The Northern Ohio Program Associate works closely with the Ohio Program Director to carry out SUN's goals for its Ohio program, with focus on the Northern Ohio region. Northern Ohio is defined as all territory north of Columbus MSA, including but not limited to Youngstown, Cleveland, Akron/Canton, Lorain, Sandusky, Toledo, Mansfield, Ashland, and Lima areas.
This position reports to the Ohio Program Director.
Please include a resume and cover letter with your application. Responsibilities Plan and implement solar co-ops/Solar Switch campaigns, including cultivating partner relationships, engaging with the media, working with iChoosr, conducting public info sessions, communicating with and supporting members, facilitating the installer selection process, and managing installer relationships with members and SUN.Conduct policy, regulatory, and market research to support the state program's goals.Help manage local/regional funder relationships. Work with the Program Director and Development team to draft grant applications and identify new local funding opportunities.Collaborate with Solar For All (SFA) lead applicants, cities, and coalition partners to design the program and participant pipeline, ensuring that benefits reach the intended recipients while meeting program objectives and benchmarks.Coordinate with SUN Development staff, leaders, and partners to gather and synthesize necessary information for grant reporting.Engage with legislators, local governments, and partner organizations to advance the state program's policy and programmatic goals.Provide technical assistance to individuals and entities interested in going solar.Collaborate with SUN's Community Impact team to design and work with the Program Director to implement a volunteer action team for SUN Ohio.Collaborate with SUN's IT and Communications team, maintaining online web infrastructure for the Ohio section of SUN's website, including authoring timely content to provide in-depth information on relevant solar topics while encouraging public engagement in SUN's network.Create resources to help our Ohio members become more effective and informed advocates for solar.Represent the Ohio Program on policy coalitions and at in-person and digital events.Plan and execute public-facing events that support the state's policy and programmatic goals.Other duties as assigned.Required QualificationsResident of OhioMinimum 2 years of experience with community organizing, solar/renewables space, or project management/coordinationAbility to work remotely, with frequent in-state travel (1-2 trips/month)Ability to plan and execute presentations and casual eventsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsGreat interpersonal skillsWell-developed relationship building/managing skillsAbility to manage multiple complex projectsPreferred QualificationsResident of Northeast OhioSpanish fluencyStrong organizational and problem-solving skillsDetail-oriented and eager to take initiativeKnowledge and experience in energy, renewables and/or solarRequirements
Authorized to work in the US without sponsorship
Resident of or willing to relocate to Ohio
Minimum 2 years of experience with community organizing, solar/renewable space, or project management
Knowledge in: Computer skills
Equal Opportunity Employer
We're an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. SUN is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Solar United Neighbors welcomes candidates of diverse backgrounds and experience to apply, including people of color, women, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, and those with a non-traditional education.
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