Program Director, Superhot Rock Geothermal

Clean Air Task Force

Program Director leading CATF's global superhot geothermal strategy. Advancing policy, investment, partnerships, and commercialization of next-generation clean energy technologies.

Posted 8/7/2026full-timeRemote • California, District of Columbia, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $200,000 - $225,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading multidisciplinary teams and driving strategic initiatives in the geothermal sector, with a strong focus on partnership building, policy advancement, and operational execution. Possesses a deep understanding of energy systems, commercialization challenges, and funding mechanisms relevant to clean energy projects.

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Leadership ExperiencePartnership DevelopmentGeothermal Technology CommercializationBudget ManagementStakeholder Engagement

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Hard Skills

Business DevelopmentPolicy DevelopmentTechnology DevelopmentEnergy InnovationProject OversightResource AllocationGeothermal Project ManagementComplex Initiative LeadershipPhilanthropic FundingOperational Execution

Soft Skills

MentoringPublic SpeakingWritten CommunicationCollaborationJudgment

Certifications & Qualifications

Master's Degree or Higher

Industry Keywords

Geothermal ProgramEnergy PolicyClean Energy MarketsMultilateral Climate InitiativesWorkforce DevelopmentSupply ChainsTesting InfrastructureTechnical CollaborationsInternational Energy PolicyStakeholder Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute CATF's long-term strategy for the Geothermal Program
Translate strategic priorities into measurable outcomes through planning, project oversight, resource allocation, and delivery
Lead, mentor, and develop a multidisciplinary team of staff and consultants
Build organizational capabilities and support career growth across the program
Convene and build trusted partnerships across industry, government, academia, philanthropy, and civil society
Advance policies, financing mechanisms, market conditions, and technical collaborations to commercialize next-generation geothermal technologies
Address commercialization barriers including permitting, workforce development, supply chains, standards, and testing infrastructure
Represent CATF through executive briefings, conference presentations, media engagement, publications, congressional testimony, and domestic and international forums
Elevate the visibility and influence of the program's technical experts
Cultivate relationships with governments, investors, multilateral institutions, research organizations, and international partners
Partner with Development, Finance, and Operations teams to secure philanthropic support
Manage multimillion-dollar budgets and ensure strong operational execution

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master's degree or higher in business, energy systems, energy policy, engineering, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
10+ years of leadership experience in business development, policy development, technology development, energy innovation, or related fields
Demonstrated success leading complex initiatives in industry, government, nonprofit, academic, research, or other mission-driven environments
At least 3 years of people management experience
Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and driving outcomes through influence and formal authority
Demonstrated success building partnerships across industry, government, academia, philanthropy, and civil society
Exceptional written, verbal, public speaking, and stakeholder engagement skills
Ability to translate complex technical topics for non-technical audiences
Entrepreneurial mindset and ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and lead in evolving, ambiguous environments
Ability to collaborate successfully in a virtual work environment
Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 30%
Preferred: experience developing, drilling, constructing, operating, or commercializing geothermal or closely related subsurface energy projects
Preferred: understanding of technical, commercial, and operational challenges in geothermal or comparable subsurface energy projects
Preferred: experience raising philanthropic funding and managing multimillion-dollar program budgets
Preferred: familiarity with international energy policy, clean energy markets, or multilateral climate and energy initiatives
Preferred: experience advancing complex technology commercialization across regions and stakeholder groups

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible remote working environment
Collaborative and intellectually curious culture where diverse perspectives are valued
Benefits aligned to your country of employment
Excellent benefits package supporting employees' health, wellbeing, and financial security
Opportunity for cross-functional collaboration across CATF teams and external stakeholders
Mission-driven work advancing clean, firm energy and next-generation geothermal technologies