Director, Natural Climate Solutions Policy

5 days ago


Singapore Conservation International Full time
Director, Natural Climate Solutions Policy

Conservation International protects nature for the benefit of humanity. Through science, policy, fieldwork, and finance, we spotlight and secure the most important places in nature for the climate, biodiversity, and for people. With offices in 30 countries and projects in more than 100 countries, Conservation International partners with governments, companies, civil society, Indigenous peoples, and local communities to help people and nature thrive together.

POSITION SUMMARY - This position is preferably based in Singapore. Other locations: Japan (remote) or Australia (remote).

The Natural Climate Solutions (NCS) Policy Director will implement long-term public policy and government engagement strategies, programs, and initiatives to support the achievement of CI's policy goals. Focus will be on influencing the design of international and domestic climate policy frameworks – including but not limited to carbon market, jurisdictional REDD+, and nesting policies.

The Director will be part of the Center for Policy and Incentives (CPI) team, which leads CI's engagement in international policy arenas and works directly with CI country programs to implement key policies at the national level. They will work closely with colleagues in the CPI team to lead or contribute, depending on subject matter, to the development of CI policy analysis, positions, briefings, recommendations, and serve as a recognized resource for staff and decision-makers for CI priority agenda. They will also work with colleagues to contribute to the development of strategies for engaging government to advance policy priorities and will support fundraising opportunities to help advance CI's policy and conservation priorities. Serve as a liaison to CI teams in the region working on other policy matters including oceans and biodiversity.

In addition to working closely with colleagues in CPI, They will work collaboratively with the Moore Center for Science and Solutions, Center for Oceans, Nature Finance Group and country programs to formulate and champion innovative strategies, programs, and initiatives that engage key governments and stakeholders (e.g., NGOs, UN bodies, aid agencies, development banks, philanthropies, corporate partners) to effectively inform and influence policy.

Responsibilities
  • In coordination with CPI colleagues and local CI teams, develop policy recommendations and implement strategies to influence the design of NCS policy frameworks in priority countries globally and in the region to facilitate demand for and delivery of carbon credits from natural climate solutions with particular focus on policies related to REDD+ nesting, Jurisdictional REDD+, carbon rights, national authorization processes for participating in carbon markets (Article 6, CORSIA, compliance vs VCM rules) and domestic market design.
  • Support the development of policy-related training and materials and delivery of such training on REDD+ and NCS policy enabling conditions.
  • Advise private sector partners on NCS policy matters as needed.
  • Serve as a liaison between CPI and CI teams in the region working on other policy matters including oceans and biodiversity.
Working conditions
  • Significant travel in Asia region and beyond (at least 30%).
  • This position follows a hybrid work structure, working some days from the office and some remotely. Guidance will be shared during the interview process.
  • This position is offered as a local contract and will follow the local pay scale. Applicants must already possess a valid work permit for the country of employment.
Qualifications Required
  • Bachelor's degree in public policy, international affairs, conservation science, or a development-related field.
  • 7 or more years of direct experience in developing and managing non-profit public policy initiatives in the climate space, ideally REDD+, nesting, and carbon market policies.
  • Established relationships in the climate change policy community.
  • Excellent understanding of the overall policy engagement environment, including understanding of policy processes and strategy for influencing them.
  • Demonstrated track record of effective partnership building. Proven ability to engage external partners and stakeholders in governments, bilateral and multilateral institutions, development organizations, and NGOs.
  • Strong organization, project management, and prioritization skills. Ability to meet deadlines and manage time and diverse activities.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, including with remote teams. Experienced and confident at high-level meetings, panels, conferences, workshops, events, and presentations.
  • Superb written and verbal communication skills (English). Ability to effectively communicate complex information to a diverse audience.
  • Fluency in a second language would be beneficial (Japanese, Khmer, Spanish, French, Portuguese).
Additional Qualifications
  • Solid attention to detail.
  • Ability to function well in a multicultural, diverse, and fast-paced work team environment.
  • Comfortable managing multiple duties and adapting to changing priorities.
  • Service focus. Courteous, tactful, and proven ability to work effectively with others.
  • Ability to work under general supervision and take initiative to solve problems under supervisor's direction.
  • Familiar and comfortable with Microsoft Office and Adobe software.

To apply for this position please submit a resume and cover letter.

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