Interim Executive Director (Stipend) (Norwalk)

Interim Executive Director Live Green Connecticut Approximately 10 Hours/Week | Primarily Remote | Stipend Position | Six-Month Initial Appointment with Opportunity for Growth About Live Green Connecticut Live Green Connecticut is a statewide nonprofit organization working to create healthier, more sustainable and resilient communities through practical solutions, community partnerships, education and stakeholder engagement. For nearly 20 years, we have brought together municipalities, businesses, nonprofits, community leaders and residents around sustainability initiatives including clean energy, energy efficiency, sustainable transportation, municipal EV readiness, community engagement and public events. Live Green Connecticut is entering an exciting growth phase, and we are looking for a collaborative, highly organized leader to help strengthen our programs, partnerships, funding and statewide impact. The Opportunity We are seeking an energetic and entrepreneurial Interim Executive Director to provide day-to-day operational and program leadership. This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys bringing people together, developing partnerships, leading teams, organizing initiatives and events, developing funding opportunities and turning ideas into measurable results. The Interim Executive Director reports to the Board President and has responsibility for day-to-day operational and program decisions within policies, priorities and budgets established by the Board. During the transition, the Interim Executive Director will work closely with the Board President and progressively assume greater independent responsibility for organizational leadership. Key ResponsibilitiesProgram Leadership Provide leadership and oversight for our energy efficiency initiative Supervise and provide direction to the three-person implementation team Lead weekly team meetings Ensure goals, timelines, funder commitments and deliverables are achieved Track progress, identify obstacles, assign responsibilities and follow up Maintain relationships with partners, sponsors, funders and community stakeholders Participate in community events when appropriate The implementation team handles day-to-day activities; the Interim Executive Director provides leadership, accountability, coordination and problem-solving. Grant Administration – 18-Month Project Provide administrative and program oversight for an 18-month grant-funded project. Coordinate grant activities, timelines, milestones and deliverables Track progress toward grant goals and performance measures Ensure grant commitments and reporting requirements are completed on schedule Maintain organized grant documentation and project records Coordinate staff, contractors and partners involved in grant activities Support preparation of required grant reports and documentation Coordinate with financial support to ensure activities align with the approved grant budget and scope Identify challenges and develop solutions to keep the project on track Lead and Grow the Live Green Connecticut Pledge The Live Green Connecticut Pledge represents one of our biggest opportunities for growth and statewide impact. Lead continued expansion of the Pledge Recruit businesses, workplaces, municipalities and community organizations Develop collaborations that expand participation and statewide reach Develop initiatives and activities with partners Create opportunities for businesses, communities and residents to take measurable sustainability actions Represent the Pledge with prospective partners and sponsors Our goal is to create statewide impact by bringing organizations and communities together around shared goals and turning those relationships into action. Development, Fundraising, Partnerships