Program Manager, UpstreamThe Environmental Partnership
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Washington, DC - USA
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Job Summary
The Program Manager supports API in public policy advocacy and analysis strategic communications and research work. Provides subject matter expertise and support for APIs priorities and programs. Engages in planning related to specific API policies programs and/or projects. Manages ongoing work through member committees and coordinates with API Communications Legal and Government Affairs departments.
In addition to policy work this position supports The Environmental Partnership (TEP) an industry-led initiative administered by API and managed by the API Upstream Policy department as program manager. Supports the Director of the program works with participating companies and other API staff in the day-to-day management of the program. Provides subject matter expertise updates maintains and distributes program materials and supports the programs priorities and mission.
Duties/Responsibilities
- Develops and implements API policy positions and provides ongoing support to API committees related to the Endangered Species Act (ESA) and areas of conservation/biodiversity in coordination with API members and management.
- Assists The Environmental Partnership Director in implementing and achieving The Partnerships missions goals and objectives as directed by API and its membership including:
- Supporting the development of new or expanding TEP performance programs projects and/or operational practices that participating companies can implement to mitigate impacts to the environment.
- Supporting the organization planning content development and preparation for successful execution of TEP workshops member meetings and conferences.
- Managing TEP participating company annual reporting data analysis and review for annual report.
- Supporting content development and strategic communications for TEP materials to promote the program through digital and social media.
- Maintaining TEP website content and member rosters to reflect company participation.
- Responding to requests from API staff participating company representatives other industry representatives and the public related to the activities of TEP.
- Critically assesses potential approaches to regulations legislation and policies in assigned issues based upon API policy positions and develops advocacy materials such as written comments or talking points through coordination with API staff and member companies.
- Provides member input and technical expertise to other API management and functions including advocacy support and messaging review.
- Supports budget setting and management of budget for projects in assigned policy areas.
- Establishes and maintains contact with the appropriate government representatives and stakeholders to pursue opportunities to promote the industrys policies and positions. Represents API as appropriate before stakeholders and decision makers.
Qualifications
- 5-7 years of experience in a similar role with subject matter expertise in oil and gas operations and/or environmental policy environmental science ecology biology political science environmental law natural resources management air and methane emissions or related field.
- Bachelors degree in relevant area or other related field or equivalent work experience.
- Knowledge of industry trade associations and/or energy-related regulatory/legislative issues as well as public issue advocacy strategies and the regulatory development process is required.
- Familiarity or experience with the Endangered Species Act (ESA) Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA) and the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act (BGEPA) is desirable.
- Familiarity with industry voluntary conservation programs agreements plans and/or strategies particularly as they relate to the ESA is desirable.
- Demonstrated skills working with diverse professional business and government representatives.
- Attention to detail exceptional organization and prioritization skills required.
- Initiative and ability to work both independently and collegially with others in the department across the organization and with member company representatives are essential.
- Excellent communications (written verbal and graphical) planning organizational and analytical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Familiarity with WordPress is desirable.
- Strong team player.
Physical Requirements
- Able to remain in a stationary position working on a computer
- Move about the office to access office machinery meeting rooms etc. on occasion
- Operate a computer and other office machinery such as printers and copy machines
- Transport items and equipment up to 10 lbs. on occasion
Travel Requirements
- Approximately 10% but may vary based on individual job needs and function.
Percentage of travel time expected for the position where the travel occurs such as locally or in specific countries or states and whether the travel is overnight.
This job outline describes the typical accountabilities and requirements of the position and should not be construed as an all-encompassing description of every duty performed by or expected of the incumbent.
EEO Statement
API is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All aspects of employment will be based on merit competence performance and business needs. Our success in maintaining a reputation for professional excellence depends on selecting the best qualified candidates. Achieving this objective means that no employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race color religion age gender expression or identity sexual orientation pregnancy (including childbirth related medical conditions breastfeeding and reproductive health decisions) genetic information national origin disability marital status personal appearance family responsibilities political affiliation matriculation credit information the status as a victim or family member of a victim of domestic violence stalking or sexual offense or any prohibited basis under federal state or local law.
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Candidates are typically hired at a point in the salary range based on prior experience education and market demand for the role; candidates are also compared internally to their peers.
API offers a comprehensive benefits package for our employees and their families. More information about our benefits may be found at Experience:
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About Company
The American Petroleum Institute (API) is the only national trade association that represents all aspects of America’s oil and natural gas industry. Our more than 600 corporate members, from the largest major oil company to the smallest of independents, come from all segments of the i ... View more
