Associate, Climate Policy Practice

Climate Advisers, a growing mission-driven consulting firm, is seeking a smart, talented and self-motivated Associate or Senior Associate to join us in promoting climate-smart policies and solutions.

Position Overview:

The associate will have the opportunity to work with high-level policy makers and opinion leaders in the federal government, foundations, think tanks, environmental organizations, and corporations on cutting edge, innovative policy solutions to slow climate change, protect the world's tropical forests, and support low-emissions growth in developing countries.

Responsibilities:

75% Policy Work:

• Researching and writing high-impact policy briefs, background papers, and other materials
• Playing a central role within a small policy team to discuss and review policy areas and ideas
• Collaborating with internal and external peers on research and policy analysis
• Arranging, attending and participating in meetings with government officials, clients, and climate change stakeholders

25% Special Assistant to the CEO:

• Contributing to project proposals, partner development, and recruitment
• Playing a lead role in editing, cite-checking, and producing written materials
• Assisting with the organization of meetings and conferences, in collaboration with staff
• Working with website manager to oversee content of web pages and publications
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Truly exceptional academic achievement
• Discretion, creativity, maturity, intellectual curiosity, initiative, and good judgment
• Exemplary and proven communications skills in English, including writing and editing skills
• Strong knowledge of and passion for climate policy and action
• Ability to absorb and synthesize large amounts of information and data quickly
• Excels in an a rapidly changing and dynamic political and business environment
• Exceptional collaborative style
• Ability to work on small teams at a fast pace and under time constraints
• Flexibility and desire to take on new roles and responsibilities as the firm evolves
• Strong research skills using library and online resources
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Quantitative skills a considerable plus

Education and Experience:

• 1-2 years practical experience in climate policy strongly preferred
• Bachelors or Masters degree
• Strong preference given to graduates of highly competitive programs in economics, international relations, environmental studies, or political science

For additional information about the position, the firm, and how to apply, please click here.

To Apply:

Applications including a cover letter describing your interest and qualifications, your resume (in Word or pdf format), and a writing sample should be sent via email. Please type "Associate" and your name (Last, First) as the only contents in the subject line of your e-mail.