HFC Climate Policy Analyst- Washington, DC
Organization: Environmental Investigation Agency
Job Title: Climate Policy Analyst
Location: Washington, DC
Hours and Compensation: full time, competitive salary and benefits
Application Deadline: May 10th
Posted on: April 18
Organization Overview
Since its founding in 1984, EIA has pioneered the use of undercover investigative techniques to expose environmental crimes and other abuse against the natural world—using its unique evidence to campaign against illegal logging, illegal wildlife trade and other environmental threats.
Description
EIA, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization based in Washington DC, is looking to hire a motivated, organized policy analyst to help us protect the global climate both by securing a global phase out of the “Super” Greenhouse gases – HFCs (hydroflourocarbons).
Responsibilities
- Conducting outreach and advocacy within the Montreal Protocol and other venues to promote a phase-down of HFCs;
- Reviewing and analyzing scientific and technical documents related to HFCs and low-GWP alternative technologies and producing briefings and analyses;
- Advocating in different fora concerning HFC phase out Amendment proposal to the Montreal, as well as natural refrigerant alternatives to HFCs;
- Interacting with representatives of the retail and supermarket sector to promote phase out of HFC refrigeration technologies;
- Work with Senior Campaigners to implement a multi-faceted campaign;
- Travel as required.
Qualifications
Qualified candidates must have:
· A minimum of 2 years of demonstrated advocacy experience with an environmental or similar non profit organization;
· Excellent research and writing skills and good interpersonal skills;
· Excellent organization skills and highly motivated;
· An ability to communicate complex issues succinctly and effectively:
Other desirable qualifications include;
An interest or background in scientific or technical issues;
Familiarity with the Montreal Protocol and the UNFCCC process;
Some prior work on greenhouse gas issues;
A graduate degree (preferable) or a four-year degree in a scientific field;
How to Apply:
Send cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae and writing sample to EIA, Director of Administration, P.O. Box 53343 Washington, DC 20009. Email:[email protected]or Fax; 202 986 8626. No phone calls please. Only applicants invited for an interview will be contacted.
Closing Date for applications: May 10th, 2012
