Director, Climate-Smart Agriculture Policy

Environmental Defense Fund, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 143,000 - 153,000; Full time

Job summary

Environmental Defense Fund, Inc. seeks a Director of Agricultural Policy based in the Washington, DC area with a preference for hybrid work; fully remote work may be considered with travel to DC.

The role leads EDF’s global agricultural policy efforts to reduce nitrogen fertilizer use, methane emissions, and climate impacts, coordinating with AWF and senior leadership while building partnerships with government, industry and nonprofits.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience; Bachelor’s degree required.
• Deep expertise in agriculture and fertilizer use.
• Proven ability to lead complex programs across institutions and stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of strategies and workplans for agriculture policy.
• Engage trustees, donors, and EDF leadership to raise funds.
• Identify trends and devise strategies to address needs.
• Guide analysis of complex agriculture issues to reduce climate impacts.
• Coordinate with teams to align EDF priorities.
• Represent EDF in external fora on policy expertise.

Skills

Policy leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic planning

Team leadership

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree substitution

Job description

Environmental Defense Fund, Inc. seeks a Director of Agricultural Policy based in the Washington, DC area with a preference for hybrid work; fully remote work may be considered with travel to DC.

The role leads EDF’s global agricultural policy efforts to reduce nitrogen fertilizer use, methane emissions, and climate impacts, coordinating with AWF and senior leadership while building partnerships with government, industry and nonprofits.