Growth Associate

Summary

Join New Energy Nexus (NEX), a global non-profit supporting clean energy entrepreneurs, as a Growth Associate. This role involves supporting the development and implementation of corporate and multi-country accelerator programs. You will contribute to new business development, coordinate key processes, and assist with reporting and proposal development. The position is ideal for a detail-oriented, proactive early-career professional passionate about scaling climate and energy innovation. You will work with startups, mentors, corporate partners, and government agencies. The role offers a high-impact position in a fast-growing organization.

Requirements

• 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

Responsibilities

• 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

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with tools such as Google Workspace, Canva, and CRMs is a plus

Benefits

• 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