PRIORITY FOR APPLICATIONS RECEIVED BY NOVEMBER 9, 2026POSITION SUMMARYThe Program Officer, U.S. Electricity will work closely with the Initiative Director to develop grantmaking strategies and portfolios that advance decarbonizing the electricity sector in the United States. This position will also play a key role in managing a set of grantees as they work towards the adoption of zero-emission policies, quickly and equitably.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Program Management - Develop strategic grantmaking plans; author memos on strategies, new subject areas, and for new initiatives
- Work with potential grantee organizations to solicit proposals for possible funding; develop concise and accurate summaries of funding requests; and answer substantive questions about the proposals
- Develop a complete and coherent rationale for funding proposals
- Conduct site visits to current and potential grantees; travel to meetings and conferences
- Monitor progress on approved grants and strategies
- Provide timely sector and strategy updates, summary reports, and presentations for senior staff and other internal and external partners
- Collaborate with the team to define and prioritize objectives and key results that support the theory of change
- Contribute to both an internal and grantee culture of evidence-based learning
- Inform the board of directors about program developments, including the effectiveness of individual grants, strategies, and opportunities for future improvements
Partnership Development - Lead thorough collaboration, both inside and outside the organization
- Work with teams across the organization and experts in the field to refine and improve the program's overall strategy
- Participate in joint efforts with other funders and affinity groups of foundations to determine collaboration opportunities to achieving shared goals
- Keep abreast of the funding landscape and advocacy field to determine emerging trends, areas of interest, current funding trends, and opportunities
EXPERIENCE - 8-10+ years of relevant experience in a climate, energy, and/or policy focused role
- Knowledge of or experience in grantmaking
- Knowledge or experience related to US policies that decarbonize the electricity sector
- Ability to advance relevant policy through first-hand experience in government, nonprofits, the private sector and/or philanthropy
- Familiarity with the climate and clean energy field landscape, as well as advocacy strategies, tactics, and key leverage points to advance policy
- Ability to develop strategies and prioritize resources to maximize impact
- Strong research, analysis, and synthesis skillset
- Ability to prioritize and be flexible in a fast-paced, constantly evolving, and collaborative environment
- Effective and flexible interpersonal, verbal, and written communications skills
- Detail-orientation with strong organizational and project management skills
- Ability and willingness to travel (up to 15%)
- Deep interest, passion, and commitment to reducing climate change
SALARY We provide a salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. The target national salary range is $145,000 to $155,000 with adjustments made for people in higher-expense markets, i.e. the San Francisco Bay Area, New York City, and Washington D.C. Equity is incredibly important to the organization, and a pay audit for equity is completed annually.
BENEFITS Climate Imperative provides a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include:
- Up to 100% of premium paid for medical, dental, and vision
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Carrot fertility and family planning benefits
- Student loan repayment assistance
- 401k retirement plan with a company match contribution
- Public transportation benefit options
- Cell phone and health/wellness reimbursement
- Parental Leave
- 14 paid holidays and four weeks of paid time off (PTO)
- Regular staff lunches and team building activities
- SF and DC office stocked with healthy snacks and beverages
- An innovative, collaborative, welcoming work culture
BENEFITS Climate Imperative provides a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include:
- Up to 100% of premium paid for medical, dental, and vision
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Carrot fertility and family planning benefits
- Student loan repayment assistance
- 401k retirement plan with a company match contribution
- Public transportation benefit options
- Cell phone and health/wellness reimbursement
- Parental Leave
- 14 paid holidays and four weeks of paid time off (PTO)
- Regular staff lunches and team building activities
- SF and DC office stocked with healthy snacks and beverages
- An innovative, collaborative, welcoming work culture
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS This role is done primarily in an office environment.
An employee must be able to satisfy the following physical requirements with or without a reasonable accommodation.
- Remain in a stationary position (at a desk) for at least 75% of the day
- Use hand and fingers to type
- Frequently communicate via phone or video and email and must be able to communicate using those methods
This description reflects essential functions, it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
Climate Imperative supports a hybrid work environment and requires all employees to come together in person two to three times per year.
