Jobs in Providence, RI

About the role

The Rhode Island Policy Advocate will be a key person on our Advocacy Team, working to influence state-level legislative and regulatory energy policy, mostly in Rhode Island, and some in Massachusetts. The Advocate would be a registered lobbyist in the state of Rhode Island working on our behalf. Our work focuses on decarbonizing transportation, buildings, and electricity. The Advocate would report to the Executive Director and collaborate with highly qualified colleagues and allies. The successful candidate will be effective at working with coalitions, legislators, and executive branch staff; knowledgeable about energy and environmental policy; curious; and determined. The position could be either at the associate or coordinator level and will be determined based on the experience and qualifications of the chosen candidate.

What you'll bring

• Qualified candidates should have a bachelor's or master’s degree in environmental or energy studies, public policy, or a related field and relevant work experience
• Passion for climate action;
• Knowledge and experience with public policies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the transportation, building, and electricity sectors;
• Roots in Rhode Island, meaning residence and familiarity with the geography, politics, and communities;
• Research experience
• Excellent interpersonal skills (I.e. confidence, diplomacy, etc.)
• Excellent written and oral communications skills;
• Skill in presentation composition and engaging diverse audiences;
• Analytical and technical capabilities (meaning, ability to understand economic/quantitative research papers), with close attention to detail;
• Ability to work independently, with initial guidance;
• Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple assignments simultaneously;
• Flexible and adaptable demeanor;

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