Communications and Marketing Lead, Climate Tech

Overview:

RMI is seeking a Communications and Marketing Lead to design and execute communications plans that accelerate the development, funding and market scaling of climate technology to avoid and remove emissions in line with a safer climate future. They will create and make use of diverse digital channels and media to advance RMI's goals by engaging key audiences and stakeholders.

RMI's climate tech accelerator program, Third Derivative, unites and aligns committed investors, corporations, philanthropists, and market and policy experts with the world's most promising climate tech startups to bridge finance and resource gaps and increase speed to market. Our flexible and highly curated accelerator program enables startups to focus on their unique needs and opportunities. Third Derivative has a dedicated carbon dioxide removal (CDR) startup program, working closely with RMI's Climate Aligned Industries program. As such, this role will frequently work at the intersection of the two programs, helping to shape deliverables that advance collaborative goals. A successful hire will be a strong team player who can work seamlessly across teams and subject areas while creating cohesive narratives for external audiences. The ideal candidate enjoys bringing communications strategies to life by leveraging data, research, and subject matter experts. In addition, the Communications and Marketing Lead will partner with RMI editorial, design, earned and digital media, and web to develop the most effective messages and campaigns.

An ideal candidate will have 3 to 5 years of experience in communications, marketing, or journalism, with a passion for storytelling. A strong connection to RMI's mission and expertise in climate tech is highly desired. This position reports directly to the Strategic Communications Manager for Third Derivative.

Specific Roles and Responsibilities

• Develop marketing campaigns and communications materials from inception to completion, working with editorial, design, earned media, and social media to ensure projects are completed on time and on brand

• Execute communications plans and strategies with clear goals, target audiences, and tactics, supporting strategic vision of RMI's climate tech experts and communications team.

• Strategize projects with clear goals and target audiences

• Build and update media lists and research reporters and Influencers to proactively connect with; develop media briefing materials for experts meetings with journalists

• Craft press releases and pitches for reporters

• Draft and review op-eds, articles, statements, social media posts, and other forms of thought leadership content for key program leadership and spokespeople

• Manage and grow Third Derivative's social media channels and digital presence

• Draft copy for RMI and Third Derivative's websites, social media, and email marketing, ensuring consistent messages throughout

• Identify and pitch experts for public speaking opportunities

• Work with Third Derivative, web, and editorial teams to update and optimize Third Derivative and RMI's webpages and resources

• Identify stories that advance climate tech and overall brand goals

• Proactively identify and leverage news-making moments, milestones,and impacts to drive awareness and interest in RMI's climate tech solutions among target audiences

• Maintain editorial calendars for Third Derivative and RMI's carbon removal work more broadly to keep program teams and RMI's central communications team informed of plans for internal and external publications, speaking engagements, media pitching, and social media campaigns

• Help develop and report against metrics of successand track activities against outcomes andimpact

• Coordinate with Third Derivative's external partner communications teams to ensure reach and impact of projects

• Evaluate and provide marketing support for event opportunities in alignment with program teams' strategy framework and goals

Minimum Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in communications, public relations, marketing, or journalism disciplines

• Excellent initiative, follow-through, and project management skills

• Strong writing, editing, and verbal communications skills, including communicating at different levels of depth (more in-depth for industry audiences; simplified for lay audiences)

• Curiosity to learn about innovative climate technologies and passion for storytelling and messaging around complex topics

• Experience working on digital campaigns, social media channels, and media outreach

• Experience with graphic design (Adobe Creative Suite and Canva), video, Salesforce, and HubSpot is a plus

Additional Details

• Meticulous attention to detail

• A strong team player with excellent interpersonal/collaborative skills with staff and counterparts at all organizational levels and with external partners

• Passion for supporting climate technology innovation as well as RMI's mission and theory of change

Location

We are a remote-ready company with team members around the globe. Our beautiful and welcoming offices are available for meetings or focused work, whether you are traveling through or living nearby. Our U.S. offices are in New York City; Washington DC; Oakland, California; Boulder, Colorado, and Basalt, Colorado. This role can be located from anywhere in the continental United States.

We provide you with the essential IT equipment plus a one-time home technology payment and a monthly work from home/commuter allowance to ensure you have a comfortable home office set up and necessary supplies.

We love seeing each other in person! We occasionally gather for shared time together like retreats and learning experiences. Be ready to travel for occasional in-person meetings (and of course, we cover travel costs). Some roles may require more travel, which will be discussed during the hiring process.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

• 403b Retirement Options (5% match, with no vesting schedule)

• Life, AD&D, Short Term and Long-Term Disability

• Commuter and Wellness Benefits

• Professional and personal development (including LinkedIn Learning access)

• Generous paid time off

• Parental leave

• Casual work environment

Compensation

RMI compensates based on the level and requirements of the role. Salary within our ranges may also be determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as required by the role, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Typically, a new Lead joins at the minimum to mid salary range of $68,092 - $82,536. You would also have an additional 5% annual bonus target.

Diversity

We strive for a level of diversity that reflects the communities we serve. Achieving this-regardless of ability, race, ethnicity, ancestry, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, veteran status, socioeconomic class, educational attainment or other social identities-is critical to the success of each RMI-er and collectively as an organization. This ensures that we:

• Have the different array of thinking that comes from diverse backgrounds and cultures, enabling us to solve some of the world's greatest challenges

• Strive for a culture of inclusion and belonging by treating others with dignity, respect and appreciation enabling them to feel welcomed, supported and valued

• Effectively connect, communicate, and build long-lasting relationships with decision makers, stakeholders and constituents within diverse communities

Increasing the diversity of thought, perspectives, ideas, and opinions within RMI is a critical change element supporting our long-term sustainability and mission to build a clean, prosperous, and secure energy future.

RMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About RMI

RMI is an independent nonprofit founded in 1982 that transforms global energy systems through market-driven solutions to align with a 1.5C future and secure a clean, prosperous, zero-carbon future for all. We work in the world's most critical geographies and engage businesses, policymakers, communities, and NGOs to identify and scale energy system interventions that will cut greenhouse gas emissions at least 50 percent by 2030. RMI has offices in Basalt and Boulder, Colorado; New York City; Oakland, California; Washington, D.C.; and Beijing. RMI-India, a sister organization, has an office in New Delhi.

About Third Derivative

Third Derivative, RMI's global climate tech accelerator, is accelerating the rate of climate innovation. Third Derivative's inclusive ecosystem rapidly finds, funds, and scales climate tech globally. By uniting and aligning investors, corporations, and experts with the world's most promising climate tech startups, Third Derivative bridges finance and resource gaps to increase the speed to market. The flexible and highly curated remote accelerator program enables startups to focus on their unique needs and opportunities. Together, we are moving markets to achieve an equitable climate future. Learn more at .