About the Role
This senior leadership role is responsible for building and maintaining MHET's brand, communications infrastructure, digital systems, and organizational operations. The role drives how MHET tells its story to various stakeholders and ensures the internal systems that power the organization run smoothly and effectively.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute MHET's overall communications strategy across all channels and audiences.
- Write and edit a wide range of content including newsletters, blog posts, press releases, grant narratives, impact reports, talking points, and program materials.
- Manage MHET's monthly newsletter, including list management, segmentation, content curation, design, and performance analysis.
- Lead media and public relations efforts, including building relationships with journalists and media outlets, pitching stories, and positioning MHET as a recognized voice in the energy justice space.
- Develop, edit, or outsource thought leadership content to amplify MHET's model and expertise.
- Develop and maintain internal communications tools for staff.
- Ensure compliance with HELP and HELP Fund marketing and advertising guidelines.
- Own and maintain MHET's crisis communications plan; lead scenario planning and staff training.
- Ensure all communications materials are culturally responsive, accessible, and reflective of the communities MHET serves.
- Manage and maintain MHET's website, keeping content current, accurate, and strategically organized.
- Lead MHET's social media presence across platforms – developing content calendars, creating and scheduling posts, monitoring engagement, and growing audience.
- Design graphics, flyers, event pages, program materials, presentations, and other visual assets using tools such as Canva.
- Create and manage event pages, online forms, and digital campaigns using tools such as Google Ads, Givebutter, Rippling.
- Track and report on digital performance metrics and use data to improve strategy.
- Own and continuously improve MHET's HubSpot CRM – building and maintaining pipelines, workflows, automations, forms, and reporting dashboards.
- Oversee MHET's Asana infrastructure, ensuring project boards, templates, and team workflows are organized and up to date.
- Serve as the connective tissue across programs – ensuring shared systems, consistent data, and aligned communications infrastructure.
- Supervise the Operations & HR Manager, serving as their primary point of contact for day-to-day administrative functions.
- Oversee IT infrastructure and technology needs in coordination with the Operations & HR Manager.
- Support the Operations & HR Manager in executing HR processes including onboarding, offboarding, benefits administration, and employee record-keeping.
- Ensure financial and administrative processes are well-documented and consistently followed.
- Identify and implement tools, process improvements, and integrations that increase organizational efficiency and effectiveness.
- Lead the development and publication of MHET's annual impact report and program-specific impact materials.
- Build and maintain reporting systems and templates that enable program staff to consistently capture outcomes and metrics.
- Support grant reporting in collaboration with the Executive Director and program staff.
- Collaborate with program directors to collect and elevate participant testimonials and case studies.
- Support the Executive Director and Managing Director on funder communications, sponsorship stewardship, and donor-facing materials.
- Plan and execute fundraising and community events, managing logistics, marketing, sponsorship fulfillment, volunteer coordination, and follow-up.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in communications, marketing, or a related field, preferably in a nonprofit or mission-driven organization.
- Demonstrated ability to create high-quality written content across a range of formats and audiences.
- Experience managing social media accounts and digital marketing campaigns, with a track record of growing engagement and reach.
- Proficiency in graphic design tools (e.g., Canva) and ability to produce polished, on-brand visual materials independently.
- Experience building or managing CRM systems, preferably HubSpot, including workflow automation, pipeline management, and reporting.
- Strong project management skills, including experience with tools such as Asana and the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously.
- Experience planning and executing events, including logistics, marketing, and stakeholder coordination.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; able to manage a high volume of work without sacrificing quality.
- Deep commitment to environmental justice, equity, and community-centered work.
- Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills; able to work across teams and support staff communications needs.
- Experience with website management and content updates (WordPress or similar).
- Experience with fundraising, development, or grant writing in a nonprofit context.
- Knowledge of New York State energy policy, clean energy programs, or environmental justice landscape.
- Bilingual English/Spanish.
- Familiarity with the Hudson Valley region and its communities.
- LEED, ESG, or sustainability-related credentials.
Skills
- Communications strategy
- Content creation
- Graphic design
- Social media management
- Public relations
- Website management
- Email marketing
- HubSpot CRM
- Asana project management
- Digital marketing campaigns
- Event planning
- Project management
- Organizational skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Collaboration
- WordPress
- Grant writing
- New York State energy policy
- Clean energy programs
- Environmental justice
- Bilingual English/Spanish
- Hudson Valley region knowledge
- LEED
- ESG
- Sustainability
Location
- Kingston, NY
Work Type
- Hybrid
- Occasional evenings
- Occasional weekends
- Occasional travel
Experience Level
- Senior leadership
- 5+ years of experience
Salary/Compensations
- $90,000
Benefits
- 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement plans with a 4% employer match
- Professional development opportunities
- Unlimited paid time off
About the Company
- Mid-Hudson Energy Transition (MHET) is a community-based organization formed in service to the Kingston community and marginalized people overburdened by environmental hazards.
- MHET's programs include Outreach & Education (O&E), The HELP Fund (green community investment fund), The Home Energy Loan Program (HELP), Home Upgrade Grants (HUG), and Energy Innovation (EI).
Equal Opportunity
- MHET is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to promoting diversity, inclusion, and equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.
- MHET encourages individuals from underrepresented groups, including but not limited to women, people of color, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals, to apply for this position.
- We are dedicated to creating a workplace that respects and values differences, and we aim to foster an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive.
- If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please inform us, and we will make every effort to meet your needs.
