Vice President Advocacy

Clean Grid Alliance; United States; On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Clean Grid Alliance seeks a Vice President, Advocacy to direct its state energy policy initiatives and shape strategic priorities at the state, regional, and local levels. The role collaborates with Regional Policy Directors, consultants, members, and the Executive Director to advance renewable energy goals.

The VP will manage a team including Regional Policy Directors and a Policy Associate, coordinating lobbying efforts, engaging members, and presenting to policymakers while supporting

Qualifications

• Proven experience in energy policy and government relations.
• Ability to set and implement ambitious legislative agendas.
• Strong coalition-building and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent communication and strategic thinking.
• Experience managing teams and coordinating cross-organizational initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead state policy initiatives and align with regional/local efforts.
• Oversee a team including Regional Policy Directors and a Policy Associate.
• Coordinate lobbying efforts and determine when external support is needed.
• Engage with members to gather input and share policy updates with policymakers.
• Support fund development and build relationships with stakeholders and trade groups.

Skills

Policy leadership

Coalition building

Stakeholder engagement

Public speaking

Strategic thinking

Job description

The client is seeking a Vice President, Advocacy to lead its state policy initiatives focused on advancing renewable energy. This role oversees policy work at the state, regional, and local levels, collaborating closely with Regional Policy Directors, consultants, members, and the Executive Director. The Vice President will play a key role in shaping the organization's overall strategy, setting legislative priorities, and developing long-term policy approaches that address emerging trends in clean energy.

Responsibilities include managing a team comprising Regional Policy Directors, a Manager of Membership & Operations, a Policy Associate, and various consultants engaged in state-specific initiatives. The Vice President will coordinate lobbying efforts, determine when external support is needed, and foster collaborative relationships with trade organizations and stakeholders. Engaging with members to gather input, delivering presentations to policymakers, and supporting fund development and relationship building are also central to this position.

The ideal candidate is an experienced leader in energy policy with a proven ability to set and implement ambitious legislative agendas. A background in government relations or policy work, strong coalition-building skills, and the ability to navigate diverse viewpoints are essential. The role requires excellent communication abilities, strategic thinking, and the capacity to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.