Clean & Prosperous Executive Director

We are looking for a confident, entrepreneurial leader who is energized rather than daunted by ambitious goals — someone who can hold their own with a legislator, a corporate government affairs executive, a foundation program officer, and a Tribal leader, sometimes on the same day.

Policy credibility

Demonstrated success in policy advocacy, government affairs, or a closely adjacent arena, and the ability to establish credibility quickly on complex climate and energy issues. Significant climate, energy, or environmental policy experience and familiarity with the Washington political landscape are highly desirable. Deep technical expertise is not required; the ability to be taken seriously by people who have it is.

Revenue generation

A track record of bringing money in the door — through contracts and funded work, corporate sponsorship and membership, earned revenue, government grants, or philanthropy. We are as interested in candidates who have built business development or commercial revenue as in those who have raised money in a nonprofit setting. Aptitude, relationship instinct, and a willingness to ask matter more to us than the sector where you learned it.

Business acumen

Comfort and credibility with corporations and senior business leaders, and an understanding of the commercial, political, and reputational considerations they navigate. Our work sits where business and climate policy meet, and our next leader needs to be effective in both settings.

Entrepreneurial leadership

Experience leading a small, nimble, high-performing team and turning opportunity into results. A background that includes founding, launching, or substantially growing an organization or program is a strong fit, as is the ability to add structure without losing momentum.

Network

A relevant network of policy, business, philanthropic, or civic relationships, or the demonstrated ability to build one quickly. Existing Washington relationships are an advantage rather than a requirement.

Leadership style

Diplomatic, collaborative, and credible. A leader who trusts experts and delegates genuinely, who is willing to have hard conversations with grace, who works from data by instinct, and who cares more about the outcome than the credit.