Application Guide

How to Apply for Program Manager

at RE-AMP

🏢 About RE-AMP

RE-AMP is a unique collaborative network of over 120 nonprofits and foundations across ten Midwestern states, working collectively to equitably eliminate greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Unlike traditional environmental organizations, RE-AMP operates through member-driven collaboration and collective strategy, making it an ideal workplace for those passionate about systemic climate solutions through partnership rather than individual advocacy.

About This Role

This Program Manager role focuses on facilitating collaborative efforts in agriculture and energy strategic priority areas, coordinating meetings and network conversations to build member knowledge. The position is impactful because it directly connects issue-specific work back to the full network, ensuring that localized policy efforts in Midwestern states contribute to the broader goal of equitable greenhouse gas elimination.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve coordinating virtual meetings with member organizations across multiple Midwestern states to advance agricultural or energy initiatives, followed by synthesizing insights from these conversations to inform network-wide strategies. You could spend time planning upcoming network events or supporting issue-specific projects while ensuring all activities align with RE-AMP's equity goals and collaborative approach.

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🎯 Who RE-AMP Is Looking For

  • Has 2+ years of hands-on experience with energy policy implementation at the state level in one or more Midwestern states (e.g., Illinois, Michigan, Ohio, or Minnesota)
  • Demonstrates practical knowledge of agricultural/food systems policy across multiple governance levels, with specific examples of working with farmers, agencies, or advocacy groups in the Midwest
  • Shows proven experience facilitating racially diverse groups with a clear commitment to equity, such as through DEI training, inclusive meeting design, or community engagement work
  • Possesses strong project management skills with experience organizing multi-stakeholder initiatives, managing timelines, and coordinating events or campaigns

📝 Tips for Applying to RE-AMP

1

Highlight specific Midwestern state energy policy work in your resume—name the states, policies (e.g., renewable portfolio standards, utility regulations), and your role in implementation

2

Quantify your facilitation experience: mention the number of groups you've facilitated, their size, diversity, and outcomes (e.g., 'facilitated 15+ meetings annually for groups of 20-50 stakeholders')

3

Tailor your application to RE-AMP's collaborative model by emphasizing examples of coalition-building or network coordination, not just individual achievements

4

Explicitly connect your agricultural/food systems experience to climate solutions, showing how your policy work reduces emissions or promotes equity

5

Use RE-AMP's terminology from their website—phrases like 'equitable elimination,' 'collective strategy,' and 'member-driven'—to show you understand their approach

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Demonstrate your understanding of RE-AMP's collaborative network model and how your experience aligns with facilitating member-driven work", 'Provide concrete examples of your energy policy experience in Midwestern states, specifying states, policies, and outcomes', 'Highlight your commitment to racial equity with specific instances of integrating equity into facilitation or project management', "Explain how your agricultural/food systems policy knowledge can support RE-AMP's strategic priorities in the Midwest context"]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Study RE-AMP's current strategic priority areas (agriculture and energy) on their website to understand their specific focus areas and recent initiatives
  • → Review the list of RE-AMP member organizations to familiarize yourself with key partners and their roles in the network
  • → Explore RE-AMP's Annual Meeting reports or public materials to understand their collaborative processes and network structure
  • → Research recent energy and agricultural policy developments in Midwestern states, particularly those where RE-AMP is active
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe a time you facilitated a difficult conversation among diverse stakeholders on energy or agricultural policy—how did you ensure equitable participation?
2 How would you approach connecting issue-specific projects (e.g., a state-level renewable energy campaign) back to a broader network like RE-AMP?
3 What strategies would you use to build knowledge and collaboration among network members across ten different Midwestern states?
4 How have you integrated racial equity into your project management or facilitation work in past roles?
5 Based on your knowledge of Midwestern energy policy, what do you see as the biggest opportunities and challenges for RE-AMP's 2050 goals?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Focusing only on federal or non-Midwestern policy experience without highlighting relevant state-level work in the region
  • Presenting yourself as primarily an individual contributor rather than a facilitator or collaborator in a network setting
  • Using generic environmental advocacy language without addressing RE-AMP's specific focus on equitable elimination through collective strategy

📅 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:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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