Manager, Renewable Energy Policy – 26017

Overview
World Wildlife Fund (WWF), one of the world’s leading conservation organizations, seeks a Manager, Renewable Energy Policy.

The Manager directs WWF efforts to develop and execute policy priorities and to advance the nascent renewable thermal energy market and accelerate industrial decarbonization in the US and beyond.

The Manager is WWF’s policy lead for the Renewable Thermal Collaborative (RTC), the leading coalition of industrial, commercial, and institutional energy users working to accelerate their use of renewable thermal and electrification solutions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, grow the economy, and create good jobs. The Manager leads WWF’s RTC policy work and represents WWF on the RTC policy team to advance the solutions needed to transition thermal energy use to a net-zero pathway.

Working in coordination with the Policy and Government Affairs team, the Manager will bring WWF and RTC policy recommendations, as well as the voices and expertise of industrial thermal energy users and solution providers, to federal, state, and local policymakers with the goal of creating innovative, nonpartisan, durable policy solutions.

Salary Range: $100,900 – $145,100

Please note: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

This position is a 1-year assignment with high possibility for continued extensions.
Travel: Up to ~15%

Responsibilities

Lead WWF’s day-to-day engagement with the RTC on its policy priorities.

Research and identify potential and emerging state and federal climate and energy policy opportunities, with a primary focus on thermal energy and industrial decarbonization. These will be informed and developed through close engagement with companies, other NGOs, and policymakers, working in coordination with the WWF Policy and Government Affairs team.

Stay current on developments relevant to RTC’s policy agenda, including tracking state and federal legislative proposals, attending relevant legislative hearings, and following and commenting on federal and state administrative and regulatory processes.

Lead the development of policy materials on RTC priorities for WWF, including policy briefs, one-pagers, public comments, legislative recommendations, testimonies, etc.

Keep abreast of other developments in renewable thermal energy, such as key corporate actions and communications, and activities by NGOs and other stakeholders.

Establish and maintain relationships with representatives of institutions, companies, and other key external stakeholders.

Work in coordination with the Policy and Government Affairs team to establish, maintain, and leverage WWF’s relationships with key state and federal government stakeholders in support of RTC priorities, including in Congress, the Administration, and federal and state agencies.

Help organize and lead policymaker education and advocacy activities, such as briefings and other events for Congress, federal agencies, state legislatures, regulatory officials, and utility commissions related to RTC policy priorities. Work with RTC staff to mobilize companies in support of RTC policy priorities.

Organize and lead policy-related training and workshops for companies, and develop knowledge products and other program updates.

Act as an expert spokesperson for WWF on RTC policy priorities as needed.

Lead development of WWF-US strategies, work plans, and budgets for policy-related work in the RTC.

Manage the development and implementation of fundraising strategies, identify funding opportunities, cultivate donors, and, in cooperation with the Development Team at WWF-US, prepare funding proposals and reports to donors.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Key Competencies

Adaptability: Ability to remain flexible and effective in response to changing environments, shifting priorities, or unforeseen challenges, while maintaining productivity and composure.

Communication: Clearly and effectively conveys information through verbal, written, and non-verbal means, actively listens, tailors messaging to the audience, and ensures mutual understanding across contexts and cultures.

Stakeholder Engagement: Builds, maintains, and leverages relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support collaboration, influence outcomes, and align around shared goals and initiatives.

Intellectual Curiosity: Demonstrates a strong desire to learn, explore new ideas, question assumptions, and seek deeper understanding to enhance decision-making and drive innovation.

Qualifications

Minimum of 6-8+ years of professional experience with policy (Federal and/or State) AND Renewable Energy/Carbon Industry.

Desired state policy experience: leading campaigns, partnerships, and various types of engagement (lobbying, energy policy, utilities, etc.), working with coalitions.

Proven policy expertise in clean energy issues, particularly related to industrial decarbonization.

Track record working on renewable energy (thermal and electricity), corporate climate strategy, sustainable supply chain management, and energy economics.

State or federal legislative or policy experience strongly preferred.

Experience working in a coalition organization is an added asset.

Excellent organizational, project management, research, and writing skills.

Ability to operate independently under pressure to meet deadlines and commitments.

Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders and across multiple priorities.

Team player with strong interpersonal skills.

Committed to building and strengthening a culture of inclusion within and across teams.

WWF Core Values

Courage: Demonstrate courage through actions, work for change where needed, and inspire others to tackle the greatest threats to nature and the future of the planet.

Integrity: Act with integrity, accountability, and transparency, guided by facts and science to ensure learning and evolution.

Respect: Honor the voices and knowledge of people and communities served, securing their rights to a sustainable future.

Collaboration: Deliver impact at the scale of challenges through collective action and innovation.

To Apply

Submit cover letter and resume through the WWF Careers Page
, Requisition #26017.

Due to the high volume of applications, WWF is not able to respond to inquiries via phone.

World Wildlife Fund (WWF) promotes equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

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