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The Center on Global Energy Policy (CGEP) at Columbia University School of International Public Affairs (SIPA) seeks a senior development leader to help shape and execute the next phase of the Center’s growth, including a future comprehensive campaign. Reporting to Jason Bordoff, Founding Director, the Chief Development Officer (CDO) will be responsible for leading CGEP’s development effort across all contributed revenue, including leadership giving and annual support from individuals, the corporate partnership program, and foundation grantmaking.

CGEP stands as one of the world’s leading energy policy centers, combining rigorous, independent analysis with deep engagement across government, industry, finance, technology, philanthropy, and academia. As the global energy system undergoes a profound transformation driven by geopolitics, technological change, electrification, AI-driven power demand growth, and shifting industrial policy, CGEP is entering a period of ambitious expansion.

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Reporting to the Chief of Staff to the Founding Director, the Senior Administrative Manager will be responsible for providing high-level support to the Founding Director as well as implementing and managing a specific portfolio of critical work in support of the mission of the Center on Global Energy Policy (CGEP) at Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs. Furthermore, they will serve as a central point and resource for coordination between the Founding Director’s office and senior-level staff across CGEP, and manage important partnerships with administrative offices of key partners (e.g., high-level government officials, CEOs, etc.) for the Founding Director. The Senior Administrative Manager will also oversee all administrative matters related to the Founding Director’s office, including generating reports, managing processes, and facilitating coordination meetings. The responsibilities of this role encompass essential organizational and administrative functions, including project management and execution, strategic planning support, and implementation for key organizational initiatives.

A particular focus for the organization is the impact of issues of racism, environmental justice, gender equality, and inclusion in our energy system. The Center supports a culturally diverse, inclusive, and equitable work environment, reflected across our staffing, leadership, scholarship and operations.

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The Senior Director of Research is a key member of the senior leadership team of the Center on Global Energy Policy (CGEP) at Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs, reporting to the Founding Director. The role is primarily responsible for the day-to-day management of the organization’s research initiatives. The incumbent will also assist the Founding Director with setting and aligning strategic research priorities with CGEP’s core strategic mandate.

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