Executive Director

Clean Energy Transition Institute (CETI); Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Clean Energy Transition Institute (CETI) seeks an Executive Director to lead the organization into its next chapter. CETI has established itself as a trusted source of independent, nonpartisan research and analysis working to accelerate an equitable clean energy transition in the Northwest.

The candidate will fundraise, build relationships, and guide strategy with a mission-driven team. Search timelines indicate early applications are encouraged, with interviews starting in late April and a

Qualifications

• A proven track record in fundraising and building long-term funding relationships.
• Experience leading a mission-driven research or policy-focused organization.
• Strong strategic planning and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead CETI and shape its programmatic and financial strategy.
• Grow CETI's funding base through grants, gifts, and partnerships.
• Build trust with a talented team and key stakeholders in the Northwest.

Skills

Fundraising

Relationship-building

Strategic thinking

Team leadership

Job description

The Clean Energy Transition Institute (CETI) seeks an Executive Director to lead the organization into its next chapter. CETI has established itself as a trusted source of independent, nonpartisan research and analysis working to accelerate an equitable clean energy transition in the Northwest. The need for rigorous analysis at the state and regional level is growing and CETI is uniquely positioned to illuminate solutions and engage stakeholders in fact-based conversations about the opportunities and tradeoffs ahead.

We're looking for a leader who is deeply committed to the clean energy transition and knows the landscape well enough to lead a specialized research organization with authority; a fundraiser and relationship-builder who can cultivate and grow a funding base; a strategic thinker who can read the ecosystem and make disciplined bets on where CETI's work moves the needle; and a team leader who can build trust quickly with a talented, mission-driven team. If you are energized by the opportunity to build, not just manage, and are ready to help shape what CETI becomes next, we'd love to hear from you.

Search Timeline: Applications received by April 24 will receive full consideration; early applications are encouraged. All applicants will receive an email confirmation. Interviewing is anticipated to begin in late April/early May, with additional interview rounds through June and a hiring decision expected by end of June.