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Associate Director for the Adaptation Program, Georgetown Climate Center

Georgetown University

Washington (District of Columbia)

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USD 85,000 - 120,000

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Job summary

Georgetown University seeks an Associate Director for the Adaptation Program at the Georgetown Climate Center. This leadership role focuses on advancing climate adaptation policies, managing staff and projects, conducting relevant research, and securing funding. Candidates should possess strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills along with a relevant advanced degree to make a significant impact in climate change response efforts.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans
Disability and life insurance coverage
Retirement savings programs
Tuition assistance
Voluntary insurance options

Qualifications

  • 3-5 years experience in climate change law and policy.
  • Experience in developing proposals and presentations.
  • Strong skills in research, analysis, and writing.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement adaptation work plans.
  • Conduct substantive analysis on climate change adaptation.
  • Engage and facilitate outreach with government leaders and stakeholders.

Skills

Research
Analytical skills
Communication
Leadership

Education

Master's degree
Juris Doctor (preferred)

Job description


Associate Director for the Adaptation Program, Georgetown Climate Center - Georgetown University Law Center

Located in a historic neighborhood in the nation's capital, Georgetown offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, exciting ways to take advantage of Washington, D.C., and a commitment to social justice. Our community is a tight knit group of remarkable individuals interested in intellectual inquiry and making a difference in the world.

Requirements

Associate Director for the Adaptation Program, Georgetown Climate Center - Georgetown University Law Center

The nonpartisan Georgetown Climate Center (GCC) seeks to advance effective climate and energy policies in the United States and serves as a resource to state and local communities that are working to cut carbon pollution and prepare for climate change. GCC informs the development of state and federal policies that: Reduce carbon pollution from power plants and stationary sources, support clean and resilient transportation options, and help communities adapt to climate change.

The Associate Director for the Adaptation Program is a key member of the Georgetown Climate Center (GCC) and provides leadership and strategic direction to GCC's adaptation team. Reporting to the Adaptation Program Director, and working closely with other Center directors and University administrators, and interacting with senior local, state, and federal officials; faculty and senior administration; and external partners, funders, and media, the Associate Director has duties that include but are not limited to:

Management & Strategic Planning

  • Develop and implement the GCC adaptation work plan, in coordination with the GCC leadership team
  • Supervise the work of junior staff, including an Institute Associate, Justice Fellow, and student research assistants
  • Supervise student projects related to adaptation and resilience
  • Support the Adaptation Program Director in monthly budget review related to project funding for the mitigation program


Research & Development

  • Conduct substantive analysis and research on topics related to climate change adaptation - for example, efforts to adapt at the state and local adaptation options, federal law and policy affecting adaptation, and equity considerations related to adaptation and resilience
  • Provide direction to associates, fellows, student research assistants, and consultants; and coordinating collaborative research with partner organizations


Outreach, Engagement & Facilitation

Conduct outreach, engagement, and facilitation with state and federal leaders and staff, NGOs, companies, the media, and others - including organizing meetings and events with senior government leaders, engagement with the press, and public speaking

Fundraising

  • Work closely with the GCC leadership team to secure adaptation funding that captures strategic opportunities to advance GCC's research and policy agenda
  • Draft and develop timely and high-quality proposals and progress reports to existing and potential funders


Qualifications

  • Master's degree
  • At least 3 to 5 years of experience in climate change law and/or policy, with a focus on climate adaptation and resilience
  • Experience developing presentations, proposals, memos, work plans, white papers, and other written materials
  • Excellent research, analytical, speaking, and writing skills
  • Professional judgment to represent GCC in interactions with senior state and federal officials, funders, students, and other stakeholders


Preferred qualification

Juris Doctor preferred

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EEO Statement:

Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:

Georgetown University offers a wide variety of comprehensive and competitive benefits. Benefits packages include comprehensive health, dental and vision plans, disability and life insurance coverage, retirement savings programs, tuition assistance, voluntary insurance options (including group legal, accident, and critical illness), and much more. Whatever your need, the Office of Faculty and Staff Benefits will be standing by to support you. You can learn more about the benefits offered to eligible faculty and staff at https://benefits.georgetown.edu or view the online interactive benefits guide for more information.


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