Job Scope:
The scope of the proposed services will include the following:

• Develop understanding of the business environment and use that understanding to make informed decisions and drive results.
• Define program goals and objectives, and align them with the organization's strategy.
• Develop project plans and schedules, including resource allocation, timelines, and budgets.
• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver programs and projects on time and within budget.
• Manage risks and issues, and implement mitigation strategies as needed.
• Communicate project status and progress to stakeholders, including senior management.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and teams to ensure program and project goals are met.
• Ensure compliance with program management processes and standards.
• Provide day-to-day support for ongoing processes.
• Provide ongoing evaluation and improvements for processes; work in needed areas to provide technical support for the agency's work demands.

Mandatory Expertise and/or Relevant Experience:

• Bachelor's degree.
• 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong project management skills, including budgeting, scheduling, and communication.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel.
• Experience with collecting, analyzing, and reporting key data.
• Experience in program evaluation, including evidence-based practices and outcome measurement.
• Experience navigating Louisiana's governmental, business, and community landscape and various audiences/stakeholders.
• Available to work from Baton Rouge, LA on a regular basis.

Desirable Expertise and/or Relevant Experience:

• Master's degree in business, mass communication, or related fields.
• Industry expertise in clean energy resilient hubs, utility-owned electric grid systems, and reduced-carbon energy resilience.
• Experience working with federal programs at the federal, state, local level, and/or private sector.
• Experience representing state government officials in public settings.
• Experience in and knowledge of the energy sector and its diverse stakeholders.
• Experience developing and implementing large-scale public initiatives and projects.
• Experience working across state government agencies to align and implement strategic priorities.
• A working knowledge of regulatory and statutory compliance requirements for federal programs.
• Experience communicating on behalf of appointed government officials and civil servants.
• Comprehensive knowledge of state-level grant program administration.
• Experience in partnership development with community groups, non-profit partners, and/or government agencies.