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Program Overview - Oceans
Our vision is to create thriving, resilient oceans within our lifetimes that provide more fish in the water, more food on the plate, and more prosperous fishing communities, even in the face of climate change. We seek to reduce global overfishing by 30% by 20205 in order to have 50 percent more fish in the sea and improve the well-being of 400 million vulnerable people worldwide by 2030.
We cannot achieve this goal without China, which is by far the world's largest producer and consumer of seafood, responsible for nearly 20 percent of the global fish catch. However, rapid economic growth along China's coast over the last 40 years has imposed significant cost on the country's coastal and marine environment. Meanwhile, the country's distant water fleet has grown into the world's largest, harvesting fish from around the world, including places where governance is weak and overfishing is occurring. China's leaders today are looking to create an ecological civilization, restoring ecological balance while maintaining sustainable levels of productivity and profitability. China is also seeking to promote environmentally sustainable development regionally and globally by building partnerships with NGOs, academia, industry and other countries through its Belt and Road Initiative. We believe China can not only restore its own oceans to health and abundance, but that it can use its growing influence to create a shift toward oceans sustainability worldwide.
Overall Function
The China Oceans Director will be a marine expert based in Beijing and responsible for developing and implementing strategies to achieve EDF's vision for sustainable oceans, reporting directly to the Vice President of Oceans, Asia Pacific. S/he will also support EDF's Vice President for China in maintaining and growing the strength of EDF's political position and relationships with national and local policymakers in China to enable us to achieve Oceans Program goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the execution and evolution of a strategy, in collaboration with the VPs for Oceans and China, to achieve EDF's vision for sustainable oceans, build awareness of EDF's mission, and develop relationships with decision-makers, opinion-leaders, institutions and others who can help us advance our goals
- Manage resources and capacities to execute our China oceans strategy successfully, including by managing financial resources in the China oceans project budget, China oceans staff and consultants, EDF's reputation in China and beyond, and other available resources
- Represent EDF's oceans program in China to policy-makers, influential advisors to the government, industry and community stakeholders, partners, and the media
- Recruit and hire staff, consultants, and partners, and develop and execute partnership and consulting contracts necessary to execute our strategy successfully
- Developing and communicating proposals, plans and progress reports to donors and government agencies verbally and in writing
- Represent the China oceans project in interactions with other EDF departments, within and outside the Oceans Program, including Development, Communications, the Chief Scientist's office, the Chief Economist's office, etc., in partnership with EDF's China Program leadership
Qualifications
- Must be able to manage significant budgets (e.g., up to US$3 million/year), staff (e.g., up to 10 people), and important relationships (e.g., with government officials, industry organizations, academic experts, partner institutions, and the media)
- Experience communicating persuasively to audiences in government, industry, academia, and the media; can clearly communicate verbally and in writing complex and subtle issues; fluency in Mandarin and English a must
- An ocean expert, preferably with an advanced degree in marine ecology, who understands the relationship between marine resource management and social, economic, and political concerns
- Must be able to operate strategically in a political environment, be familiar with international and national political dynamics and understand how government works internationally and within China at the national and local levels
- Must also exemplify the following characteristics: ethical and honest, inspires trust; diligent and responsible, gets job done; optimistic and pragmatic, determined to achieve big things; collegial and collaborative, draws on resources across EDF engages partners in a respectful way; and comfortable with Western culture
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EDF seeks a 2-year post-doctoral fellow to join an interdisciplinary team working to develop and disseminate tools for conducting "hyperlocal" air quality assessments patterned on the work of EDF and partners using Google Street View cars or dense stationary monitoring networks. In the last four years, EDF has convened partnerships to collect and analyze datasets in the San Francisco Bay Area, Houston, London and Salt Lake City. We just initiated work on a project to derive hyperlocal insights from similar measurements in Chinese cities. We are turning our attention to integrating the learning from these projects and to developing easily implementable analysis and visualization tools to catalyze similar efforts in other cities around the world. We also seek to enable widespread access to and use of similar datasets through an open data platform, the Air Quality Data Commons.
Program Overview
The Office of Chief Scientist is the nexus of science at EDF, ensuring that the science that is the backbone for EDF policy positions is based on the best available information. To be most effective in this role the Office of Chief Scientist provides programmatic support for all scientists at EDF and fosters relationships with scientists outside the organization.
The 2-year fellowship can begin immediately. The selected candidate will belong to a cohort of EDF post-docs that receive professional development training through mentoring and workshops, with an emphasis on sustainability leadership.
Overall Function
Reporting to the Associate Chief Scientist, the post-doctoral fellow will work at the interface of science and policy with EDF's existing team of scientists, health and policy experts, and external research collaborators to investigate hyperlocal air pollution datasets and help translate this new data into future actions to reduce air pollution to improve health.
Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities of this Fellow will include but are not limited to:
- Analyze and interpret hyperlocal air pollution data to identify and characterize emission sources that give rise to fine-scale air pollution hotspots.
- Develop quantitative metrics that enable comparison of fine-scale air pollution data across communities.
- Recommend sampling strategies to optimally characterize community air quality while identifying hot spots.
- Create automated algorithms to visually present spatially explicit measurements and quantify the influence of hot spots on ambient exposures.
- Evaluate attributes of traffic activity datasets and conduct integrative analyses with air quality datasets.
- Become familiar with and keep up-to-date on the relevant scientific and policy literature and synthesize and disseminate that information for EDF scientists and specialists in environmental policy and law.
- Draft papers for publication in peer-reviewed journals, and reports/fact sheets/blog posts for general audiences on the topic of focus where appropriate.
- The fellow is encouraged to pursue projects and collaborations in her/his own areas of interest.
- This position may require some work-related travel.
Qualifications
- A recent Ph.D. (preferably from Princeton University) in Atmospheric Science, or a relevant specialty in the natural sciences, engineering, or environmental studies.
- Experience conducting air quality research in China and fluency (reading, writing and speaking) in Mandarin Chinese is a plus but not required, as the Fellow will be working with Chinese researchers and EDF's Beijing team.
- A track record of relevant research including peer-reviewed publications and presentations at scientific conferences.
- Demonstrated excellence in rigorous scientific analyses, and in oral and written communication of scientific concepts to general audiences.
- Intellectual agility and comfort working in an inter-disciplinary setting and learning new skills (on-the-job training will be provided to familiarize the successful candidate with media and policy skills and issues).
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, as well as to collaborate effectively with diverse colleagues.
- A passion for environmental protection.
- Interest in interpreting research findings for policy applications.
- Strong quantitative skills (statistical analysis, modeling, spatial analysis) with proficiency in one or more of the following: statistical software (e.g. "R"), SQL databases (e.g. PostgreSQL, Google BigQuery) and SQL scripting, JavaScript programming, and manipulation of spatial data sets using Python scripting (e.g. arcpy or open source equivalent).
- Willingness to travel internationally and work across different time zones.
Location
The preferred location for this position is Austin, TX, but other EDF offices may be considered.
Term
This is a 2-year Fellowship.
Application Materials
To apply to this position, please attach a resume, a cover letter, a work sample, and a copy of your unofficial transcript.
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EDF offers internships and fellowships for students and recent graduates in a variety of programs and departments throughout the organization. The ultimate goal of our internship and fellowship program is to provide high-quality experiences (including relevant projects and opportunities for networking) that form the foundation for any individual who is serious about pursuing an environmental career.
Program Overview
The Coastal Resilience program aims to build more resilient coastal communities and ecosystems by promoting the use of natural infrastructure solutions (including wetlands, barrier islands, oyster reefs, restored floodplains, etc.) in local, state, and federal climate change adaptation strategies in order to reduce the impacts of riverine and coastal flooding.
The Coastal Resilience team is currently tracking investments to design and implement natural infrastructure projects in Louisiana and North Carolina and is identifying additional states in which to work. In support of the states, it is important to better understand federal legislation that seeks to invest financial resources in resilience. Similarly, many states are leading the country in resilience and adaptation and better understanding states' best management practices that can be adopted by other states is needed.
Through this work, the intern will gain experience in learning about the variety of natural infrastructure solutions currently available, major sources of funding for coastal resilience, champions for greater federal investment in resilience, and ecosystem restoration work taking place around the country.
Reporting to
Director, State-Federal Policy & Affairs, Ecosystems
Overall Function
The State-Federal Legislative Research Intern will provide research support and analysis to identify state and federal legislation that advances the program's strategic goals.
Key Responsibilities
Tasks will include but are not limited to:
- Research major state and federal programs that support natural infrastructure projects as well as those that support resilience, more broadly
- Research federal legislation that targets natural infrastructure and resilience
- Research state legislation and executive orders that drive resilience and preparedness against flooding along coastal and riverine ecosystems
- Assess which programs are of appropriate and sufficient size, scope, and transparency for readily identifying annual investment in natural infrastructure
- Assist with other research requests as needed and as time allows
Qualifications
- Undergraduate studies in environmental sciences, coastal science, ecology, resource economics, government or other related field is required.
- Proficiency in web-based computer applications and standard desktop-based software, including the Microsoft Suite.
- Demonstrated proficiency in independently developing ideas, researching and pursuing leads, conducting web searches, and querying databases.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Must be well organized, motivated, and detail-oriented.
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work in a diverse and geographically dispersed team setting and work independently to meet deadlines.
- Demonstrated initiative and problem solving skills.
- Demonstrated interest in climate adaptation a plus.
Location
Washington, DC
Compensation
This internship would involve either compensation for work paid at a rate competitive with leading non-profits or academic credit. Students are encouraged to seek academic credit or funding through their college/university and EDF will ensure that any and all paperwork needed to secure academic credit is completed.
Hours
Full-time, 35 hours per week, or part-time, 15-20 hours per week
Term
8-10 weeks, Spring 2020
Application Materials
To apply, please attach a Resume and Cover letter to your application.
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Location: Boston, MA but flexible of other EDF offices
Climate Corps (www.edfclimatecorps.org) is a network of professionals united to advance climate solutions. This network is grounded in an innovative summer fellowship program which embeds trained graduate students in companies, cities and universities to accelerate and advance climate and energy goals. Since the program's launch in 2008, Climate Corps fellows have uncovered over $1.6 billion dollars in energy savings for participating organizations. With a network of over 2,200 professionals, Climate Corps seeks to accelerate the transition to a low-carbon energy system by inspiring and empowering leaders.
Overall Function
The Program Associate will play a key role in advancing the recruitment campaign to attract highly qualified graduate students to the Climate Corps fellowship program. Under supervision of the Senior Manager, EDF Climate Corps and working closely with the Fellow Recruitment Project Manager, the Program Associate will help to ensure a seamless and productive recruitment season by assisting with communications to universities and prospective applicants, supporting the screening and selection process and coordinating across the Climate Corps team. Additionally, the Program Associate will help support event logistics for the fellow training in May and will help coordinate EDF-paid fellow onboarding.
Key Responsibilities
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Help to coordinate and schedule fellow recruitment events, assist in developing content for prospective applicant communications, monitor the application inbox and respond to applicant inquires as necessary, track recruitment activities and execute other related activities such as assisting in the design of recruitment materials.
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Support the development of fellow application screening and selection criteria, coordinate with program staff and consultants to identify, collect and share project information with fellow applicants, coordinate mail merges and other mass communications, report on and edit data in Salesforce, coordinate logistics for and participate in matching meetings and support other matching processes as necessary.
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Support logistical arrangements for fellow training event by assisting the events team with conducting pre-event site visits, coordinating guest lists and materials, supporting staff with catering and meeting set ups, providing on-site event and other support as needed.
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Coordinate with Human Resources on fellow payroll and reimbursement processes, track fellow travel reimbursements and troubleshoot issues as necessary.
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Manage a portfolio of 5-10 summer fellowships while maintaining accompanying host relationships.
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Participate in key fellowship processes including host recruiting, fellow recruitment presentations, project implementation check-ins, feedback surveys and after-action reviews.
Qualifications
Required qualifications for this position include:
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Highly organized self-starter with a passion for environmental issues.
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Excellent written and oral communication skills.
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Ability to oversee details of complex projects with high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
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Strong project management skills including demonstrated ability to use independent judgement to plan, prioritize and organize a diversified workload.
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Ability to organize data, information and files in a thoughtful manner.
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Ability to work both independently and as part of a highly collaborative and geographically dispersed team in a fast-paced, dynamic, and professional environment.
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Ability to work with colleagues and partners of varied backgrounds and experience, and an interest in contributing to the program's Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts.
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Proficiency in the use of PCs and the Microsoft Office suite of software (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
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Willingness to travel (~15% of the time).
Preferred qualifications include:
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Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
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2+ years of relevant work experience.
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Basic knowledge of the business implications of climate and energy issues.
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Proficiency with Salesforce.com and Microsoft SharePoint.
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Overall FunctionThe Environmental Defense Fund Europe's Shipping team seeks a Research Analyst to join our London office on a 1 year fixed term contract contribute to our work on the decarbonisation of international shipping. This is an interesting and challenging opportunity for a talented individual to engage with innovation and policies aimed at accelerating transition of the shipping sector and deployment of zero-emission technologies. You will be working to directly influence policy developments at UK, EU and international level, making sure the industry becomes a champion in decarbonisation and clean development. As a member of the Global Climate Programme in London, you will engage with policymakers, industries and delegates. You will conduct research and assist with the preparation of proposed policies. You will also participate in meetings and workshops, some of which may be abroad. Key Responsibilities
- Closely follow and keep up to date with developments in relation to shipping and carbon markets at the UK, EU and international level, and identify opportunities for influence.
- Write papers summarising research for a broader audience, along with public communications including presentations, Op-Ed pieces and blog posts.
- Perform networking and scoping duties to build and manage relationships with decision-makers in key bodies and agencies as well as with other stakeholders (industries charities, research organisations etc.).
- Assist with advocacy activities at UN, EU and UK level.
- Investigates and analyzes current shipping activities and EU decarbonisation matters involving the use of professional knowledge.
- Carry out dedicated research, including qualitative and quantitative analysis, producing internal or external memos, briefings, policy papers and presentations.
- Assist with timely in-house analyses for Programme staff, EDF executive team and other programmes throughout the organisation, and help with preparation of funding proposals and presentations.
- Help manage our social media accounts and EDF Europe's website.
- Apply excellent organisational, communication and planning skills.
- Represent EDF Europe at meetings and conferences when is necessary alone or with a senior staff of the programme.
Qualifications
- Educated to undergraduate degree level in environmental science, political science, economics, law or related fields and relevant professional experience.
- Knowledge of UK and EU legislative processes and experience of policy analysis.
- Familiarity with UK and EU climate policies and with recent climate-related developments at UN level.
- Prior experience working in environmental policy is desirable - demonstrated commitment to environmental values is essential.
- Proven ability in researching new topics and communicate complex ideas.
- Proven ability in investigating and analyzing relevant policy areas for the use of professional knowledge.
- Demonstrate ability in applying knowledge to help problem sole, requiring independent thinking.
- Demonstrate strategic thinking when dealing with complex ideas.
- Excellent time management, personal organisation and attention to detail to positively impact the timeliness, accuracy, and completeness of Climate programme goals.
- Meets deadlines and carries our responsibilities in a timely and effective manner.
- Excellent research and analytical skills.
- Excellent writing skills and fluency in English.
- Ability to work with colleagues and stakeholders of varied levels and experience.
- Ability to support a multi-disciplinary team, using independent judgment required to plan, prioritise, and organise diversified workload.
- Excellent interpersonal and networking skills and the ability to represent EDF Europe in high level meetings.
- Proficient in Microsoft Outlook.
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Overall FunctionThe Program Coordinator is a key member of the Political Affairs team, which is based in the Washington, D.C. office. The Program Coordinator is responsible for all administrative support for the Senior Vice President (SVP) of Political Affairs, and the Associate Vice President, Political Affairs. Independent judgment is important and required to plan, prioritize and organize your workload within this busy program. Ideal candidates are driven self-starters with the ability to grasp administrative processes quickly and work well within a team. This is an excellent opportunity to use core business and administrative skills. The Program Coordinator reports to the Senior Specialist, Operations, Political Affairs. Key Responsibilities
- Responsible for all administrative tasks including travel planning, preparing expense reimbursements, scheduling and all additional administrative tasks necessary to support the Senior Vice President, and Associate Vice President.
- Manage program's legislative database including tracking of all congressional meetings, letter requests and program's progress toward goals.
- Attend internal and external meeting and be able to document, identify and track key takeaways, next steps, including research needs.
- Coordinate with the program's financial analyst on administering contractual agreements for consultants, including working with program staff and consultants to ensure the obligations of contracts are fulfilled and invoices are submitted in a timely fashion.
- Apply excellent organizational, communication, and planning skills by responding to requests for information, helping to coordinate activities and projects for the legislative team and preparing correspondence as needed.
- Manage other administrative tasks associated with staff, including logistics, office needs, and telecommunications.
Qualifications
- A minimum of two years' work experience in office administration and a Bachelor's degree, or a Master's degree with 0-1 year of work experience in office administration.
- Creativity, energy, and the ability to multi-task and get work done under pressure.
- Excellent organizational and administration skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Superior skills in MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint.
- Presence, confidence and integrity.
- Ability and willingness to work as a strong team player, while at the same time able to work independently and as a self-starter.
- An understanding of and commitment to Environmental Defense Fund's mission of protecting the natural environment and limiting humankind's impact on the planet.
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Overall Function
The Economist will conduct and direct economic analysis to help shape the Ecosystem's program policy positions, support its advocacy and provide strategic input and content to guide planning and execution of Ecosystem program efforts. While focusing on the Ecosystems program work, the Economist will report to the Office of the Chief Economist (OCE) and participate in broader economic work at EDF. The Ecosystems work is centered on three main programs all of which share the theme of increasing resilience - Water, Working Lands and Coastal Protection. Initially, the Economist will focus on economic elements related to the practice and policy of Water and Working Lands programs. Analysis products will include original publishable research, "in-house" analyses to guide staff and partners, as well as white papers aimed at policy makers, journalists, and the public at large.
The Economist will be based in San Francisco or Sacramento, California. S/he will report to a Senior Economist or the Chief Economist, and will work with other economists, natural scientists, Ecosystems staff, and policy specialists throughout EDF. S/he may also have managerial responsibilities for more junior staff, consultants, and project budgets.
Key Responsibilities
- Working with the Chief Economist, other staff and collaborators to identify long-term research needed to inform and support the organization's advocacy;
- Working with junior staff on analyses of issues related to environmental policy;
- Supervising and mentoring junior EDF staff;
- Overseeing research projects conducted by other organizations for EDF (e.g., universities and outside contractors);
- Conducting original economic research on topics broadly relevant to the work of EDF;
- Interpreting, translating, and summarizing relevant economic information for EDF and partner staff and broader audiences, perhaps including public communications, congressional testimony, Op-Eds, articles, and blog posts;
- Working with EDF's development team, including communicating with donors and foundations and writing proposals to secure funding;
- Participating in the development of public positions taken by Environmental Defense Fund;
- Establishing, developing, and supporting connections between EDF and the academic and research community, public and other organizations in the field;
- Representing EDF at public meetings including policy makers, academic conferences and workshops, gatherings of advocacy organizations, and the general public and presenting as applicable.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Economics or related discipline (e.g., Environmental, Agricultural and Resource Economics or Public Policy)
- Familiarity with the empirical and theoretical literature on environmental economics, in particular the design of regulatory policy (e.g. instrument choice)
- Interest in relating economic research to real-world policy and in bridging the worlds of advocacy and academia
- Proven ability to conduct cutting-edge research
- Ability to deploy a diversity of analytical approaches, theoretical and/or econometric studies to back-of-the- envelope analyses;
- Ability to convey economic concepts to non-economists
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to work in a team
- Self-direction and independence of mind
Preferred Qualifications
- At least two years of experience in policy and/or research, though more senior applicants are also strongly encouraged to apply
- Ability to manage staff and projects involving multiple people
Application Materials
- Please attach a cover letter as part of your application.
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EDF offers internships and fellowships for students and recent graduates in a variety of programs and departments throughout the organization. The ultimate goal of our internship and fellowship program is to provide high-quality experiences (including relevant projects and opportunities for networking) that form the foundation for any individual who is serious about pursuing a career in environmental law.
Environmental Defense Fund's U.S. Clean Air team seeks a highly qualified and deeply motivated legal fellow to work on projects related to climate change, air quality, and energy.
Program Overview
The U.S. Clean Air team envisions a world in which people from all backgrounds and experiences feel connected to the environmental challenges we face and are engaged in creating durable, equitable solutions. We are dedicated to achieving that vision in our work, helping achieve clean air for all. The U.S. Clean Air team works out of the Washington, D.C., and Boulder, CO offices.
Legal Fellows on the U.S. Clean Air team contribute meaningfully to the team's work securing clean air and climate protections. We aim to make our Legal Fellows' experience relevant, challenging, and rewarding. Our Legal Fellows have directly contributed towards landmark cases over the years and have supported activities including: U.S. Supreme Court litigation, D.C. Circuit litigation over greenhouse gas regulation under the Clean Air Act, major international agreements and guidelines regarding trans-boundary pollution control programs in the U.S./Mexico border region, and projects that work towards ensuring protections for low-income and vulnerable communities from air pollution.
Reports to
Senior Attorney, US Climate Legal and Regulatory
Overall Function
The Legal Fellow will work in collaboration with attorneys and policy experts on EDF's U.S. Clean Air team, as well as other colleagues across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Tasks may include but are not limited to:
- Conduct legal and factual research on climate and clean air issues.
- Contribute to litigation filings and administrative comments advocating for public health and environmental protections.
- Assess the impacts of recent court decisions on U.S. Clean Air team priorities.
- Evaluate the health and environmental implications of pending legislation.
- Draft public-facing documents such as fact sheets and blog posts about legal issues.
- Represent EDF at public hearings before government agencies.
- Provide other support to the team's litigation efforts and regulatory advocacy.
Qualifications
- Licensed to practice law or actively seeking admission to a Bar, with background in environmental and administrative law.
- Excellent legal research skills.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to collect, analyze, and apply data and prepare reports of findings.
- Strong ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external allies.
- Results-oriented, self-starter with the ability to think strategically and work on fast-paced, dynamic issues.
- Ability to work both independently and as a leader or member of teams in a dynamic and creative environment with colleagues and partners of varied background and experience. Able to prioritize and be flexible.
Location
Washington, DC
Term
The term for the Legal Fellow position is one year, starting Summer, 2020.
Application Materials
Interested applicants should attach their cover letter and resume to the EDF application, together with a writing sample, unofficial law school transcript, and list of three references. In your cover letter, please describe your interest in environmental law and policy work, relevant completed course work.
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Overall Function Responsible for supporting the Compensation Manager in all matters relating to compensation. The Compensation Analyst will assist in the analysis and administration of employer compensation programs and with data management and integrity associated with compensation. S/he will evaluate jobs, participate in compensation surveys, and perform associated analyses. Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain a position description library for all filled and open positions in the organization. Collaborate with HR team and reach out to managers as needed to improve or update existing descriptions.
- Support Merit Cycle initiatives with data analytics and data quality checks.
- Ad hoc compensation reporting to support information requests.
- Prepare company data for salary surveys to support the ongoing improvement of organization compensation programs and objectives.
- Keeps apprised of federal, state and local compensation laws and regulations to support company compliance.
- Review jobs for FLSA testing and compliance initiatives.
- Additional projects as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required (Business Administration, Human Resources, Finance, Math, Accounting).
- CCP or similar certification.
- 2+ years work experience in Compensation.
- Excellent analytical skills.
- Very strong Excel skills.
- Proficient with MS Office Word, PowerPoint, and HRIS systems.
- Experience with Workday preferred.
- Exposure to international compensation.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proficient with compensation research and data analysis and external market data analysis.
- Positive attitude.
- Ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
- Ability to manage confidential data.
- Knowledge of HR-related laws and regulations (FLSA).
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Overall Function Environmental Defense Fund is seeking a Senior Assistant who will provide administrative and program support for the Associate Vice President, Government Affairs and Associate Vice President, Political Affairs. The Senior Assistant will be an experienced administrative professional who can provide complex administrative support for the team by performing difficult and specialized administrative and technical responsibilities. Key Responsibilities
- Prepare written materials, respond to information requests, and help coordinate and track activities.
- Attend internal meetings and be able to document, identify and track key takeaways, next steps, including resources or research needs.
- Collaborate on preparation and distribution of reports and other written materials.
- Communicate effectively with internal and external contacts.
- Actively promote and ensure clear communications with internal staff at all levels.
- Manage schedules, organize meetings, conference calls and video conferences for the Vice President, Political Affairs and Senior Director, Campaigns.
- Make decisions on routine tasks and assignments.
- Solve moderately complicated problems using independent thinking and knowledge in both routine and specialized projects.
- Process expense and American Express reports and submit program-related invoices.
- Administer contracts for consultants and work with Finance to ensure timely payments of contracts.
- Maintain well-organized and accessible electronic and paper files.
- Coordinate projects to ensure deliverables are given within specified timeframe.
Qualifications
- At least 4 years of work experience in fast-paced, detail-oriented environment.
- Meticulous attention to detail and organizational abilities.
- Excellent oral and written communications ability.
- Strong research skills.
- Ability to work independently, and successfully handle and prioritize diverse tasks simultaneously.
- Interest in environmental advocacy is preferred.
- Proficiency in the use of IBM PCs and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.).
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Austin, Raleigh and New York are preferred but open to other locations.
Overall Function
The HRIS Manager partners with HR Directors and their clients to analyze Workday process design and flow, improve processes and leverage the return on technological capabilities. The HRIS Manager builds project plans, ensures adherence to project schedules, maintains a systems orientation and can work effectively with peers to set technology priorities and conduct long-term planning. This position also serves as a technical point-of-contact for assigned functional areas, testing of system changes, report writing and analyzing data flows, annual process configurations, dashboard preparation, and assists subject matter experts with ensuring data integrity. The HRIS Manager reports to the Director, Compensation, Benefits and Workforce Analytics.
Essential Functions
- Develops collaborative and productive relationships with HR functional leaders, IT partners and various Operational teams to effectively prioritize and execute human resources technology needs, including the development of proper training and documentation.
- Provides production support, including configuration of annual processes, e.g., Open Enrollment, Annual Merit, and Performance Management.
- Researches and resolves Workday unexpected results or process flaws; recommending solutions or alternate methods to meet requirements.
- Generates reports/queries, including writing, maintaining and supporting a variety of reports or queries utilizing advanced reporting tools such as calculated fields, matrix and composite reports.
- Assists in development of standard reports for ongoing business needs.
- Helps maintain highest degree of data integrity in systems by running queries and analyzing data.
- Updates and maintains business processes and condition rules.
- Performs system maintenance, including assisting in the review, testing and implementation of Workday system upgrades. Collaborates with functional and technical staff to coordinate application of upgrade or fix. Documents process and results.
- Assists users within HR as needed to enable them to more effectively utilize all HR systems.
- Supports other HR systems with troubleshooting, reporting, and maintenance as needed.
Required Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree and at least 6 years of professional HR experience. Advanced degree may substitute for up to two years of experience.
- Expert level proficiency in Workday in several functional areas (HCM, Benefits, Time and Attendance, Advanced Compensation, Payroll, Talent, Performance Management).
- Minimum 3 years Workday experience working on an HRIS team or equivalent Workday consulting.
- Expertise in report writing including calculated fields, matrix reports and composite reporting.
- Fundamental knowledge of position management as it relates to HR systems.
- Solid knowledge of HR systems structure, functions and processes.
- Knowledge of project management methodologies.
- Highly organized, exceptional attention to detail, and possess the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong analytical, problem solving and mathematical skills.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel and Visio skills
- Experience working within a Global HR environment highly desired
- Knowledge of Workday security administration desired
- iCIMS experience preferred.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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Overall Function Provide leadership and strategic vision to achieve legislative objectives that advance EDF's advocacy goals across program areas. Specific legislative objectives include: preserve clean air rules; advance clean energy policies; lay the groundwork for bipartisan climate legislation; and block congressional efforts to weaken core environmental protections. Key Responsibilities
- Serve as an EDF lobbyist and build a strong network of relationships directly with members of Congress, as well as high-level personal office staff and key committee and leadership staff, with an emphasis on members of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus.
- Develop and implement strategies and plans tailored for member offices on climate related issues, such as infrastructure, public health and resilience, as well as comprehensive climate policy.
- Organize Hill briefings and events, including identifying and securing opportunities for EDF engagement.
- Coordinate across multiple environmental and energy programs to ensure Hill engagements are well coordinated and to build EDF's brand and political influence with lawmakers.
- Collaborate effectively with EDF's legal and regulatory team and external coalitions to advance a pro-environment agenda and block Congressional and executive branch attacks on our nation's bedrock environmental laws.
- Work closely with strategic partners and communications to help shape our policy-related communications and messaging strategies.
- Collaborate with external organizations, including other NGOs at the federal and state level and third-party validators to advance EDF's legislative goals. Collaborate with partner organizations and manage consultants.
- Assist with fundraising efforts, including writing high quality proposals and reports.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of Capitol Hill lobbying or related experience.
- Bachelor's degree required.
- Proven ability to communicate clearly, both written and oral.
- Knowledge of climate policy a plus.
- Familiarity with the NGO community and experience working with coalitions.
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Program Overview
EDF China Program has helped lay the groundwork for great ambition with the potential for tremendous impact in China. The next few years are a time when the rubber will meet the road. Resources in the next few years can make the difference between setting China on the path to lasting low carbon momentum or seeing some of our solid efforts threatened by backsliding. As the U.S. has ceded power for climate leadership on the international stage, China has started to step in. EDF China Program works in areas spanning climate, air quality, biodiversity, and cross-cutting initiatives.
Overall Function
The intern will join EDF's Global Strategy team in New York and assist managers and other EDF staff that are involved in EDF China's operation and Emissions Trading System-related projects. The intern's primary responsibilities will include - creating periodic news updates related to specific projects, translating documents and news articles from English to Chinese (or vice versa), and executing ad-hoc projects as assigned by the team members. The intern will learn about EDF's international operation and projects in China and develop practical skills to work in a bilingual and cross timezone environment.
Key Responsibilities
Tasks will include but are not limited to:
- Translate contents from English to Chinese (or vice versa) for different projects, including but not limited to subjects related to Emissions Trading Systems (ETSs), green supply chain, energy policies, and Chinese environmental and economic policies and initiatives.
- Help execute ETS research projects related to China's environmental development and international climate policies.
- Create periodic news update on China's national carbon market policies as well as other energy and environment-related development.
- Help gather data and information from both English and Chinese publications as required.
- Provide administrative support to team members as required such as note-taking, event preparation, etc.
Qualifications
- Ability to translate academic contents between English and Chinese within deadlines.
- Completed coursework in environmental studies, economics, social sciences, or international policies preferred.
- Demonstrated strong interest in learning about US-China environmental development
- General knowledge about China's environmental issues, climate change policies, and proposed instruments for environmental management (e.g. ETS, green supply chain, etc.)
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Must be well organized, motivated, and detail-oriented.
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work in a team setting and have the ability to work independently when projects are due.
- Demonstrated initiative and problem-solving skills.
- Applicants for internships should be currently enrolled in a relevant undergraduate or graduate program with at least two years of collegiate experience by the start of the internship.
- Proficient in English and Mandarin Chinese (Simplified Characters preferred)
Location
New York, NY
Term
3 months during Spring 2020
Compensation
This internship would involve either compensation for work paid at a rate competitive with leading non-profits or academic credit. Students are encouraged to seek academic credit or funding through their college/university and EDF will ensure that any and all paperwork needed to secure academic credit is completed.
Hours
Full-time, 35 hours per week, or part-time, 20 hours per week.
Application Materials
To be considered for an internship with the Environmental Defense Fund, please apply by submitting your resume and a cover letter. Please also indicate whether or not you are able to work for class credit and/or note any work-study or grant money you may be able to provide.
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Overall FunctionThe Senior Communications Specialist will assist the Senior Director, U.S. Climate Policy & Analysis and the Senior Director of Regulatory Strategy and work directly with experts in EDF’s Climate Program to implement and manage strategic communications plans in order to advance the goals of Environmental Defense Fund, helping to achieve policy objectives and maintain EDF’s leadership role across the country. The Senior Communications Specialist will often play the role of a generalist utilizing skill sets in basic graphic and web design, video editing, strategy and technical and persuasive writing. Position reports to the Communications Manager, Political Affairs & Climate, working directly in service to the communications needs of the Senior Director, U.S. Climate Policy & Analysis and the Senior Director of Regulatory Strategy. Key Responsibilities
- Execute policy-related communications strategies and draft policy-oriented blogs, op-eds, and other materials.
- Write press releases; produce talking points; produce and promote social media.
- Build and maintaining positive working relationships with targeted online, print and broadcast journalists, editorial writers and columnists; with particular emphasis on both policy-oriented outlets and state based general media.
- Researching and pitching EDF experts for thought-leading environment and energy-related speaking events across the country.
- Garnering, tracking and marketing earned media exposure in key media outlets
- Help to maintain electronic files, including media lists, press clips, collateral, etc.
- Execute offline and online strategic communications plans for campaign and program activities and for targeted branding efforts in key states.
- Respond to breaking news and legislative events.
- Execute long-term strategic communications planning, and drive forward the implementation of advocacy-oriented communications plans.
- Manage vendors and collaborate with coalition partners.
- Other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor degree, with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience developing, managing, and executing communications strategies preferably in the advocacy context.
- Excellent writing, proofing and editing skills.
- Background or strong knowledge of climate and energy policy.
- Proficiency with social media tools and outlets.
- Practical, real-world experience in environmental media and communications or climate/energy policy.
- Experience working on local and/or statewide press outreach a plus.
- Basic graphic and web design and video editing experience a plus.
- Experience managing contractors (i.e. Web and graphic designers, communications consultants, etc.).
- Ability to adapt to frequent change and prioritize multiple tasks effectively under deadline pressure.
- Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
Preferred Education and Experience
- Interest in environment advocacy.
- Familiarity with cutting-edge communication technologies preferred (e.g. Vocus, etc.).
Travel
- 25% or less of travel is expected for this position.
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Overall Function
Reporting to the Chief Human Resources Officer, the Associate Vice President, Human Resources, is responsible for the business transformation and provides improvement techniques to sustain critical business processes. This position partners with senior leaders and tracks the HR projects that align with the organizational strategy. The AVP, Human Resources, possesses a potent combination of people leadership, business experience, functional expertise, and communication skills. The AVP, Human Resources, is a crucial position entrusted to serve as an advisor to the CHRO and senior leadership team. Providing metrics, translating business strategy into a talent strategy for the organization, and help drive a performance-based culture that has the capabilities to change and adapt as the environment and competitive context changes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Driving organization strategies by identifying and researching human resources issues; contributing information, analysis, and recommendations to organization strategic thinking and direction; establishing human resources objectives in line with programs/departments' organizational goals
- Implementing human resources strategies by managing and tracking department accountabilities and budget, including HR department staffing, hire to retire employment processing, training and development, succession planning, employee relations and retention, and AA/EEO compliance
- Manage human resources operations financial strategies by estimating, forecasting, and anticipating requirements, trends, and variances; aligning monetary resources; developing action plans; measuring and analyzing results; initiating corrective actions; minimizing the impact of variances
- Accomplishing particular organizational project results by identifying and clarifying issues and priorities; communicating and coordinating requirements; expediting fulfillment; evaluating milestone accomplishments; evaluating optional courses of action; changing assumptions and direction
- Supporting the HR management team by providing human resources advice, counsel, and decisions; analyzing information and applications
- Guiding management and employee actions by researching, developing, writing, and updating policies, procedures, methods, and guidelines; communicating and enforcing organization values
- Complying with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions
- Enhancing department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments
Professional Experience/Qualifications:
- 20+ years of progressively complex experience in the area of human resources
- Significant leadership experience in human resources, including expertise in transformational environments
- Demonstrated track record building trusted relationships with the senior leadership team
- Relationship management skills which allow relating effectively to both line employees and senior-level executives
- A partnership mindset; the ability to work collaboratively and the political savvy to fully understand and incorporate the needs of business leaders awhile remaining decisive to the human resources implications
- Significant experience with change management providing strategic direction and influence over organizational changes
- Balanced long-term strategic goals with driving short-term execution, and ability to set and communication clear/correct/timely priorities, goals, and objectives that have been carefully analyzed, explored and vetted
- Strategic thinker who is well-respected for his/her business knowledge and ability to see the "big picture." Has the capability to create strategic, long-term vision relating business strategy to human resources requirements. Has an executive presence and proven ability to partner with executives of all disciplines
- Experience managing, mentoring, and growing subordinate, supervisors and employees
- Relationship builder; a savvy leader who has demonstrated the ability to collaborate and influence peer executive and critical client relationships
- Strong quantitative reasoning skills and data-driven mindset
- Demonstrating intellectual curiosity and learning agility, the ability to determine the specific challenges and needs of the company's business areas
- Must be detail-oriented, possess excellent planning and organizational skills, strong financial acumen, and must have excellent communication skills with the ability to relate to employees at all levels of the organization
Requirements:
- Deep knowledge of HR functions such as talent management, recruitment, etc
- Ability to develop and use metrics and analytics
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or closely related major
- Advanced degree preferred
- PHR/SPHR certified preferred
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Overall Function
Reporting to the Benefits Manager, provide administrative support to EDF's Human Resources department.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage triggers and processes related to hire and termination including new hires benefit enrollment, benefits termination, COBRA
- Process all benefit vendors' invoices in a timely manner
- Track and process tuition reimbursement/professional development requests
- Coordinate and assist with annual open enrollment
- Assist with planning and coordinating wellness initiative activities
- Process gym memberships and fitness reimbursements
- Assist with general employee inquiries
- Track and process commuter benefits
- Assist employees with general benefit inquiries
- Update HR procedure manuals and materials
- Manage benefits inquiries in the HR mailbox
- Submit and process department expenses and reimbursements
- Maintain virtual personnel/benefit folders
Key Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in HR management, industrial psychology or other related field
- 2 years' experience in administrative role, preferably in a medium-sized firm (e.g., 300-600 employees)
- Firm understanding of human resources policies and procedures
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, written and communication skills (oral and written)
- Positive attitude and ability to remain flexible in an evolving environment.
- Ability to take initiative, multitask, meet deadlines and work well under pressure
- Self-starter with high energy; ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Good judgment to manage sensitive and confidential matters.
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook; knowledge of HRIS preferred (Workday a plus)
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EDF has a proud record of helping achieve environmental outcomes that are economically efficient, environmentally effective, and fair. Our advocacy is informed by the best science and economics, we typically engage in partnerships (academia, business, communities, government, other environmental non-governmental organizations) and we are pragmatic in finding the ways that work to make progress. As regards the application of economics, our tradition and practice is to favor market-led approaches where feasible, and in general to ensure that our advocacy advances both human wellbeing and environmental ambition, achieving environmental outcomes while enabling continuing innovation and enterprise development.
Overall Function
EDF's Office of the Chief Economist (OCE) is looking for an excellent postdoc economist dedicated to deepening the economic underpinnings of our advocacy in ways that are rigorous, evidence-based, effective and stand up to peer review. We are looking for a postdoc economist that can support us in any of the following areas: Climate cooperation, Climate mitigation policy (including transitions to net-zero emissions, pricing, and methane reduction from fuel production), Energy markets, Air Quality, Transport and environment, Climate resilience (including coastal and agriculture), and Freshwater resources.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities for this position will be based partially on the Fellow's area(s) of focus and how that ties into EDF's economics work. The responsibilities will include but may not be limited to:
- Perform original research on topics relevant to EDF's advocacy, for publication;
- Monitor the peer-reviewed literature, and to synthesize and disseminate relevant information for EDF economists, scientists, lawyers and policy specialists.
- Participate in the development or refinement of EDF's policy positions based on the Fellow's research, analysis and knowledge of peer-reviewed literature.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have a combination of the following:
- Hold a recent Ph.D. in economics, or a related area such as public policy, with a strong emphasis on environment or resources issues.
- It is preferable, but not required, that the Fellow's degree is from Princeton University.
- Enthusiasm for applying rigorous economics to advance environmental objectives.
- Enjoy working with multidisciplinary teams that have a shared objective.
Term
The Fellowship term is 24 months
Location
This Fellow may be based out of Boston, MA, New York, NY or Washington, D.C.
Application Materials
To apply to this position, please submit your Resume, a Cover Letter, your Job Market Paper, and a list of academic references.
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Program
EDF+Business team is a cross-cutting program within EDF that engages the private sector to drive large-scale environmental change. For more than 25 years, we've worked with leading companies - including Walmart, KKR and FedEx - to transform business as usual in their products, operations, supply chains and advocacy. Our world needs healthy environments and healthy businesses to thrive. EDF+Business is forging solutions that benefit both. For more information, visit https://www.edf.org/partnerships/business-and-industry.
Overall Function
The Project Manager will be a significant contributor to EDF's Corporate Climate Leadership initiative, which is building business support for federal climate policy. He or she will contribute to a growing knowledge base and set of activities to accelerate Congressional action on climate change, enabling us to improve our effectiveness, increase our reach and respond quickly to new developments as they arise. The Project Manager will join a dynamic team including staff from the EDF+Business, Political Affairs and Marketing and Communications programs, working under the Managing Director, EDF+Business. He or she will interface with EDF staff across programs as well as with companies, other NGOs, industry groups and other stakeholders at the intersection of business and public policy.
Key Responsibilities
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Inform strategy by tracking key company information including:
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Commitments and actions related to climate and energy (e.g., goals and progress toward them, climate and energy policy positions, climate risk disclosure).
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Relationships with and influence on target lawmakers.
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Engagement in climate and energy policy at the federal and state level.
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Membership in trade associations and other industry groups, and those groups' positions on climate and energy policy.
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Strategic issues facing companies, their employees and investors.
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Track climate and energy policy developments; identify where corporate influence would be helpful and create opportunities for companies to engage.
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Maintain regular communication with target companies and manage selected company relationships in coordination with other EDF staff and consultants.
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Monitor the activities of other stakeholders that influence corporate advocacy on climate and energy policy (e.g., other NGOs, trade associations and other industry groups, investors, employees); identify opportunities for collaboration and coordinate our work with theirs.
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Identify and develop opportunities for EDF thought leadership at the intersection of business and public policy; write blog posts and contribute to other communications.
Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree in political science, economics, business or related field with four or more years of relevant professional experience (e.g., legislative affairs, government relations, political organizing), or master's degree with two or more years of relevant experience.
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Strong understanding of the political process and what motivates elected officials.
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Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely. A writing sample and/or sample work product will be required as part of the interview process.
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Strong research and analytical skills. Ability to see patterns across large volumes of data and synthesize key conclusions.
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Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment with changing needs and critical deadlines.
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Ability to take initiative and work independently with broad strategic guidance, as well as in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
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Professional maturity and comfort working with senior staff inside and outside EDF.
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Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite of software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Salesforce.
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Experience working with a variety of business stakeholders (e.g., NGOs, investors, employees).
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Overview
Environmental Defense Fund Europe is an affiliate of Environmental Defense Fund, a leading international non-profit organisation that creates transformative solutions to the most serious environmental problems. With programs from Boston to Beijing, Environmental Defense Fund has tripled in size over the past decade by focusing on strong science, economics, market-based approaches, and innovative private-sector partnerships.
EDF envisions a world in which people from all backgrounds and experiences feel connected to the environmental challenges we face and are engaged in creating durable, equitable solutions. We seek talented candidates who share the Core Values that allow us to experiment courageously in our work while staying true to who we've been as an organization for 50 years. Are you a results oriented individual who is passionate about creating environmental solutions that make a lasting difference in the world? Do you respect diverse perspectives, talents and contributions? Do you value innovation and enjoy designing and using a wide range of problem-solving tools? Do you embrace environmental goals with a sense of optimism while taking into account real-world dynamics? If you have integrity and a strong desire to uphold a commitment to science, rigorous analysis, intellectual honesty and ethical action, then EDF is the place for you.
Among our key objectives, EDF aspires to improve human health and well-being by dramatically reducing exposure to air pollution. Our approach involves empowering local partners with the knowledge, tools and political capacity needed to drive reductions in air pollution. In cities around the world (in the U.S., UK, China and India). EDF is working with a diverse network of researchers, companies, advocacy partners and government officials to scale new air pollution monitoring and mapping technologies. We seek to advance our understanding of monitoring technologies, find novel ways of increasing public awareness of pollution sources and empower local actors to identify, advocate for and implement clean air policies around the world. Together with the Greater London Authority, EDF leads Breathe London, an ambitious project aimed at measuring and mapping Londoners' daily exposure to air pollution
Overall Function
As the Project Manager for London office, you will join a team charged with protecting public health by reducing exposures to air pollution globally. You will report to the Senior Manager, Air Quality. You will be responsible for working with diverse stakeholders, including local community groups that host air monitors, NGO partners, city regulators and local air quality experts, to advance and improve clean air solutions in London as part of the Breathe London initiative.
Working in a core role supporting the project management of our flagship Breathe London project, we are seeking a highly organized and skilled individual who can facilitate action points on diverse insights, findings and experience to deliver results. Are you excited by complex problems, and skilled at problem-solving and building bridges across diverse partners to identify and implement solutions?
Term of Role
This role is a 1 year Fixed Term Contract.
Key Responsibilities
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Work with community groups, local air quality experts, regulators, health professionals, scientists to reduce pollution.
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Represent EDF and collaborate with critical London area stakeholders to meet project objectives.
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Use best available science as a foundation for policy and advocacy strategies.
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Develop and implement strategy for managing key partnerships.
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Make decisions regarding project priorities and deliverables.
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Communicate regularly both orally and in writing with internal and external stakeholders, partners, and consultants.
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Deliver formal and informal oral and professional presentations to small or large groups; ability to translate complex science into layman's terms is critical.
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Independently troubleshoot problems where precedents are not always available.
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Work with other members of the EDF Health Program and Office of Chief Scientist to conduct and lead timely literature research to facilitate development of pollution mitigation and exposure reduction efforts, policies and strategies.
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Translate project needs into actionable items to forward decision-making.
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Liaise with colleagues across the organization to facilitate information sharing, synergy identification, and collaboration.
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Support EDF representation and technical expert in external settings such as conferences, workshops, and partnerships.
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Support the contribution to communication materials including white papers and op-ed pieces, and contribute to regular blogs to translate research for broader audiences.
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In conjunction with development staff, contribute to funding proposals, grants, and interim reports on a variety of topics, when appropriate.
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In conjunction with management and community group, make independent decisions, solve complex problems, determine approaches to completing projects, and managing processes and teams.
Qualifications and Experience
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Educated to Masters level or equivalent professional experience.
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Proven track record of professional experience; environmental science and policy experience desirable.
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Respect for economic and cultural diversity and ability or experience working with diverse groups of people.
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Experience or expertise developing and evaluating local and regional clean air policy, and/or running or participating in local and regional advocacy campaigns.
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Familiarity and understanding of local and regional political structure and influential stakeholders (knowledge and connections with London officials and stakeholders preferred.).
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Demonstrated experience leading and collaborating with colleagues and partners of varied backgrounds and experience.
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Ability to effectively communicate scientific/economic information in an advocacy setting both to internal and external audiences.
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Ability to manipulate, analyse, and interpret scientific/economic data and use that information to develop innovative solutions to complex problems.
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Highly numerate with extensive experience using computational and presentational software.
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A clear and effective communicator, with strong active listening and excellent writing skills.
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Strong ability to work independently on a multi-disciplinary team, using independent judgment required to plan, prioritise, and organise diversified workload.
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Overview
Environmental Defense Fund Europe is an affiliate of Environmental Defense Fund, a leading international non-profit organisation that creates transformative solutions to the most serious environmental problems. With programs from Boston to Beijing, Environmental Defense Fund has tripled in size over the past decade by focusing on strong science, economics, market-based approaches, and innovative private-sector partnerships.
EDF envisions a world in which people from all backgrounds and experiences feel connected to the environmental challenges we face and are engaged in creating durable, equitable solutions. We seek talented candidates who share the Core Values that allow us to experiment courageously in our work while staying true to who we've been as an organization for 50 years. Are you a results oriented individual who is passionate about creating environmental solutions that make a lasting difference in the world? Do you respect diverse perspectives, talents and contributions? Do you value innovation and enjoy designing and using a wide range of problem-solving tools? Do you embrace environmental goals with a sense of optimism while taking into account real-world dynamics? If you have integrity and a strong desire to uphold a commitment to science, rigorous analysis, intellectual honesty and ethical action, then EDF is the place for you.
Among our key objectives, EDF aspires to improve human health and well-being by dramatically reducing exposures to air pollution. Our approach involves empowering local partners with the knowledge, tools and political capacity needed to drive reductions in air pollution. In cities around the world (in the U.S., UK, China and India), EDF is working with a diverse network of researchers, companies, advocacy partners and government officials to scale new air pollution monitoring and mapping technologies. We also seek to advance our understanding of health impacts and empower local actors to identify, advocate for and implement clean air policies around the world.
For this role, we are recruiting a deeply strategic thinker who draws on diverse insights and experience to deliver results. Are you excited by complex problems and skilled at building bridges across diverse partners to identify and implement solutions? Are you equally comfortable proposing innovative legislative and policy solutions to government staff and elected officials and designing the campaigns needed to secure their support?
Overall Function
The Head of Policy & Campaigns will be responsible for setting and guiding the strategy to achieve EDF clean air policy goals in the UK, at the local/city-level (focused on London) and national level. This role will work across EDF staff and coordinate with our external allies to identify the largest solvable problems and advocate for solutions to address them, leveraging the data, insights and relationships of our Breathe London project; as well as EDF's work on national clean air legislation and the Environment Bill. The Head of Policy & Campaigns will engage directly with elected officials, policymakers and other key stakeholders in a coordinated and strategic advocacy effort. S/he will also design and implement a campaign that leverages diverse tactics (e.g. social and traditional media, events and press conferences, strategic partnerships, grassroots and "grass tops" campaigning techniques, etc.) to build momentum and support for our solutions.
S/he reports in to the Vice President, Health Programme; collaborates across an internal multi-disciplinary team that includes scientists, analysts, a lawyer, and a communications specialist; and will directly supervise at least one research assistant.
Term of Role
This role is a 2-year Fixed Term Contract, with the potential for extension based on funding and policy opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
- Work with Environmental Defense Fund's global team of program managers, attorneys, scientists and technical experts, as well as consultants, partners and allies to achieve clean air goals. Become fluent in the goals, objectives, strategies and tactics of EDF and our strategic partners.
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Collaborate with EDF staff to refine and complete a policy advocacy and campaign strategy that includes (1) building and fostering key relationships with relevant policymakers, other health and environmental charities, and other allies; (2) defining meaningful and achievable policy goals and objectives; (3) developing specific strategies to achieve our goals; and (4) executing those strategies.
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Communicate skillfully with government officials, elected officials and other policymakers and their staffs - at the city and national levels -- to advocate for our policy goals.
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Implement the campaign necessary to achieve our policy goals, deploying a variety of tactics and tools to build public support, political pressure, and momentum for change.
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Develop and maintain relationships with EDF development and communications staff, respond to their requests in a timely manner, and support new and existing fundraising and communication efforts.
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Serve as a campaign spokesperson and represent EDF and our partners at meetings, conferences, and events. Draft a variety of external communication materials, including blogs, articles, speeches, and social media posts, in close collaboration with EDF communications staff and leadership.
Qualifications
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Educated to Masters level or equivalent professional experience;
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Proven track record of professional experience;
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Sophisticated understanding of the policymaking process and a strong strategic sense for how to influence public policy;
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Substantial prior experience in policy and advocacy, such as by working in Parliament or the EU, a government department or city, or an advocacy organization;
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Prior experience working in environmental policy, especially climate and clean air initiatives, would be beneficial. Demonstrated commitment to environmental values;
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Ability to think clearly and creatively about technical, scientific and legal issues;
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Detail oriented, organized, a self-starter, able to adapt to frequent change and prioritize effectively under constant deadline pressure;
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Excellent strategic thinking skills and judgment;
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Strong writing and communications skills;
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Ability to follow guidance from and consult frequently with senior staff and colleagues;
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Ability to work with a diverse range of people and interests, both internally and externally. Tact and diplomacy are essential.