Community Engagement Manager

As Community Engagement Manager you will lead community engagement for our projects, shaping our presence in local communities, mitigating risk from opposition, and ultimately building support for our projects from development through operations. This role will report directly to the Director of External Affairs.

• Bachelor degree required, preferably in communications, political science, community development, renewable energy, environmental studies, urban planning, or relevant field. • 5+ years of experience in community organizing, advocacy, campaign management, local government, or stakeholder engagement in renewable energy. • Established and active relationships with key stakeholders in the New York City area and strong understanding of local governmental structures; familiarity with renewable energy and infrastructure permitting preferred. • Excellent organization and project management skills; ability to manage multiple workstreams and deadlines. • Prior experience managing and overseeing external engagement liaisons. • Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with diverse audiences, including public officials and community groups. • Strong interpersonal and relationship‑building skills. • Motivated self‑starter with strong problem‑solving abilities and sound business judgment.

At Orenda, you’ll help build the real-world infrastructure that makes the energy transition possible. You’ll do this in a mission-driven culture that values ownership, accountability, continuous learning, high performance, and genuine collaboration. We work hard, move quickly, and enjoy doing it together. In addition to the chance to do important work with a great team, Orenda offers a competitive compensation package designed to attract and retain top talent: • Base Salary: The anticipated base salary range for this full-time position in New York City is $115,000-$160,000 per year. The final base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the successful candidate's relevant experience, skills, and qualifications. • Bonus: In addition to the base salary, this role is eligible for a significant annual performance-based bonus. • Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package includes: Health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) plan, with 3% Employer Match LifeTime Fitness corporate membership Monthly commuter stipend Learning and education stipend Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) policy Regular company events #BI-DNP #LI-DNP