Job Description:

Are you a professional who takes initiative, is flexible, and enjoys working in a results-driven, team environment? Are you able to exercise good judgment in a variety of situations, with strong written and verbal communication, administration, and organizational skills? Do you have experience streamlining systems and processes for programs and people? If yes, then join our team!

RMI is an independent nonprofit founded in 1982transforming the global energy system to secure a clean, prosperous, zero-carbonfuture for all.It engages businesses, communities, institutions, and entrepreneurs to accelerate the adoption of market-based solutions that cost-effectively shift from fossil fuels to efficiency andrenewable.

With an independent, objective, and fact-based approach,RMI's Islands Energy Program, working within the umbrella Global South Program, bringsexperience gained from engagements with regional governments, utilities, corporations, financial institutions, project developers, technology companies, and industry experts to solve the toughest energy challenges. RMI is currently working with select country partners to an energy transition that supports development goals, transitions away from fossil fuels and enables a dramatic increase in access to affordable renewable energy and energy efficiency that will bring benefits to all.

Capturing the promise of the new energy economy requires a fundamental change in how governments, regulators, utilities, funding entities, and the private sector approach energy infrastructure design, development, and operation. We use our expertise in distributed energy systems, utility business models, finance, and technology to create a robust technical and economic analysis that determines the costs and opportunities of clean, renewable, and efficient technologies.

RMI is seeking a Program Operations Lead reporting to the Global South Operations Manager (working within the Islands Energy Program) to support program implementation in the Caribbean.

Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI) is seeking a Program Operations Lead (POL) with exceptional organizational and communication skills to facilitate successful execution of all operations enabling maximum impact and return on investment. The POL plays a key role in ensuring that the knowledge developed by the program is effectively managed and communicated to relevant parties. The POL drives efficiency across operations and supports successful execution by monitoring and reporting on progress, resource usage and performance to objectives. This individual also ensures program budgets and progress are reported to staff and funders, and that the program coordinates and collaborates with key stakeholders to drive change.

• Support and advise the annual budget creation process and Islands Energy Program maintain program budget by reforecasting within Adaptive.

• Manage program budget tracking and synthesize insights from budgeting tools to advise program leaders and project managers with data-backed recommendations

• Manage the monitoring project balances and drawdowns according to project funding agreement requirements.

• Maintain a high-level view of the funding pipeline and give feedback to leadership on future funding gaps.

• Act as a liaison and coordinate with RMI's FP&A and Development teams to ensure program budgets and pipelines are accurate, correct budget templates and rates are used in proposals

• Partner with RMI's People team with facilitating the hiring process, including coordinating job postings, resume reviews, and sometimes interviews

• Partner with program team and People team to facilitate new hire onboarding

• Support team members in participating in relevant trainings and utilizing their learning and development budgets

• Facilitate team events and retreats

• Plan, organize, and execute internal program-related events.

• Manage invoices, current contracts, creation of new contracts and relationships with current and future program contractors, including in-country team members.

• Work with the PA to submit vendor bills correctly and in a timely manner.

• Facilitate and advise Islands project staff on procurement processes with the support from RMI's procurement office

• Monitor team members utilization in project management software and advise project managers and program leaders on capacity.

• Maintain project structures (including budget and project-specific data) and create new projects when needed in project management software.

• Provide consultative support to Project Managers in reviewing and approving timesheets and expense reports for the program

• Maintain the program's SharePoint homepages and file structure.

• Track RMI-standard performance indicators and compile useful summaries for program leadership

• Partner with Cross-functional departments and program leaders on the implementation of RMI-wide system and process improvements.

• Serve as liaison between Islands and RMI's cross-functional departments, with a focus on efficiency and effectiveness.

• Support Metrics & Evaluation, corporate engagement, and equity leads in developing templates, processes, and SharePoint structures.

• Facilitate internal coordination with other programs and operations on shared resources, providing frequent updates to leadership

• Drive intra-institute coordination efforts in partnership with the Monitoring, Learning, and Evaluation Manager and the Program Managing Director, proactively making recommendations on best practices and procedures

• 5 years of progressively responsible administrative, finance, operations, project management or related experience

• Experience working globally, across time zones and with international stakeholders

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• Proven organization skills and flexibility when it comes to balancing priorities

• Strong team and interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently

• Proficient budgeting, finance, and project management skills

• Ability to effectively multitask and navigate ambiguity

• Strong verbal and written communications skills

• Experience working with complex budgets and funders

• Ability to manage stakeholder relationships

• Demonstrable problem-solving skills

• Good judgment and strong decision-making ability

• Attention to detail and exceptional accuracy

• Grant and proposal writing and management

We are a remote-ready company with team members around the globe. Our beautiful and welcoming offices are available for meetings or focused work, whether you are traveling through or living nearby. Our U.S. offices are in New York City; Washington DC; Oakland, California; Boulder, Colorado, and Basalt, Colorado.

We provide you with the essential IT equipment plus a one-time home technology payment and a monthly work from home/commuter allowance to ensure you have a comfortable home office set up and necessary supplies.

We love seeing each other in person! We occasionally gather for shared time together like retreats and learning experiences. Be ready to travel for occasional in-person meetings (and of course, we cover travel costs). Some roles may require more travel, which will be discussed during the hiring process.

Important Note: As a U.S. federal contractor, RMI must comply with requirements outlined in Executive Order Ensuring Adequate COVID Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors. This Executive Order requires that all federal contractors and subcontractors mandate and verify that all U.S. based employees are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. If you are based in the U.S., you will be required to provide proof of full vaccination status as a condition of employment. You may request an accommodation for medical or religious reasons. If you are based outside of the U.S., this requirement does not apply.

RMI compensates based on the level and requirements of the role. Salary within our ranges may also be determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as required by the role, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Typically, new Program Operations Leads based in the U.S. join at the minimum to mid-salary range of $70,100 - $86,399. You would also have an additional 5% bonus target!

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

• 403b Retirement Options (5% match immediately)

• Generous PTO

• Learning & Development opportunities

• Parental leave

• Life, AD&D, Short Term and Long-Term Disability

• Commuter and Wellness Benefits

Increasing the diversity of thought, perspectives, ideas and opinions within RMI is a critical change element supporting our long-term sustainability and mission to build a clean, prosperous, and secure energy future for all.

We strive for a level of diversity that reflects the communities we serve. Achieving this-regardless of ability, race, ethnicity, ancestry, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, veteran status, socioeconomic class, educational attainment or other social identities-is critical to the success of each RMIer and collectively as an organization.

This ensures that we:

• Have the different array of thinking that comes from diverse backgrounds and cultures, enabling us to solve some of the world's greatest challenges.

• Strive for a culture of inclusion and belonging by treating others with dignity, respect and appreciation enabling them to feel welcomed, supported and valued.

• Effectively connect, communicate and build long-lasting relationships with decision makers, stakeholders and constituents within diverse communities.

• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

RMI is an independent nonprofit founded in 1982 that transforms global energy systems through market-driven solutions to align with a 1.5C future and secure a clean, prosperous, zero-carbon future for all. We work in the world's most critical geographies and engage businesses, policymakers, communities, and NGOs to identify and scale energy system interventions that will cut greenhouse gas emissions at least 50 percent by 2030. RMI has offices in Basalt and Boulder, Colorado; New York City; Oakland, California; Washington, D.C.; and Beijing.

RMI is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.