Solar Program Coordinator (Hybrid)

GRID Alternatives is hiring a Solar Program Coordinator for their International Program, focusing on solar projects in Baja California, Mexico. The role involves developing solar project pipelines, managing installations, and collaborating with local communities and volunteers. Candidates should be passionate about environmental justice and community engagement, willing to travel frequently, and committed to diversity and empowerment.
Solar Program Coordinator

About GRID Alternatives

GRID Alternatives (GRID) is a 501(c)(3) certified non-profit organization based in Oakland, California, with eight affiliate offices serving all of California, Colorado, Washington D.C., Virginia, Maryland and Delaware. We also have a national Tribal Program, and an International Program serving Nicaragua, Nepal, Mexico and Puerto Rico.

Our Vision: a rapid, equitable transition to a world powered by renewable energy that benefits everyone.

Our Mission: to build community-powered solutions to advance economic and environmental justice through renewable energy.

What It's Like At GRID…

At GRID, we care about each other and know that each employee has a whole self that includes life outside of work. Our culture supports learning, growth and well-being of all of our team members. GRID Alternatives provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetics. Because we value Equity, Inclusion and Diversity (EID) at GRID Alternatives, we encourage folks from all backgrounds to apply, even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications.

About GRID’s International Program

GRID’s International Program provides solar workforce training and installs solar electric systems to power homes, small businesses and community-serving buildings. Our work in Nepal, Mexico, Nicaragua, and Puerto Rico has been providing residents with basic services, removing obstacles to sustainable growth, and creating economic opportunities for families and communities for more than 15 years.

The Opportunity…

GRID is hiring a Solar Program Coordinator to support our work in Baja California, Mexico. This is a great opportunity for an individual with a passion for environmental justice and community engagement to join our team. The Solar Program Coordinator will work with our Mexico team to identify and vet mission-aligned solar projects, maintain and build relationships with partners, work with project beneficiaries to gather impact data and ensure solar systems stay up and running, and work directly with local and international volunteers to install solar projects in Baja California.

Job Responsibilities:
• Develop and maintain a pipeline of mission-aligned solar projects at different readiness levels in Baja California, Mexico
• Conduct frequent site visits to urban and remote communities following all GRID checklists and safety protocols
• Manage groups of local and international participants during solar installations including co-leading 7-day long trips with international volunteers
• Collaborate on solar installations, fundraising proposals, reports and track program impacts
• Other tasks and projects as needed to support GRID’s work in Mexico

What You Need To Bring To This Role…
• Candidate must be excited about traveling to urban and rural communities on a regular basis, including overnight stays in communities, and interacting with local people
• Ability to relate to and respect diverse populations, committed to poverty alleviation and rural infrastructure development through renewable energy
• Committed to women’s empowerment and building local social networks, comfortable working independently and as part of a team, and comfortable working in a different location from direct supervisor
• Ability to identify and communicate connections between program offerings with existing priorities and needs in frontline communities and with community-based organizations
• Strong professional communication skills, and the ability to represent GRID Alternatives and our partners professionally
• Self-motivated, fast learner, problem-solver, comfortable with fast-moving, rapidly changing work environment
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office products, Google Suite applications including, Gmail, Drive, Docs, and Sheets, and familiarity with Salesforce
• Spanish language fluency, written and spoken

It would be great if you also had…
• English language proficiency
• Customer service and/or outreach experience
• Relationships with community-based organizations in Baja California
• Knowledge of battery-based PV system design, installation and maintenance but a strong desire to learn is acceptable

Where you will sit and the places you may go…

This position may require up to 50% out-of-town travel to urban and rural communities in Baja California, Mexico. This is a remote-based position. Availability to work some weekends may be required.

GRID Alternatives may provide vehicles for work travel and/or travel reimbursement for personal vehicle use. Applicants must hold a valid Mexican driver’s license and have a good driving record.

Let's Talk Money

This is a 12-month contractor position with an annual salary of USD $10,800 - $11,340 per year, billed monthly. No additional benefits are included.

Ready to Apply?

Submit a resume describing your interest. Due to the high volume of inquiries, mailed and emailed applications are not accepted. Please do not call and/or email requesting an update.

Thank you for your interest in GRID Alternatives!