NY Hub Climate Action Coordinator

The Associated and its Agencies•New York, NY

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Adamah NY is seeking an experienced, dynamic and mission-driven Climate Action Coordinator to join the NY team, lead and grow climate initiatives across Jewish institutions throughout in the NY area. This is a public-facing, strategic, and fast-paced role ideal for a relationship-builder who is passionate about climate action, climate resilience and Jewish community engagement. The Climate Action Coordinator will play a central role in developing and implementing a range of climate-focused programs, including in person educational workshops and webinars, localized resource guides, and other strategic initiatives. They will cultivate and maintain partnerships with Jewish community institutions throughout New York, supporting them in identifying, assessing, and carrying out climate solutions aimed at reducing or eliminating greenhouse gas emissions. A key responsibility of the role is guiding members of the Jewish Climate Leadership Coalition in the creation, execution, evaluation, and annual sharing of their organizational Climate Action Plans. Moreover, the Coordinator will manage and oversee the Adamah NY Climate Action Fund including reviewing applications, working with grantees, coordinating the Climate Action Fund advisory committee as well as the Climate Action Fund allocations and all the administrative aspects of the Fund. The coordinator will also connect institutions with broader engagement opportunities offered by Adamah NY to ensure holistic and sustained participation.

Requirements

Understanding of climate change and climate justice topics a must
Solid work ethic with strong organizational and time-management skills
Excellent attention to detail
Professional verbal, and written communication skills in English
Provide excellent customer service
Strong administration and Microsoft suite skills
Salesforce experience or the willingness to learn
Comfort using AI tools to support research, drafting, and workflows (e.g., summarizing notes, creating first drafts, and generating outreach copy), with strong judgment, fact-checking, and attention to details
Ability to multitask and hold multiple projects at once
Ability to hold a big-picture view
Creative and self-starter, ability to self-motivate and work on solo projects as needed
Candidates must be based in the metro New York area and able to commute to and from NYC.

Nice To Haves

3+ years in relevant work (climate/sustainability programs, coalition/partnership management, nonprofit programs, or related)
Academic background (preferred) - environmental studies/engineering/policy; nonprofit management; public policy/administration or similar fields
Experience working in the climate/energy/environmental space
Understanding of the New York Jewish community, a plus

Responsibilities

Recruit Jewish community organizations across the NY area to join the Jewish Climate Leadership Coalition
Support the development, implementation, and annual reporting of Adamah NY Coalition members organizational Climate Action Plans
Serve as the main point of contact for all Adamah NY Climate Action Fund aspects including Promotion of the Fund (advertising, recruitment, application support, presenting), Administration (materials preparation, reporting, invoicing), Coordination of lay leaders' involvement convening and supporting the Climate Action Fund Allocation Committee
Design, deliver and coordinate local programming including learning sessions, and strategic workshops on climate solutions (e.g., electrification, clean energy, energy efficiency, nature-based solutions)
Support program development on climate adaptation and resilience
Coordinate local partnerships with NYC-based climate and sustainability experts, government programs, nonprofits, and private sector leaders to support members decarbonization goals, to advance the Hub s visibility, relevance and impact
Develop materials and resource guides as needed
Outreach to potential business partners (through Adamah s Jewish Green Business Network and beyond) to create opportunities for Coalition members and for sponsorship
Foster meaningful integration between Coalition work and other Adamah NY offerings by connecting members to additional Hub programs
Support Adamah NY s broader mission and programs including in person and outdoor events, retreats, and educational offerings
Help advance the Hub s goals beyond the climate portfolio by engaging diverse community members and stakeholders
Participate in internal meetings, including: Weekly check-ins with the Adamah NY Director, Weekly Jewish Climate Leadership Coalition team virtual meeting, Weekly Adamah NY team meetings, Monthly national Adamah staff meetings
Maintain accurate records and progress tracking using shared data systems
Participate in professional development opportunities
Attend and contribute to regular Adamah NY team meetings, monthly all-staff meetings, and quarterly divisional meetings
Collaborate with team members to support Adamah NY outreach, communications, and community building in the region
Support set up for adjacent Adamah NY programming, supporting local engagement with the Jewish Youth Climate Movement or Adamah on Campus, marketing and communications support, and development and fundraising support.
Must maintain a professional demeanor and ability to adapt to changing situations
Other tasks/duties as assigned