Policy Analyst

POSITION: Policy Analyst (full-time)
REPORTS TO: Executive Director
LOCATION: Honolulu, Hawaii

SUMMARY:
The Policy Analyst will play a key role in Blue Planet’s efforts to research, propose, champion, and activate support for policy solutions that help Hawai‘i cut its carbon emissions in half by 2030. The Policy Analyst will leverage strong research skills to support Blue Planet’s data-driven policy proposals, while keeping the community at the heart of our climate policy work and strengthening Blue Planet’s role as a credible and trusted advocate on equitable climate policies.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES MAY INCLUDE:

Policy Research

• Researching, preparing, and editing issue briefs, status reports, and memoranda on clean energy and equitable climate policy.
• Tracking legislative and regulatory actions that relate to Blue Planet’s mission, including tracking bills, hearings, testimony, and docket filings.
• Conducting research and analysis to identify and propose policy initiatives and advocacy strategies at the state and county levels to help Hawai‘i achieve deep decarbonization and center equitable climate solutions.
• Monitoring trends on climate policy efforts and industry developments inside and outside of Hawai‘i.
• Preparing legislative testimony on behalf of Blue Planet Foundation and testifying at hearings as requested.
• Assisting and preparing the Executive Director for hearings and key meetings with lawmakers, government agency officials, media, and community leaders.
• Tracking and providing written summaries of key advocacy metrics for internal and external audiences.

Outreach and Coordination

• Developing and executing a year-round grassroots advocacy and community engagement strategy to build coalitions for sustained advocacy on climate policy solutions.
• Identifying and engaging key partners, champions, and impacted stakeholders on Blue Planet’s policy proposals.
• Stewarding and serving as a primary point of contact with Blue Planet’s network of clean energy advocates.
• Working with the communications team to develop talking points and messaging for policy communications, including content for email actions alerts, social media, and web.
• Participating on behalf of Blue Planet in coalitions, task forces, working groups, community meetings and other entities focused on clean energy and climate policy.
• Supporting events and outreach activities.
• Building and implementing creative processes that steward and deepen relationships with grassroots supporters.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3+ years of demonstrated experience in a related public policy, policy research, legal research, or advocacy role
• Exceptional writer and copy-editor
• Experience in social justice or diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Strong commitment to Blue Planet’s mission to make Hawai‘i a model for climate solutions that inspire and catalyze action globally
• Experience working among diverse groups with varying perspectives and/or facilitating challenging conversations
• Exceptional analytical skills, including with calculations and data analysis
• Clear and concise communicator – ability to prioritize, clarify and communicate ideas simply, succinctly and accurately with attention to detail
• Ability to self-start and self-direct
• Creative, adaptive problem-solving ability and willingness to test new ideas and embrace unfamiliar topics and projects
• Ability to navigate ambiguity with patience, professionalism, and a solutions-focused mindset
• Extremely detail-oriented and thorough, with excellent organizational skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and follow through to completion of assigned projects
• Ability to balance multiple projects and priorities and thrive in a fast-changing environment
• Exemplifies our Blue Planet Superpowers: Vision, Imagination, Boldness, Heart, Curiosity, ‘Ohana, and Extraordinary Work

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate degree in law, public policy, physical sciences, economics, or engineering
• Experience working with nonprofits and community-based organizations
• Experience working on clean energy and climate issues, with a particular focus on renewable energy, clean transportation, energy efficiency, utility regulation, and climate policy
• Experience with community organizing and grassroots campaigns
• Familiarity with Hawai‘i’s legislative processes at the state and county levels

COMPENSATION
The starting salary range is $64,500-$82,500. This is dependent on experience that will be discussed and vetted throughout the interview process. Blue Planet Foundation offers excellent benefits that include generous paid time off, flexible work hours, professional and personal development opportunities, and medical, dental, and vision coverage.

APPLICATION DETAILS
All applicants must apply online via Blue Planet’s website. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

ANTICIPATED START DATE:
January 2023

Blue Planet Foundation is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce.

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