Biogas Community
Communications Director
Biogas Community, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
The American Biogas Council (ABC) has an immediate, full-time opening for an energetic individual, motivated to promote clean energy technologies and build their career in renewable energy and carbon policy. This position will support the ABC, and its member companies in their mission: leading the way to a better future by maximizing the positive environmental and economic impacts biogas systems offer, while recycling organic material into renewable energy and soil products.
Any additional information you require for this job can be found in the below text Make sure to read thoroughly, then apply.Requirements | Location
The American Biogas Council is based in Washington D.C., but currently all staff work remotely. Remote work will require you to have a reliable internet connection, phone access, and ability to utilize group chat technologies including platforms like WhatsApp, Slack, etc.Official employment will be with Stone Harbor Group, an association management company that provides nearly all the staffing and management for the American Biogas Council. The candidate is planned to be 100% dedicated to serving the American Biogas Council client.The full-time position requires a time commitment of 40 hours per week. ABC operating hours are 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM, eastern standard time, although these hours are flexible.Work Compensation and Benefits
Salary commensurate with experience with salary adjustments based on merit. Annual merit increases and promotions are based on mutual employee and supervisor performance reviews100% Company-paid health, life, long-term disability.Optional access to dental and vision insurance401(k) Plan, with 100% employer match up to 5%6+ weeks off: 12 paid holidays each year; 10 paid vacation days; 10 paid sick/emergency leave days. Vacation increases with longevity.Comp-time (accrued additional vacation)Virtual work environment3 months paid maternity/paternity leaveOpportunities to earn annual bonusesResponsibilities To advance this mission, the ABC seeks a full-time professional to lead the organization’s outreach and advocacy to ensure key audiences recognize the positive role biogas systems play to advance renewable energy and sustainable fuels production, recycling, sustainable agriculture, and the overall decarbonization of our economy. The biogas industry is growing fast which means that the people we need to educate, and groups who oppose biogas systems are accelerating and diversifying. Voluminous and well-targeted education is the key to reducing barriers to growth in the US biogas industry. The ABC is looking for an experienced outreach professional, with a team-oriented mindset, who can jump into this fast-moving environment to lead all of ABC’s outreach efforts, the Education & Outreach Committee, and execution of the ABC’s 2024 priorities in this program area (not in priority order):#BenefitsofBiogas Campaign: Continue the #benefitsofbiogas campaign of infographics, distributed mostly through social media, and engaging ABC’s members and the Education and Outreach Committee to amplify its external reach.Media Relations: Proactively engage with key national, regional and trade media to proactively pitch and promote thebiogas industry as well as ABC leaders, board members and SMEs.
Thought Leadership: Position ABC and itsteam/members as respected thought leaders in the biogas industry by publishing relevant, engaging articles/Op-Eds authored by ABCexecutives in targeted media outlets and via LinkedIn, including telling the stories of biogas’ versatility and new markets.Respond, as needed, to factually incorrect articles to educate the public and further establish ABC as the source of trustworthy, correct information about the biogas industry.
Video/Animation Production: Develop and distribute a series of educational, compelling videos and animations to share via ABC’s social media and website, including original recorded/created content highlighting different aspects and impacts of the biogas industry; testimonials/stories from industry leaders; and case studies.Digital Marketing & Advertising:Develop and implement a paid digital strategy to grow and amplifyABC’s online presence, increase social engagement and reach key audiences through LinkedIn advertising and Google Ads (paid search).Public Affairs: Strategically align with ABC’s policy staff to educate state and federal policymakers toadvocate for industry priorities; identify and promote the impacts and opportunities in the Inflation Reduction Act.Event Support/Marketing: Develop video and related communications materials to increase attendance/participationatBIOGAS AMERICAS and ABC’s other events and conferences.Job Qualifications This full-time position is open to a candidate with at least 5-10 years’ experience in:Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in relevant disciplineExcellent professional and persuasive writing and verbal communications skills5-10 years’ experience in:
Public and media relationsCreation of digital content and management of social media platformsGraphics design or managing graphics designersWebsite creation, editing, search engine marketing, Google Analytics, and Google AdWordsLeading teamsFamiliarity with Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere Pro), Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Knowledge of climate, clean energy technology and markets, and sustainability issues,An understanding of corporate perspectives.Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment, including requisite time management and organizational skillsAbility to travel domestically to support ABC activities as needed, ~4-6 times a year.Motivated, self-starter attitude, with proven ability to work independently and proactively on organization priorities, coupled with the humility necessary to be an effective team player.How to apply Please email a resume and cover letter to: careers@stoneharbor.group, Subject: Communications Director.
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Any additional information you require for this job can be found in the below text Make sure to read thoroughly, then apply.Requirements | Location
The American Biogas Council is based in Washington D.C., but currently all staff work remotely. Remote work will require you to have a reliable internet connection, phone access, and ability to utilize group chat technologies including platforms like WhatsApp, Slack, etc.Official employment will be with Stone Harbor Group, an association management company that provides nearly all the staffing and management for the American Biogas Council. The candidate is planned to be 100% dedicated to serving the American Biogas Council client.The full-time position requires a time commitment of 40 hours per week. ABC operating hours are 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM, eastern standard time, although these hours are flexible.Work Compensation and Benefits
Salary commensurate with experience with salary adjustments based on merit. Annual merit increases and promotions are based on mutual employee and supervisor performance reviews100% Company-paid health, life, long-term disability.Optional access to dental and vision insurance401(k) Plan, with 100% employer match up to 5%6+ weeks off: 12 paid holidays each year; 10 paid vacation days; 10 paid sick/emergency leave days. Vacation increases with longevity.Comp-time (accrued additional vacation)Virtual work environment3 months paid maternity/paternity leaveOpportunities to earn annual bonusesResponsibilities To advance this mission, the ABC seeks a full-time professional to lead the organization’s outreach and advocacy to ensure key audiences recognize the positive role biogas systems play to advance renewable energy and sustainable fuels production, recycling, sustainable agriculture, and the overall decarbonization of our economy. The biogas industry is growing fast which means that the people we need to educate, and groups who oppose biogas systems are accelerating and diversifying. Voluminous and well-targeted education is the key to reducing barriers to growth in the US biogas industry. The ABC is looking for an experienced outreach professional, with a team-oriented mindset, who can jump into this fast-moving environment to lead all of ABC’s outreach efforts, the Education & Outreach Committee, and execution of the ABC’s 2024 priorities in this program area (not in priority order):#BenefitsofBiogas Campaign: Continue the #benefitsofbiogas campaign of infographics, distributed mostly through social media, and engaging ABC’s members and the Education and Outreach Committee to amplify its external reach.Media Relations: Proactively engage with key national, regional and trade media to proactively pitch and promote thebiogas industry as well as ABC leaders, board members and SMEs.
Thought Leadership: Position ABC and itsteam/members as respected thought leaders in the biogas industry by publishing relevant, engaging articles/Op-Eds authored by ABCexecutives in targeted media outlets and via LinkedIn, including telling the stories of biogas’ versatility and new markets.Respond, as needed, to factually incorrect articles to educate the public and further establish ABC as the source of trustworthy, correct information about the biogas industry.
Video/Animation Production: Develop and distribute a series of educational, compelling videos and animations to share via ABC’s social media and website, including original recorded/created content highlighting different aspects and impacts of the biogas industry; testimonials/stories from industry leaders; and case studies.Digital Marketing & Advertising:Develop and implement a paid digital strategy to grow and amplifyABC’s online presence, increase social engagement and reach key audiences through LinkedIn advertising and Google Ads (paid search).Public Affairs: Strategically align with ABC’s policy staff to educate state and federal policymakers toadvocate for industry priorities; identify and promote the impacts and opportunities in the Inflation Reduction Act.Event Support/Marketing: Develop video and related communications materials to increase attendance/participationatBIOGAS AMERICAS and ABC’s other events and conferences.Job Qualifications This full-time position is open to a candidate with at least 5-10 years’ experience in:Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in relevant disciplineExcellent professional and persuasive writing and verbal communications skills5-10 years’ experience in:
Public and media relationsCreation of digital content and management of social media platformsGraphics design or managing graphics designersWebsite creation, editing, search engine marketing, Google Analytics, and Google AdWordsLeading teamsFamiliarity with Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere Pro), Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Knowledge of climate, clean energy technology and markets, and sustainability issues,An understanding of corporate perspectives.Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment, including requisite time management and organizational skillsAbility to travel domestically to support ABC activities as needed, ~4-6 times a year.Motivated, self-starter attitude, with proven ability to work independently and proactively on organization priorities, coupled with the humility necessary to be an effective team player.How to apply Please email a resume and cover letter to: careers@stoneharbor.group, Subject: Communications Director.
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