written communication skills as well as effective presentation style
Able to present a professional and confident demeanor with senior level professionals and government officials
Sound judgment, sensitivity to diverse constituencies, excellent interpersonal skills, proven ability to demonstrate initiative and motivation
Desire to work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work as part of a team and take a collaborative approach and to deliver independent projects
Ability to bring a positive outlook and energetic commitment to working at Ceres
Willingness to travel as needed to accomplish duties noted above
Proficient with word-processing, spreadsheet, presentation, database, social media and e-mail computer applications (Salesforce, MS Office Suite, Google Suite)
Interest in being part of a diverse workforce and willingness to support Ceres' Commitment to Inclusion and Equity
Willingness to travel as needed
Benefits
Includes a $15,000 housing and $1,200 commuting stipend
Opportunities for hybrid and remote work
80%, 82% or 85% (depending on your coverage election) employer paid health insurance
85% employer paid dental insurance
A 403(b) retirement plan with a generous match that starts on day one
Generous allowances for commuter and work from home expenses
Flexible spending accounts to set aside money on a pre-tax basis for eligible expenses
10 holidays
Generous vacation
Additional paid time off including week-long summer and winter breaks
Summer Fridays
Sick, personal, and parental leave
Company
Ceres, Inc.
Ceres is a nonprofit advocacy organization working to accelerate the transition to a cleaner, more just, and resilient world.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2021-05-12Series Unknown
Leadership Team
Mindy Lubber
CEO and President
Recent News
bloomberglaw.com
2025-10-25
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