- Develop and execute Enterprise's federal policy and advocacy agenda around the intersection of housing and climate.
- Work with elected officials, their staff, lobbyists and stakeholders to research, create, and advocate for climate and housing policy at the federal level.
- Collaborate with Enterprise National, State & Local Policy and Building Resilient Futures staff to identify high impact and priority policy efforts focused on creating climate friendly, resilient, high quality affordable homes.
- Identify opportunities to use policy to meet Enterprise's programmatic goals as they relate to climate. Monitor the federal landscape and inform National Policy, State & Local Policy and Building Resilient Futures program staff about relevant policy efforts, initiatives and strategies.
- Create policy position papers, outreach materials, written testimony, and media advocacy materials to inform partners, elected officials, and the public. Work with partner agencies to create joint materials and statements.
- Build and participate in coalitions by working closely with other climate, housing and community-based partners on priority policy efforts.
- Work with Enterprise's Marketing team to utilize social media, press releases, op-eds and other earned media to advance advocacy efforts.
- Undergraduate degree required.
- Minimum of 5-7 years of relevant experience.
- Deep understanding and familiarity with climate mitigation, environmental justice and/or climate adaptation strategies as they relate to housing, including how these opportunities are incentivized or required by federal agency programs via HUD, DOE, EPA, and/or Treasury.
- Federal government relations experience required
- Experience working with partners in the climate resilience industry, including research and advocacy organizations in energy efficiency, renewables, and/or resilience as well as program administrators and implementers.
- Experience working with partners in housing and community development efforts.
- Thorough knowledge of and proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point.
- Excellent grammar, editing and proofreading skills to produce complete, correct correspondence, proposals, reports and white papers.
- Strong communication skills with ability to clearly express ideas, thoughts and concepts verbally and in writing.
- Demonstrated professionalism, diplomacy, composure, flexibility and ability to adapt to a variety of situations.
- Strong initiative with ability to seek out relevant information prior to making timely decisions.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to coordinate complex activities, prioritize conflicting demands and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work independently, solve problems and take responsibility for moving tasks forward with minimal supervision.
- Ability to coordinate complex activities, meet deadlines, and use good judgment in managing conflicting demands and priorities.
- Commitment to supporting an anti-racist work environment and advancing racial equity.
- Ability to travel on occasion and attend evening meetings.
- Incumbent is expected to:Demonstrate strong ethics in interpersonal relations.Work as an effective, collaborative team member.Continually improve systems and procedures within own job, office and organization.Treat internal and external customers with respect, honesty and professionalism.
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Director, Climate Policy - Washington, United States - Enterprise Community Partners
Description
Enterprise is a national nonprofit that exists to make a good home possible for the millions of families without one. We support community development organizations on the ground, aggregate and invest capital for impact, advance housing policy at every level of government, and build and manage communities ourselves. Since 1982, we have invested $72 billion and created 1 million homes across all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands - all to make home and community places of pride, power and belonging.
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At Enterprise, you'll be part of a diverse, committed team making a difference every day. You will collaborate with some of the smartest minds and biggest hearts in our field. You'll be empowered to drive systems change and take bold steps to advance racial equity. And you will find a career home where you're valued and supported in your growth journey.
Enterprise offers career opportunities in our offices across the country with anexceptional benefits package.
Job Description Summary
This is a tremendous opportunity for a seasoned leader who will serve as integral member of the federal policy team. Reporting directly to the Vice President of Policy, the Director of Climate is responsible for developing and executing Enterprise's federal policy and advocacy agenda around the intersection of housing and climate, with the aspiration of achieving environmental sustainability and justice. This is a newly created position on Enterprise's federal policy team that will work in close coordination and collaboration with the Building Resilient Futures program team, as well as with external coalitions and other key partners.Job Description
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You will be working with a group of talented professionals who are motivated by serving the community and addressing the need for affordable housing.
Enterprise offers a comprehensive total rewards package for you and your family.
The base salary for this role is $145,000 to $155,000, depending on level of skills and experience.
The salary range for this position is represented by the low and high end of the range for the amount to be paid for the position. Salaries paid at Enterprise will vary based on factors that may include skills, education, location, experience, and performance. The salary range is just a part of the total rewards package provided to employees at Enterprise, and other rewards may include annual performance bonuses and generous paid leave programs.
At Enterprise, our benefits form a major component of our total rewards package. Benefits include dental, health, and vision care plans, as well as family-building benefits, such as fertility, adoption, surrogacy support, and gender-affirming care. Enterprise allows flexible work arrangements to promote a better work-life balance. We offer health advocacy, EAP, and mental health benefits. We round out our total rewards package by offering financial education, wellness programs, and auto-enrollment in the company's 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions. Finally, you will have learning and development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement for job-related courses and certifications. Thank you for your interest in joining the Enterprise team in our effort and commitment to serve others.