Corporate Relations Director - Higher Ed. jobs in Portland, OR

Catalyzing the most efficient use of energy for a thriving Northwest.

The Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (NEEA) is an alliance of more than 140 utilities and energy efficiency organizations working on behalf of more than 13 million energy consumers. NEEA is dedicated to accelerating both electric and gas energy efficiency, leveraging its regional partnerships to advance the adoption of energy-efficient products, services and practices.

About NEEA

NEEA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  This position is based in the Portland, OR metro area with a minimum of 2-days work onsite at NEEA’s office location.  Finalists must have eligibility to work in the US as NEEA is not able to provide VISA sponsorship or have remote work outside of the US.

Summary

The Manager, Corporate Strategy and Stakeholder Relations is responsible for leading the corporate strategy function at NEEA, overseeing work related to strategic planning, policy and stakeholder relations. This person plays a central role to understand and distill industry trends and stakeholder needs, identify strategic objectives and future opportunities, build organizational alignment, and foster relationships between NEEA’s staff and its funding organizations. This position is an integral part of NEEA’s management team, responsible for partnering with the executive team to develop NEEA’s strategic and business plans and manage relationships. The Corporate Strategy and Stakeholder Relations function requires developing internal consulting relationships and providing thought leadership across all organizational functions to support strong planning and execution of strategic priorities and initiatives.

The incumbent will share our deep commitment to diversity and inclusion and advancing practices, strategies and policies that achieve equitable outcomes for all.

Salary Range: $125,000 - $135,000

• Salary is based on the applicants Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Could this be your dream job?

Are you interested in working for a unique organization, with people who believe in their work, and regional stakeholders who voluntarily partner to achieve it?  Are you familiar with the Northwest’s utility landscape and leadership in energy efficiency? Are you an experienced strategist, with excellent listening and communication skills?  Are you driven to contribute to your team’s success?

If you answered yes to these questions, please read on to learn more:

Typical day may include:

• Leading cross-functional teams in the development of a cascading business strategy, facilitating the development and ongoing update of corporate priorities that are aligned with NEEA’s 5-year Strategic and Business plans.
• Gathering funder insights, policy developments and industry information to support corporate decision-making and long-term planning. Synthesizing and assessing that information to identify and provide recommendations for future strategic opportunities. Helping staff translate funder and industry knowledge into their day-to-day functions across the organization.
• Overseeing stakeholder relations strategies, ensuring effective engagements through NEEA forums.
• Creating systems, processes, and a prioritization approach for evaluating new opportunities.
• Engaging with key stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure positive and collaborative relationships.
• Working with NEEA’s Vice President of Corporate Strategy, Relationships and Communications to support the development of NEEA’s Strategic and Business Plans.
• Overseeing the annual operations planning process for the organization.
• Other duties which may be necessary or desirable to support the organization’s success.

What Are You Good At?

• Managing multiple high-priority projects, ensuring they deliver on the vision while executing on the details.
• Business acumen, technical writing and effectively communicating complex ideas and strategic recommendations.
• Critical thinking and the ability to consider implications of actions from many divergent perspectives.
• Empathy and the ability to see from others’ personal and organizational perspectives.
• Embracing uncertainty, navigating ambiguity, and adjusting strategies in response to evolving circumstances.
• Active listening and communicating to establish and foster relationships.
• Taking time for strategy—thinking through cause and effect, and next steps.

Your Education, Experience, and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business or related field required. 
• MBA or advanced degree in the relevant field strongly preferred.
• A minimum of five years of progressive experience in corporate strategic planning, stakeholder relations, corporate development, management consulting, finance or related fields required. 
• Ability to effectively balance near-term deliverables with long-term priorities.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Strong work ethic and drive to contribute.
• Strong relationship development and interpersonal skills.
• Comfort with ambiguity and a growth mindset
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• An equivalent combination of educations, experience and training that would provide the knowledge, skills and abilities required for the successful performance of the essential job duties.

NEEA’s benefits highlights:

90% of medical/dental premiums paid by NEEA, employer funded Health Savings Account, automatic 6% retirement contribution with 2% matching, 17-days PTO, remote working options, flexible work schedule options, professional development.