OverviewREBA Sr. Associates have sound quantitative training and several years relevant work experience. We look for aptitude at solving challenging problems, the ability to think in numbers, and work in groups. We expect self-motivation, curiosity, creativity, the ability to drive oneself and others toward meaningful results, and a passion for making the world better. Sr. Associates are independent contributors and also work closely with a team on projects under the direction of more senior staff.REBA's Policy Innovations TeamThe REBA Policy Innovations team members are part of the overall Market & Policy Innovation team, which helps REBA members achieve their goal of 60GW of renewable energy by 2025 and expanding the market of renewable energy buyers to thousands of companies. This team seeks to:Ensure public policy, legislation, and regulation support clean energy marketsOvercome policy barriers and promote clean energy policiesProvide a central point for REBA members to understand public policy and engageAlign market and technology innovation projects with policy, legislative, and regulatory innovationsCore Responsibilities Policy Innovation ExecutionWork closely with leading renewable energy buyers, mostly C&I corporations, to identify key policy and regulatory barriers to non-residential clean energy procurementContribute to and help manage process for building annual engagement strategy and execute the planLead and manage state engagements to bring the customer voice into legislative and regulatory proceedingsEducate member companies on policy engagements and developmentsLiaise with partner organizations to ensure alignment across the clean energy industryResearch, analyze and recommend policy changes to federal and state regulationsProvide resources, tools and platforms for REBA members to access information about public policySynthesize recommendations into clear and compelling presentations and written products. Present quantitative information in a clear, visual formatOther responsibilitiesSeek out and manage high-quality data related to solving complex problems and issuesCreate innovative problem-solving approaches to drive project insightsManage and support member relations and facilitate network engagement through communications, convenings, surveys, and on-going engagement with senior partnersConduct market research, identify new market channels, and recommend improvementsDevelop and maintain replicable tools and platformsEngage with external experts via phone interviews, conferences, and response to outreach requestsCollaborate with team members to provide resources and project supportIdentify opportunities and develop strategies for REBA and external clientsOther duties as assignedQualificationsExperience Qualifications5 + years of experience in a field related to renewable or sustainable energy, with experience in researching and developing policies. Understanding of energy markets and policy at the state level is a must.Education QualificationsBA/BS degree or equivalent in education or experience. Preferred degree areas include engineering, mathematics, business, computer science, physical or social sciences or related disciplines. Graduate degree significantly preferred, or significant professional experienceOther QualificationsThe candidate will demonstrate skill in these areas:Understanding/experience in energy markets, regulations, legislative processes, or politicsGenerates original ideas and shares with othersWillingness to take risks by exploring and testing new ideasTakes initiative to improve processes and develop innovative solutionsDemonstrates basic knowledge in at least one segment of REBA core impact areasAble to independently dissect and explain complex issuesHigh quantitative and qualitative acumenStrong written and verbal communicator, with ability to develop compelling storylines and facilitate group discussionsHighly collaborative, strong team player, mentors junior staff, solicits feedbackDemonstrates behaviors consistent with REBA's valuesPassion for making the world betterBe eligible to work in the US