Ohio River Valley Regional Organizer

Job Description

Job DescriptionDescription:

The Climate Reality Project was founded by former US Vice President Al Gore with a mission to catalyze a global solution to the climate crisis by making urgent action a necessity across every sector of society. We recruit, train, and mobilize people of all walks of life to work for just climate solutions that speed energy transition worldwide and open the door to a better tomorrow for us all.

Our global network totals more than 3.8 million people from more than 190 countries and territories. With 11 branches around the world, we support our trained Climate Reality Leaders and network. Our strategy is two-pronged: 1) grow the climate movement and build the political will necessary to adopt policy solutions through our signature trainings around the globe, and 2) harness our ever-expanding network in support of three key areas of focus; reducing emissions, financing a just transition and strengthening international cooperation around climate.

Climate Reality staff are a diverse group of passionate individuals who’ve come together to tackle the greatest challenge of our time. We are advocates, organizers, storytellers, and non-profit professionals committed to building a sustainable future together.

Position Summary

The ORV Regional Organizer is responsible for supporting Climate Reality’s petrochemical opposition efforts and the ReImagine Jobs work in the Ohio River Valley (PA/OH/WV). Climate Reality’s existing program covers the entire system of petrochemicals from fracking to plastics as well as the resulting toxic pollution, specifically in communities of color, on the state and local level as well as federally. This role will work closely with a second dedicated regional organizer in the Ohio River Valley.

This position will engage local coalition partners, grassroots organizations, community leaders, national coalitions, and Climate Reality Leaders and chapters interested in advancing this work. Support includes, but is not limited to, facilitating coalition meetings, creating content and resources for chapters and coalition partners, providing training and education for organizers and chapter members, speaking at public events about petrochemicals and sustainable economic development work, and acting as a personal point of contact for partner organizations and our most engaged volunteers. Additionally, this position will be responsible for tracking program efforts, planning and executing local events, and serving as organization’s on-the-ground contact for coalition and community work.

This is a full time, exempt, benefits-eligible, grant funded term limited position currently scheduled to last through July 31, 2026. The role is currently classified as remote requiring the organizer to reside in the Pittsburgh metro area. Organizer must have the ability to travel.

Currently reporting to the Reducing Emissions Campaign Manager, the ORV Regional Organizer has no direct reports.

This position is within a union-represented collective bargaining unit, and specific terms and conditions of employment will be subject to a collective bargaining agreement between Climate Reality and the union. The salary range for the role is $55,709-$56,822.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Create and maintain relationships with grassroots organizations, communities, and individuals in the region as well as national coalition members to support diverse and meaningful campaigns and opportunities
• Participate in the coordination team for the People Over Petro Coalition (POPCO) by facilitating coalition meetings, helping to define coalition objectives, creating coalition content, and maintaining the coalition’s membership
• Coordinate sustainable economic development work by planning regular events, partaking in community campaigns and visioning sessions, and steering the ReImagine Jobs initiative
• Collaborate with US Field Team to support chapters and trained Climate Reality Leaders working on this program, as well as larger coalition movements through conducting regular one-on-one calls and in-person meetings, facilitating campaign working group calls, drafting resources, scripts, and campaign materials, creating and implement campaign plans
• Facilitate in-person and/or virtual events, trainings, and actions
• Track progress of program efforts and chapter development in coordination with the Campaigns and US Field teams to report out on goals reached
• Train Climate Reality Leaders on advocacy and organizing skills and act as a skills trainer for in-person and virtual training events
• Integrate multi-teared tactics stemming from the hyper local level to state actions and opportunities to uplift and support the needs of larger movement
• Support and contribute to the ongoing improvement of our operations and enrichment of our culture, for example by serving on ad hoc or ongoing work groups, assisting with the onboarding and training of colleagues, and participating in efforts to assess, refine, and strengthen our culture and practices
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills and Responsibilities

• Strong community connections and a knowledge of the culture, values, and lifestyles of the living in the region
• Experience with federal, state, and/or local legislative advocacy preferred
• Attention to detail and adherence to deadlines
• Capable of balancing multiple priorities effectively
• Demonstrable strategic thinker and problem-solving acumen
• Enthusiastic, self-motivated, and committed to excellence
• Capable of working well with a variety of personalities and leadership styles
• Personal commitment to Climate Reality’s mission and demonstrated knowledge of climate and environmental issues
• Strong organizational, written, and verbal communications skills
• Experience and awareness of cultural diversity, ability to work effectively with a diverse group of organizations and volunteers
• A dedication to solving the climate crisis
• Access to a car with a valid and active driver’s license and insurance, as the job requires regional travel
• Ability to work from home with a remote manager and team
• Regular and reliable internet access
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office to include Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Proficiency with a data management software preferred
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer required

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree—or equivalent experience
• Has between 0-2 years of relevant experience
• Working knowledge of organizing communities, leading climate change campaigns, and cultural diversity
• Proven track record with coalition building, political organizing, grassroots, or field campaign organizing

The Climate Reality Project is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or any other category prohibited by local, state or federal law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, social and recreational activities and termination.

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