Project Manager - Methane

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Summary

Join us at a pivotal moment for climate action. As Project Manager for the Subnational Methane Action Coalition (SMAC), you'll play a vital role in driving global efforts to reduce methane emissions and meet critical climate goals. This is a unique opportunity to collaborate with governments, experts, and partners around the world-shaping policy, sharing knowledge, and accelerating impactful solutions. If you're passionate about climate leadership and ready to make a tangible difference on a global stage, we'd love to hear from you.

About the role

The Project Manager - Methane will be responsible for leading the coordination of Climate Group's role within the Subnational Methane Action Coalition (SMAC). Working closely with internal colleagues, external partners, and subnational governments, the Project Manager will ensure the coordination, expansion, and delivery of SMAC; establish a thriving Community of Practice among SMAC members and partners; facilitate the development and implementation of methane action plans with technical partners; overseeing the development and delivery of an advocacy and communications strategy for the coalition; and organising key international and regional convenings. The Project Manager will ensure that the project progress is well tracked, and that detailed reports are produced in a timely manner. They will also work on the long-term growth and sustainability of the coalition.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Project management: Ensure that Climate Group delivers its obligations to SMAC, to a high quality, and in a timely manner.
• Coordination: Working closely with project team, partners, and subnational governments, lead the coordination of SMAC.
• Expansion: Working closely with colleagues, map and engage potential target jurisdictions for recruitment to SMAC.
• Delivery: Lead on developing and delivering a joint workplan for SMAC, and developing strategic partnerships for the coalition.
• Community of Practice: Lead on working closely with SMAC members and partners to set up a community of practice to share policy lessons on reducing methane emissions from priority sectors, including the waste sector.
• Technical support: Work with subnational governments and technical partners to facilitate the development and implementation of methane action plans.
• Advocacy and communications: Oversee the development of an advocacy and communications strategy to amplify the work of SMAC.
• International/ regional convenings: Lead on the organisation of key international and regional convenings to profile SMAC members' leadership on methane abatement.
• Business development: Working closely with colleagues, identify opportunities to grow and diversify our work on subnational methane abatement

About you

We value strengths and a passion for learning - if you meet most of the criteria below, we encourage you to apply.

Essential

• Proven experience and success in delivering high impact projects in the international climate action space.
• Strong understanding of climate change policy, with experience of working with government stakeholders and technical experts to deliver on the ground results.
• Highly organised, proactive, and excellent coordination and implementation skills.
• Excellent communications and interpersonal skills - including confidence in running meetings/ convenings with multiple stakeholders, leading discussions, communicating actions and key takeaways.
• Experience and expertise on grant and budget management, report writing and financial reporting, and business development.

Desirable

• Knowledge/ experience of working on methane mitigation, emissions reduction, and subnational governance.
• Experience working directly with subnational governments (states, provinces, or regions) on climate or environmental initiatives.
• Experience working in a global organization or multi-time zone and multi-lingual environment.
• Experience contributing to or developing advocacy strategies for international climate policy.
• Knowledge of international frameworks such as the UNFCCC, Global Methane Pledge, or Climate & Clean Air Coalition.

About Climate Group

Climate Group drives climate action. Fast. Our goal is a world of net zero carbon emissions by 2050, with greater prosperity for all.

We focus on systems with the highest emissions and where our networks have the greatest opportunity to drive change. We do this by building large and influential networks and holding organisations accountable, turning their commitments into action.

We share what we achieve together to show more organisations what they could do. We are an international non-profit organisation, founded in 2004, with offices in London, Amsterdam, Beijing, New Delhi and New York.

Climate Group is an international organisation, and we want to reflect that in our staff. People who work for us, and people who apply, need to feel heard, safe, and included. That is why we are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion throughout our application process and in our offices. We encourage applications from people of all ages, gender identities, sexual orientations, abilities, and ethnicities, as we value a wide range of experiences and perspectives.

Where you'll work

You'll be based in our London head office near Tower Bridge (SE1 2NQ), a 12-minute walk from London Bridge station and enjoy the benefits of flexible and hybrid working: 3 days in the office and 2 days from home.

As well as having excellent green credentials, our brand new open-plan workspace offers the ultimate flexibility for your working day, whether you're working collaboratively, hosting a hybrid meeting with your global colleagues, or need some focus time in an acoustic booth or at a standing desk. The building also offers a well-equipped gym, secure bike parking and showers.

Occasional international travel will be required.

What we offer

Our people are at the heart of what we do. You'll be joining a global community of bold, ambitious doers who are committed to driving climate action fast.

This is a full-time 24-month fixed-term contract (with the possibility of renewal).

The salary offered is £38,560 - £47,130 per annum, based on experience.

Beyond working alongside friendly, motivated colleagues who will support and challenge you, we offer a fantastic benefits package:

• Generous holiday allowance: 25 days annually, plus public holidays and 3 extra days for our Christmas to New Year closure
• 10% employer pension contribution: Non-contributory scheme available after three months' service
• Long-service reward: An additional day's holiday after three and six years with us
• Flexible and hybrid working: Supporting your work-life balance
• Comprehensive health benefits: Cash plan and private medical insurance after completing probation
• Family-first policies: Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave, plus support for fertility treatments
• Wellbeing perks: Monthly wellbeing allowance and Headspace membership
• Additional leave options: Paid leave for volunteering, moving house, and getting married
• Peace of mind: Life assurance from your first day
• Cycling support: E-bike and bike loan scheme up to £1,000
• Travel made easier: Season ticket and e-bike membership loan scheme
• Investing in you: Learning and development opportunities to help you thrive in a global, purpose-driven organisation

Apply now

Ready to make an impact? Apply now with your CV and a one-page cover letter that highlights how your experience and values align with our mission.

If you need further information, require the job advert in an accessible format, or need additional support at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact Jebi Rahman, Head of Global Implementation at [email protected].

The closing date for applications is midnight GMT on 6 May 2025. We'll be holding interviews on a rolling basis, therefore welcome and encourage early applications.

The requisite eligibility criteria, or work visa to work in the UK are a requirement for this position and no relocation and/or sponsorship costs will be borne by Climate Group.
Please note we will not be engaging recruitment agencies for this role.