Project Assistant

The Director of Energy plays a pivotal role in shaping the firm’s strategic direction for its Clean Energy practice and affirm its reputation as a reliable provider of high-quality policy consulting and technical assistance in the energy sector in California, the Western U.S., and nationally.

A successful candidate must have a commitment to systemic change by transforming cultures and ensuring that benefits, resources, and economic opportunities are equitably distributed to communities of color and Indigenous communities, particularly those most affected by environmental injustice.

Practice Leadership and Management

- Guide and implement a strategic vision and plan for the Clean Energy practice area, in concert with colleagues, with the CEO and the firm’s Principals as part of the overall strategic vision for the firm.

- Oversee clean energy projects and provide technical input and guidance to clients and project teams for successful project performance that meets and exceeds client expectations; anticipate project implementation issues and propose mitigation or correction measures in a timely manner.

- Contribute to position Better World Group as a leader in the clean energy sector by participating in conferences, panel discussions, and other events that showcase the firm's contributions to climate and clean energy policies and practices.

- Serve as a proactive adviser and thought partner to Principals on project planning, development, and implementation.

- Manage and coordinate complex campaigns, coalitions, or projects.

- Work directly with Principals and other senior team members, managing upwards by advising on strategies and approaches, and ensuring alignment with overall project goals.

Relationship Building and Business Development

- Encourage and nurture learning within the Clean Energy team and across Better World Group’s practices to cross pollinate issue area expertise.

- Drive new business opportunities by identifying and pursuing funding and partnership prospects that support an equitable approach to innovative clean energy policies that address the needs of highly burdened frontline communities.

- Represent Better World Group in high-level meetings, conferences, and public forums positioning the firm as a leader in clean energy innovation and policy.

- Leverage and expand an established network of climate and clean energy leaders to identify and cultivate partnerships that align with the firm’s strategic goals and values.

Staff Management, Development, and Collaboration

- Advise and lead clean energy project teams by setting clear expectations, providing regular feedback, and supporting professional growth through mentorship, training opportunities and career development.

- Build and maintain a collaborative work environment by facilitating effective communications, encouraging cross-practice teamwork, and resolving conflicts.

- Ensure practice area alignment with organizational values, goals and priorities.

Advocacy and Communications

- Design and implement effective advocacy campaigns that influence policy decisions and drive organizational change.

- Build coalitions, engage diverse stakeholders, and navigate complex political landscapes to advance key initiatives.

- Ability to foster clear and collaborative communication across project teams within and outside the practice area.

- Build and maintain relationships with clients, partners, decision-makers, and networks.

Other Responsibilities

- Contribute to a work environment and culture focused on equity and belonging

- Raise the visibility on various climate and environmental issues that impact communities of color and Indigenous communities by writing newsletter articles, blogs, and social media content

- Ability and willingness to travel, as needed, to meetings and conferences throughout the state and potentially other locations