New Energy Nexus (NEX) is an international not-for-profit organization that supports clean energy entrepreneurs with funds, accelerators and networks. We started in California and have expanded operations into China, India, Southeast Asia, East and West Africa, and Australia. Our mission is to support diverse entrepreneurs to drive innovation and build equity in the global clean energy economy. Our goal is to support 100,000 startups to succeed by 2030 – a decisive decade to surface and support as many climate solutions as possible. Through our global network, we directly boost hundreds of entrepreneurs annually while uplifting thousands more. Since 2004, New Energy Nexus (up until recently known as California Clean Energy Fund) has leveraged $1.5 billion in investment, supported over 900 clean energy startups, and launched industry-leading centers for solution collaboration.
ABOUT THE ROLE & OPPORTUNITYWe’re looking for a Growth Associate to join our Global team and help drive the development and implementation of corporate and multi-country accelerator programs. This role will support new business development efforts and help coordinate key processes across reporting and proposal development.
The Growth team at NEX leads fundraising efforts, explores opportunities for new programs, and supports expansion into new regions. This position is a great fit for an early-career professional who is detail-oriented, proactive, and passionate about scaling climate and energy innovation on a global stage.
Program Implementation Support- Support the implementation of global and corporate accelerator programs (e.g. with corporate and government agency partners).
- Coordinate logistics, communications, and program activities with startups, mentors, and corporate partners.
- Assist in managing external stakeholder engagement across global programs.
- Track new partnership and funding opportunities with corporates, governments, and philanthropic partners.
- Conduct landscape research on potential funders, trends, and innovation opportunities.
- Support proposal development including decks, narratives, and budget coordination with global and regional teams.
- Assist in preparing donor and partner reports for multi-country and global programs.
- Track and manage internal databases for grants, deliverables, and program metrics.
- Collaborate with regional teams to align messaging and data across multi-country projects and proposals.
Qualifications:
- Passion for energy and climate innovation!
- Min 3 years of experience in a relevant role (e.g. energy / climate innovation, incubator / accelerator, startup support).
- Strong written communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple workstreams across time zones and cultures.
- Passion for climate innovation, startups, and global collaboration.
- Experience with tools such as Google Workspace, Canva, and CRMs is a plus.
- The opportunity to join a mission-driven, global team at the forefront of energy and climate innovation.
- A high-impact role in a fast-growing global organization shaping the future of energy.
- A dynamic and supportive international team, with opportunities for learning and collaboration across countries.
- Competitive compensation aligned with local market standards.
- Growth opportunities and exposure to international programs and networks.
This is a full-time remote contract position; relocation assistance is not available for this role.
TO APPLY, TIMELINE, AND PROCESSSubmit your resume and cover letter by clicking on the “Apply for this job ” button below to begin your application. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
New Energy Nexus is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, citizenship status, disability status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression of an otherwise qualified individual, or membership in any other class protected by applicable law. New Energy Nexus hires and promotes individuals on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled. We strongly encourage diverse applicants to apply.
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What We Do
New Energy Nexus (NEX) is the world's leading ecosystem of funds and accelerators supporting diverse clean energy entrepreneurs to thrive, from emerging tech through to clean energy distribution and adoption. New Energy Nexus builds ecosystems and runs programs that are locally tailored to support the specific needs of entrepreneurs in that region: providing accelerator services, capital, mentoring, skills, and networks to help clean energy entrepreneurs thrive. We know that getting the right resources to entrepreneurs at the right time will unlock the clean energy solutions the world needs to tackle climate change.
NEX started in Silicon Valley and now has programs and partners across 10 countries that we’ve identified as most strategic for clean energy development. Since 2004, NEX has accelerated 650 startups, leveraged over US$1.5 billion in investment, and supported more than 3,000 entrepreneurs. And that’s just the start. We have an ambitious goal to reach 100,000 entrepreneurs by 2030 - a solutions movement that benefits 100% of the population in the shortest time possible.
