Senior Legislative Engagement Manager, WRI United States

This position is remote-eligible and only for consideration within the United States (preferably WRI DC Global office) and where WRI is state registered. Existing work authorization is required at the time of application submission. WRI is unable to sponsor any visa work sponsorship for this position.

About the Program:

WRI United States works to advance practical solutions to reduce and remove greenhouse gas emissions, deploy clean energy solutions, improve resilience to climate impacts, and achieve a strong clean economy that benefits all Americans. We do so through rigorous peer-reviewed expert analysis, consultation, convening, coalition building, and clear communications. We work at all levels of government and with leading businesses across the United States. Our experience, reputation, and connections in the policy arena, the private sector and beyond place us in a unique position to help shape federal and state climate policy and generate new ideas and practices for low-carbon development over the coming years.

Job Highlight:

As the Senior Legislative Engagement Manager, you will work closely with the Director of Government Affairs to amplify the impact of WRI’s US policy research. You will lead congressional outreach, analyze policy issues, help colleagues at WRI strengthen the impact of their research products in Congress, and contribute across WRI as an expert on the latest federal policy developments.

You will report to the Director of Government Affairs.

What you will do:

Strategy & Research 40%

• Increase the impact of WRI’s research through strategic congressional engagement by identifying influence targets and developing influence strategies.
• Research complex policy issues, serving as a subject-matter expert on legislation and legislative processes related to climate, energy, and other low-carbon and resilience priorities.
• Keep WRI informed on legislative matters in the United States by tracking congressional proceedings, relevant actions in the private sector, and NGO policy recommendations related to energy and climate goals.
• Communicate research and analysis by drafting talking points, slide decks, and leading internal briefings.

Outreach & Engagement 40%

• Cultivate WRI’s influence by representing WRI and its research to legislative stakeholders including Congressional staffers, partner NGOs, and corporate partners.
• Shape WRI’s public-facing engagement on legislation by drafting and reviewing statements, quotes, and social media posts.
• Oversee WRI’s process for commenting on draft legislation, coalition materials, and private-sector positioning documents.
• Ensure impactful and accurate written communications by writing and reviewing online content, working papers, and issue briefs.

Project & People Management 20%

• Lead strategic expansion of WRI’s outreach to the Hill on priority issues.
• Secure funding for WRI’s US program by engaging with funders and writing funder proposals and reports.
• Shape project plans using legislative expertise.
• Manage staff on the Government Affairs team.

What you will need:

• Education: You have a completed Bachelor’s degree in related fields.
• Experience: You have 8+ years of full-time work experience relevant to the job description.
• You have experience working with climate/energy policy in depth
• You have fist hand experience with politics as it pertains to climate/energy federal In-depth
• In depth knowledge of key stakeholders working on climate/federal policy
• You have solid research and writing experience related to climate/energy policy
• You have experience building and working with broad and diverse coalitions to move policy forward
• You have experience drafting messaging documents for key audiences related to policy goals
• Languages: Verbal and written proficiency in English
• Requirements: This position is remote-eligible and only for consideration within the United States, in states where WRI is registered. Existing work authorization is required at the time of application submission.

Potential Salary:

$96,000 - $130,000 if based in United States. Salary is commensurate with experience and other compensable factors.

How to Apply:

Please submit a resume with cover letter by the date of 21 October 2022. Applicants must apply through the WRI Careers portal to be considered.

What we offer:

• A competitive salary
• Access to the WRI global network with the opportunity to exchange with and learn from passionate colleagues working at the cutting edge of their fields across Asia, Africa, Europe, Latin America and the US
• The chance to have an impact and to develop your career within a mission driven organization with access to varied learning and training opportunities
• A workplace that strives to put diversity and inclusion at the heart of our work
• The opportunity to join and get involved in different working groups and affinity groups to shape the future of WRI
• Long-term commitment to hybrid working model with flexible working hours
• Generous leave days that increase with tenure

About Us:

Founded in 1982, World Resources Institute (WRI) is an independent, nonprofit global research organization that turns big ideas into action at the nexus of environment, economic opportunity, and human well-being. We are working to address seven critical challenges that the world must overcome this decade to secure a sustainable future for people and the planet: climate change, energy, food, forests, water, sustainable cities and the ocean. WRI has a global staff of over 1,800 people with work spanning 60 countries. We have offices in Africa, Brazil, China, Europe, India, Indonesia, Mexico, Colombia and the United States, as well as a growing presence in other countries and regions.

The foundation of our work is delivering high-quality research, data, maps, and analysis to solve the world’s greatest environment and international development challenges and improve people’s lives. We work with leaders in government, business, and civil society to drive ambitious action and create change on the ground. Equally important, we bring together partners to develop breakthrough ideas and scale-up solutions for far-reaching, enduring impact.

Our mission and values:

WRI’s mission is to move human society to live in ways that protect Earth’s environment and its capacity to provide for the needs and aspirations of current and future generations.

Our values are shared ideals that bind us together: Integrity, Innovation, Urgency, Independence, Respect.

Our culture:

WRI is committed to advancing gender and social equity for human well-being in our mission and applies this principle to our organizational and programmatic practices. We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment, we embrace all diversity and encourage women, the LGBTQ+ community, persons with disabilities, Afro-descendants, and Indigenous people to apply. Recognizing our strong commitment to gender equality, WRI has also been awarded EDGE certification.

Our team in Human Resources carefully reviews all applications.