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Apr 23, 2020
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The Power Shift Network mobilizes the collective power of young people to mitigate climate change and create a just, clean energy future and resilient, thriving communities for all.


Power Shift Network — www.powershift.org

We’re a network of young people, organizations run by young people, and campaigns that support youth organizing.

Network Director

Job Location: Remote - US

Hours and Compensation: Full Time, 40 hours a week. $55,000-$75,000 depending on location and experience,

Status: Full-time, Exempt

Reports to: Co-Executive Director

Location: Remote! Anywhere in the US. 

Compensation: Varies based on experience and geography, ranges from $55-75k, 100% employer-paid health insurance premium with some dependent coverage, Simple IRA contribution, 80% cell service reimbursement, 3 weeks vacation and 2 weeks sick/personal leave annually. 

Priority Deadline: May 13th, 2020

About PSN & the Network Director Role

Power Shift Network is a decentralized network comprised of 90+ organizations committed to growing the power of the youth climate movement. PSN is currently planning the relaunch of its iconic Power Shift convergences, which served as catalysts for many organizations and campaigns that have shaped today’s movements for a livable planet. Over the past two years, PSN has revised its strategy and outreach methods to more intentionally build a home for frontlines activists and BIPOC youth in climate justice work. Our new Network Director will be stepping into a tight-knit team of six, and will take ownership of Network Engagement, including recruitment, collaboration, and leadership development with Network members. Our ideal candidate will be a self-starter, with a commitment to building youth power and movements for social justice. Ideally, they will have some familiarity with Network Theory, youth leadership development, and/or movement building. PSN is deeply committed to the struggle to combat adultism, racism (including anti-blackness), patriarchy, cissexism, and all other systems of oppression. 

Job Activities & Responsibilities:

NETWORK LEADERSHIP (40%)

  • Leads the development and implementation of the Network’s engagement and growth strategies 

  • Oversee Network applications and onboarding processes

  • Co-leads development of long-term Network plans with Co-Executive Director

  • Evaluates and processes action team proposals (multi-organizational partnerships)

  • Works with network organizers to track action teams’ progress

  • Works with network organizers to identify and meet the needs of partner organizations, and address challenges they may face in meeting their goals

  • Supports and provides coaching- including strategy coaching, leadership development, training, and other relevant components - to network leaders alongside network organizers

  • Serves as staff leader in Power Shift convergence planning, with a focus on network member engagement and programming.

  • Leads the planning and execution of the Power Shift Network member annual meeting and other events, as needed 

PARTNER/MEMBER, COMMUNITY, AND PUBLIC RELATIONS (20%)

  • Coordinates with digital staff to ensure the proper integration of online tools, strategies, and tactics into the network, especially in the management of internal communications

  • Works with network organizers to plan and coordinate strategy and activities to obtain media coverage in regional and national media outlets. 

  • Supports the development of media campaigns in collaboration with the digital staff and network organizers; 

  • Represents Power Shift Network in the media as necessary

  • Represents Power Shift Network in regional and national coalitions, at regional and national events, and to the general public, as needed. This includes attending conferences and convenings of other networks and coalitions and participating in other formations’ working groups

STAFF MANAGEMENT (25%)

  • Supervises program staff, and supports them in shaping and meeting their goals with regards to partner support and development, and the absorption of organizations into Network

  • Leads hiring efforts for organizers & program staff in coordination with the Co-Executive Director

  • Coordinates ongoing political education and professional development for staff and network leaders, with input from network members and staff

  • Leads on yearly evaluation of goals, progress, and development needs of supervisees

ANTI-OPPRESSION, ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION: (5%)

  • Works with senior staff to ensure that the Network – both staff and members abide by its commitment to anti-oppression, environmental justice, diversity, and equity

  • Promotes learning opportunities for staff and Network partners

  • Ensures that campaigns and programs actively integrate a political analysis in line with the Network Operating Principles into their development, implementation, and evaluation

  • Responsible for working with senior staff to create and maintain a work environment that attracts, retains, and motivates a diverse and talented staff

DEVELOPMENT (10%)

  • Supports the Co-Executive Director in the creation and execution of fundraising goals, including funder relationship management

  • Engages in donor cultivation, and assist in drafting grant proposals and completing reports to foundations

Knowledge & Skills:

  • Minimum of five years of experience working with volunteers and/or staff in the youth climate movement, environmental movement, political campaigns, or other similar organizations to plan and implement grassroots campaigns, paid or unpaid.

  • Demonstrated ability to build leadership among volunteers and/or staff to effectively grow campaign capacity

  • Clear track record of success in moving a project from visionary goals to effective execution 

  • Ability to work independently (often remotely), cooperatively and effectively with public, staff, and volunteers.

  • Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to clearly write and explain complex issues and effectively communicate them to a wide range of audiences (e.g., members, partners, allies, funders, critics, media)

  • Knowledge of climate change, network theory, youth leadership development, energy, and/or related social justice issues, and clear ability to apply a systems analysis to theory of change and strategic framework

  • Proficient with computer skills including database and word processing

  • Ability to support and facilitate connections and relationship building among individuals, formally and informally

  • Ability to clearly and effectively communicate both verbally and in writing

  • Deep commitment to anti-oppressive praxis

  • Program evaluation and qualitative and quantitative data tracking 

Core Competencies:

  • Interest and/or experience in social movement strategy and structure. Knowledgeable in decentralized movement building a plus.

  • Interest in organizational structure 

  • Supportive and communicative management style

  • Easily adapts to various circumstances and audiences

  • Strong prioritization skills in ability to support/develop others and their ability to maintain life-work balance

How to Apply

https://www.powershift.org/jobs/network-director

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