Communities of Practice Program Manager

Position Title: Communities of Practice Program Manager
Reports To: Director of Special Projects

About Green For All

Green For All is a national organization dedicated to building an inclusive green economy strong enough to lift people out of poverty. Green for All advocates for local, state and federal policies and funding for quality job creation, training, and entrepreneurial opportunities in the emerging green economy.

Green for All is developing a national network to engage people from every sector of society in (1) collaborating to build a green economy that works for all by sharing innovation, best practices, and relationships to (2) advance major policy initiatives that fight both poverty and pollution at the same time.

For more information about Green For All go to: www.greenforall.org/about-us.

Position Summary

Green For All is seeking an experienced program manager to lead our Communities of Practice program. Our Communities of Practice connect on-the-ground practitioners to one another to share ideas, foster innovation, and drive program results across the country. The program combines local experience with national expertise to shape and advance cutting-edge practices for growing an inclusive green economy.

The Communities of Practice (CoP) Program Manager is responsible for the maintaining and growing our current CoPs, which are focused on energy-efficiency building retrofits and on “green pathways out of poverty” job training and workforce development. The CoP Program Manager will also be responsible for organizing new CoPs around Green For All’s core areas of work.

The Communities of Practice Program Manager will work in close coordination with the Green For All’s State and Local Initiatives Team, while reporting to the Director of Special Projects. This position is based out of our Oakland office.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of the Communities of Practice program, including: producing best practice briefs, providing technical assistance to members, coordinating large national learning calls, putting out monthly electronic newsletters, and organizing in-person convenings of practitioners 2-5 times a year.
• Serve as a primary liaison between Green For All and leaders in the field, proactively recruiting innovative practitioners to the Communities of Practice program and maintaining relationships with current members.
• Maintain a current analysis of the field as it relates to our Communities of Practice, and support Green For All in defining and promoting best practices.
• Help design a program strategy that builds the capacity of local leaders and advances cutting-edge practices in building an inclusive green economy.
• Mobilize support as needed from members of the Communities of Practice on federal, state and local advocacy needs.
• Work with development staff, maintain relations with donors, contribute to proposals, and support fundraising efforts as needed.
• Update and maintain the Communities of Practice pages on the Green For All website; facilitating online communication and collaboration among members of the CoPs.
• Other duties as needed.

Experience & Qualifications Requirements

• Strong commitment to G4A’s mission and organizational objectives.
• BA degree plus at least 5 years experience managing programs or projects.
• Substantial familiarity with green economy issues, including energy efficiency strategies, clean energy financing, workforce development, high-road standards.
• Strong leadership and analytical skills; excellent interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills.
• Skilled at working effectively with a diversity of people and organizations.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to work independently as well as on a team.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple project deadlines simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Start Date: As soon as possible.
Compensation: Commensurate with experience, Excellent benefits package.
Position Location: Green For All’s national office in Oakland, CA
How to Apply: Email resume and cover letter with recent salaries to [email protected]. Include “Communities of Practice Program Manager” in subject line. Position open until filled.

Green for All is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Green for All strives to reflect the diverse community it serves. Applicants who contribute to this diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.