Job Description

Coordinator, Sustainable Biomaterials Collaborative & Sustainable Plastics Initiative

The Institute for Local Self-Reliance seeks a full-time talented professional to coordinate its Sustainable Plastics Initiative and the Sustainable Biomaterials Collaborative. The Sustainable Plastics Initiative is a project exploring the potential of bio-based plastics to substitute for petroleum-based products and packaging. The Sustainable Biomaterials Collaborative is a newly formed network of organizations working to advance the development and widespread adoption of sustainable biomaterials. These two projects complement each other.

• Working with the steering committee of the Sustainable Biomaterials Collaborative to coordinate the Collaborative's work (such as launching sustainable bioplastic purchasing guidelines and specifications, coordinating conference calls, performing targeted research, and communicating with other organizations);
• Maintaining web content for www.sustainablebiomaterials.org and www.sustainableplastics.org;
• Tracking and evaluating bioproduct companies and products;
• Documenting "model" early adopters using or promoting biobased products (e.g., composters or companies adopting sustainable biomaterial purchasing specifications);
• Exploring how the emerging bio-economy can be shaped into a homegrown economy that sustains local jobs and businesses;
• Tracking and documenting new market opportunities for sustainable biomaterials; and
• Communicating with businesses, institutions, and NGOs, and representing ILSR and the Collaborative.

• Min. 3 years work experience in the recycling/composting, plastics, biomass/agriculture, environmental/sustainability or related fields
• Excellent written, verbal, and facilitation skills
• Excellent computer and research skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to travel as necessary
• Experience working with a diverse group of stakeholders a plus

Salary commensurate with experience. Benefits include health, dental, life insurance, retirement plan, and generous leave time. This is a full-time position in ILSR's Washington, DC office. The Institute for Local Self-Reliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

August 29th. Applicants should send resume, professional references, writing or relevant work sample, salary requirements, and a cover letter by email or regular postal mail to:

Sustainable Biomaterials
Attn: Sarah Gilberg
Institute for Local Self-Reliance
927 15th Street, NW, 4th Floor, Washington, DC 20005
sgilberg@ilsr.org

No phone calls, please. Qualifying applicants will be contacted.