Market Strategies Engagement Manager

Position Summary

The Market Strategies Engagement Manager serves as a subject matter expert on market-based strategies such as shareholder advocacy, corporate engagement, and standard setting, and supports the work by building relationships with Indigenous Peoples, leaders, and communities to identify and implement market-based strategies to further their self-determined priorities. This role primarily works with partners to set and initiate related strategy; in more limited instances they may work with a partner or coalition to set and implement related strategy across the lifespan of a larger campaign. This role also collaborates with other Tallgrass Institute staff to manage market-based engagements not tied to specific partner projects.

Minimum Qualifications

● Undergraduate degree ● 5 years of related experience ● Familiarity and experience working with Indigenous Peoples, their governance institutions, and/or organizations with demonstrable positive outcomes ● Experience and excellence in written and oral communication for different audiences ● Client-centered focus and approach to work ● Willingness to travel ○ Based on funding, needs, and strategy, the Market Strategies Engagement Manager can expect to travel 5-10 times per year. Tallgrass Institute is committed to promoting a balanced travel schedule for staff; staff should discuss needs, preferences, and opportunities with their supervisor. Preferred Qualifications ● Degree in law, human rights, public policy, or similar field Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities ● Knowledge: ○ Understanding and familiarity with Indigenous Peoples’ rights frameworks, tribal governance, and Indigenous Peoples advocacy ecosystem ○ Deep understanding of market-based advocacy tools and mechanisms such as shareholder 2 engagement, proxy voting, corporate dialogues, and responsible investor frameworks ○ Knowledge of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) metrics, reporting frameworks (such as GRI, SASB, and ISSB) and standard-setting processes that influence corporate behavior. ○ Awareness of U.S. SEC rules and trends in shareholder proposal policies that shape advocacy opportunities. ○ Understanding of Indigenous Peoples’ rights and rights frameworks such as the UNDRIP, ILO 169 and relevant international norms ●

Skills: ○ Ability to build and maintain trusting and authentic relationships with partners ○ Skilled at interpreting corporate disclosures and updates to inform actionable advocacy strategies ○ Strong written and verbal communication skills ○ Ability to gather, assess, and synthesize information to inform partners and set strategy ○ Skilled collaborator with the ability to maneuver work across multiple partners ○ Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and partner relationships ○ General computer literacy skills including proficiency with Google Workspace ●

Abilities: ○ Ability to work effectively both collaboratively as part of multiple teams and autonomously, and to seek support and direction as appropriate ○ Ability to work effectively in an all-remote team environment, including working independently, managing time, adhering to deadlines, and communicating effectively ○ Ability to display initiative and introduce innovations to accelerate progress toward strategic vision and mission ○ Willingness to learn new things

Position Responsibilities

● Cultivating and maintaining positive and trust-based relationships with Indigenous partners ○ Centering Indigenous Peoples’ self-determination and the values of respect and reciprocity to foster an environment of mutual trust and collaboration ○ Attending meetings and maintaining close communication with Indigenous leaders and communities, coalitions, and other partners to identify priorities and advance work ○ In line with strategy and resources, travel to relevant meetings, conferences, and forums to meet with partners and advance the work ● Maintaining expertise on market-based strategies to support partner priorities including shareholder advocacy, corporate engagement, and standard setting ○ Staying up to date on related trends to inform strategy (for example - rule changes with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), updates to the International Finance Corporation’s Sustainability Framework, and trends in shareholder proposals at annual general meetings) ● Collaborating across the Tallgrass Institute team to integrate additional expertise and support into projects ● Evaluating the landscape in line with partner priorities to identify strategic market-based advocacy opportunities, and working with partners to develop implementation plans ● Providing technical assistance to partners as they implement identified strategy ○ Completing research/tracking information on identified companies and other related entities ○ Providing preparatory and strategic support for partners prior to specific engagements, including writing briefs and talking points ○ Leveraging Tallgrass’ network of investors to open pathways for Indigenous-led initiatives, including facilitating Indigenous participation in shareholder advocacy and other corporate accountability mechanisms ● Managing broader market-based engagements not tied to specific partner projects ○ Identifying opportunities opportunities for engagement in line with strategy and capacity ○ Providing thorough research and analysis to inform strategy and producing written materials ○ Attending and participating in engagement meetings

$85,000 annually