Application Guide
How to Apply for Climate + Dignity Program Director
at Investor Advocates for Social Justice
🏢 About Investor Advocates for Social Justice
Investor Advocates for Social Justice (IASJ) is a faith-based non-profit that leverages shareholder advocacy to promote climate justice, racial equity, and human rights. With over $3 billion in assets from faith-based investors, IASJ uniquely combines moral authority with financial leverage to drive corporate accountability.
About This Role
As Climate + Dignity Program Director, you will lead shareholder advocacy campaigns targeting corporate behavior on climate and environmental justice. This role is impactful because you'll directly influence Fortune 500 companies through resolutions, dialogues, and public pressure, advancing a Just Transition and Indigenous Peoples’ rights.
💡 A Day in the Life
A typical day might start with a team check-in on campaign timelines, followed by research on a target company's climate report. You might draft a shareholder resolution, then meet with an investor partner to align on strategy. Afternoon could include a press interview or preparing for an AGM dialogue with corporate executives.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who Investor Advocates for Social Justice Is Looking For
- Has 3-5 years of experience in shareholder advocacy, corporate sustainability, or environmental justice, with hands-on campaign management.
- Possesses deep knowledge of climate finance, Just Transition frameworks, and racial equity, ideally with experience engaging faith-based investors.
- Excels at research and analysis, able to dissect corporate ESG reports and craft compelling shareholder proposals.
- Strong communicator with public speaking skills and comfort managing digital media and press relations.
📝 Tips for Applying to Investor Advocates for Social Justice
Highlight any experience with faith-based or values-driven investing in your cover letter.
Quantify your impact in previous advocacy campaigns (e.g., resolutions filed, dialogues led, policy changes).
Demonstrate familiarity with IASJ's recent campaigns (e.g., climate resolutions at major banks).
Include a writing sample of a research brief, shareholder proposal, or op-ed on climate justice.
Tailor your resume to emphasize intersectionality of climate, racial equity, and human rights.
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
['Your commitment to integrating climate justice with racial equity and Indigenous rights.', 'Specific experience with shareholder advocacy or corporate engagement on environmental issues.', 'Ability to manage multiple campaigns and communicate complex issues to diverse stakeholders.', "Alignment with IASJ's faith-based, values-driven mission and your understanding of their investor base."]
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → Review IASJ's recent shareholder proposals and voting records on climate and environmental justice.
- → Study IASJ's website and annual reports to understand their investor network and key campaigns.
- → Familiarize yourself with the Interfaith Center on Corporate Responsibility (ICCR) as IASJ is a member.
- → Research current trends in climate finance, such as net-zero commitments and transition plans.
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Don't focus solely on climate without connecting it to racial equity, Indigenous rights, or human dignity.
- Avoid generic statements about 'sustainability' without showing knowledge of shareholder advocacy mechanics.
- Don't ignore the faith-based aspect; failing to mention values alignment can signal disinterest.
📅 Application Timeline
This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.
Typical hiring timeline:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
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