We exist in an unprecedented time for climate work, surrounded by innovative solutions to the global issue of Climate Change. Although we are now equipped with a diverse array of impactful solutions, we still need people who are trained, ready, and motivated to achieve them. That’s where you come in! We are seeking a Project Coordinator for Higher Education to support SEI’s sustainability-focused education programs working with community colleges and universities. This Project Coordinator will primarily hold a leading role in growing the reach and impact of the
program, which aims to create a more sustainable, resilient future by training the changemakers who will lead the transformation to a clean energy future. This role would also be responsible for mentoring Climate Corps Fellows as they develop real-world skills to build a career in the sustainability field.
SEI is located in Marin County, CA, and operates on a hybrid work schedule for those located in the Bay Area; however, this position is open to candidates anywhere in California for remote work.
Responsibilities
Lead execution of projects within higher education programs, serving as the primary point person for specified projects
Support with higher education faculty and staff learning communities, training the trainers, and faculty-led curriculum development
Lead internal project team meetings, including scheduling, writing agendas, facilitating, and assigning action items and deadlines to individual team members
Support Associate Program Managers, Program Managers, and Program Directors with SEI’s education programs, including partner outreach, grant proposal writing, evaluation, and reporting
Supervise program members, including participants, fellows, and interns, by conducting regular check-ins, providing ongoing mentorship, managing deliverables, and approving expenses and timecards
Support training of new SEI staff on project workflows, tools, and/or changes
Requirements
Degree in a sustainability or energy-related field, or commensurate experience
Minimum of 2 years experience in project management and associated administrative tasks
Minimum of 2 years experience in higher education
Minimum of 2 years experience in energy, sustainability, or climate challenges and solutions
Strong communication, analytical thinking, and organizational skills. Clear, direct, and succinct writer
Ability to work under direct supervision, collaboratively in teams/partners, or independently
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to empathize with others
Aptitude for rapport-building & working collaboratively with colleagues, partners, & clients
Able to manage a constantly changing work environment and collaborate with geographically dispersed team members
Comfortable learning and using the digital tools SEI uses with little to no assistance – including but not limited to Microsoft Office products, Google Workspace, Wrike project management software, and proprietary software Willing to try out new technologies and work tools with an open mind toward efficiency and impact
Commitment to anti-racism and willingness to actively learn about, practice, and champion the organization’s DEI policy and related goals. Willing to continue education and training in the broader fields of inclusion and workplace diversity across all dimensions of equity
Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to SEI’s mission
