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Union of Concerned Scientists - Position Announcement California Climate Campaign Director - Berkeley, CA Office
Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS), a leading science-based nonprofit working for a healthy environment and a safer world, is seeking a dynamic leader in Berkeley, CA for the position of California Climate Campaign Director.
The Organization
Established in 1969 by MIT faculty and students who were concerned about the misuse of science and technology in society, UCS works on issues it believes to be the greatest environmental and security threats of our time. UCS combines rigorous scientific analysis with innovative thinking and effective citizen advocacy to achieve practical solutions. UCS strives for a future that is free from the threats of global warming and nuclear war and a planet that supports a rich diversity of life. The organization seeks to ensure that all people have clean air, energy and transportation, as well as food that is produced in a safe and sustainable manner. UCS is a powerful voice to secure changes in government policy, corporate practices and consumer choices that will protect and improve the health of the environment globally, nationally, and in communities throughout the United States.
The Position:
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under the direction of the Climate Program Director, and in close coordination with relevant Program, California and Federal Climate Campaign staff, develop, lead, and manage UCS efforts to advance climate policy in California and the western region. This includes: effective communication and collaboration with UCS program directors and staff working on climate issues; development of an integrated strategy and annual work plan for the CA Climate Campaign; drafting and management of CA Campaign funding proposals; management and supervision of California Campaign staff; and membership on the UCS Climate Campaign Committee.
GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The essential job duties/responsibilities of the position are included in but not limited to the information listed below.
Serve as lead UCS spokesperson on climate related issues in California and the Western states. Represent UCS in public forums, at conferences, with the media, before professional associations and in other settings. Look for opportunities to increase UCS visibility on climate policy in California. Support and strengthen visibility and leadership opportunities for other relevant UCS staff on California and Western states climate science and policy.
With CA climate staff, develop a climate campaign strategy and plan that integrates all aspects of UCS climate science and solutions work across sectors, and generally further UCS climate policy objectives.
Identify and, as appropriate, develop opportunities to leverage California climate science, impacts work, and policy learning to help strengthen sound science-based climate policies in other Western states, as well as nationally and internationally.
Establish and maintain strong working relationships with relevant experts and influential stakeholders at other institutions to exchange information, share resources, and generally strengthen UCSs leadership role on climate policy, science, and impacts in California and the Western states. Routinely exchange information, share resources and engage in any collaborative activities needed to further program or organizational goals. Identify and, as appropriate, engage new allies, constituencies, and coalitions. As appropriate, lead and/or coordinate coalitions to advance common climate policy objectives.
Guide and ensure high quality and effective implementation of the scientific, communications, outreach, and advocacy components of this campaign, and its integration into the UCS cross-program climate campaign to build strong California and western region climate policies and strong federal policies.
In coordination with other members of the California Climate Campaign team, work to support, refine, and implement activities aimed at leveraging UCS analytic and scientific resources to support priority climate policy objectives. Consistent with priority policy and outreach objectives, cultivate and maintain relationships with relevant stakeholders, including but not limited to business leaders, public health community, and other opinion-leaders.
Work with Federal Climate Campaign staff to ensure effective coordination and integration of California and federal climate policy initiatives.
Maintain appropriate knowledge of scientific developments, trends, and policy developments on key issues relevant to UCS work on climate change impacts and other key aspects of global change. Maintain current and thorough knowledge of climate science, policy initiatives, and processes across the region.
Manage California climate policy budget. Coordinate or lead in the hiring and supervision of staff, consultants, and interns.
In coordination with UCS Development staff, lead California climate-related funding activities. Craft grant proposals and reports.
Provide effective supervision of Campaign staff including providing guidance, feedback, support and annual progress reviews for each staff member.
Participate as a member of the UCS cross-organizational Climate Campaign Committee.
BASIC KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Position requires high-level knowledge of climate change policy, politics, science and economics; strong ability to understand the role of technical analyses and advocacy in shaping public opinion and policy debates; excellent public and media relations capabilities; a demonstrated ability to work and interact effectively in teams and to liaise with board members, government officials, and others in the NGO community; exceptional oral and written communication skills; and the leadership ability needed to effectively manage an action-oriented campaign and multidisciplinary team.
EXPERIENCE
Work requires a strong background in climate change policy and/or research, at least five years of progressively responsible related experience, including communicating climate policy and/or science to non-specialists and leveraging scientific and technical expertise to support economy-wide and sectoral climate policies. Supervisory and/or team leadership experience along with budget and project management experience is essential.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
Supervise dedicated climate campaign staff, and percentages of other staff as may be defined through the annual planning process. Provide direction and oversight to consultants and volunteers.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Normal office environment
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Little or no exertion. Frequent travel may be required.
For more information, please visit www.ucsusa.org.
To apply: please forward cover letter, resume and salary history to cajobs@ucsusa.org and include "CA Climate Campaign Director" in the subject line. E-mail application by Word documents only please. Please do not submit applications by multiple media.
December 10, 2007
