Director, ACORE Accelerate (Washington)

Position Title: Program Director, ACORE Accelerate

Department: Corporate Engagement

Reports to: EVP, Corporate Engagement

Who We Are: The American Council on Renewable Energy (ACORE) is the nation’s leading voice on the issues most essential to clean energy expansion – and we’ve been doing it for over 20 years. The ACORE staff bring decades of experience, passion, and dedication to their jobs, which translates into tenacious execution for our members and partners in driving the clean energy revolution forward. We believe in a clean energy future. We also believe in enjoying where you work. ACORE is proud to be named by The Nonprofit Times as one of the best nonprofits to work for in 2023.

Who We’re Looking For: ACORE’s Accelerate membership program is a 2-year, application-based program designed to empower emerging small and mid-sized clean energy companies through tailored support that accelerates their growth within the clean energy marketplace. ACORE is seeking a Program Director to manage and oversee the day-to-day operations of the industry-leading Accelerate program. Salary for the Accelerate Program Director $120,000-$135,000. We are seeking an energetic, organized, and motivated leader who will:

Direct ACORE Accelerate Program Operations

• Serve as the primary point of contact for Accelerate members
• Develop and deploy an annual programming plan for Accelerate members and alumni, which includes in-person and virtual events, mentorship opportunities, weekly town halls, and educational and networking activities
• Oversee annual application and selection process
• Build and expand relationships with Accelerate members with a goal of expanding their networks throughout the ACORE ecosystem
• Develop and manage the annual ACORE Accelerate membership program budget in coordination with the finance team
• Support and collaboratively develop relationships with program sponsors, impact investors, Green Banks, clean energy accelerators, and regional organizations to support the program's success

Lead Program Communications and Impact Evaluation

• Develop and implement a communication strategy to demonstrate programmatic impact and support growth and member recruitment
• Implement program evaluation framework; support strategic planning and KPI reporting
• Support programmatic partnerships and represent ACORE externally at industry conferences and events
• Work with the corporate engagement and philanthropic fundraising teams to develop secure expanded funding for the Accelerate program.
• Source, select, and manage program consultants and vendors.

The Must Haves:

• Clean Energy Expertise. Clean energy is here and you are here for it with a good understanding of the industry, its issues, and its players
• Understanding of Entrepreneurs. Entrepreneurs build the plane while they are flying and you understand how to help them soar
• Project Management Expertise. You love it when a plan comes together and put into place the tools and processes to make sure it does
• Strong Message Delivery. Your communication skills are clear, concise and creative. You understand how to adapt a message to your audience to drive to an outcome
• Collaboration. You don’t have a problem rolling up your sleeves to work on challenges, big or small, with teammates and members.
• Strong attention to detail. You understand the importance of delivering accurate, high-quality work to customers and colleagues in a timely manner
• Relationship Builder. You understand the value of strong relationships and are skilled in establishing and maintaining them
• Skilled team leader. You are organized, demonstrate superb time management, know how to effectively prioritize your and your team’s work, and value helping team members level up.
• Results-focused. You are data-driven and have experience managing budgets, preferably in a non-profit, growth-focused environment.
• Minimum of 8 years relevant work experience

The Perks of Working at ACORE:

• Competitive salary
• Robust health care options
• Generous vacation policy with 15 vacation days in your first year
• 11 federal holidays, plus the week between Christmas and New Years
• Paid parental leave
• Hybrid work schedule
• 401(k) retirement plan that includes an employer contribution
• Educational assistance program
• Talented team members who care deeply about our mission and one another

In addition to your resume, please provide a cover letter describing your interest and how you would make an impact in this position. Applications without cover letters will not be considered.

Non-Discrimination

ACORE is committed to workplace diversity and inclusion. We are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.