Analyst, Energy Transition

Overview

We are Edison Electric Institute, the association that represents all U.S. investor-owned electric companies. Our members provide electricity for more than 235 million Americans and operate in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. As a whole, the electric power industry supports more than 7 million jobs in communities across the United States. In addition to our U.S. members, EEI has more than 65 international electric companies, with operations in more than 90 countries, as International Members, and hundreds of industry suppliers and related organizations as Associate Members.

Operating Principles

Our Operating Principles are designed to foster growth and to enable every employee to harness and demonstrate the Power by Association that EEI represents. We will always:

• Create a Positive and Satisfying Work Environment – We will work together to create an environment that fosters professional growth.
• Deliver High-Quality Service – We must be motivated to provide member service that is prompt, responsive, accurate, and credible.
• Demonstrate Teamwork – We must embrace the concept of teamwork as achieved through effective communication, mutual respect, trust, creation of a sense of camaraderie, and cooperation on all tasks to meet customer needs.
• Focus on Results – We must set priorities, seek results, and devise, manage, and use creative ways to define and to measure success in achieving those results effectively and efficiently.
• Provide Value – We must strive to provide value to our member companies.
• Put Our Customers First – Our primary customers are our member companies. Each of us must work to deliver quality service in a positive and professional manner and must strive to exceed customer expectations every time a service is provided.
• Take Initiative – We are all empowered to take individual initiative and informed risk and to accept accountability in meeting the needs of our customers and of each other.

Responsibilities

Join us in our mission to drive the clean energy transition forward! We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to join us as an Analyst, Clean Energy Transition. In this role, you’ll be instrumental in assisting the Edison Foundation Institute for the Energy Transition (IET) with its mission to inform electric companies and stakeholders about the latest advancements in carbon-free technologies. As part of our team, you’ll play a pivotal role in researching clean energy technology developments, creating informative content for public consumption, nurturing relationships with technology stakeholders, and organizing engaging events to promote awareness and collaboration. If you’re passionate about contributing to a sustainable and resilient energy future, we want to hear from you!

• Research, develop, and curate content related to the commercialization of carbon-free technologies under the guidance of the Executive Director.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to review and update content regularly for dissemination on the IET website and in materials for members and stakeholders.
• Design and implement systems to ensure timely updates of content in alignment with organizational objectives.
• Organize webinars, meetings, and events under the direction of the Executive Director to showcase clean technology progress among EEI members.
• Assist the Executive Director and EVP, Clean Energy in implementing the IET-DOE-EPRI-LDES Council MOU on long-duration energy storage.
• Provide administrative support to IET, including managing bills, invoices, scheduling internal and external meetings, and preparing for events.
• Coordinate and support Advisory Committee meetings and liaise with the Foundation’s Institute for Electric Innovation for logistical support.
• Offer logistical assistance to the Chief Sustainability Officers Group as required to facilitate their activities and initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field, including environmental studies/science, public policy, engineering, or other sciences
• 1 – 3 years’ experience with clean energy technologies or relevant educational background in climate change and associated technologies
• Previous experience in administrative and research roles
• Public speaking experience or experience leading meetings a plus
• Background in clean energy technologies and a willingness to learn more
• A strong enthusiasm for advancing the clean energy transition
• Excellent research skills and a curiosity about new topics that drives self-directed exploration of new issues and logical next questions
• Proficiency in public speaking or a willingness to cultivate and enhance these abilities
• Excellent time management and ability to follow through with assignments
• Ability to manage up and foster collaborative relationships with colleagues at all levels
• Excellent business writing skills
• Experience with website design and maintenance using InDesign and Adobe, along with commonly used virtual meeting platforms such as Teams, WebEx, Zoom.
• Proficiency with computer programs including Microsoft Office Suite encompassing Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

The salary range for this role begins at $65,000. Starting annual salary will be determined on individual qualifications. EEI also offers an annual performance incentive which is prorated for mid-year start dates. This incentive is typically up to 10% of base salary. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401k, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness incentives and programs, transportation subsidy, and professional development opportunities.

Office Protocol

This is a hybrid position which requires the incumbent to reside in the District of Columbia metropolitan area and come into the office a minimum of three days each week with two of the mandatory days being Tuesday and Wednesday.

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