What are the responsibilities and job description for the Solar Program Coordinator position at GRID Alternatives?
The Opportunity
GRID is hiring a Solar Program Coordinator to support our work in Baja California, Mexico. This is a great opportunity for an individual with a passion for environmental justice and community engagement to join our team. The Solar Program Coordinator will work with our Mexico team to identify and vet mission-aligned solar projects, maintain and build relationships with partners, work with project beneficiaries to gather impact data and ensure solar systems stay up and running, and work directly with local and international volunteers to install solar projects in Baja California.
Job Responsibilities :
- Develop and maintain a pipeline of mission-aligned solar projects at different readiness levels in Baja California, Mexico
- Conduct frequent site visits to urban and remote communities following all GRID checklists and safety protocols
- Manage groups of local and international participants during solar installations including co-leading 7-day long trips with international volunteers
- Collaborate on solar installations, fundraising proposals, reports and track program impacts
- Other tasks and projects as needed to support GRID’s work in Mexico
What you need to bring to this role…
It would be great if you also had…
Where you will sit and the places you may go…
This position may require up to 50% out-of-town travel to urban and rural communities in Baja California, Mexico. This is a remote-based position. Availability to work some weekends may be required.
GRID Alternatives may provide vehicles for work travel and / or travel reimbursement for personal vehicle use. Applicants must hold a valid Mexican driver’s license and have a good driving record.
Let's Talk Money
This is a 12-month contractor position with an annual salary of USD $10,800 - $11,340 per year, billed monthly. No additional benefits are included.
Salary : $10,800 - $11,340
