Remote Climate & Oceans Campaigner: Policy & Coalition Lead

Friends of the Earth U.S.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 63,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

37.5-hour work week

Employer-paid health coverage

Generous paid time off

Retirement plan with company match

Professional development support

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Friends of the Earth U.S. is seeking a Campaigner to advance climate justice through rigorous analysis, policy advocacy, and coalition-building on geoengineering issues.

The role blends research, strategic communication, and project management to support campaign objectives. The position involves drafting public comments, coordinating with coalition partners, and preparing materials for international treaty discussions.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of professional experience in advocacy, public policy, environmental campaigns, coalition building, community organizing, government relations, or a related field.
• Ability to analyze and synthesize interdisciplinary research including scientific, legal, or policy information.
• Strong written communication skills in English for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Understanding of campaign strategy and how social change is achieved.
• Excellent relationship-building and collaboration across diverse constituencies.
• Strong organizational, project management, and time management skills.
• Commitment to environmental protection, climate justice, and social justice.
• Willingness to travel approximately 3–4 times per year domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Analyze proposed marine and solar geoengineering initiatives by considering scientific, environmental, legal, and policy factors.
• Draft technical analyses, public comments, briefing papers, and advocacy materials with feedback incorporated.
• Coordinate advocacy activities related to geoengineering proposals and regulatory processes.
• Translate complex scientific and policy issues into clear information for policymakers, partners, and the public.
• Develop analyses and interventions for international treaty and governance processes.
• Coordinate outreach with international partners and member organizations.
• Monitor policy developments and identify opportunities that support campaign priorities.
• Represent the organization in meetings, working groups, and international forums as assigned.
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with coalition partners, scientists, community groups, and others.
• Prepare reports, fact sheets, presentations, blogs, and digital content for diverse audiences.
• Support coalition initiatives with information sharing and partner engagement.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen partnerships advancing campaign goals.
• Maintain records, manage documentation and expense reporting, and assist with grant proposals.

Skills

Advocacy analysis

Public policy analysis

Written communication

Stakeholder engagement

Campaign strategy

Coalition building

Project management

Collaboration across diverse constitu

Job description

Friends of the Earth U.S. is seeking a Campaigner to advance climate justice through rigorous analysis, policy advocacy, and coalition-building on geoengineering issues.

The role blends research, strategic communication, and project management to support campaign objectives. The position involves drafting public comments, coordinating with coalition partners, and preparing materials for international treaty discussions.