US Regional Organizer

The Climate Reality Project was founded by former US Vice President Al Gore with a mission to catalyze a global solution to the climate crisis by making urgent action a necessity across every sector of society. We recruit, train, and mobilize people of all walks of life to work for just climate solutions that speed energy transition worldwide and open the door to a better tomorrow for us all.

Our global network totals more than 3.8 million people from more than 190 countries and territories. With 11 international branches, we work to support our trained Climate Reality Leaders and activist network. Our strategy is two-pronged: 1) grow the climate movement and build the political will necessary to adopt policy solutions through our signature trainings around the globe, and 2) harness our ever-expanding network in support of three key areas -- reducing emissions, financing a just transition and strengthening international cooperation around climate change.

Climate Reality staff are a diverse group of passionate individuals who are taking onm the greatest challenge of our time. We are advocates, cultural leaderws, organizers, scientists, storytellers, and non-profit professionals committed to building a sustainable future together.

Position Summary

The US Regional Organizer is responsible for supporting volunteer-led chapters and Climate Reality Leaders across the United States, working with Chapter Chairs, Leadership Committee members, and chapter members, to provide resources, trainings, and dedicated support for climate action. This position will support all chapters, including those running Climate Reality campaigns, build tools for use and sharing amongst chapter membership, train volunteers, and act as a point of contact for chapters in their region. As a staff member of the US Field team, this position assists in efforts to meet strategic program and organizational goals through outreach and partnership-building with new constituencies, building strong relationships within their assigned region. States and chapters served will generally be within the same geographic region but may change from time to time in consultation with the US Branch team based on activity within chapters and US Branch needs.

Currently reporting to the US Branch Senior Manager, the US Regional Organizer works alongside other US Regional Organizers and has no direct reports.

This position is within a union-represented collective bargaining unit, and specific terms and conditions of employment will be subject to a collective bargaining agreement between Climate Reality and the union.

This is a full time, hourly, non-exempt, benefits-eligible, hybrid position. The Climate Reality Project offers a flexible hybrid schedule, with staff working from our office in downtown Washington, DC at least two days per week to enable and encourage collaboration within and among teams. Remote, in region candidates, may be considered for the role. The salary range for the role is $55,709-$56,822.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Recruit, onboard, and support new Climate Reality chapters and volunteers in region
• Provide on-going support, follow up, and leadership development to chapters and volunteer leaders
• Engage proactively with chapters and Climate Reality Leaders digitally via Climate Reality platforms, email, and external platforms where chapters may be present such as social media
• Conduct monthly one-on-one calls with chapter chairs to build lasting relationships as their staff point and help lead monthly national leadership calls as needed
• Facilitate meetups and retreats across chapters to foster peer learning and development
• Train chapters on campaigns and organizing skills through developing Chapter Training Series curriculum content and acting as a skill trainer for webinars and in-person training events
• Build organizational storytelling capacity by compiling individual stories, chapter narratives, accomplishments, and photos to share with both internal and external audiences on both Climate Reality channels and external channels as appropriate
• Adhere and contribute to strong data management practices and program metrics
• Support chapters with administrative duties
• Serve as a resource for chapters and the organization on regionally relevant issues and campaigns
• Build and maintain regional partnerships and identify strategic coalition spaces for Climate Reality and our chapters to join
• Support chapters as they run Climate Reality campaigns, in collaboration with the Campaigns team
• Support the creation and implementation of chapter-specific plans by providing feedback and coaching through prioritization of actions to create impact
• Track the progress of chapter-led programs and chapter development in Salesforce and relevant reporting systems
• Support Climate Reality Leadership Corps trainings, and help chapters with post-training engagement
• Occasional travel for Climate Reality business and trainings
• Support and contribute to the ongoing improvement of our operations and enrichment of our culture, for example by serving on ad hoc or ongoing work groups, assisting with the onboarding and training of colleagues, and participating in efforts to assess, refine, and strengthen our culture and practices
• Other duties as assigned

Requried Skills and Abilities

• Strong organizational, written and verbal communications skills
• Ability to manage deadlines and multi-task, with some experience managing or supporting projects or events
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritize tasks, learn quickly, and accept constructive feedback
• Experience and awareness of cultural diversity, ability to work effectively with a diverse group of organizations and volunteers, across generations and regions
• A dedication to solving the climate crisis
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office to include Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Organizing experience preferred, including the ability to build strong working relationships with volunteers
• Proficiency with Salesforce preferred
• Proficiency with Mac is a plus
• Ability to travel a few times per year
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer required

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree—or equivalent experience
• Has at least 0-2 years of relevant experience
• Some knowledge of organizing communities, leading climate change campaigns, and cultural diversity
• Strong interest in coalition building, political organizing, grassroots, or field campaign organizing

Organizational Competencies

The Climate Reality Project has adopted a competency-based approach to job definition, hiring, performance assessment, and professional development. The following are our seven organization-wide competencies and examples of how they manifest for this role.

1. Teamwork and Collaboration: Builds and sustains productive working relationships with colleagues; actively listens to others and seeks to understand diverse perspectives; follows through on commitments.
2. Flexibility and Adaptability: Demonstrates the ability to adapt to changing priorities and circumstances; takes initiative to solve problems, improve processes, and/or achieve outcomes; learns quickly when faced with new situations or systems.
3. Written and Verbal Communication: Written communication is clear and concise; verbal communication is intentional and straightforward; provides timely and helpful information across the organization as needed; gives and receives constructive feedback in a thoughtful manner.
4. Time and Project Management: Possesses a strong work ethic i.e., a sense of ownership over tasks, commitment to following things through, and a willingness to do what it takes to get the job done; manages multiple competing priorities, tasks, and projects effectively, appropriately seeking help from others when needed.
5. Professional Development: Shows commitment and acts to continuously improve; connects with advocates, experts, mentors, and resources, and actively seeks new ways to grow and be challenged through internal and external training opportunities; accepts assignments that broaden capabilities.
6. Climate Justice: Works to understand and achieve anti-racist principles to disrupt the systems of white supremacy, privilege, classism, sexism, and racism; seeks to understand how systemic racism and environmental injustice impact individuals and frontline and fenceline communities; works to promote a welcoming and inclusive environment in Climate Reality spaces (workplace, events, trainings, and other convenings).
7. Climate Reality Mission and Focus: Is passionate about Climate Reality's role and mission and can act as a Climate Reality ambassador to a diverse set of audiences.

Role Specific Competencies

In addition to organization-wide competencies, each role has its own competencies. Below are examples of how each competency manifests in this role.

1. Cultural Awareness: Operates with an awareness of cultural diversity, with a specific lens on equity and justice; can work effectively with diverse groups, such as organizations, coalitions, and volunteers; works with communities to cultivate issue knowledge and advocacy.
2. Technology and Data Systems: Manages internal electronic document storage effectively, including for the purposes of supporting program metrics and analysis; uses Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and CRM software proficiently.
3. Interpersonal Skills: Is communicative, persuasive, patient, conscientious, and polite to Climate Reality colleagues and the general public over email, phone, and in person; works with internal staff to execute large-scale events for climate leaders; collaborates with internal staff and external agencies and consultants.
4. Leadership and Management: Works across departments or teams to foster organizational health and relationship-building.

The Climate Reality Project is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or any other category prohibited by local, state or federal law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, social and recreational activities and termination.