Cascade Climate · 14 hours ago
International Policy Manager
Washington, DC
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$80K/yr - $120K/yr
3+ years expCascade Climate is a global nonprofit focused on advancing climate solutions. They are seeking an International Policy Manager to lead policy and economic analysis across priority countries, informing their global expansion strategy for Refrigerants and Enhanced Rock Weathering programs.
Environmental Consulting
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead quantitative and qualitative policy and economic analysis across priority countries (particularly in Asia, Africa, and South America) to inform Cascade’s ERW and Refrigerants strategies
Translate policy and economic analysis into external facing materials including presentations, policy briefs, roadmaps, and strategic memos
Support government stakeholder mapping and relationship development in priority jurisdictions
Identify and evaluate opportunities to unlock climate finance through multilateral development banks and other climate finance institutions
Monitor policy developments and emerging regulatory opportunities in priority jurisdictions
Support preparation for and Cascade participation in conferences, workshops, and stakeholder convenings (e.g., COPs, regional policy forums)
Collaborate closely with Refrigerants and ERW teams to ensure policy and economic insights shape broader program strategy
Qualification
Required
3+ years of relevant experience in climate policy, international development, or a related field
Strong track record in policy and/or market research, landscape assessments, and jurisdictional analysis in climate-relevant sectors (such as clean energy transitions)
Experience working with international or multilateral policy frameworks and their translation into national or sectoral policies
Demonstrated ability to synthesize quantitative and qualitative research into clear, actionable recommendations and strategic outputs
Excellent writing and communication skills, with experience producing briefs, memos, or strategy documents for diverse audiences
Experience working with or alongside external stakeholders (e.g., governments, multilaterals, NGOs, research institutions, or private sector actors)
Comfort working across geographies, cultures, and institutional contexts
Working knowledge of climate finance architecture, carbon markets, or development finance institutions
Preferred
Master's degree in environmental economics, international development, climate policy, or related field
Familiarity with industrial decarbonization, refrigerant management, or agricultural climate solutions
Experience working internationally, especially in Global South contexts
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision insurance with employer contribution of 75%
401(k) with match
Professional and personal development
Unlimited paid time off and generous sick leave
16 weeks of parental leave
Flexible working hours
Company
Cascade Climate
Cascade Climate is a company that is speeding up progress in open-system climate initiatives.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$0.5MKey Investors
Patrick J. McGovern Foundation
2023-12-20Grant· $0.5M
Leadership Team
Dai Ellis
CEO and Co-Founder
Recent News
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