Ocean Policy Lead — Climate & Blue Carbon Strategy

Conservation International; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global environmental organization is seeking a Senior Manager for Ocean Policy to lead strategic initiatives aimed at achieving climate and policy goals. The role involves managing strategic policy initiatives, representing the organization at international meetings, and collaborating closely with various teams. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree and 5-7 years of relevant experience in international climate or ocean policy, with excellent communication and project management skills. This position requires frequent international travel and follows a hybrid work structure.

Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years of experience in international climate and/or ocean policy mechanisms.
• Strong organization and project management skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage strategic policy initiatives for CI’s Ocean Policy goals.
• Contribute to drafting and revision of CI ocean policy positions and documents.
• Support development and management of relationships with government representatives.

Skills

Organization skills

Project management

Time management

Communication skills

Understanding of climate policy

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

A global environmental organization is seeking a Senior Manager for Ocean Policy to lead strategic initiatives aimed at achieving climate and policy goals. The role involves managing strategic policy initiatives, representing the organization at international meetings, and collaborating closely with various teams. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree and 5-7 years of relevant experience in international climate or ocean policy, with excellent communication and project management skills. This position requires frequent international travel and follows a hybrid work structure.