Summary

The Climate + Clean Energy Equity Fund (Equity Fund, Fund) is a philanthropic fund dedicated to supporting a multi-state infrastructure of community-based organizations building power to advance an equitable clean energy future. With a proven approach to driving impact and a highly effective set of stakeholders and investors, the Equity Fund is facing a number of exciting opportunities. With the field that the Equity Fund supports growing quickly and public investments in clean energy transition accelerating, the Fund spun from its fiscal sponsorship and established a new, independent institution in 2024 to meet the needs of the growing and dynamic ecosystem of grassroots organizations and expand their collective impact. After a national and competitive search, the Equity Fund has also invited Andrea Cristina Mercado to start her new role as CEO in January 2025. Poised for significant growth, the Equity Fund has also evolved and is growing its executive leadership structure and operating model to lead effective strategy, systems, and culture for the team.

The Equity Fund invites nominations and applications for the position of Director of Finance to join the management team. This full-time, exempt position will report to the Chief of Staff and Executive Vice President of Operations and Strategy and will play a pivotal role in overseeing the Equity Fund’s finance and accounting operations. In partnership with the Chief of Staff, the Director of Finance will be responsible for managing the Equity Fund’s financial health, including revenue, expenditures, cash flow, and asset management. Working closely with outsourced finance and accounting partners, this role will ensure the efficiency and integrity of all financial operations, including the timely and accurate disbursement of grant funds. This is a unique opportunity for a mission-driven finance professional to support impactful grant-making efforts and help advance equity in the climate and clean energy space.

To Apply

More information about The Climate + Clean Energy Equity Fund may be found at: www.theequityfund.org.

This search is being conducted with assistance from Katherine Jacobs and Sharon Gerstman of NPAG. Due to the pace of this search, candidates are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Candidates may submit their cover letter, outlining their interest and qualifications, along with their resume via NPAG’s candidate portal.

Hiring Statement: Climate and Clean Energy Equity Fund is a newly independent 501(c)(3) public charity, committed to attracting, developing, and retaining exceptional people and to creating a work environment that is dynamic and rewarding. Our work environment is safe and open to all applicants, respecting the full spectrum of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, political affiliation, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and all other classifications protected by law in the locality and/or state in which you are working.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: The Equity Fund is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religious creed, national origin, caste, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions such as pregnancy loss and reproductive and sexual health decisions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, status as victim of domestic violence, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law (such as cancer), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances. The Equity Fund is dedicated to this with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment.

Sponsorship: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Employment-based visa sponsorship (including H-1B sponsorship) is not available for this position. Depending on project work, our employees may need to meet certain residency requirements.

Reference and Background Checks: All selected candidates will be expected to align with our key behavioral competencies and organizational values of integrity, trust, and respect, as well as uphold our high-performance culture. Therefore, all selected candidates will consent to reference and background checks as part of the hiring process. We will consider all qualified candidates in alignment with state Fair Chance Ordinances and Initiatives, as we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all.

COVID-19 Policy: To maintain the safety and well-being of its employees, the Climate and Clean Energy Equity Fund requires that any employee who is required to conduct in-person activities for their job must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 within four weeks of their start date. This position may require candidates to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Accommodations may be sought and approved in accordance with the law by contacting Human Resources at HR@theequityfund.org.