Associate, Impact

CGC is a nonprofit investment firm that finances and originates clean energy, water, and resilient infrastructure projects to accelerate clean air, clean water, and affordable energy for communities across America.

We collaborate with the public and private sectors to bridge financing gaps and mobilize private capital into projects that deliver measurable economic and environmental impact at scale. Every dollar we invest is structured to multiply, generating durable returns for people, markets, and the environment.

Over the past decade, CGC has demonstrated the power of public-private investment by helping catalyze economic accelerators nationwide and mobilizing billions of dollars toward affordable clean energy and resilient infrastructure. Our model fills market gaps, unlocks private capital, and proves that economic growth and environmental progress can advance together.

A career at the CGC is grounded in impact. Our six core values guide how we invest and how we work together.

The Impact Associate will play a vital role in supporting CGC's mission by contributing to impact diligence, portfolio management, and market development activities. Working under the direction of the Senior Director of Impact and Investments, the Associate is responsible for supporting impact assessments and investment diligence, maintaining portfolio performance data, engaging developers and community stakeholders, and advancing research that informs CGC’s investment and market development strategies. The role also supports Customer and Impact team’s integration into organizational systems such as CRM and portfolio management.   

The salary range for this role is $117,715 – $132,549. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, and overall qualifications, and may vary from the stated range. This role is also eligible for a performance bonus.

CGC offers a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off, professional development opportunities, and a flexible hybrid work environment

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and throughout their employment. CGC does not currently sponsor employment visas and is unable to support work authorization that is time-limited or employer-restricted. 

• Bachelor’s degree and 4+ years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and directly related experience.
• 4+ years of experience in impact investing, climate and clean energy finance, economic development, management consulting, infrastructure, public policy, community development, or a related field. 
• Ability to travel up to 20% of the time.

 Analytical Skills 
 

• Ability to analyze quantitative and qualitative information.
• Strong Excel proficiency.
• Experience working with datasets, KPIs, and performance tracking.
• Ability to evaluate project, developer, and investment information. 

 Communication 

• Exceptional written communication skills.
• Ability to prepare executive summaries, memoranda, and presentations.
• Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical audiences.
• Experience synthesizing findings into written reports and presentations.

• Demonstrated interest in climate and clean energy solutions in rural communities, Tribal communities, and low income and disadvantaged (LIDAC) communities.