Sustainable Homes Program Lead – Decarbonization & Grants

Local Initiatives Support Corporation; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage

Disability Insurance

Retirement Savings (401k/403b)

Generous Holidays

Vacation, PTO, and Sick Days

Tuition Assistance

Referral Program

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

LISC Massachusetts seeks a Sustainable Homes Program Officer to advance energy efficiency and decarbonization in Massachusetts’ affordable housing sector. You will work with the Deputy Director to assess services, identify gaps, and propose program and policy solutions, coordinating with funders and partners statewide.

You will manage programs, convene a network of practitioners, and illuminate decarbonization opportunities through research and collaboration with MACDC, New Ecology, and other

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant field with a track record in sustainability or community development.
• Experience in grant writing, management, and reporting.
• Knowledge of green building and sustainable development standards and policies.
• Strong data and policy analysis capabilities.
• Commitment to community development and economic empowerment.
• Ability to balance creativity with outcomes-based evaluation and reporting.
• Proven success coordinating with diverse community, public, and private actors.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day management of climate and decarbonization programs with partner funders.
• Develop outreach materials, lead reviews, and draft memos and reports for funders.
• Manage solar and charging infrastructure programs and subcontractors.
• Cultivate relationships with funders, financial institutions, and public agencies.
• Convene and plan energy cohort activities, meetings, and tours.
• Support interagency decarbonization working groups and coalitions.
• Analyze decarbonization data and maintain knowledge of funding sources.
• Advocate for state and local resources and regulatory solutions.

Skills

Communication

Research

Analysis

Relationship building

Team building

Grant writing

Policy analysis

Data management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

LISC Massachusetts seeks a Sustainable Homes Program Officer to advance energy efficiency and decarbonization in Massachusetts’ affordable housing sector. You will work with the Deputy Director to assess services, identify gaps, and propose program and policy solutions, coordinating with funders and partners statewide.

You will manage programs, convene a network of practitioners, and illuminate decarbonization opportunities through research and collaboration with MACDC, New Ecology, and other