Position Title: Senior Manager, Nuclear Energy
Reports to: Program Director, Nuclear Energy
Type: Full-time
Location: Hybrid, with a preference for candidates based in the Washington, D.C. able to work from our D.C. office minimum twice a week
ABOUT CATFClean Air Task Force (CATF) is a nonprofit organization working to safeguard against the worst impacts of climate change by catalyzing the rapid global development and deployment of low-carbon energy and other climate-protecting technologies. This is accomplished through research and analysis, public advocacy leadership, and partnership with the private sector. CATF is highly respected for its deep expertise and research on energy and industrial systems and potential strategies, technologies, and policies that can radically shrink their impact on the planet's atmosphere. Our team of experts and advocates (and global network of subject matter experts and civil society partners) put this research and knowledge into action by designing and enacting public policies that drive toward zero emissions. We also support policies and work directly with private industry to innovate in technology to make the path to zero emissions swift and affordable. CATF has offices in Boston, Washington D.C., and Brussels, with staff working virtually around the world.
ROLECATF is seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Manager, Nuclear Energy to join our Nuclear Energy Program. Reporting to the Program Director, Nuclear Energy, this individual will serve as an in-house subject matter expert in nuclear energy policy, with a focus on the U.S. commercial nuclear energy industry, federal and state policy to support nuclear energy scaling, market dynamics, and regulatory ecosystems. The Senior Manager will support CATF's nuclear energy strategy through policy advocacy, stakeholder engagement, project implementation, and outreach efforts, with an emphasis on advancing nuclear energy deployment in the U.S.
Key Functions and Responsibilities:Nuclear expertise and technical leadership
- Serve as the in-house expert on nuclear policy and related topics, particularly focused on the U.S. commercial nuclear energy industry, market dynamics, and state and federal policy and regulatory ecosystems.
- Identify, synthesize, and communicate key technical and economic trends across the U.S. nuclear energy sector, including industry players, government organizations, and regional markets.
- Conduct technical and policy research on nuclear energy technologies, providing insights into their role in achieving U.S. climate and energy goals.
- Collaborate with CATF's global nuclear energy team and multiple external stakeholders, engage in knowledge sharing and best practices.
Stakeholder engagement and outreach
- Proactively engage stakeholders, including federal and state policymakers, industry leaders, and NGOs, to drive policy and advocacy activities aligned with CATF's nuclear energy strategy, projects, and initiatives in liaison with the U.S. Advocacy Team.
- Lead outreach efforts to promote advanced nuclear technologies, coordinating efforts with U.S. government organizations, industry groups, non-governmental organizations and academic institutions in coordination with the Director for Nuclear Energy.
- Serve as spokesperson on U.S. nuclear energy policy matters, representing CATF at high-level meetings, conferences, and public forums.
- Engage with state-level policy and regulatory bodies to support regional nuclear energy deployment initiatives.
Policy and advocacy
- Collaborate closely with the U.S. Advocacy team on policy and advocacy activities related to nuclear energy, ensuring that CATF's federal and state policy priorities are reflected in implementation strategies and campaigns.
- Coordinate with CATF's U.S. Advocacy team and collaborate with international policy teams to ensure alignment of domestic nuclear policy efforts with broader global strategies.
- Ensure close coordination with CATF's federal policy experts and legal teams to develop and implement innovative policy solutions for the U.S. market.
Project management and implementation
- Develop and execute detailed work plans to ensure the successful implementation of U.S. nuclear energy strategy within CATF's broader strategy.
- Lead hands-on execution of outreach, policy initiatives, and project implementation efforts that promote advanced nuclear technologies as part of the U.S. energy transition.
- Produce relevant analyses and materials such as blogs, op-eds, factsheets and short white papers.
- Oversee policy and analytical consultants as necessary.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with CATF teams to ensure U.S. nuclear energy initiatives are aligned with the organization's goals and contribute to decarbonization efforts.
Fundraising and commercial awareness
- Identify funding opportunities, cultivate relationships with potential and existing donors in liaison with the Development Team, develop grant proposals, and report on project progress to funders.
- Maintain commercial awareness of U.S. nuclear energy market developments and ensure CATF's activities are aligned with the evolving needs of the U.S. nuclear energy industry.
Leadership and collaboration
- Closely collaborate across the nuclear energy program team, in particular with the Director of Nuclear Energy, and external partner organizations.
- Cross-collaborate effectively in a matrix organization such as with communications, other programs and cross-functional teams. Excel at leading through influence.
- Provide strategic leadership in advancing nuclear energy initiatives in the U.S., reporting to and working closely with the Director of Nuclear Energy.
- Engage in regular travel within the U.S. and periodic international travel to meet with stakeholders, attend industry events, and advocate for nuclear energy solutions.
- Mentor and collaborate with junior staff, providing guidance and fostering a collaborative work environment across CATF teams.
- Ensure that U.S.-focused program activities are cost-effective and aligned with CATF's financial goals.
Skills/Qualifications: - Senior experience in the U.S. nuclear energy sector, with a strong focus on policy implementation, advocacy, and stakeholder engagement.
- Extensive knowledge of nuclear technologies, the U.S. commercial nuclear energy industry, and policy regulatory ecosystems, along with an established network in the sector.
- Ability to identify and communicate complex technical, policy and regulatory trends across the U.S. nuclear energy sector.
- Experience in driving federal and state policy and advocacy initiatives, engaging with government organizations and stakeholders at the highest levels.
- Experience working across teams to ensure coordinated efforts on policy implementation.
- Can do, positive and hands-on attitude in line with CATF core values of persistence, collaboration, and curiosity.
- International experience a plus.
- Demonstrated success in fundraising, including writing grant proposals and managing donor relationships.
- Advanced degree (e.g., Master's, J.D. or Ph.D.) in nuclear engineering, energy policy, environmental science, or a related field.
- Passion for CATF's mission.
Compensation and Location: This is a full-time, remote position flexible within the U.S. with a preference for candidates based in the Washington, D.C. area, able to work from our D.C. office a minimum or twice per week. CATF offers an excellent benefits package and an annual salary range of $115,000-$160,000, depending on experience.
CATF provides equal employment opportunities.
