DIRECTOR,
POSITION DESCRIPTION
We work with faith communities to address the causes
and consequences of global climate change through education and public policy
advocacy. Our mission requires us to
· nurture reverence and wonder for
Creation,
· learn causes and impacts of climate
change,
· apply energy solutions in our lives
· work for life-affirming public
policy
North
Carolina Interfaith Power & Light is seeking an outstanding leader to
direct its work with faith congregations to address global warming and its
solutions. North Carolina IPL is a
program of the NC Council of Churches, an ecumenical organization of
judicatories and congregations working for social
justice and Christian unity. NC
IPL is also one of 29 state-level affiliates of Interfaith Power & Light USA,
an interfaith ministry devoted to helping people of faith recognize and fulfill
their responsibility for the stewardship of creation.
The
Director of NC IPL is employed as an Associate of the NC Council of Churches
reporting to the Council’s Executive Director.
The Director of NC IPL is responsible for the overall management and
development of NC IPL. Responsibilities include administration and financial
management, fund raising, public policy advocacy, program development,
communications, working with coalitions, and steering committee relations.
Responsibilities
1. Leads in the planning and imple
2. Works with the NC IPL Steering
Committee in carrying out the organizational mission.
3. Supervises NC IPL staff and leads in
hiring, in conjunction with the Executive Director and through the Council’s
hiring process.
4. Has responsibility for securing all NC
IPL salary and program funds from foundations, religious institutions, and
individuals.
5. Creates and ensures compliance with
NC IPL budget.
6. Leads in establishing public policy
positions and undertaking advocacy actions.
7. Represents NC IPL with the
faith-based public, partnering organizations, and the media.
8. Works with the state’s clean energy coalition
and with Grassroots Energy Alliance.
9. Works with Interfaith Power &
Light Affiliated Network and national office to further the IPL mission at
state and national levels. Attends the
annual conference, participates in conference calls, serves on one or more
committees, and submits an annual report.
10. Maintains a working relationship
with the Council’s Executive Director and staff, especially the webmaster,
bookkeeper, and development director.
Attends Council Executive Board meetings, major Council events, and
staff meetings.
Qualifications
Required:
·
Personal
religious faith
·
Working
knowledge of the science of global climate change
·
Familiarity
with public policy solutions and energy generation technologies
·
Ability
to communicate effectively with people of faith
·
Ability
to work collaboratively with people of diverse backgrounds and viewpoints
·
Strong
written and oral communications skills
·
Proficiency
in Microsoft Office, e-mail usage, and internet applications.
·
Bachelor
of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree
Preferred:
·
College
degree and/or graduate degree in environmental studies, science, and/or
religion
·
Four
years relevant work
·
Fundraising
experience
·
An
understanding of congregational and judicatorial structures
·
Knowledge of various
religious teachings on the care of Creation and on economic justice
·
Affiliation
with a faith community that is part of the NC Council of Churches
Residence and travel
Some travel is required,
mostly within
Hours and compensation
Fulltime
position with annual salary of $40,000 - $44,000, depending on experience and
qualifications. Current benefits include group health plan
(paid 50% by employer) and short-term disability insurance, plus paid state
holidays, vacation time, and sick leave.
The selection process will remain open until the
position is filled. To ensure consideration, please apply as soon as possible.
To apply, send résumé and writing sample to
nccofc@nccouncilofchurches.org or to
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