The Clean Fight: Energy Storage Program Associate Manager

Who We Are

The Clean Fight (www.thecleanfight.com) is a not-for-profit accelerator dedicated to rapidly scaling climate solutions in New York State and beyond. Many of the technologies needed to address the climate crisis already exist–our mission is to ensure they are adopted quickly, equitably, and at scale. We design and implement models of adoption that identify actionable strategies for accelerating decarbonization, while supporting startups with tailored resources, customer and capital partner connections, and non-dilutive funding to drive deployments.

Our energy storage practice includes multiple programs, including the Energy Storage Deployment Accelerator currently in progress, the Energy Storage Capital Challenge completed in 2025, and a new deployment-focused program launching in 2026. These efforts are closely tied to New York’s energy storage innovation ecosystem and feature close partnerships with New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, New Energy New York, New York Battery and Energy Storage Technology Consortium, and others. The Clean Fight also runs concurrent programs within buildings decarbonization, including the Deployment Grant Fund, Empire Technology Prize and Affordable Housing Deployment Accelerator.

The Clean Fight is broadly supported by the NYSERDA, the U.S. Department of Energy, the U.S. Economic Development Administration, the Wells Fargo Foundation, Breakthrough Energy, and Builders Vision. We are a chapter of New Energy Nexus, a global nonprofit operating in the U.S., China, India, Southeast Asia, and East Africa. New Energy Nexus works toward a 100% clean energy economy for 100% of the population by supporting diverse entrepreneurs with funds, accelerators, and networks.

About the Role

The Energy Storage Program Associate Manager will collaborate with the Program Director and The Clean Fight team to design, manage and execute core programming across current and future initiatives. Responsibilities span the full program lifecycle, including startup sourcing and recruitment, selection process coordination, curriculum development, technical assistance provider management, event planning and delivery, engagement with startups and corporate partners, and related program services. This role will serve as a critical point of contact for cohort companies, ensuring strong day-to-day communication, while proactively identifying commercial, funding, and partnership opportunities across programs. 

This is a permanent role starting in December 2025. Candidates must commit to being available for both in-person and virtual events hosted by The Clean Fight. The Associate will report to the Program Director and work closely with the Head of Programs and Director of Business Development. The team operates under a flexible hybrid model, with in-person collaboration in the Manhattan office two days per week.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is passionate about helping to build businesses that are critical to the clean energy transition. Ideally,  the Associate has hands-on experience helping to scale growth stage companies and has knowledge of the energy storage or clean energy business sector. They thrive in an early-stage environment by being a fast learner willing to roll up their sleeves, self-motivated, solution-oriented, resourceful, and able to prioritize and multitask.

Key Responsibilities

• Co-lead execution of world-class global accelerator program(s), in collaboration with the Program Director for the energy storage space, focused on adding real and unique value to growth-stage startups
• Support strategic program planning and contribute to the design of new initiatives. Responsibilities may include defining the strategic focus of program topics, building high-level program roadmaps, identifying and cultivating recruitment channels, and ensuring events are designed and delivered to maximize company success 
• Conduct needs assessment and market mapping interviews with stakeholders from throughout the energy storage ecosystem
• Evaluate participant needs and help match companies to the right resources, partners, and opportunities
• Assess and monitor best practices in the accelerator world to understand what is and isn’t working and ensure we’re pioneering a best-in-class program design
• Coordinate and manage an inclusive startup selection process as necessary, including the development and management of the selection committee
• Manage core program execution, including hosting multiple in-person and virtual events
• Help build a strong expert network to support the program’s startups
• Serve as a key point of contact and provide ongoing support to participants throughout the program lifecycle

Our Ideal Candidate:

• Bachelor's Degree +
• 4+ years of experience working in accelerators or other organizations designed to help companies scale and/ or within startups directly helping them scale (e.g., sales, business development, product management, product marketing, or other relevant functional experience with a growth stage company; accelerator manager or associate; investor; consultant or investment banker, etc.) 
• Experience leading or supporting strategic or operational planning processes for multi-month programs or initiatives with internal and external stakeholders
• Strong track record supporting entrepreneurs and building communities among companies
• Ability to coordinate and execute large events, in partnership with event production resource 
• Proven project management in lean, complex, fast-paced environments 
• Experience in the clean energy world is helpful but not required.
• Work in energy storage and/or decarbonization is particularly relevant 
• Experience working in non-profit or government roles with a focus on clean energy, climate solutions, or similar also valued

Competitive compensation ($90,000-105,000 to start), adjusted according to experience. Generous benefits, including employer-paid health, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company contribution, and paid parental leave.

How to Apply

We value and celebrate diversity among our employees and in our movement. We are an equal opportunity employer - all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, family/marital status, or veteran status. To be considered, please submit your resume and a cover letter expressing why you’re right for the role in Workable by following this link: https://apply.workable.com/newenergynexus/j/3726781860/