Program & Policy Internship

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB: The Program & Policy Coordinator will work in conjunction with the Board of Directors and Executive Director to oversee implementation and development of organizational programs. Candidates should have excellent writing and computer skills and must be motivated and organized with the ability manage multiple deadlines. An understanding and experience in the energy and public policy field highly desired.

PERSONALITY SOUGHT:  MEI seeks a resourceful, adaptive and take charge individual with ability to manage administration and logistics in small but growing non-profit public policy organization.

The primary duties of the Program Coordinator are:

·       Work with Executive Director and MEI Board to implement the following programs:

o  Midwest Energy Policy Series (min. of 3 conferences)

o  Public policy analysis and education (PSC Tracker, Legislative Tracker, Whitepapers, Policy outreach via social media)

o  Board Policy Committee Coordination

o  Membership growth and outreach

·       Work with Executive Director on developing new programs to meet MEI’s mission.

·       Develop outreach materials to accompany Program work, including website social media, press releases other media-related information.

·       Work with other staff and outside consultants to develop marketing materials, including Program flyers, the agency brochure, and the annual report.

·       Participate in community outreach events to promote MEI and its programs.

·       Create and implement social media strategies for the managed programs

·       Manage & Coordinate webpage maintenance—ensure that new and consistent information (article links, stories, and events) is posted regularly.

·       Track and measure the level of engagement within the network and partners over time.

·       Work with Executive Director on quarterly publications and public policy publications.

Other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

·       Bachelor’s degree or necessary experience.

·       Two years’ experience in a non-profit or association environment, preferably with an energy background.

·       Experience building coordinating events, analyzing policy and developing and implementing programs that focus on energy related education, entrepreneurship, economic development and public outreach.

·       Excellent writing and editing skills; strong oral communication skills.

·       Great attention to detail and ability to stay organized and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

·       An ability to “change gears” and work collaboratively with internal and external partners.

·       Proficient using the latest versions of Microsoft Office, Salesforce, Wix, Canva, Asana, and Google apps.

·       An ability to find and stay informed about projects and resources for partners.

·       A passionate and committed belief to factual, scientific and unbiased communication.

·       Sincere commitment to work collaboratively with all constituent groups, including staff, board members, volunteers, stakeholders and program participants.

·       Understanding of energy issues, and public policy process.