Campaign Manager - Energy Affordability

Job Description

350's mission is to keep carbon in our atmosphere to a safe level, below 350 parts per million. We do this by mobilizing ordinary people to campaign for universal access to clean energy and an end to fossil fuels. Our campaigns are rooted in local organizing, so that while achieving measurable reductions in fossil fuel emissions, we also build the power and potential of the climate movement for yet more impact to come. The values that guide and drive our work are listed here.

350.org is an equal opportunity employer. 350.org strives to be an inclusive and collaborative group of people who bring a variety of approaches to the work we do. We're committed to the principles of justice, and we try to build a safe workplace where everyone is treated fairly and enjoys working together. We value new perspectives, ideas of all sorts, and different ways of working. Diverse perspectives and experiences improve the way 350.org carries out our work - including what we decide to work on and how creatively/effectively we do that. We do our best to make staff positions accessible to all potential team members, regardless of race, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, assigned gender, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation or identity, religion or creed, veteran status, marital or parental status, and genetic information. We also strive to include team members in communities most impacted by climate change or impacted by other kinds of environmental, social, and economic injustice.

About The Campaign Manager - Energy Affordability

The Campaign Manager - Energy Affordability will oversee the development and rollout of a national campaign on energy affordability linked to 350.org's global campaign and engaging our US local groups and affiliates, as well as other strategic allies and partners from beyond the climate world. The lead will apply their strategic insights, energy, and interpersonal skills to forge pragmatic partnerships with "unusual suspects" in pursuit of real-world impact, while also ensuring that we continue to show up and contribute to the climate spaces that matter. The lead will steward and develop key relationships with US networks, funders, individual donors, and policymakers, and contribute to the development of a fundable, longer-term strategy to rebuild 350's presence, impact, and popular base in the US.

Responsibilities

Strategic Program Leadership

• Provide hands-on coordination of the affordability campaign, working closely with external advisers and the Global Comms Team to ensure relevance to the US context as well as coherence with global aims and messages.
• Help to shape US campaign strategy and policy positions (final sign-off to rest with Program Director).
• Engage with key stakeholders (including regular travel and in-person meetings), working on and with the political apparatus on Energy Affordability.
• Act as a senior spokesperson for 350 in the US, including through speaking opportunities, media releases/interviews, and social media outreach.
• Secure follow-on funds for the scale-up of our work and capacity in the US.
• Collaborate and direct response to reactive opportunities or flashpoint campaigns.
• Expand and deepen relationships with national and regional partners/allies, including "unusual suspects" beyond our traditional networks: engaging them in priority work areas for 350, conceiving and convening new initiatives and longer-term partnerships.
• Oversee campaign small grants to selected local groups and Network Council members and other selected strategic local partners; coordinate provision of non-financial resources such as toolkits, campaign assets, online training; and orchestrate joint work and solidarity actions around the affordability campaign.

Public Engagement and representation

• When called, act as 350.org's spokesperson in the US, representing us regularly in the media, on social channels, with donors, and at key external events.

Stewardship

• Develop and oversee the campaign budget and finances to ensure high standards of accountability and reporting by tracking the spending every month, and identifying any changes or adjustments needed.
• Ensure the campaign is delivered on time, within budget, and meeting or surpassing stated objectives
• Identify and monitor risks, escalating to the Senior Leadership Team as necessary, and ensure that adequate mitigation plans are implemented
• Ensure safety and security protocols are adopted as required.
• Collaborate and plan with Digital Fundraisers to run effective fundraising campaigns that connect to US strategy
• Supervise and oversee campaign tasks given to partners and consultants.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and procedures, as well as applicable laws governing operational matters.

Required Qualifications

• 5-6 years of experience in designing and managing national campaigns that have achieved real impact and visibility; preferably with related experience of grassroots organizing and/or policy advocacy.
• A strong leader, well-developed soft influencing skills, and a true 'listener' to diverse perspectives with experience in managing competing stakeholders internally and externally.
• At least 2 -3 years of experience in people management and working in a remote team.
• Demonstrable understanding of the US political and policy landscape, as well as US base building work. Proven ability to connect local and national narratives and opportunities.
• Experience in managing complex multi-stakeholder projects where success depends on influence and persuasion rather than direct authority.
• Appetite for and experience in raising six to seven-figure grants and gifts from foundations, trusts, and high-value donors.
• A dynamic communicator with good skills in public speaking, media, and writing.
• Experience of working closely with digital engagement and comms specialists to ensure that campaigns deliver on brand, supporter growth, and fundraising goals.

Required Leadership Competencies

As a global campaigning organisation that must act decisively and take calculated risks in fast-moving contexts, 350 maintains a collaborative culture grounded in a clear leadership structure. Our culture promotes collaboration, open dialogue, and mutual respect - recognising that effective teams are built on trust, candour, and accountability. We encourage constructive challenge and debate, followed by timely decisions that everyone takes ownership of. Our structure defines clear lines of accountability and authority so that decisions can be made quickly and implemented with confidence.

In this assignment, you are required to meet the following minimum competency standards:

• Take Initiative & Accountability: Demonstrates ambition for team success and improvement. Responds positively and creatively to direction and feedback, and within own area of responsibility promotes team alignment to leadership steer, takes ownership of delivery, sets clear expectations, and motivates teams to achieve stretch goals while maintaining quality.
• Communicate Effectively & Respectfully: Communicates openly and ensures all voices are heard before decisions. Reinforces commitment once direction is set.
• Collaborate & Develop Others: Builds supportive, motivated teams grounded in trust and fairness. Provides regular, constructive feedback and recognition, and uses coaching to build confidence and skills.
• Adapt & Learn: Encourages experimentation and integrates lessons learned into team routines. Adjusts plans to meet changing priorities.
• Professionalism & Ethics: Demonstrates honesty, discretion, and respect in management and decision-making.
• Alignment & Stewardship: Aligns team activities with organizational goals and communicates rationale clearly to maintain focus and coherence.
• Work Environment: This role is home-based. The role-holder is expected to participate in external meetings, events, and campaign activities.

We value team members who:

• Take initiative and are accountable for their work.
• Communicate effectively and respectfully.
• Collaborate well with others and contribute to a positive team environment.
• Adapt quickly to change and are eager to learn.
• Uphold professionalism, integrity, and ethical standards.

Position Type: full-time, 36 hours per week; temporary role for 8 months

Compensation: This position is at 350's salary grade level 3.1 with a set, non-negotiable gross salary of $95,000 per year.

Benefits: In addition to a fully remote, 36-hour workweek and two all-staff breaks per year, we offer a suite of comprehensive benefits. This includes a health care plan through CareFirst with 100% of the employee's monthly premium paid for by 350, as well as a 4% 401(k) match that becomes effective after 3 months of employment.

Location: Remote in the United States.

Applicants must have the legal authorization to live and work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

If you have suggestions for us on how to do this better, we really value your input and strongly encourage you to write to us at [email protected] with the subject line 'Hiring Feedback'.