SVP Market Transformation (Cleantech Incubator, Non-profit)

LACI•Los Angeles, CA

15d•$180,000 - $200,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator (LACI) is a nonprofit organization creating an inclusive green economy by unlocking innovation (through working with startups to accelerate the commercialization of clean technologies), transforming markets (through catalytic partnerships in zero emission transportation, clean energy and sustainable cities) and enhancing communities (through workforce development, pilots and other programs). Originally founded as an economic development initiative by the City of Los Angeles and its Department of Water & Power (LADWP), LACI is recognized as one of the most innovative business incubators in the world. Learn more at laci.org Position Summary: The SVP Market Transformation leads the Market Transformation (MT) department, one of LACI’s three organizational pillars, which helps to create an inclusive green economy in the greater Los Angeles region and beyond through cross-sectoral partnerships, research, public policies, and innovative pilot projects.

Requirements

Deep experience with public policies and/or business models (including financing and pilots) to accelerate market transformation in zero emissions transportation, clean energy, and sustainable cities
10+ years relevant work experience, Masters degree in public policy, business or environmental studies preferred
Budgeting experience as well as business development and/or fundraising experience is required
Excellent writer and presenter, comfortable speaking with a wide range of audiences
Experience managing and cultivating direct reports and reporting to/working with C-level executives

Nice To Haves

Experience building and growing clean energy and/or zero emissions transportation businesses is preferred. Otherwise, experience as a connected clean energy and transportation stakeholder is required

Responsibilities

Pillar Leadership : As head of MT, identify and fill departmental staffing needs, and lead budget development, financial performance, and internal process improvements. Manage the MT team with priorities on performance, productivity, teamwork, turnover, net promoter scores, and staff growth and development. As a member of the Leadership Team, provide organization-wide insights and input to the CEO and Executive team. Ensure strong collaboration across the organization and support org-wide initiatives and improvement.
Program Development, Integration and Delivery : Guide the strategic direction, specific implementation actions, and outcome tracking for all of MT’s program. Ensure LACI develops and maintains strong relationships with all of the public and private sector partners involved in each program, and shape the ways in which LACI’s partnerships evolve and expand. Integrate MT’s programs seamlessly with current LACI incubation, workforce development, diversity & inclusion, and prototyping lab initiatives. Set up program metrics and grant progress tracking and reporting. Produce conferences and related events to share and publicize MT program’s progress and successes.
Fundraising and Grant Oversight : Working closely with the Development Team, identify opportunities for and secure funding to support LACI’s Market Transformation work from a variety of sources, including private foundations, government agencies, and corporate partners. Manage the relationships with grant stakeholders at each funding entity. Ensure all grant objectives are met, and deliverables, reports and invoices are turned in on time and with top quality. Oversee all grant subcontractors and ensure subcontractors produce timely deliverables, progress reports and invoices.
Policy Oversight : Work with LACI’s CEO, COO and Government Relations team to shape and advance LACI’s policy initiatives at the federal, state, and local levels