I saw this job listing on the I-Renew e-mail loop:

Job Announcement: CLEAN ENERGY BUSINESS ORGANIZER

Community Energy Solutions, a grassroots Iowa nonprofit that works for the transition to a clean, healthy Iowa energy economy for the 21st century, seeks a Business Organizer for a 6 month full-time position to begin in March 2009.  The CES organizer will build a statewide coalition of business owners and leaders who want to jumpstart the clean energy transition and encourage innovative new policies to make truly clean energy, and the good jobs that come with it, a reality for Iowa.  Office space is available in Cedar Rapids, or the organizer may telecommute.  Significant in-state travel is anticipated.

Qualifications:

Valid driver’s license, satisfactory driving record, and proof of auto insurance required.

Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.

Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work independently, cooperatively and effectively with business owners, leaders, public, staff, and volunteers of all political backgrounds.

Able to travel as needed.

Proficient computer skills: knowledge and experience with word processing, database, and/or spreadsheet software; ability to use the Internet for research.

Strong business background and familiarity with economic development programs a plus.

Compensation will be commensurate with experience. Please send a cover letter and resume by Feb. 28, 2009 to Sue Patton, Plains Justice, 100 1st St. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 or to info@plainsjustice.org.  No phone inquiries please.  CES is an equal opportunity employer.

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I got these job listings from Planned Parenthood of Greater Iowa and thought some Bleeding Heartland readers might have the right qualifications, or would know someone who would be a good fit.

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PPGI currently has the need to fill three Director positions.  For detailed information, please visit our web at www.ppgi.org.

Director of Marketing

This position will develop a strong public knowledge of PPGI’s programs and services and provide leadership to the Marketing team while designing and executing against a developed plan.  Req. include a BA in a related field and 4-6 years marketing/advertising exp with a min of 5 yrs. mgmt..  MA or high level certification in PR, Mkting, Pub. Admin or Bus. is pref.

Director of Communications

This position will lead the communications team with focus on developing strong programs and procedures within all departments/centers of PPGI, to include our allies, partners and third party experts.  It is critical to build solid relationships with statewide media.  Req.  include a BA in related field and 5-10 years related exp. with 5-7 years prior mgmt.

Director of Governmental Affairs

This position will lead the governmental affairs team in expanding grassroots support for reproductive health freedoms and building the assets and capacity of PPGI to mobilize support on key issues. Req. include 5-10 yrs. related exp (public policy, or grass root advocacy), BA and a min. of five yrs. mgmt. exp. for team of 5.

To send resume by e-mail:

resumes AT ppgi.org

To send resume by mail:

PPGI-Human Resources

PO Box 4557

Des Moines, IA  50305-4557

Fax. 515 280-9525

The non-profit organization Iowa Interfaith Power and Light (IIPL) is looking for a full-time executive director.

The complete job listing is after the jump. Click over if you or someone you know is qualified for this job and is committed to doing this kind of work. IIPL is “mobilizing the religious community to become leaders in the fight against global warming.”