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Job Opening: Chapter Program Manager, Transportation Choices 2020 Campaign

When:

Nov 11, 2009
through Nov 30, 2009
Resumes Due by End of Business, Monday, November 30.

Details:

Job Title: 
Chapter Program Manager, Transportation Choices 2020 Campaign (Initial six month duration with extension dependent on funding)

Chapter:     
Rhode Island Chapter   

Reports To: 
Chapter Chair

Context:     
Organizes and implements Transportation Choices 2020 program according to priorities set by the Executive Committee, including administrative and legislative advocacy.

Scope:         
The Program Manager has overall program management responsibility, and assigns priorities and timetables, plans and develops strategies, evaluates campaign/program effectiveness. She/he advocates the Sierra Club position on proposed legislation involving conservation programs; represents the Sierra Club to government officials, transportation industry representatives and other business leaders, the media and coalition partners. The Program Manager: is responsible for ensuring that the Chapter’s approved conservation program objectives are implemented; participates in the development of program strategies; works closely with volunteers leaders on conservation campaigns; recruits and motivates volunteers and enables their role in the effectiveness of the chapter; coordinates and facilitates grassroots involvement in the Transportation Choices campaign. 

Knowledge & Skills:

--  BA/BS degree in Environmental Studies, Political Science or a closely related field.

--   2-3 years experience in the environmental field that includes research and organizing campaigns, press relations and public speaking.

--   Excellent written and oral communication skills.

--   Proficient computer skills

--   Demonstrated ability and effectiveness working with volunteers.

For more information on the Transportation Choices campaign, visit www.ri.sierraclub.org/transitreform.

Sierra Club offers competitive salary package commensurate with skills and experience plus excellent benefits that include medical / dental / vision coverage, and a retirement savings 401(k) plan

Sierra Club is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce.

Contact Information:

Sierra Club Rhode Island
To apply, submit cover letter and resume to: Sierra Club Rhode Island Chapter, 17 Gordon Ave., Suite 208, Providence, RI 02905 or by email with the subject line Program Manager – Transportation Campaign to:
chris.wilhite@sierraclub.org