Strategic Climate Policy Associate, Spain

European Climate Foundation; Madrid; Hybrid; EUR 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Full-time replacement position

Hybrid remote work in Madrid

Job summary

The European Climate Foundation is seeking an Associate for the Spain Programme to help advance decarbonisation policies and strengthen political support for climate action in Spain. The role involves cross-cutting work across policy, economy, politics and society, with a focus on strategic grantmaking and partner engagement.

We seek an intellectually curious, politically aware professional with 2-5 years of relevant experience, fluent in Spanish and English, and comfortable working across

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of relevant professional experience in public policy, advocacy or related fields.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to synthesize complex information.
• Fluency in Spanish and English, with excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support Spain Programme strategies across policy, politics and society.
• Identify opportunities, barriers and trends in climate action in Spain.
• Prepare strategic briefings and assessments for internal decisions.
• Build relationships with civil society, think tanks, policymakers and partners.
• Contribute to grantmaking strategies and review proposals.

Skills

Climate policy analysis

Strategic communications

Grantmaking

Public affairs

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

The European Climate Foundation is seeking an Associate for the Spain Programme to help advance decarbonisation policies and strengthen political support for climate action in Spain. The role involves cross-cutting work across policy, economy, politics and society, with a focus on strategic grantmaking and partner engagement.

We seek an intellectually curious, politically aware professional with 2-5 years of relevant experience, fluent in Spanish and English, and comfortable working across