About the Role
This role leads the development and execution of a U.S. strategy for advancing nuclear energy as a key component of deep decarbonization. The director will manage policy advocacy, regulatory engagement, and partnerships with industry, government, and research institutions.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design and implementation of a national strategy for nuclear energy expansion
- Develop policy positions on nuclear regulation, licensing, and federal support mechanisms
- Engage with federal agencies including the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and Department of Energy
- Advocate for legislative and regulatory reforms to accelerate advanced reactor deployment
- Manage relationships with nuclear technology developers and research organizations
- Coordinate input from technical experts to inform policy recommendations
- Represent the organization at public forums, conferences, and stakeholder meetings
- Supervise program staff and consultants working on nuclear initiatives
- Monitor legislative developments in Congress related to nuclear energy funding and regulation
- Build partnerships with environmental groups, labor organizations, and clean energy advocates
- Oversee the development of white papers, regulatory comments, and policy briefs
- Support international collaboration by aligning U.S. efforts with global nuclear initiatives
- Identify barriers to nuclear deployment and propose actionable solutions
- Track progress toward program goals and report to senior leadership
- Ensure alignment of nuclear strategy with broader climate and equity objectives
- Conduct outreach to state-level policymakers on nuclear energy opportunities
- Evaluate economic and technical viability of emerging nuclear technologies
- Facilitate dialogue between regulators and innovators to streamline approval processes
- Promote public understanding of nuclear energy’s role in climate mitigation
- Integrate equity considerations into nuclear energy policy development
- Coordinate cross-program initiatives with clean energy systems and industrial decarbonization teams
- Support fundraising by providing technical input for grant proposals
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of nuclear innovation trends and market dynamics
- Ensure compliance with organizational policies and grant requirements
- Foster a collaborative team culture grounded in inclusion and accountability
Compensation
Competitive salary commensurate with experience, plus comprehensive benefits package.
Work Arrangement
Hybrid work model with flexibility for remote and in-office work; some travel required.
Team
Part of the Clean Energy Innovations team, reporting to the Senior Vice President of U.S. Programs.
About the Organization
CATF is an international nonprofit organization focused on reducing greenhouse gas emissions to address climate change. It operates globally with a strong presence in North America and Europe, working across sectors to drive transformative solutions in energy, transportation, and industry.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
The organization is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. It actively encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities, particularly those historically underrepresented in environmental and energy fields.
Application Process
Applicants must submit a resume and cover letter outlining their qualifications and interest in the position. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the role is filled.
Environmental Focus
The organization prioritizes scalable, technology-driven solutions to reduce emissions across the energy system, with a focus on hard-to-abate sectors such as power generation, heavy industry, and long-distance transport.
Nuclear Energy Program
The nuclear energy initiative works to modernize regulatory frameworks, support demonstration projects, and promote policies that enable the safe and rapid deployment of advanced nuclear technologies in the United States and abroad.
The organization does not typically sponsor visas for this position.
