Senior Director of Renewables - Campaigns

Remote-based in the US, with a preference for Washington, DC.

Overview

GoodPower works globally to unlock the enormous economic potential of the energy transitionmore affordable energy bills, better and more abundant jobs, healthier food, economic security for families and farmers, and a better economy that works for all of us.

We operate at the intersection of digital media, smart tech, civic participation, and advocacy to reach millions of people annually with our work to: lower costs and create jobs, shift culture to transform beliefs and behaviors, and accelerate the deployment of decarbonized technologies like: renewables, regenerative agriculture and electric vehiclesone individual, one neighborhood, one community at a time.

GoodPower is at an exciting, pivotal moment as we launch our new strategic plan through 2030 to level up all areas of our workgrowing our organization 5x over the next five years and relentlessly honing our skills and expertise to be the best that we can be to transform our renewable energy economy.

Job Summary

GoodPower employs a highly-skilled and professional global staff that bring diverse experiences from the private, public and nonprofit sectors. The landscape of challenges and opportunities in our field shifts rapidlybut what doesnt is the need for the tools and capabilities at which we excel.

The Senior Director of Renewables, Campaigns will focus on advancing renewable energy siting and permitting campaigns, as well as related regulatory and policy advocacy. This role will help identify opportunities to flatten the curve of local opposition and disinformation, drive action-taking in support of renewable deployment, promote pro-development policies and regulations, and foster ideal conditions to facilitate faster renewable energy development. The Director will combine strategic leadership with hands-on campaign execution and research to support GoodPowers mission of accelerating utility-scale renewable energy deployment.

Reporting to the Head of Renewables, Campaigns, this position is ideal for an individual with deep experience in renewable energy development, community engagement and related regulatory affairs who is eager to take on a leadership role in advancing renewable energy solutions at the state and local levels.

This is a full-time, remote role based anywhere in the United States. The incumbent will operate from a home office, participate in regular in-person events, field work, and both internal and external meetings. Frequent interactions through video chat with GoodPower team members, industry clients, partners, vendors, and funders are expected. Flexibility to occasionally work irregular hours as needed and a willingness to travel for field-based activities and partner meetings.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Support strategy development including drafting internal and external plans, memos and playbooks for accelerating deployment

• Share and leverage subject matter expertise in community engagement, stakeholder relations, and project deployment across a variety of renewable energy technologies

• Develop guides and collateral for engaging with local officials, stakeholders, and communities to promote renewable energy projects

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain relationships with renewable energy developers, policymakers, community leaders, funders, partners and other key stakeholders

• Draft reports, memos, letters and other communications funders, developer clients, and other critical stakeholders as needed

• Support advocacy efforts for policy and regulatory changes that streamline renewable energy deployment locally, at the state-level and nationally where applicable

• Represent the organization at industry events, public hearings, and community forums to promote renewable energy initiatives

• Support community engagement efforts with partners and other stakeholders, including town halls, community events, or other opportunities

Research

• Identify and analyze regulatory and policy opportunities to support renewable energy permitting and development-friendly ordinances

• Conduct research on advocacy strategies, regulatory barriers, and best practices to inform campaign and outreach efforts

Campaign Design and Execution

• Design and implement state and local campaigns to support renewable energy siting, permitting, and regulatory streamlining, tailoring strategies to local conditions and community dynamics

• Work with local governments, developers, and stakeholders to craft messaging and build coalitions in favor of renewable projects

• Support campaigns by identifying opportunities to mitigate opposition and proactively engage communities

Team Collaboration and Leadership

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including but not limited to: digital advertising, communications, creator marketing, policy, and business development, to align campaign goals with broader organizational priorities

• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members and interns involved in research and campaigns

• Report on campaign outcomes and opportunities to senior leadership, ensuring accountability and alignment with strategic objectives

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience

• 10+ years of experience in the US power sector with demonstrated expertise in renewable energy development, regulatory permitting, stakeholder engagement, policy advocacy, or public affairs within the energy industry.

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.

• Demonstrated ability to design and execute campaigns, particularly at the state and local levels.

• Exceptional communication and writing skills, including the ability to simplify complex regulatory topics for diverse audiences and translate analysis into digestible, actionable formats.

• Proven experience building coalitions and engaging stakeholders across sectors, including rural communities and people with diverse social ideologies and identities.

• Demonstrated expertise in researching and analyzing policy and regulatory landscapes.

• Experience using renewable energy databases like Enverus, Curate, Landgate and AI tools.

• Strategic thinking capabilities with deep understanding of data use and ability to inspire and lead diverse teams.

• Strong project management skills, with the ability to oversee multiple workstreams, set priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Self-starter who is proactive, flexible, and solutions-oriented with a commitment to innovation and ability to adapt strategies to meet emerging challenges.

• Adaptive and creative problem solver, capable of pivoting strategies to meet emerging challenges.

• Willingness to work irregular hours and travel for field-based activities and partner meetings.

Desired Qualifications

• Background in measurement and evaluation of campaigns, including both qualitative and quantitative research

Compensation

• Annual salary range: $140,000 - $155,000, commensurate with experience.

• Generous benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, 403b retirement savings plan, Vacation, Sabbatical, Paid Parental Leave, 2 Floating Holidays, 2 Community Service Floating Holidays, sick time, two weeks of full-staff time off (July 4 week and Christmas-New Years week) and 13 observed holidays.

• GoodPower is an equal-opportunity employer that highly values staff diversity.

This description reflects GoodPowers assignment of essential functions; it does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. GoodPower retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position at any time. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. GoodPower has a zero-tolerance standard for abuse and inappropriate behavior by staff members.