Overview
Communications & Outreach Director, Tribal Jobs in Remote at GRID Alternatives
Communications & Outreach Director, Tribal
Why you want to work here…
GRID Alternatives is a national leader in making clean, affordable solar power and solar jobs accessible to low-income communities and communities of color. GRID is an entrepreneurial, high-growth non-profit organization that provides direct solar installation and project development; clean mobility options; workforce training and service learning opportunities; and low-income solar policy advocacy.
Our Vision: a rapid, equitable transition to a world powered by renewable energy that benefits everyone.
Our Mission: to build community-powered solutions to advance economic and environmental justice through renewable energy.
What it’s like at GRID…
At GRID, we care about each other and know that each employee has a whole self that includes life outside of work. Our culture supports learning, growth and well-being of all of our team members. Every member of GRID Alternatives must be dedicated to participating in the organization’s equity, inclusion, and diversity (EID) work.
GRID Alternatives provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetics. Because we value EID at GRID Alternatives, we encourage folks from all backgrounds to apply, even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications.
**Hired CA candidates must be able to pass a screening for drugs that are illegal in the state of California, including: amphetamine, cocaine metabolite, opiates, and PCP.
About the National Tribal Program
Since 2010, GRID Alternatives has worked with tribal communities across the United States to support their renewable energy goals and visions for a sustainable future through tribal focused programs. The Tribal Program supports tribes in asserting control over their energy resources and focuses on making project implementation feasible by leveraging state and federal programs, philanthropic dollars, and partnerships with other tribes across Indian County while working in alignment to identify, develop, finance and implement solar power projects that meet community needs, including education, hands-on training, and energy cost reductions for tribal members.
The National Tribal Program at GRID Alternatives supports tribal renewable energy development, workforce and training, and leadership development goals. The Tribal team has provided tribes with access to philanthropic capital through competitive grantmaking and leadership development programs. At its core, Tribal is about more than just regranting; it’s about mobilizing and developing tribal solar projects and integrating workforce development and training, nation-building, and strengthening the energy resilience of tribal communities with visions for a clean energy outlook for generations to come. The upfront expenses to install and maintain solar systems are out of reach for many tribal communities, which is why Tribal funding has been critical to each grantee we have supported.
Together, we are doing three key things to create a tribal renewable energy community that enhances and strengthens energy resilience and energy sovereignty by:
Increase access to funding for Tribal communities to achieve their renewable energy goals.
Support tribal leaders and youth in renewable energy to transform their communities.
Support Tribal partners building capacity to address their community’s energy needs and achieve their renewable energy visions.
The Opportunity…
The Tribal Communications and Outreach Director is an organized and creative professional supporting the National Tribal Program through media platforms and effective engagement both in person and virtually. The Director will report to the Co-Executive Director of Implementation and work closely with the Co-Executive Director of Development. The Director is responsible for managing the Tribal Program communications and media to include but not limited to: website, social media channels, monitoring Tribal Programs traditional media presence, and coordinating PR with funders, Native American media outlets, and tribal partners. Additionally, the Director oversees all Tribal Outreach and engagement efforts. The Director is part of a small headquarters team that works to promote GRID’s brand, mission and impact, and works to communicate with equity. A successful candidate will be a skilled communicator with experience in multimedia management and creation, public relations, administration, budget management, outreach and engagement, event coordination, and a passion for renewable energy and environmental justice.
This is a grant-sponsored position for a two-year term with renewal potential.
Job duties include, but are not limited to:
Creating and managing Tribal social media channels on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter
Monitoring and supporting all Tribal grantee social media accounts while promoting their content
Director will work closely with the Co-Executive Directors and all Tribal Program Directors to fulfill communication and outreach goals according to the overall strategy and implementation plans
Collaborating with the GRID HQ Comms team to develop and promote Tribal content, media hits, and campaigns on GRID’s social media
Tracking and optimizing Tribal performance on social media (Social Media Examiner, others)
Developing high-quality written and visual content for email, social media and website
Taking photos and videos of installs and Tribal grantee events as needed
Photo and Video management and editing
Tracking Tribal public speaking engagements and media coverage
Maintain website and update content
Being the point person for receiving grantee support requests, providing resources and technical support while coordinating communications between grantees and HQ communications
Collaborating with the headquarters communications team on programmatic and organizational communications strategy
Actively participating in GRID’s equity, inclusion, and diversity work
Developing communication strategies: Creating and implementing strategies that align with the organization’s goals and values
Evaluating communication campaigns: Assessing the effectiveness of communication campaigns and making adjustments as needed
Managing media relations: Responding to inquiries, arranging interviews, and preparing spokespersons
Creating marketing materials: Preparing materials to engage clients and customers, such as press releases, brochures, and newsletters
Managing customer relations: Answering customer queries, resolving issues, and offering discounts to improve customer satisfaction
Managing crisis communications: Addressing concerns and providing clear information to mitigate resistance
Developing and Implementing social media strategies
Managing Communications and Outreach Team members and providing direction to staff
Ensure outreach goals and metrics are developed and meet expectations. Also, ensure all goals are aligned with National Tribal team goals.
Oversight of the development of outreach material and deliverables and ensuring best practices when engaging with the public and tribal partners
Public speaking and presenting by representing the Tribal team at events, conferences, and other public relations efforts
Responsibility for Work of Other
Supervision of Communications and Outreach Team. This is a supervisory position
Responsible for the direction of all Communications and Outreach department activities
General supervision
Work is reviewed regularly, with scheduled 90-day review and annual performance appraisal
Independently performs assignments
Consults supervisor concerning unusual problems and developments
What you need to bring to this role…
Experience working directly with culturally diverse groups of people, Native American experience preferred
Experience managing teams and working in a supervisory capacity
Experience managing branded social media accounts
Experience in digital communications, ideally in a nonprofit and/or renewable energy/environment
Excellent storytelling abilities
Experience in using analytics to improve content
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
It would be great if you also had…
5-10 years of experience in communications, public relations, and/or outreach
Demonstrated skill in content production, including video, photography and written materials such as blogs and newsletters.
Experience with Critical Mention or other media tracking software
Where you will sit and the places you may go…
This position may rarely require up to 25% out-of-town travel to regional offices and special projects such as company-wide celebrations, team building exercises, etc. Availability to work nights and weekends may very rarely be required.
GRID Alternatives may provide vehicles for work travel and/or travel reimbursement for personal vehicle use. In this instance, applicants must hold a valid driver’s license and have a good driving record.
Let’s Talk Money!
This is a full-time, exempt position. Salary pay commensurate with experience within the pay band ($99k- $140k annually), plus the benefits below.
How we take care of you…
Medical, Dental, Vision/Eye Care insurance, 5 weeks paid time off (PTO),13 paid holidays, Commuter Checks, 403b Retirement Plan, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), STD, LTD, and AD&D insurance
Ready to Apply?
Submit a resume describing your interest. Due to the high volume of inquiries, mailed and emailed applications are not accepted. Please do not call and/or email requesting an update.
Thank you for your interest in GRID Alternatives!
Title: Communications & Outreach Director, Tribal
Company: GRID Alternatives
Location: Remote
