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Posted: 24-Feb-26
Location: Texas
Type: Full Time
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Internal Number: 0041
Southern Regional Director
Reports to: Director of National Engagement
Location: Remote, based in TEXAS
Overview:
Chambers for Innovation and Clean Energy (CICE) is a nationwide network of chambers of commerce and economic development organizations advancing the clean energy economy. CICE supports and amplifies the voice of economic leaders and builds the business case for clean energy and sustainability as drivers of economic growth. See www.chambersforinnovation.com.
CICE is hiring a full-time Southern Regional Director to help build CICE’s network of chambers of commerce and economic development organizations in Texas (80%) and other Southern states (20%).
Position Description:
The Southern Regional Director is a key member of CICE’s Regional Team, responsible for cultivating relationships with chambers of commerce and economic development organizations within their region.
The Director works with these organizations by reaching out to develop relationships and educating them on clean energy issues, policies, and technologies, and energy economics and market trends. The Director will work to position chamber, economic development, and business executives as spokespeople and messengers for the economic benefits of clean energy in the region by organizing events, drafting public communications, and working with partner organizations and allies.
This position is supported by a team of seasoned policy, outreach, and communications professionals.
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
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Working with the Executive Team to determine and implement engagement strategies for Southern states
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Outreach to chamber of commerce executives and economic development leaders to build relationships and trust
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Educating and engaging chamber and economic leaders on clean energy issues and economic development opportunities associated with clean energy.
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Organizing events and meetings with chamber and economic leaders focused on the education and adoption of clean energy policies, programs, and projects
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Interviewing chambers to learn about their clean energy efforts and authoring op-eds, reports, or publications highlighting chamber leadership
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Attending chamber and economic development meetings and conferences to share CICE’s priorities, positions, and services
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Collaborating with the Regional Team on strategies, tactics, best practices, and opportunities for engagement
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Coordinating with other business-focused organizations and allies with similar goals
We are looking for someone with the following experience, knowledge base, and skills:
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5+ years experience in organizing and outreach, coalition building, or public affairs
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Experience working for or with chambers of commerce or economic development organizations
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Outgoing, comfortable contacting people you don’t know, and strong at relationship building, especially with the private sector and chambers of commerce
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An understanding of the economics, policies, and political sensitivities associated with clean energy
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A strong strategic mindset and proven ability to translate strategy into action
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Demonstrated experience handling multiple assignments simultaneously
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Problem solver, with the flexibility and initiative to work independently and as part of a diverse remote team
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Enthusiastic to learn and contribute to advancing clean energy
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Strong writer, with an understanding of the importance of communications and messaging
Bonus points:
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Experience working in clean energy or on issue campaigns
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Understanding of the legislative process
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Engagement with the IOM (Institute for Organizational Management) program
