Energy Advocate

Oceana is a vibrant, results-oriented non-profit dedicated to protecting and restoring the world's oceans. We have a staff of 120 throughout the world: in the U.S. (including our headquarters office in DuPont Circle, Washington, DC; New York; Alaska; California; Oregon; New England and the Southeast); in Europe (Madrid, Spain and Brussels, Belgium); South America (Santiago, Chile); and Central America (Belize City, Belize).

Position Overview:

Oceana is seeking a Washington, DC-based Energy Advocate to work with us to promote a shift from offshore oil and gas to clean energy. This position will be an issue expert on offshore oil and gas and clean energy. The successful candidate will possess expertise on issues related to energy procurement and development, and be familiar with information sources and policy level research techniques. Good communication skills are necessary as well, including writing, public speaking and interpersonal skills. Media relations experience is a plus. The position is based in Washington, D.C. Some travel is required.

Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will have responsibilities in the following areas:

• Research: Initiate and conduct research to support Oceana's goals with sound technical analysis, factual arguments and intelligence to help develop Oceana's position and message.
• Writing: Write reports, fact sheets, and other outreach materials, and help with the development of press materials, blog posts, newsletters, and the like.
• Media Relations: Serve as an Oceana expert on energy-related issues.
• Strategy Development: Work as a member of a team helping to frame the issues, and to develop solutions and strategies for achieving them.
• Government Relations: Serve as a resource for Oceana's government relations efforts, including helping with legislative analysis, lobbying and outreach to decision makers and elected officials.
• Be familiar with and comply with legal requirements and Oceana policies concerning lobbying, including reporting lobbying time and expenses.
• Undertake additional projects as requested by senior staff and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• 4 to 8 years of relevant professional experience, post-college, including (but not limited to) work in political, policy, legal, journalistic or government settings. Advanced degrees, including a JD or masters degree in related fields, may count toward a candidate's professional experience.
• Background on energy issues, including oil and gas required.
• Graduate degree preferred.
• Offshore drilling related policy expertise strongly preferred.
• Must be the type of person who takes initiative.
• Strong verbal and written skills.
• Personal commitment to Oceana's mission and goals.
• Computer literacy, particularly with Microsoft Office applications.
• Flexibility to occasionally work long hours.

Compensation:  DOE + excellent benefits. Oceana provides a competitive total compensation package, including comprehensive health, dental, vision, and 403(b) plan, and generous leave.

To Apply:

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting a resume and letter of interest to Oceana via e-mail with "Energy Advocate" in subject field. You may also send it by fax or mail.  Preferred method is email.

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