[Remote] Program Director (California)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Sunstone Strategies is a mission-driven climate campaigning firm focused on shaping equitable climate policies. They are seeking a Program Director to manage teams and campaign outcomes to advance climate policy in California, requiring deep expertise in climate campaigning and strong relationships within the political community.ResponsibilitiesLead or co-lead issue area and moderately complex campaigns and maintain accountability to contract deliverables and budgets. Advise on, develop, and execute communications plans, strategies, and tactics for campaigns in partnership with coalition partners. Lead coalition communicationsManage campaign teams, assign work, and ensure contract deliverables are met. Draft and edit reports and collateral content, including press releases, media advisories, talking points, op-eds, Letters to the Editor (LTEs), fact sheets, websites, social messaging, etcPartner with our digital and design team to produce shareable content (short- and long-form videos, animations, other shareable online assets) and execute online communications campaignsBuild relationships and credibility with media partners and reporters. Successfully pitch stories and place op-eds in alignment with campaign strategiesParticipate in funding discussions and in developing scope for key programsRepresent clients, partners, and Sunstone Strategies, as neededSkillsDeep understanding of federal and state climate policy, including key players in the California climate/political communityStrong understanding of the media landscapeAbility to train and lead others with empathy and clarityAbility to lead authentically and with diplomacy while elevating views of diverse communities and working across lines of race, class, gender, and geographySkilled in analyzing complex policy issues and communicating them in a compelling, digestible manner for diverse audiences to encourage and drive coalition supportAbility to build relationships and work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholdersAbility to manage multiple, changing, and competing priorities and operate effectively in a fast-paced environmentExcellent writing skills and strong attention to detailStrong communication skills and skilled in navigating difficult conversationsMore than 8 years of experience focused in communications, public affairs, and electoral campaigning with increasing responsibility in a role related to climate change, including: Experience and expertise in policies related to the climate and energy sectors, Experience building strong partner and media relationships and working in political landscapes related to climate change, Experience leading communications for climate coalitionsAt least 5 years of experience successfully managing and leading diverse teams including internal and external staff and consultantsRemote position with preferred location in CaliforniaAt least 5 years of direct experience working in climate change or energy policy campaigning, with a focus on California for at least a portion of that timeBenefitsEmployer-sponsored health, vision, and dental coverage for employeesEmployer-sponsored life and AD&D insurance coverage4 weeks of vacation leave10 days of sick/personal time13 paid holidays, including a personal holiday for your birthdayAutomatic 5% 401k employer contribution after 3 months of continual employment that is 100% vestedHome office stipend to be used only within first three months of employmentMonthly phone and internet reimbursementAnnual professional development stipendQuarterly health and wellness stipendYear-end discretionary bonusCompany OverviewSunstone Strategies is a mission-driven communications and public affairs firm focused on equitable solutions to the climate crisis. It was founded in 2018, and is headquartered in Oakland, CA, US, with a workforce of 11-50 employees. Its website is http://www.sunstonestrategies.org.