What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Manager position at Texas Energy Poverty Research Institute (TEPRI)?
Mission
The Texas Energy Poverty Research Institute (TEPRI) is a nonprofit 501(c)3 that advances equitable solutions for affordable, reliable, and clean energy. We accelerate the move towards an energy system that supports healthy, thriving communities. We work with teams of experts from inside and outside the energy sector to conduct research, build evidence, create tools for practitioners, and partner with local jurisdictions to demonstrate new models that can scale for widespread impact for people who contend with low-incomes.
Expectations of Program Manager
TEPRI seeks a Program Manager to develop and manage energy projects that support TEPRI’s goals including piloting market-based solutions such as solar / storage / virtual power plants. Our objective is to create new pathways for people who contend with low-incomes to benefit from the newest energy technologies. We are seeking candidates with keen intellectual curiosity and a deep interest in making a positive impact at the intersection of energy and poverty. The Program Manager will
work closely with TEPRI staff to achieve the objectives of TEPRI’s strategic plan.
The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience managing project teams, a strong creative and entrepreneurial spirit, technical skills in the solar and energy sector, experience communicating with different types of stakeholders, and exceptional skills in building relationships with diverse stakeholders. Essential duties include :
Program Management Responsibilities (70%)
- Manage and expand TEPRI’s solar / storage / virtual power plant portfolio.
- Develop TEPRI’s energy efficiency and demand response portfolio.
- Negotiate and oversee contracts that align with TEPRI’s mission and research including future proofing designs.
- Oversee creation of resilience hub operating procedures and develop relationships with local organizations involved in disaster preparedness.
- Support TEPRI’s research and education initiatives by testing assumptions before and after installation of systems.
- Develop financing models and funding pathways to bring projects to fruition.
- Support the development of grant funding for TEPRI initiatives.
- Participate on relevant industry committees and working groups.
- Effectively communicate the work of TEPRI to a broad stakeholder network.
- Manage staff, project budgets, compliance, metrics, and timelines.
Program Support Responsibilities (15%)
Other Organizational Support (15%)
Qualifications
Education and Experience
field, or Bachelors degree with 6 years of professional work experience in a related field.
project development, university research, consulting, or professional services preferred.
Skills and Abilities
engagement.
Communication, Outreach, and Culture
businesses, and donor audiences.
Environment
TEPRI is a young and growing non-profit. We have a small team of innovative and creative thinkers. Our team works in an office space located on W. 6th Street in downtown Austin, Texas and has a hybrid in-office / virtual work schedule. We encourage everyone across the spectrums of race, ethnicity, nationality, ability, age, gender identity and expression, educational background, sexual orientation, and religion to apply.
Compensation and Contract
TEPRI offers a competitive salary and health / retirement benefits. Salary range is negotiable based on experience.
Please send resume and cover letter to :
Margo Weisz
Executive Director
margo@tepri.org