Executive Director

Energy Innovation

San Francisco, California

Full Time

Posted January 30, 2026

$268k - $278k

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Job Description

The Executive Director provides strategic leadership and organizational management for a nonprofit focused on clean energy and climate policy, overseeing operations, fundraising, stakeholder engagement, and driving mission impact through effective team and resource management.

Key Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership and align organizational mission and strategy
Partner with senior directors to develop and coordinate cross-organizational priorities
Ensure operational efficiency and support team performance to meet goals and budgets
Lead fundraising efforts, including donor cultivation, stewardship, and relationship management
Engage with the board to facilitate governance, strategic advice, and reporting
Represent the organization externally to funders, partners, and stakeholders
Oversee special projects and initiatives as assigned by the CEO

Requirements

12-15 years of progressive leadership experience in nonprofit, government, or mission-driven organizations.
Demonstrated ability to set direction and drive organizational impact by focusing strategy, resources, and execution on the most critical priorities.
Exceptional leadership ability to develop, empower, and hold accountable a high-performing, cross-functional team.
Proven track record with success in fundraising and resource mobilization.
Strong strategic and solutions-oriented thinker who maximizes impact via great execution.
Skilled communicator with outstanding written, verbal, and presentation skills able to foster collaboration and trust across all levels of the organization along with external partners and funders.
Advanced knowledge of energy systems and greenhouse gas emissions, with the ability to apply this expertise to organizational strategy and driving decision-maker conversations to the best outcome.
Outstanding capability to use research and data analysis for impact.
Commitment to the mission and values of the organization.
Experience managing organizational change, growth, and operational complexity.

Benefits & Perks

Salary range of $267,500 to $277,500 with adjustments for higher-expense markets

Hybrid work schedule with in-office presence 1-3 days a week

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance with up to 100% premium coverage

Short-term and long-term disability insurance

Company-sponsored and voluntary life insurance

Fertility and family planning benefits

Student loan repayment assistance

401k retirement plan with company match

Annual professional development budget

Internet, cell phone, and health wellness reimbursement

Paid holidays (14 days) and four weeks of paid time off (PTO)

Paid parental leave, jury duty, and bereavement leave

Public transportation benefit options for office staff

Office stocked with healthy snacks and beverages

Team building activities and staff lunches

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